Shootin' Pucks and Shootin' Straight is the inspiring story of Jim "Pops" Powers, who rose from a Depression-era childhood in Alberta to become a respected hockey player and entrepreneur, building a life defined by grit, faith, and an unshakeable determination to leave something lasting for those who came after him. Forced to grow up fast after his father's tragic death, Jim forged his own path — from small-town rinks to the tough world of professional hockey, where he became a respected player and champion. But his greatest achievement came off the ice, when he and his wife Marie turned $500 and a dream into a thriving family business. At the heart of it all was a simple but powerful belief: that with hard work and faith, anything is possible. This is a story of perseverance, love, and a life fully lived — and a legacy meant to inspire generations to come.