1. William Hoy - Society for American Baseball Research
Jan 4, 2012 · William Ellsworth Hoy was born in Houcktown, Ohio, on May 23, 1862. His parents, Rebecca Hoffman and Jacob Hoy, were of English-German and ...
If William Ellsworth Hoy were playing today, he would not be called “Dummy”–not by players nor by fans nor by the media. He’d be “Bill” or “Billy,” perhaps “Will” or “Willie,” maybe even “Ellie.” He wouldn’t be a deaf mute, either. He’d be “aurally and vocally challenged.” But back when Hoy was playing, nicknames were descriptive, often to the point of cruelty. To Hoy, his condition wasn’t an excuse; it was what it was. Indeed, he referred to himself as “Dummy” and politely corrected those who, for whatever reason, called him “William.”
2. The Most Accomplished Deaf Player in MLB History
Dec 16, 2021 · William Hoy was not Major League Baseball's first deaf player, but he was the game's most successful. He finished his career, which spanned ...
During a career that concluded in the early 20th century, William Hoy earned the respect of players and management. In the 21st century, he merited Hall of Fame consideration.
3. Sign Language History Heroes: William Hoy - Relay SD
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Explore the achievements & contributions of William Hoy, who has made a significant impact on the deaf community & society as a whole.
4. The William Hoy Story - National Ballpark Museum
Mar 8, 2022 · Following high school graduation, William was standing outside the cobbler shop where he fixed shoes, when a foul ball landed at his feet.
5. Dummy Hoy - The First Deaf Major League Baseball Player | Start ASL
William “Dummy” Hoy (May 23, 1862 – December 15, 1961) is known for being the most accomplished deaf baseball player to play in Major League Baseball. He was ...
Dummy Hoy made history as the first deaf major league baseball player. He was also a remarkably talented and skilled baseball player.
6. William “Dummy” Hoy: Outfielder - If My Hands Could Speak...
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I have chosen to refer to William Hoy as “Dummy” in this essay. In his lifetime, he repeatedly asked people to call him “Dummy”, and prefered this name to the name William.…
7. The William Hoy Story: A baseball biography - Charlotte Riggle
Aug 21, 2018 · Hoy's high school team wouldn't have him because he was so short. He grew up and opened a cobbler shop, where he made a living fixing shoes.
It had never occurred to me to wonder why umpires use hand signals to make calls in baseball games. Of course they’re important. How else can the people in the stands, and the players in the outfield, know what the calls are? It seems like they must have always been part of the game. But they weren’t. Someone had to introduce them. And that someone, according to The William Hoy Story, was William Hoy.
8. Get to know a guy: Dummy Hoy - Sox Machine
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Several weeks ago on a Sporcle Saturday, we took a look at center fielders in franchise history who were...
9. William Ellsworth Hoy - a deaf athlete - Świat Głuchych
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William Ellsworth “Dummy” Hoy - biography of a deaf athlete. Polish Sign Language. Explained by Bartek Gieras.
10. Houcktown son honored with historical marker - The Courier
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Gov. DeWine attends tribute to deaf MLB player William Hoy
11. 23-32 William Ellsworth Hoy (1862-1961) - Remarkable Ohio
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William Ellsworth "Dummy" Hoy was born in Houcktown on May 23, 1862. Although spinal meningitis as a toddler left him deaf and mute, Hoy became one of the
12. William Ellsworth “Dummy” Hoy – Major League Baseball Player ...
Jun 30, 2021 · William Ellsworth Hoy was born May 23, 1862 on a farm in Houcktown, Ohio. He became deaf after having spinal meningitis or what they called brain fever.
[[snip,Living Loud Series]] William Ellsworth Hoy was born May 23, 1862 on a farm in Houcktown, Ohio. He became deaf after having spinal meningiti...
13. The William Hoy Story | Albert Whitman & Company
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All William Ellsworth Hoy wanted to do was play baseball. After losing out on a spot on the local deaf team, William practiced even harder—eventually earning a position on a professional team. But his struggle was far from over. In addition to the prejudice Hoy faced, he could not hear the umpires’ calls. One day […]
14. [PDF] William Ellsworth “Dummy” Hoy - ASL Deafined
William Ellsworth “Dummy” Hoy. Page 2. Early years. • Hoy was born in Houckstown ... He opened a shoe repair store in his hometown and played baseball on.
15. William "Dummy" Hoy; Proving It Could Be Done! - Bleacher Report
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William "Dummy" Hoy, baseball's third deaf major league player, left a legacy worth knowing. He was born May 23, 1862 in Houcktown, Ohio. He graduated valedictorian of his class from the Ohio School for the Deaf...
16. [PDF] The William Hoy Story - This is Marcie Colleen
William: he practiced. Narrator 1: One day William was standing outside the cobbler shop where he fixed shoes. William: wistfully watching men play baseball ...
17. Reds OF 'Dummy' Hoy helped change baseball - Ironton Tribune
Jun 11, 2021 · William “Dummy” Hoy Hoy played for several Major League Baseball teams but enjoyed most of his success playing for the Reds and two Washington, DC, franchises.
When outfielder William “Dummy” Hoy played for the Cincinnati Reds, he drew plenty of cheers from fans for his performances. But no matter how loud the cheers, Hoy could never hear them. He was deaf.
