This month, Owen Sound Minor Hockey Group is proud to announce the winners of our prestigious year-end awards, recognizing players who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, perseverance, and sportsmanship throughout the season.
At Owen Sound Minor Hockey, we believe that the values of leadership, dedication, perseverance, and sportsmanship are not just ideals to strive for but the very backbone of our organization. We are committed to fostering a strong community built on this foundation, where every player is encouraged to develop not only their skills on the ice but also their character off it.
As we honor the recipients of these prestigious awards, it is important to recognize that some of these accolades have been a part of our tradition for more than 40 years. They serve as a tribute to the countless individuals who have graced Owen Sound Minor Hockey in the past and who have helped shape the players, coaches, and volunteers who continue to carry on their legacy today.
Through their dedication and commitment, they have left an indelible mark on our organization, and we are proud to uphold their values as we strive for excellence both on and off the ice.
Without further ado, this years recipients are as follows:
Michael Walmsley Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U11 LL player who demonstrates outstanding leadership.
2023-24 Recipient - Colby Muzzel
Rick McComb Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U10 "A" player who best demonstrates leadership and dedication.
2023-24 Recipient - Ben Nicol
Jim Foulds Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U15 LL goalie who best demonstrates perseverance and a love of the game.
2023-24 Recipient - Mikayla Wingrove
John Poole Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U15 LL most sportsmanlike player.
2023-24 Recipient - Michael Farmer
Larry Charlie Brown Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U18 LL player who best exemplifies "willingness to play the game".
2023-24 Recipient - Cormac Nicholson
Josh Vanwyck Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U18 LL player who best demonstrates dedication and willingness to play the game.
2023-24 Recipient - Robert LaFond
Tony Hesch Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U18 "A" most valuable defenseman.
2023-24 Recipient - Sean Moorehead
Marc Johnson Memorial Award:
Awarded to the U16 "A" most sportsmanlike player.
2023-24 Recipient - Lucas Sarvis
These remarkable players have not only excelled in their individual achievements but have also embodied the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and dedication that are the foundation of Owen Sound Minor Hockey.
We congratulate them on their well-deserved recognition and thank them for their contributions to our organization.
Please join us in celebrating these outstanding athletes and their accomplishments as we look forward to another successful season of hockey in Owen Sound.
OSMHG