ØJarome Arthur-Leigh Adekunle Tig Junior Elvis Iginla was born on July 1,1977 in Edmonton Alberta. He was the son of a Nigerian father, and he is a son of a American mother.
ØJarome began sports at age six. He played tennis, bowling and baseball. Jarome was seven years old when his grandfather signed him up for a hockey league. At first Jarome played goalie because his favorite player was the goalie. Later Jarome played forward.
