Awards (Brantford Girls Hockey Association)

Print2020 Award Winners

Team - Heart & Hustle

Ice Cat Players

Ice Cat recipients of this award are chosen for their dedication and ability to always try and give 110%. They demonstrate passion for the game of hockey and embodies the values & spirit of the game. Selected by the Head Coach.

Presley Vanderwal
Novice House League
Lily Wilson
Atom House League
Kiah Elmy
Atom House League
Hailee Saint
Bantam House League
Kally Neeve
Midget House League
Sophia DaSilva
Novice Rep
Rosie Vicano
Atom B
Naren Parker
Peewee BB
Abbey Cowen
Peewee B
Sophie Carson
Bantam B
Alexis VanNetten
Midget AA
Sydney Sherwood
Midget BB
Cait Karelsen
Midget B

Team - Most Outstanding

Ice Cat Player

This award is presented to a player who is honoured for her continual and consistent performance throughout the season. Selected by each Head Coach and presented to one player on each team

Kaelyn Montour
Novice House League
Brianna Spence
Atom House League
Caitlin Osborn
Bantam House League
Riley Shannon
Midget House League
Selena Skye-Bluhm
Novice Rep
Ryann Taylor
Atom B
Blair Mathews
Peewee BB
Reese Halliday
Peewee B
Ellie Silva
Bantam B
Briahna Allan
Midget AA
MacKenzie Rutherford
Midget BB
Aly Ernst
Midget B

Team - Most Sportsmanlike

Ice Cat Player

This award is presented to a player who has demonstrated extraordinary team play and spirit, both in their approach to the game and their attitude towards their teammates. It is awarded to an individual who works hard, shows dedication to their team and their teammates in all circumstances, places the interests of their team and teammates ahead of themselves, who does not complain, perseveres and relies on sportsmanship, on and off the ice, to achieve their goals. Selected by each Head Coach.

Julia Karczewski
Novice House League
Callie Gignac
Atom House League
Mya Reimer
Bantam House League
Emmalyn Saint
Midget House League
Leah DuChene
Novice Rep
Morgan Kropf
Atom B
Rowen Myers
Peewee BB
Caily Smart
Peewee B
Emma Fullerton
Bantam B
Shannon MacDonald
Midget AA
Emily DeJong
Midget BB
Emily Cox
Midget B

BGHA Scholarship/Bursary Program

BGHA Ice Cat

Awarded annually at the Association Banquet, the goal of the program is to reward and recognize outstanding individuals who excel in the classroom, on the ice, in the community and exhibit qualities of leadership and commitment within the BGHA organization.

Emily Cox
Midget BB/B
Emily played with the BGHA for 7 seasons. She was Assistant Captain in her final year. Emily received the Most Sportsmanlike Award in the 2017, 2018 & 2019 seasons and MVP in hockey & baseball. She was involved in volunteerism within the BGHA as well as summer and training camps for kids 6 – 13 years of age. While being active in school sports and committees, she maintained grades in the 90%. Emily is attending Northwood University-Business Administration.
Madelyn Avey
Midget/Intermediate House League
Madelyn has played with the BGHA for 4 seasons. She was Captain last season. Madelyn has also helped with Ice Kittens, coached Tykes, active in varsity sports while maintaining grades in the high 80’s and 90’s. She’s received Most Sportsmanship and Volunteer awards. Madelyn also played lacrosse, volleyball, rugby and played musical instruments. Madelyn will be attending Brock University in Child & Youth studies but hopes to be able to continue to play and volunteer with the BGHA.
Brooklyn Morris
Midget/Intermediate House League
Brooklyn has played with the BGHA for 5 seasons. She has been a very busy person during high school. Besides playing hockey & volunteering with the BGHA, she volunteered with the Brantford Youth Council, with an Earth Day event and school events which she has received awards for. Brooklyn has kept a low 90’s/high 80’s average. She will be attending McMaster University taking Cognitive Science of Language.

Annual BGHA Outstanding Volunteer Award

Membership Nomination

Previously the Marliese Hoffman Award. Annual Volunteer Award representing: 1. Global Volunteerism - (Executive, Committee Work, Tournament,etc.) 2. Representative League 3. House League This person must be a member the association/team and their presence as a member of the organization has a positive impact on those with whom they interact in their role. Members submit outstanding volunteer nominations on-line Awards are announced at BGHA Annual Banquet

Kyle Richie
Volunteer - Representative
Kyle has helped the BGHA for years both on the board and coaching. This year we did not have a coach for our Midget B team and he stepped up last minute to take the team. He poured his heart into this team in May to make sure we could make a team happen. They ended up having a great season! Thanks for doing so much for our association Kyle.
Lacey Brown
Volunteer - House League
Lacey has helped the house league division tremendously but she is also a great addition to the BGHA board as a whole. Lacey is always checking in on the teams and helping to fix any problems that arise. She is supportive and encouraging to all of the players and coaches. Lacey is always willing to help and volunteer her time. Thanks for everything you do for our association.
Kate Hogarth
Volunteer - Board/Committee
Kate is our amazing webmaster, she is constantly working behind the scenes to keep our website up to date and informative. She follows teams all year so she can post their accomplishments on the website. Kate is always willing to help anyone with the website, she loves working on it and it shows. Thanks Kate!

Annual Sports Lottery

Ticket Draw

Annual Sports Lottery that is drawn February of every year. 3 Sports Prizes awarded through a draw 2 awards for the top ticket sellers Proceeds of the Sales go to Ice Cat Development

1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Prize Winners
BGHA Sports Lottery
Grand Prize: Mike Brook (Brantford) 2nd Prize: Kim Romano 3rd Prize: Miram & Dave Ewer (Stoney Creek) 4th Prize: Mary Taylor-Keefe (Glen Morris) 5th Prize: Dan Bohemier (Brantford)