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William Belle: First Chinese-Born Player for USA Hockey

6/19/2025

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William Belle, a trailblazing forward for the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, is making history as the first player raised in China to represent USA Hockey on the international stage. His journey began in a Dongguan shopping mall, where he learned to skate before moving to the U.S. in 2015. This fall, he’s set to shine at Notre Dame.

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Story summary

William Belle, a trailblazing forward for the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, is making history as the first player raised in China to represent USA Hockey on the international stage. His journey began in a Dongguan shopping mall, where he learned to skate before moving to the U.S. in 2015. This fall, he’s set to shine at Notre Dame.