2026 CMHA AWARDS NIGHT

2025-26 SEASON AWARD WINNERS:

Jevon Clarke U18 Rep Award

The Jevon Clarke U18 Rep award was named after a CMHA player who was the epitome of dedication to the game, strong leadership and great sportsmanship. This award will alternate each year between a graduating “A1” player in the even year and a graduating “A2” or “A3” player in the odd year. Coaches along with the appropriate Vice President will nominate the player to be honoured with this award.

Award Recipient: Evan Roche

Todd Seymour Memorial Award - Most Promising Official

Todd Seymour was a CMHA player and a dedicated official who passed away in a car accident during his final year with CMHA. This award will be given to a first year official who shows dedication, commitment and promise.

Award Recipient: Aidan O'Melinn

Dennis Holt U15 A1

Dennis was an “Oldtimer” hockey player in Coquitlam, who passed away in the Coquitlam Annex rink playing the game he loved. This award is given to an inspiring second year U15 A1 player who demonstrates strong leadership and a passion for the game of hockey

Award Recipient: Emerson Plouffe

Nigel McKenzie U15 C

Nigel, a U15 “C” player in CMHA, died in a car accident during a ski trip. In his honour a second year U15 “C” player who demonstrates good sportsmanship, leadership and all around good play

Award Recipient: Adrian Akbari

Mike Mattrick Inspirational Award

Because this award is a celebration of individuals who embrace life with a cheerful attitude, nominees have displayed a positive outlook in the face of personal challenges. These challenges come from real life, ranging from seemingly insignificant challenges, to challenges of the most severe kind. The nominee has shown courage, perseverance, dedication and spirit. brightening the lives of others that may or may not share his/her challenge Most importantly, through his/her conduct in the face of their challenges, the nominee has been an inspiration to others.

Award Recipient: Danyil Konoplin

Irving Kostyniuk Memorial Award - Official of the Year

Irv was a tireless workhorse where officiating was concerned even (even considering he did not have a child playing in CMHA and couldn't skate!!! He laid the foundation for many of the protocols and programs we use today in not only the lower mainland but BC Hockey. Irv attended our inaugural naming of the award in his name but unfortunately passed away soon after. There has been a scholarship set up by a donation from his family for lasting recognition of Irv's contribution to officiating.

Award Recipient: Atila Farrajimehmandar

Doug Shantz Award 'A' Coach of the Year

This annual award is presented to the 'A' coach who showed outstanding contribution and leadership during the course of the year

Award Recipient: Jake Wensley

Cal Sookachoff Memorial 'C' Coach of the Year

This memorial award is named after Cal Sookachoff, a CMHA coach who passed away in April 2014. This annual award is presented to the 'C' Coach who showed outstanding contribution and leadership during the course of the year.

Award Recipient: Scott MacCormac

Initiation / Novice Coach of the Year

This annual award is presented to the Initiation or Novice coach who showed outstanding contribution and leadership during the course of the year

Award Recipient: Jen Fong

Marc Lalonde Memorial Scholarship Award

This memorial award is named after Marc Lalonde

Award Recipient: Taylor Gray

Carson Storey Assistant Coach of the Year

Award Recipient: Keith Lacroix

Outstanding Service - Volunteer

Award Recipient: McKenzie Castle

Outstanding Service - Executive