2024 HOCKEY EDMONTON AWARDS
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 Hockey Edmonton Awards! This year's honorees have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and sportsmanship, making significant contributions to our vibrant hockey community. Join us in celebrating their achievements and recognizing the outstanding efforts that have set them apart in the 2023-2024 season.
2024 Hockey Edmonton Awards recipients:
Outstanding Service | April MacKinnon
Outstanding Service | Dylan Thomas (posthumously)
President’s Award | April MacKinnon, John Putters, and Karen Hiscock
Russ Barnes Award | Pat Elliott
Vern Davis Award | Livia Paradis
Hockey Alberta Award | Dylan Thomas (posthumously)
Life Member Award | Bruce Fitzpatrick and Lorraine Jex
Boston Pizza Scholarship | Rebecca Shkrobot and Maddison MacKinnon
Community Engagement Award | CAC Woman’s Group
Michelle “Moosh” Tymchuk Manager of the Year (Elite) | Lisa Tellefson
Michelle “Moosh” Tymchuk Manager of the Year (Community) | Nicole Darsaut
Corporate Award | Quikcard and Edmonton Oil Kings
Hockey Edmonton Development Award
Dylan's unwavering commitment and contributions to NEZ Hockey and Hockey Edmonton were unparalleled. He was the backbone of our Learn to Play Hockey and The First Shift programs, always inspiring young athletes with his passion and dedication. Dylan's presence was a constant source of support and encouragement, and his absence is deeply felt by our hockey families and community.
Dylan's legacy goes beyond his exceptional coaching and mentorship. He embodied the spirit of teamwork, sportsmanship, and the love of the game. His tireless efforts ensured that every player experienced the joy of hockey and developed to the best of their abilities. His influence has left an indelible mark on countless young athletes and their families.
In honor of Dylan, we have decided not to present the Development Award this year. Instead, we want to take this moment to reflect on the immense impact he had on our community. To recognize and thank Dylan for his dedication to making hockey fun and exciting, and for his immense developmental efforts, we are proud to announce that starting in 2025, the Development Award will be renamed the Dylan Thomas Development Award. This will serve as a lasting tribute to his memory, a reminder of the high standards he set for all of us, and the legacy he left on the game in our city.
