US Métro was an ice hockey team in Paris, France. The club existed from 1951 to 1971 and was part of the US Métro sports club
| US Métro | |
|---|---|
| City | Paris, France |
| Founded | 1951 |
| Home arena | Patinoire de Saint Didier |
| Franchise history | |
| 1951-1971 | US Métro |
| 1971-2005 | OHC Paris-Viry |
| 2005-2011 | Viry-Châtillon Essonne Hockey |
| 2011-present | Viry Hockey 91 |
History edit
The hockey section of the US Métro sports club was founded by Claude Portanel in 1951. They first participated in the top-level French league in the 1954-55 season.[1]
The club frequently participated in the top-level of French ice hockey until after the conclusion of the 1970-71 season.
Claude Pourtanel acquired the ice rink Patinoire privée de Viry-Châtillon in 1971. The club then became independent from the US Métro sports club and OHC Paris-Viry was created.[2]
References edit
- ^ Branchu, Marc (2007). Histoire du Hockey sur Glace en France. Mémoire du Sport. ISBN 9782849107195.
- ^ French Ice Hockey Federation
External links edit
- Team profile on eurohockey.com