2017/18 Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs Annual Yearend Banquet
The Hamilton
Jr. Bulldogs wrapped up the 2017-18 season with their annual yearend banquet held
at Liuna Station on March 28, 2018. There were many family, friends, and
volunteers in attendance to celebrate with the players in the accomplishments
of the teams from the past season.
This
was another great season for the Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs organization as 7 Teams (Minor
Atom, Atom, Minor PeeWee, PeeWee, Minor Bantam, Bantam and Midget) qualified to
play in OMHA 6-Point Series Semi-Final Play. Four of these Teams (Atom, Minor
PeeWee, PeeWee and Bantam) won their semi-final series and advanced to the OMHA
Championships.
Our PeeWee and Bantam Teams advanced to play in the Bronze Medal game but lost in 3 overtime periods. Our Atom Team won the Gold Medal game and will also be hosting the upcoming 21st Annual Atom AAA OHF Championship at the Mountain-Dave Andreychuk Arena on April 13 to 15, 2018.
President, Neil Skirving opened the Awards Program by thanking the players for their outstanding commitment, dedication and work ethic, both on and off the ice. He went on to commend the coaching staffs and the development staff of the HJB Teams for the countless hours they commit and dedicate to the HJB hockey program. He said they did an incredible job developing the HJB teams which culminated into the most successful season yet for the Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs. He thanked the HJB Board of Directors and the Volunteers for their support and efforts this past season which greatly contributed to a smooth running and successful season.
The Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs is thrilled to announce our 2017-18 Award Recipients and extend our heartfelt congratulations to this year’s recipients as your dedication to superior performance has resonated with all of the members of the HJB:
Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs Awards 2017-2018
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Sportsmanship Award (3)
This award is presented to a player that demonstrates sportsmanship, commitment, and enthusiasm within the spirit of hockey with loyalty, respect, friendship and fellowship to those involved in the sport.
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Junior Division – Novice, Minor Atom, Atom
Award Recipient – Mason Hunks – Novice
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Intermediate Division – Minor Pee Wee, Pee Wee, Minor Bantam
Award Recipient – Mateo Gruosso – PeeWee
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Senior Division – Bantam, Minor Midget, Midget
Award Recipient – James Patterson – Bantam
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Leadership Award (3)
This award is presented to a player that demonstrates hard work, determination and fair play that exemplifies great leadership qualities to his team, on and off the ice.
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Junior Division – Novice, Minor Atom, Atom
Award Recipient – Luc Gavreau – Atom
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Intermediate Division – Minor Pee Wee, Pee Wee, Minor Bantam
Award Recipient – Noah Reinhart – Minor Bantam
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Senior Division – Bantam, Minor Midget, Midget
Award Recipient – Jacob Maillet – Bantam
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Curtis Edgcumbe Memorial Award (1)
This award is presented to a player that demonstrates the following qualities on and off the ice:
· Outstanding work ethic
· Puts team goals above personal goals
· Inspires, encourages, and stands up for teammates
· Passion for hockey
· Highest level of commitment
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Award Recipient – Christian Pelley – Minor Midget
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Community Service Award (1)
This award is presented to an individual or team that represents the core values of hockey- commitment, perseverance, teamwork and humility enriching the lives of people in the community through service and volunteerism. Nominations are made by the Board of Directors.
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Award Recipient – 2004 Minor Bantam Team
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Student Player Award (1)
The award is presented to a high school student that maintains honour roll status and demonstrates an overall positive attitude, commitment to team and fair play.
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Award Recipient – Ethan Smith – Midget
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Coach of the Year (1)
This award recognizes the outstanding contributions, involvement and service to the Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs in the area of coaching.
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Award Recipient – Chris Gratton – PeeWee
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Pride and Passion Milestone Awards 2017-2018
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Five Years
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Julian Salvati (Min-PeeWee)
Braden Russell (Min-PeeWee)
Nathan Channer (PeeWee)
Beniamino Rossi (PeeWee)
Adam Stipan (PeeWee)
Gavyn Buch (Bantam)
Jackson Spraggon (Bantam)
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Nicholas Radocaj (Bantam)
Zachary Manazzone (Min-Midget)
Ryan Stipan (Min-Midget)
Bryce Sullivan (Min-Midget)
Thomas Lenart (Min-Midget)
Luca Vespa (Midget)
Ethan Smith (Midget)
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Stan Stepien (Board)
Adam Syring (Coach)
Ryan Cipolla (Assistant Coach)
Tony Caravaggio (Trainer)
Chad Carey (Trainer)
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Eight Years
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Sean Chisholm (Midget)
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