On Tuesday April 3, 2018, the Peterborough Minor Hockey Council
celebrated the end of the 2017-18 hockey season with their annual awards
banquet at the Kinsmen Centre.
Master of ceremonies Pete Dalliday, co-host of 100.5 FM Fresh Mornings with Pete and Catherine, kicked off the evening by interviewing Minor AAA Petes alumni players Josh Wainman of the Erie Otters and Matt McNamara of the hometown Peterborough Petes.
Their message to the young players, have fun, enjoy your time, and thank your parents for everything they do for you and their sacrifices so you can play AAA hockey.
All team sponsors were recognized with an appreciation plaque:
Rob Eggleton - Nadeau’s Collision Service
Paul Berardi - Berardi Brothers Plumbing and Repairs
Scott Fitzsimmons - Fitzsimmons Towing and Repair
Paul Crowley - Canadian Hockey Enterprises
Julie Russelle - Russelle Chiropractic Wellness Centre
Shawn Woolridge - Evinrude Blades
Billy Smith - BillySmithSells.ca
Dwight Corcoran – Drain Brothers Excavating
Steve Parkes - Rehill Building Supplies
Duane Foley - Foley Bus Lines
Cory Luedtke - Boston Pizza
Rear (L-R): Ryan Baily, Riley Bates, Ben Lukinuk, Andrew Thake, Darryl Moore, Ryan Ready, Matt Bowen, Donna Johnston, Jim Burchell
Front (L-R): Nathan Twohey, Jacob Crough, Morgan Hyndman, Lewis Chatten, Camden Burke
Award Winners Included:
Goaltender’s Award presented annually to the goaltending duo with the best goals against average. - Lewis Chatten and Morgan Hyndman.
The Chris Fee Award is presented annually in memory of Chris Fee presented annually to a Major Atom player who is voted by his teammates to be a player who plays the game of hockey with passion, skill and is well respected and liked by his teammates. – Camden Burke
The Wally Beavis Award is presented annually in memory of Mr. Wally Beavis and is presented to a Major Peewee player who has demonstrated sportsmanship, strong team play, and places the interests of their team and teammates ahead of himself. – Jacob Crough
The Shane Norris Award is presented annually in memory of Shane Norris to a Major Bantam player who has demonstrated outstanding achievement in scholastic and sportsmanship. The winner of this award is presented with a cheque for $300.00. – Andrew Thake
The John Leahy Award is presented annually in memory of John Leahy to a player on the Midget team, who has demonstrated great dedication, leadership and sportsmanship. - Riley Bates
OHL Peterborough Petes Education Fund Scholarship/Bursary Award is presented to a graduating AAA Petes player who is pursuing the trades or post-secondary education. . The recipient of the award is a deserving student who has given back to their community. He has demonstrated an excellent work-ethic on and off the ice, at school and is an ambassador of the minor Petes organization. - Ryan Baily
The James Johnston Memorial Award is an organization-wide award that was created in memory James Johnston. This award is presented annually to a minor Petes player who exemplifies James Johnston’s character and skill.
Nominees from each team:
Novice – Jack Hatton
Minor Atom – Declan Ready
Major Atom – Tyler Bolton
Minor Peewee – Sam Corcoran
Major Peewee – Nicholas Tripp
Minor Bantam – Nick Roode
Major Bantam –Nathan Twohey
Minor Midget – Will Cranley
Major Midget – Nolan Seto
James Johnston Memorial Award winner – Nathan Twohey
The David James Award was created in memory of David James and is presented annually to a minor Petes player who exemplifies David James’ character.
Nominees from each team;
Novice – Nathan White
Minor Atom – co-nominees Morgan Hyndman and Lewis Chatten
Major Atom – Masen Johnston
Minor Peewee – Colby Wood
Major Peewee – Alex Whitney
Minor Bantam – Chase DeNoble
Major Bantam – Connor Lever
Minor Midget – Ben Lukinuk
Major Midget – Ryan Bailey
David James Memorial Award winner – Ben Lukinuk
The Vali Ali Manager of the Year Award is presented annually to a team manager for dedicating their time and energy, who works hard behind the scenes in making sure that a team is successful both on and off the ice. – Donna Johnston
Trainer of the Year Award presented annually to the team Trainer who has demonstrated outstanding dedication and service in the areas of safety and risk management as well as a commitment to the values of safety and enjoyment. – Darryl Moore
Technical Coach of the Year Award presented annually to a head coach who has demonstrated a high level of coaching ability with a focus on technical skills and a proven commitment and dedication to his players both on and off the ice. – Matt Bowen
Coach of the Year Award presented annually to a head coach who is admired for dedicating his time and energy, works hard making sure that the team's success is both on and off the ice, leads by example and gives effort above and beyond what is necessary. – Ryan Ready
The President’s Award is presented annually to honor a volunteer in the Peterborough Minor Hockey Council who has provided many hours of dedicated Service to the Council. –Jim Burchell
Esso Player Achievement Awards
Novice
Most Dedicated – Garrett Jones
Most Improved – Joseph Hulsman
Most Sportsmanlike – Jack Nichols
Minor Atom
Most Dedicated – Colin Fitzgerald
Most Improved - Aiden Stabler
Most Sportsmanlike – Graydon Walst
Major Atom
Most Dedicated: Ben Bowen
Most Improved: Calum Couch
Most Sportsmanlike: Holden Rutherford
Minor Peewee
Most Dedicated - Porter Martone
Most Improved - Rowan Stewart
Most Sportsmanlike – Joel Kosobucki
Peewee
Most Dedicated - Lucas Moore
Most Improved - Bobby Crowe
Most Sportsmanlike – Kohl Millitz
Minor Bantam
Most Dedicated- Daniel Clark
Most Improved- Briar Hislop
Most Sportsmanlike- Ryan Bell
Bantam
Most Dedicated- Jack Faulkner
Most Improved- Cody Beavis
Most Sportsmanlike- Matthew Campbell
Minor Midget
Most Dedicated- Will Cranley
Most Improved-Austin Pearce
Most Sportsmanlike- Luc Reeve
Major Midget
Most Dedicated- Jacob Seyers
Most Sportsmanlike- Jack Dobie
Most Improved- Riley Wade