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Field Hockey BC Awards
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FHBC Annual Awards 2011
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Field Hockey BC Annual Award Winners:
Male Player of the Year:
2011 Scott Tupper
Scott receives this award as recognition of his on-going commitment and achievement with the Canadian National Team. Scott achieved his first cap against Scotland in Vancouver in the summer of 2005. Six years later, Scott has represented the Canadian Team at the 2008 Olympic Games, at the Commonwealth Games and the World Cup and most recently at the Pan-American Games in Mexico taking his tally of international caps to 143. Field Hockey BC is pleased to recognize Scott as our Senior Male Athlete of the Year.
Award presented to Scott by Mark Saunders, Field Hockey BC’s Executive Director.
Senior Female Player of the Year:
2011 Diana Roemer
Diana receives this award as recognition of her on-going commitment and achievement with the Canadian National Team. Diana was selected to the Senior National Team in 2007, achieving her first cap against South Africa in Stellenbosch. Diana’s career highlights include the Commonwealth Games in 2010 and most recently the Pan-American Games in Mexico. Diana currently has a total of 71 caps for Canada. It is FHBC’s pleasure to recognize Diana as Field Hockey BC Senior Female Player of the Year.
Award presented to Diana by Sue Demuynck, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Women’s High Performance.
Junior Under 18 Male Player of the Year:
2011 Gurteg Gill
Bill Sandhu, Team BC Head Coach writes; “Gurteg Gill has performed exceptionally well in 2011. His skill level is extremely high. He has excellent game sense and his ability to perform under pressure was evident in every competitive situation”. It is FHBC’s pleasure to award the Junior Under 18 Male player of the year award to Gurteg Gill.
Award, along with a $300 clothing voucher from Kukri Sports Canada, presented to Bill Sandhu, Gurteg’s Team BC coach, by Kinder Gill, Field Hockey BC’s Regional Head Coach and Jamie Williams, Sales Director for Kukri Sports Canada
Junior Under 18 Female Player of the Year:
2011 Kendra Perrin
Andrea Rushton, Team BC Head Coach writes; “Kendra was a great leader for our BC group this summer - she lead the group by example with her effort, skill, and grit, had a very positive tone with the team encouraging her teammates, yet was directive and specific when needed, and she was committed to learning from every moment”. It is FHBC’s pleasure to award the Junior Under 18 Female player of the year award to Kendra Perrin.
Award, along with a $300 clothing voucher from Kukri Sports Canada, presented to Kendra by Sue Demuynck, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Women’s High Performance and Wendy Hughes, General Manager of Kukri Sports Canada
Junior Under 16 Male Player of the Year:
2011 Balraj Panesar
Minder Gill, Team BC Head Coach writes; “Balraj was our team captain and most consistent player in 2011. He showed great leadership on and off the field, was able to play different positions when needed and was able to take his game to another level when the challenge demanded”. It is FHBC’s pleasure to award the Junior Under 16 Male player of the year award to Balraj Panesar.
Award, along with a $300 clothing voucher from Kukri Sports Canada will, presented to Balraj by Kinder Gill, Field Hockey BC’s Regional Head Coach and Jamie Williams, Sales Director for Kukri Sports Canada
Junior Under 16 Female Player of the Year:
2011 Sydney Veljacic
Bubli Chohan, Team BC Head Coach writes; “Sydney is the sort of player a team can count on when the pressure is on. Sydney is reliable, dependable, coachable and has a good skill set, Sydney is a quiet leader who leads by example and is thoroughly deserving of this recognition”. It is FHBC’s pleasure to award the Junior Under 16 Female player of the year award to Sydney Veljacic.
Award, along with a $300 clothing voucher from Kukri Sports Canada, presented to Sydney by Sue Demuynck, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Women’s High Performance and Wendy Hughes, General Manager for Kukri Sports Canada
Barbara Schrodt Award:
2011 Tammy McComb
The BARBARA SCHRODT AWARD is presented to “someone who has made a difference to women’s field hockey in BC”. The Barbara Schrodt Award winner for 2011 has been actively ‘making a difference’ for as long as we can remember. As a leader, manager, administrator, coach and advocate for all aspects of hockey development; whether it be within the club setting or at a provincial level, Tammy has helped advance the sport of field hockey in both a presidential and voluntary role with Delta Falcons Field Hockey Club and at a regional level with Field Hockey BC. It is our pleasure to present the Barbara Schrodt Award to Tammy McComb.
Award will be presented to Tammy by Shayne Dyrdal, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Finance
Contribution to Men’s Field Hockey Award:
2011 Patrick Oswald
Patrick Oswald continues to be an inspirational force in the promotion of field hockey at all levels of our game. Patrick has been instrumental in the development of athlete, coach and league based programming. Patrick is Past President and Current Board member to the Vancouver Hawks Field Hockey Club, Current President to the Vancouver Men’s field hockey league, past Field Hockey BC Board member and Team BC manager, and continues to assist field hockey programming in numerous ways. Our sporting community certainly continues to benefit from his experience, leadership and expertise. We hope that this award goes some way to recognizing his on-going contribution to our sport.
Award presented to Patrick by Mark Saunders, Field Hockey BC’s Executive Director
Women’s Umpire of the Year:
2011 Deb Moynahan
Deb Moynahan for the last six years seems to have been ever present at FHBC and Club events across the province. Whether it is a junior or senior event, Deb’s name is often the first to appear on an officiating roster. Always professional and always conscious of the need to assist developing umpires, Deb is an invaluable asset to field hockey in BC. In recent years Deb has officiated at the Field Hockey BC high performance events, the club championships, the VIT, the BC High School Championships, and of course is active within the female junior and senior leagues in BC. Our thanks and congratulations go to Deb for her ongoing contribution and it is our pleasure to recognize this contribution in the form of the Women’s Umpire of the Year Award
Award presented to Deb by Paul Chohan, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Umpiring
Men’s Umpire of the Year:
2011 Damien Deefholts
Damien Deefholts, like Deb, has for the last six years been ever present at FHBC, Club, and National events across the province. Always professional and always conscious of the need to assist developing umpires, Damien has passed on his expertise to all levels of umpire and is an invaluable asset to field hockey in BC. Certified in 2010 as a learning facilitator, Damien assists off the field in teaching new umpires at a provincial and community level, and has begun to instigate a provincial on-field mentor-ship program. In recent years Damien has officiated at the Field Hockey BC high performance events, the club championships, the VIT, BC Club Invitational events, the 4 Nation Classic and of course is active within the male and female junior and senior leagues in BC. Our thanks and congratulations go to Damien for his ongoing contribution and it is our pleasure to recognize this contribution in the form of the Men’s Umpire of the Year Award
Award presented to Mark Saunders on behalf of Damien, by Paul Chohan, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Umpiring
Women’s Coach of the Year:
2011 Jenn Beagan
Jenn has been a significant presence within the FHBC Regional and Provincial Program in recent years. She has graduated from an Assistant Coaching role at the Canada Cup in 2010 to a Regional Program lead coach in 2010-2011, and in the summer of 2011 led the U18 White team to a bronze medal at the National Championships and the U18 Western Canada Summer Games team to Gold in Kamloops. Field Hockey BC is pleased to recognize Jenn as our Women’s Coach of the Year.
Award presented to Jenn by Eric Broom, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Coaching
Men’s Coach of the Year:
2011 Bill Sandhu
Bill has made a significant contribution to Men’s Team BC programming in each of the last 4 years. Bill has led the Under 19 boys to a gold medal in 2008, the Under 18 boys to a series victory versus the USA in 2009, the Under 18 boys to a gold medal at the 2010 Canada Cup, and a further gold for the same age group at this year’s National Championship. It is a pleasure to be able to recognize the impact Bill has had on so many BC athletes by naming him the Men’s Coach of the year for 2011
Award presented to Bill by Eric Broom, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Coaching
Please click below for the links to watch the video footage on You Tube
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FHBC Annual Awards 2009-2010
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Field Hockey BC Annual Award Winners: Male Player of the Year: 2009 Peter Short
2010 David Jameson 
Peter Short receives this award as recognition of his significant contribution to, and achievement with, the Canadian National team. Peter’s career spanned no less than nine years from a first cap versus Belgium in Brussels on July 8th, 2001 to a highlight as a member of the Olympic Team in Beijing in 2008. 132 caps for Canada, Peter retired in 2010 and it is our pleasure to recognise these and the many other honours and achievements in naming Peter as the 2009 Male Player of the Year.
David Jameson receives the 2010 Male Player of the Year Award as recognition of his on-going commitment and achievement with the Canadian National Team. Mirroring Peter’s first international cap, David achieved his milestone against Belgium in Audergheim on September 30, 2002. Eight years later, David represented the Canadian Team at the World Cup in India taking his tally of international caps to 139. ‘Man of the Series’ at the 7 Test Super Series versus India in 2009; Field Hockey BC is now pleased to recognise David as our Male Athlete of the Year for 2010.
Award presented to Peter and David by Eric Broom, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Coaching Female Player of the Year:
2009 Katie Rushton
2010 Thea Culley
Katie and Thea were selected to the Senior National Team in 2005 and 2006 respectively. Katie achieved her first cap against a formidable Australian team in 2005 in Vancouver and Thea followed suit a year later in a test match versus Wales in Cardiff in 2006. Katie and Thea share career highlights that include the Commonwealth Games in 2006 and the Olympic Qualifier in Victoria in 2008. Katie has 69 caps for Canada and Thea has 51. They are both fully deserving of this recognition and it is our pleasure to recognise these and their many other honours and achievements in naming Katie and Thea as Field Hockey BC Female Player of the Year award recipients.
Regrettably, neither Katie nor Thea were able to attend this event. Accepting the award on their behalf is past Female Player of the Year award winner, Stephanie Jameson.
Award presented to Stephanie by Sue Demuynck, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Women’s High Performance. BARBARA SCHRODT AWARD: 2009 Yvonne Anderson
2010 Cindy Sacré 
The BARBARA SCHRODT AWARD is presented to “someone who has made a difference to women’s field hockey in BC”. The Barbara Schrodt Award winners for 2009 and 2010 have both been actively ‘making a difference’ for as long as we can remember. As leaders, managers, administrators and advocates for all aspects of hockey development; whether it be within the club setting or at a provincial level, both Yvonne and Cindy have helped advance the sport of field hockey in their respective roles both within their clubs and especially as representatives for their regions. It is our pleasure to present the Barbara Schrodt Award to Yvonne Anderson and Cindy Sacré.
Award presented to Cindy Sacré and to Cheryl McCreary on behalf of Yvonne Anderson by Sue Demuynck, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Women’s High Performance
Contribution to Men's Field Hockey: 2009 John Nolan
2010 Alvin Bissett 
John Nolan continues to be an inspirational force in the promotion of field hockey at all levels of our game. John has been instrumental in the development of athlete, coach and league based programming. An executive member, coach and official to the Burnaby field hockey club and executive member to the Vancouver men’s field hockey league, our sporting community certainly continues to benefit from his experience and expertise. We hope that this award goes some way to recognising his on-going contribution to our sport.
Alvin Bissett has played a significant role in the success of the provincial junior men’s program for the last 3 years. Field Hockey BC would like to recognise the ‘behind the scenes’ managerial support Alvin has shown during this time, not only recognising the significant amount of work involved but most significantly the benefit this work has had on the programs as a whole and especially on the positive environment created for the coaches and athletes within the respective programs. Alvin has been manager to the Team BC – US Series in 2008; manager to the Team BC national championship program in 2009; and manager to the FHC/FHBC Pan-American Program in 2010. As if that was not enough, Alvin has now taken on the managerial role with the National junior men’s program.
Award presented to Alvin Bissett and to Patrick Oswald on behalf of John Nolan by Eric Broom, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Coaching Women's Umpire of the Year: 2009 Lelia Sacré
2010 Meghan McLennan 
Lelia Sacré began on the BC officiating pathway in 2006 gaining her provincial award in the same year and achieving Regional status in 2008. Since 2006, Lelia has been invited to umpire at Field Hockey BC high performance championships, the BC club championships, the BC high school championships, the VIT, the BC/US Challenge, the BC Invitational Tournament and the National Championship program. Lelia is currently one of the short-listed BC candidates for National recognition. Our thanks go to Lelia for her contribution in recent years and it is our pleasure to recognise her development in the form of the Women’s Umpire of the Year Award for 2009.
Meghan McLennan is our Female Umpire of the Year Award winner for 2010. Meghan achieved provincial status in 2004, regional status in 2007, her Canadian badge in 2008 and her FIH badge this past year in 2010. En route to these milestones, Meghan has assisted as a senior umpire to the BC high school championships and as an active umpire at Senior and Junior National Championships; the BC Invitational Tournament; the BC Club Championships; FHBC High Performance Championships; the VIT; CIS; the FHBC Junior Indoor Championships and of course at a local league level. Our thanks and congratulations go to Meghan for her contribution and achievements in recent years and it is our pleasure to recognise this contribution in the form of the Women’s Umpire of the Year Award for 2010.
Award presented to Meghan McLennan and Cindy Sacré on behalf of Lelia Sacré by Paul Chohan, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Umpiring Men's Umpire of the Year: 2009 Al McBeth
2010 Patrick Dunn Al McBeth, our award winner for 2009, was certified as an officiating Course Conductor in 2008 and has since led clinics for over 100 new umpires. Al has taken the role of head umpire at FHBC events, volunteered in 2008 and 2009 to run umpire update clinics around new rule implementation in both the Lower Mainland and the Interior and continues to step forward as an active umpire for FHBC and Club junior and senior events alike. This award recognises the impact Al has had as an educator, mentor and support for official’s development in BC.
Patrick Dunn for the last five years seems to have been ever present at FHBC and Club events across the province. Whether it is a junior or senior event, Patrick’s name is often the first to appear on an officiating roster. Always professional and always conscious of the need to assist developing umpires, Patrick is an invaluable asset to field hockey in BC. Over the last two years Patrick has officiated at the Field Hockey BC high performance events, the club championships, the VIT, the BC Invitational Tournament, the BC Summer Games, BC Club Invitational events, a National Series and of course is active within the male and female junior and senior leagues in BC.
Award presented to Al McBeth and Patrick Dunn by Paul Chohan, Field Hockey BC’s Director Umpiring
Women's Coach of the Year: 2009 Andrew Rushton
2010 Krista Thompson Recently retired from the Women’s National Team Program, our 2009 Women’s Coach of the Year, Andy Rushton plays a crucial role in FHBC’s High Performance and Team BC Programs in athlete and talent development. She is currently completing her Level 4 coaching certification with the National Coaching Institute in Victoria. Her thoughtfulness and calm demeanour are true strengths when working with excitable, but technically and tactically gifted Team BC athletes; consequently her athletes are very well prepared for competitive events. She coached the Under 18 Blue Women to a Gold medal finish at the 2009 Canada Cup, and a 4th place finish at the 2009 FHC Senior National Championships. She coached the U16 Island program in 2009-2010 and was recently appointed as Head Coach of FHBC’s U16 Island Foundations Program. Many congratulations to Andy.
Our 2010 Women’s Coach of the Year Krista Thompson is a significant contributor to all levels of FHBC programming. Krista contributes to development programming for all junior age groups, including mentorship assistance within the local, regional and provincial program. Krista would no doubt say that the rewards in coaching at the local and regional level outweigh the competitive honours at a provincial level where her senior team in 2010 were successful in winning the Senior Women’s National Title. It is our pleasure to be able to recognise Krista’s contribution and the impact she has had on field hockey athlete development locally, regionally and provincially in naming her the Women’s Coach of the Year for 2010.
Award presented to Sue Demuynck on behalf of both Andrea and Krista by Eric Broom, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Coaching
Men's Coach of the Year: 2009 Minder Gill
2010 Robin D'Abreo 
Our 2009 Men’s Coach of the Year, Minder Gill accelerated very quickly through FHBC’s coaching pathway, and has contributed important coaching knowledge to FHBC’s Men’s High Performance Programs over the past two years. He coached in the Men’s Elite Program, working with BC’s best junior talent. That same year he led the 2009 Under 16 White Men’s Team to a Bronze medal finish at the Canada Cup and at FHC’s Under 16 National Championships, missing the final gold medal match in a sudden death shoot-out. He then followed up his successful year, as the Assistant Coach of FHBC’s National U17 Men’s Pan American Program. The Pan Am Team trained from September 2009-March 2010 and finished 4th at the first ever Youth Olympic Qualifier, held in Hermosillo, Mexico. Minder has the ability to deliver tactical knowledge that is appropriate and meaningful for Team BC players. His meticulous game planning and ability to motivate his athletes, allowed him to significantly raise the standard of play within the BC Men’s Program. Congratulations to Minder Gill, 2009 Men’s Coach of the Year.
The 2010 Male Coach of the Year Award goes to the recently appointed Men’s Senior National Coach, Robin D’Abreo. This award though is in recognition of his contribution to provincial coach development and the significant impact Robin has had on BC athletes over the past five years. Robin has taken the head coach lead for no less than eleven Team BC squads since 2006. His teams have been successful at the Senior and Junior National Championships, the BC Invitational Championships, The Can-Am Challenge and most recently at the Pan-American Championships in Uruguay. Outside of his then employment obligations with Field Hockey BC, Robin over a period of nine months led squad and individual training sessions for the 2010 Pan-Am Program, resulting in the team winning the silver medal at the Pan-Am Championships. In his time with Field Hockey BC, Robin has continually gone above and beyond to create extended opportunities for coach development and to meet the ever increasing demands of the BC high performance athlete base.
Award presented to Robin D’Abreo and to Paul Chohan on behalf of who will also receive this award on behalf of Minder Gill by Eric Broom, Field Hockey BC’s Director of Coaching
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FHBC Annual Awards 2008
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FHBC Annual Award Winners 2008:
Barbara Schrodt Award - DENEEN ASANO
The BARBARA SCHRODT AWARD – presented to “someone who has made a difference to women’s field hockey in BC”. This year’s Barbara Schrodt Award winner has been actively ‘making a difference’ for as long as we can remember. A leader, coach, manager, administrator and advocate for all aspects of hockey development; whether it be within the club setting or at a provincial level, it is our pleasure to present the Barbara Schrodt Award to Deneen Asano.
Award presented by Sue Demuynck to Deneen Asano.
Contribution to Men's Field Hockey - ROBIN RICHARDSON
Robin Richardson continues to be an inspirational force in the promotion of field hockey at all levels of our game. He has been President of the Men's League, Field Hockey Victoria and Co-Chair of the junior league. On field hockey’s behalf Robin is currently a Pacific Sport Victoria trustee and was part of the voluntary team instrumental in bringing the Olympic Qualifier to Victoria earlier this year. Robin continues to play a managerial role in the promotion and development of the men’s national team program as well as taking a lead in initiatives to further field hockey opportunities in Victoria and across the province. It is our pleasure to present the contribution to Men’s Field Hockey to Robin Richardson.
Award presented By Ian Baggott to Robin Richardson.
Coach of the Year - Women - LAUREN MACLEAN
Having coached both Regionally and Provincially over the last 3 years Lauren MacLean has been a fantastic addition to the High Performance Coaching staff. A former National Team athlete, Lauren brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and drive to her teams and creates a very positive and supportive learning environment for all her athletes. In 2007/08 Lauren Head Coached both the South East U18 Regional Squad to a bronze medal finish at the U18 HP Championships as well as the Provincial U19 BC White Team that captured a silver medal at the U18 National Championships in Winnipeg. It is our pleasure to present the Women’s Coach of the Year Award to Lauren MacLean.
Award presented by Sue Demuynck to Lauren MacLean.
Coach of the Year - Men - AARON GUEST
Aaron Guest has become a staple of the men’s high performance coaching at Field Hockey BC. He has coached regularly with the Junior Boys U18 and U16 Elite programs since their inception 3 years ago. Aaron brings a simple no nonsense approach to his coaching that stresses excellence and individual accountability with all his athletes. In 2008 Aaron Head coached the U16 Provincial Men’s team that captured the Gold medal at the FHBC Invitational tournament as well as a 3 Match USA Challenge Series win in Moorpark California over the US U17 National Squad. It is our pleasure to present the Men’s Coach of the Year Award to Aaron Guest.
Award presented by Ross Stewart to Aaron Guest.
Umpire of the Year - Women - ALISON SWEETEN
Alison ‘gives back’ in so many different ways to field hockey on Vancouver Island and across BC and Canada. Alison is not only a nationally rated umpire, she is also a course conductor, assessor and mentor for umpiring development. Last year saw Alison officiate at the Senior and Junior National Championships; the BC Invitational Tournament; BC Club Championships; BC High Performance Championships; the VIT; the BC Junior Indoor Championships and of course at a local league level. Our thanks and congratulations go to Alison for her contribution over the past year and it is our pleasure to recognise this contribution in the form of the Women’s Umpire of the Year Award.
Award presented by Paul Chohan to Julie Brereton on behalf of Alison Sweeten.
Umpire of the Year - Men - GAVIN CALDECOTT
Over the last three years Gavin has risen through the umpiring ranks. Gaining his Regional Award in 2006/2007; Gavin was invited to umpire at the Senior National Championships in 2008 gaining his certification as a Canadian Umpire. The last year saw Gavin umpire at the Field Hockey BC high performance championships, the club championships, the VIT, the BC/US Challenge, the BC Invitational Tournament, the Junior and Senior Nationals and of course within the men’s and women’s league. Our thanks and congratulations go to Gavin for his contribution and significant achievements over the past year and it is our pleasure to recognise his development in the form of the Men’s Umpire of the Year Award.
Award presented by Paul Chohan to Gavin Caldecott.
Player of the Year - Women - CHRISTINE DE PAPE
Christine has been a part of the Women's National squad since 2006, and has played 48 games for Canada. She represented Canada at the 2007 Pan American Games and more recently at the 2008 World Hockey Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Victoria. Notable honours include the 2007 Premier’s Athletic Award and the 2007 CIS player of the year award. Christine has played provincially since her days in grade 10 and has played for both the University of Manitoba and the University of British Columbia, graduating in 2007. It is our pleasure to recognise these and the many other honours and achievements in naming Christine as this year’s Female Player of the Year.
Award presented by Sue Demuynck to Christine De Pape.
Player of the Year - Men - BINDI KULLAR
Bindi is a veteran of the Canadian Men’s National Team having represented the senior men’s team since 1996. Bindi has 155 senior caps to his name and was a member of the Canadian Men’s team who recently finished 10th at the 2008 Beijing Games in China. Bindi has represented Canada at two Olympic Games, two Commonwealth Games, two Pan-American Games and a World Cup. Some would say it is about time he won this award! It is our pleasure to recognise these and the many other honours and achievements in naming Bindi as this year’s Male Player of the Year.
Award presented by Ian Baggott to Narinder Sangha on behalf of Bindi Kullar.
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Field Hockey BC Annual Awards 2007
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Field Hockey BC Annual Award Winners 2007:
Barbara Schrodt Award – JANE KOZNIUK
The BARBARA SCHRODT AWARD – presented to “someone who has made a difference to women’s field hockey in BC”. This year’s Barbara Schrodt Award winner has been actively ‘making a difference’ for as long as we can remember. A leader, coach, manager and advocate for all aspects of hockey development; whether it be within the club, provincial or national field, it is our pleasure to present the Barbara Schrodt Award to Jane Kozniuk.
Award presented by Madge Johnson to Jane
Contribution to Men’s Field Hockey – SUMESH PUTRA
Sumesh Putra, undoubtly Canada’s top international umpire, has enjoyed a distinguished career that includes officiating assignments at the Olympic Games, the World Cup, the Pan-Am and Commonwealth Games and the prestigious Champions Trophy. But it is not his international experience that leads Field Hockey BC and the field hockey community to nominate Sumesh for this award. Our nomination is for the contribution and the continued impact Sumesh brings to the development of officiating in BC and Canada. Despite his international experience, standing in over 100 international matches, Sumesh is the first to assist the development program in BC and can be seen at venues across the lower mainland mentoring league officials at weekends and assisting with the provincial tournament calendar. Sumesh also volunteers his time as an advisor and coordinator to the local leagues and as a member of the Field Hockey BC umpiring committee. Sumesh continues to give back to the sport he loves and in particular give back to the community that gave him the opportunity to fulfill his potential. Sumesh continues to umpire, assess, mentor and coordinate at all provincial levels and we hope that this award will go some way to expressing our gratitude for the contribution he continues to make.
Award presented by Madge Johnson to Sumesh Putra
Coach of the Year – Women – KRISTA THOMPSON
Krista Thompson is Field Hockey BC’s Regional Head Coach for Vancouver Island and a significant contributor to all levels of FHBC programming. She was a head coach within the women's Regional Program for both the 05-06 and 06-07 seasons coaching a U18 Island team on both occasions. She was also Head Coach of the Senior Women's provincial team leading them to a silver medal finish at the National Championships. In her capacity as Regional Head Coach, Krista also contributed to development programming for all junior age groups as well as to the U18 Elite Boys program running local training for our Island contingent. Her tireless commitment and dedication to the program continue to make a very positive impact on the field and it is our pleasure to be able to recognise Krista’s contribution with the women’s Coach of the Year Award for 2006/2007.
Award presented by Sally Bell to Krista Thompson
Coach of the Year – Men – KIMO LINDERS
In 2006 Kimo contributed his expertise to all aspects of our high performance system coaching men and women within our Development, Regional, and Provincial Programs. In the spring he ran Women's U21/ Senior development sessions and also head coached the SE U18 Women in the Regional program. He then took on the Senior Men's Provincial Team leading them to a gold medal finish at the Senior National Championships. In the fall Kimo also made a significant impact on our Elite Boys programming by Head coaching the squad through the 2006-07 season. His significant experience and passion for the game are always a huge asset to FHBC and the talented athletes we have participating in our programs. It is our pleasure to be able to award the men’s coach of the year for 2006/2007 to Kimo.
Award presented by Patrick Oswald to Kimo Linders
Umpire of the Year – Women – GILLIAN BATEY
Over the last three years Gillian has risen through the umpiring ranks. Gaining her Regional Award in 2005; Gillian was invited to umpire at the Senior National Championships in 2006 gaining her certification as a Canadian Umpire. Gillian has umpired at the Field Hockey BC high performance championships, the club championships, the VIT, the Can-Am Challenge, at Junior Nationals and more recently the Canada/Chile series here in BC. It is fitting that we are recognising, in both of this years umpire of the year categories, individuals that we hope will be the next generation of top flight Canadian officials. Our thanks and congratulations to Gillian for her contribution over the past year.
Award presented by Madge Johnson to Megan Robertson (on behalf of Gill)
Umpire of the Year – Men – JON STOLLER
Jon has been one of BC’s up and coming umpires over the past few years and has progressed quickly through the umpiring ranks. Awarded his Regional Rating last year; Jon has had a busy year umpiring at the BC High performance Championships, the Can-Am Challenge, the BC Challenge, the VIT and the Club Championships to name but a few. The culmination of this hard work has been an invitation to umpire at both the senior and junior national championships this summer where Jon will be assessed for his national certification. We wish him luck and a debt of gratitude for his contribution over the past year.
Award to be presented by Sumesh Putra to Jon
Unfortunately both our player of the year award winners are attending family Pan-Am Games send off’s and are unable to be with us but both have nominated peers to accept these awards on their behalf.
Player of the Year – Female – STEPHANIE HUME
Stephanie Hume (aka Barney) has been a part of the Women's National squad since 2002, and has played 48 games for Canada. She has played in the 2002 and 2006 Commonwealth Games, and was recently named to the 2007 Pan American Games Team following a successful series against Chile. She has played provincially for BC since 1997, and last summer was an integral part of the BC team that captured gold at the 2006 Senior National Championship. Steph grew up playing for the West Vancouver Field Hockey Club, and has given many hours of her time to help coach junior teams within the club. She played for the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds from 1997-2001, and now plays for the Meralomas club in Vancouver.
Award presented by Sally Bell to Stephanie Jameson (on behalf of Stephanie)
Player of the Year – Male – RAVI KAHLON
Ravi Kahlon started playing field hockey in the Victoria league at the age of 12, he was selected as a Provincial BC athlete at Under 18 level and was selected to represent the junior national team in 1999. Ravi’s first international cap came in 2000 against Malaysia and since then Ravi has represented Canada on no fewer than 106 occasions. Last year saw Ravi compete at both the 2006 Commonwealth Games in Australia and the 2006 World Cup Qualifying Tournament in China. On the domestic front, Ravi continues to play for the Victoria Selects and commits a great deal of time to developing junior players in his region and across British Columbia.
Award presented by Madge Johnson to John Sacre (on behalf of Ravi)
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