TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) released Thursday the names of the five finalists for its Top Goaltender Award for 2023-24.

Each of the finalists were determined through a voting process completed by the CJHL’s nine-member leagues, for their respective efforts during the course of the regular season.

The following are the five nominees for CJHL Top Goaltender honours:

Ben Charette, Whitecourt Wolverines (AJHL) – Charette was earlier named as the recipient of the AJHL Top Goaltender for the 2023-24 season. … The Harvard University (NCAA) commit led the AJHL in goals-against average (2.40 GAA) and save percentage (.925%). … Charette had four shutouts and a record of 20-9-4-1 in his second and final season as a Wolverine. … He was also selected AJHL Player of the Month in November. “Ben came to our team focused on helping the Wolverines and himself – he has accomplished a lot in the last year and a half while overcoming injuries along the way,” stated Wolverines general manager and head coach Shawn Martin. … Charette (2003) was a finalist for the 2023-24 AJHL MVP Award and was the recipient of the 2023-24 CCM Top Team Goaltenders Award alongside teammates Lukas Renaud and Nicholas Avakyan. … The Wolverines completed the 2023-24 campaign as AJHL regular season title holders with a record of 34-18-4-1 and 73 points.

With files from Charla Flett, Executive Director (AJHL)

Harmon Laser-Hume, Flin Flon Bombers (SJHL) – Was earlier named the SJHL’s 2023-24 SaskTel Goaltender of the Year. … Laser-Hume, the Flin Flon Bombers netminder, finished second in the league in wins (28), goals-against-average (2.20), and save percentage (.930). … Laser-Hume was also the SJHL’s SaskTel Goaltender of the Month back in November.

With files from Clark Munroe & Jamie Neugebauer, Co-Directors of Media (SJHL)

Tomas Anderson, OCN Blizzard (MJHL) – Entering the season as a rookie in the MJHL, OCN Blizzard goaltender, Tomas Anderson, carried the mail for the team from northern Manitoba and singlehandedly won games. … Anderson finished fourth in goals-against average (2.10); third in save percentage (.931); fourth in wins (25-8-1-0) and first in shutouts (7), among all goaltenders in the MJHL. … The NCAA D1 commit to Niagara University was named the recipient of the Ed Belfour Trophy as the MJHL’s Top Goaltender and was also named a finalist for MJHL MVP and MJHL Rookie of the Year. … Anderson was voted to the MJHL First All-Star Team.

With files from Eric Swar, Director, Marketing & Partnerships (MJHL)

Noah Pak, Collingwood Blues (OJHL) – Was named the OJHL’s Goaltender of the Year and Top Goaltender awards recipient for 2023-24. … Pak recorded a 1.30 goals-against average. … Pak also led the league in save percentage (.945) and shutouts (12). … His record was a sparkling 37-5-0-0. … He helped Collingwood go 49-6-0-1 and win the Brant Snow Memorial Trophy as regular season champions of the OJHL. … Hails from Oakville, Ont. … Earned a NCAA Division I scholarship to Yale. … “We’ve been fortunate to have Noah part of the Blues organization for the last four years and each year he continued to strive for more,” said Collingwood head coach Andrew Campoli. “Not only has he been successful on the ice, but he has been a fan favourite with our fan base and many minor hockey players in Collingwood.” “Noah is an exceptional goaltender and has been our backbone year-after-year. He’s a fierce competitor and has always battled for and supported his teammates. He provides a sense of calmness as well as acts as a sixth player on the ice in his ability to play the puck. We are very excited to follow Noah’s next chapter at Yale.”

With files from Jim Mason, Director of Communications (OJHL)

Nicholas Sheehan, Edmundston Blizzard (MHL) – The 20-year-old from Moncton, N.B. was named the league’s Top Goaltender in five of seven months this season. … Among the many categories Sheehan led this season were games played (40); wins (30); goals-against average (2.29); minutes played (2,383); saves (1,135); save percentage (.926); shutouts (5); and shootout wins (3). … Overall, he posted a 30-9-1-0 record for the Blizzard. … Sheehan allowed no more than two goals in half, or twenty, of his games played and only allowed more than three goals on just six occasions. … He was selected to the Eastlink North Team of the Week 10 times. … Recently committed to Acadia University of USPORTS.

With files from James Faulkner, Director of Communications (MHL)

Earning honourable mention recognition for the CJHL Top Goaltender Award were:

Jaeden Nelson, Navan Grads (CCHL); Gabriel Robert, Cobras de Terrebonne (LHJAAAQ); Noah Tegelaar, Blind River Beavers (NOJHL) & Jack Osmond, Sioux Lookout Bombers (SIJHL).

PHOTO CREDITS

Charette: Dave Watling Photography

Laser-Hume: Kelly Kocur Jacobson

Anderson: Todd Pederson

Pak: Jamie Green / OJHL Images

Sheehan: Percy Picard

TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced Wednesday the names of the five finalists for its Top Defenceman Award, in the 2023-24 campaign.

Each of the finalists were determined through a voting process completed by the CJHL’s nine-member leagues, for their respective efforts during the course of the regular season.

The following are the five nominees for CJHL Top Defenceman laurels:

Brody Mortensen, Canmore Eagles (AJHL) – Canmore’s Mortensen was the AJHL’s Outstanding Defenceman award winner. … The 2004-blueliner and Lindenwood University (NCAA) commit was fourth in scoring among AJHL defencemen with 34 points (12G, 22A), in his second campaign with the Eagles. … Mortensen was twice awarded AJHL Defensive Player of the Week for his shut-down play and offensive capabilities. “Brody played high-end minutes against the league’s top players each night represented the Eagles to the highest standard,” said Eagles general manager and head coach Andrew Milne. “His dedication, determination, and exceptional skill on the ice have earned him this recognition from his opponents. Winning AJHL Defenceman of the Year is a testament to his hard work and commitment to excellence. He has proven himself to be a leader both on and off the ice and we’re incredibly proud of his achievement.”

With files from Charla Flett, Executive Director (AJHL)

Noah Houle, Flin Flon Bombers (SJHL) – Houle’s 68 points were the most by a defenceman in the SJHL since Josh McDougall of the Nipawin Hawks posted 74 in the 2017-18 season. … Houle is committed to Lindenwood University of NCAA Division I for next season. … The 2003-born Montreal, Que., native was second on his team with an impressive plus/minus rating of plus-38, proving his two-way competence.

With files from Clark Munroe & Jamie Neugebauer, Co-Directors of Media (SJHL)

Noah Szabo, Steinbach Pistons (MJHL) – Finishing fourth among all defenders in MJHL scoring, Szabo earned the MJHL nod for CJHL Top Defenceman. … A second-year member of the Steinbach Pistons, Szabo added 14 goals from the back end to go along with 30 helpers in 47 games for a league-high 0.94 points-per-game average. … The NCAA D-1 commit to Alaska-Fairbanks did it all for the Pistons and played big minutes in key situations for the defending league champions. … Szabo was voted as an MJHL First Team All-Star and was named the MJHL’s Top Defenceman.

With files from Eric Swar, Director, Marketing & Partnerships (MJHL)

David Green, St. Michael’s Buzzers (OJHL) – The 17-year-old blueliner was previously named the OJHL’s Defenceman of the Year. … Green committed to join the NCAA Division I Merrimack College Warriors beginning with the 2025-26 season. … Was tabbed 122nd overall, among North American skaters, by NHL Central Scouting in their final rankings for the 2024 NHL Draft. … The Toronto resident led all OJHL blueliners in goals (18) and points (57). … He scored two goals and added an assist to pace the East to victory in the OJHL Prospects game and was presented with his team’s player of the game trophy. … “We are really happy for Greener,” said Buzzers head coach and general manager Rich Ricci. “He and his family put faith in us to develop him. “He is a dedicated player that is confident but still aspiring to get better. He’s going to be a very good D-man, when you project him out with four or five more years of development.”

With files from Jim Mason, Director of Communications (OJHL)

Olivier Beaudoin, West Kent Steamers (MHL) – The 20-year-old from Sherbrooke, Quebec finished second in scoring among defencemen with 49 points. … Beaudoin tallied twelve times and added 37 assists in 49 games for West Kent. … He was second in goals and in assists among MHL defencemen. … Beaudoin did most of his damage on the scoresheet during Steamers powerplays. … He led all blueliners in man advantage markers with seven and topped all players with 22 powerplay assists. … His 29 powerplay points were second in the league. … Was also one of three defencemen with three game-winning goals. … Named Top Defensemen in December and an honourable mention for the award in January. … Beaudoin was selected to the Eastlink North Team of the Week six times.

With files from James Faulkner, Director of Communications (MHL)

Earning honourable recognition for the CJHL Top Defenceman Award were:

Xavier Laurent, Rockland Nationals (CCHL); Tristan Alexandre-Sgrosso, Cobras de Terrebonne (LHJAAQ); Andrey Manov, Blind River Beavers (NOJHL) & Blake Hilterman, Red Lake Miners (SIJHL).

PHOTO CREDITS

Mortenson: Dave Watling Photography

Houle: Kelly Kocur Jacobson

Szabo: Jonathan Kozub

Green: Ray MacAloney / OJHL Images

Beaudoin: West Kent Steamers / MHL

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TORONTO,ON – The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced Tuesday the names of the five players that have been selected finalists for its Top Forward Award in the 2023-24 campaign.

Each of the finalists were determined through a voting process completed by the CJHL’s nine-member leagues, for their respective efforts during the course of the regular season.

The following are the five nominees for CJHL Top Forward honours:

Luka Sukovic, Bonnyville Pontiacs (AJHL) – Bonnyville’s Sukovic was earlier named 2023-24 AJHL MVP and recipient of its Top Forward Award. … The Clarkson University NCAA D-I commit captured the AJHL Leading Goal Scorer Award with 35 goals and ended the regular season tied for third overall in the AJHL with 67 points (35G, 32A). … “Luka came in this season and has been the ideal teammate and player,” stated Pontiacs associate general manager Neil Langridge. “He wasn’t happy with how last year’s season went and he spent the entire off season dedicated to his craft. This season has been a testament to his hard work and dedication and now this acknowledgment from the other AJHL teams solidifies his success. We are proud of all his achievements and especially his commitment to Clarkson University.” The 2003-born centre earned recognition as the AJHL Player of the Month in January 2024, Player of the Week in February 2024, and was also selected as the Star of the Game seven times this season.

With files from Charla Flett, Executive Director (AJHL)

Spencer Bell, Humboldt Broncos (SJHL) – Bell led the SJHL in goals scored this season with 47. He finished second in overall points only to Kian Bell with 88. … He is committed to St. Lawrence University of NCAA Division I for season. … He is also one of the top face-off men in the league, and had 20 more points than the next leading scorer on the No. 3 seeded Broncos. … Spencer is a native of Warman, Sask., and is a 2003 birth year.

With files from Clark Munroe & Jamie Neugebauer, Co-Directors of Media (SJHL)

Dalton Andrew, Winkler Flyers (MJHL) – Winkler’s Andrew led the MJHL in scoring this season with 82 points in 54 games, including supplying a league-leading 43 goals and seven game-winners. … Andrew piled on the points in the second half of the season, which included a single game seven-point performance where he scored five goals and add two assists, the highest single total in an MJHL game this season. … Andrew also led the MJHL in points-per-game average with 1.52. … The native of Brandon, Man., was also named an MJHL First Team All-Star and earned the Mike Ridley Trophy as the MJHL’s Top Scorer.

With files from Eric Swar, Director, Marketing & Partnerships (MJHL)

Trevor Hoskin, Cobourg Cougars (OJHL) – First-team All-Star Trevor Hoskin of the Cobourg Cougars was the recipient of the OJHL’s MVP and Leading Scorer awards for 2023-24. … Hoskin finished the regular season with 100 points. … He accumulated points at an astounding clip of 1.92 per game. … His 42 goals included nine game-winners, four while shorthanded and nine on the power play. … Hoskin missed four games while representing the OJHL at the World Junior A Hockey Challenge in Nova Scotia in December. … He was named to the all-tournament team after leading Team Canada East to the silver medals. …. An assistant captain in Cobourg this season, the third-year Cougar is committed to NCAA Division I Niagara University for next season, following his MVP performance at the Eastern Canada All-Star Challenge in Trenton, Ont. … A rookie season of 29 points was followed by 61 in 2022-23, only to be totally upstaged by this year’s century mark. “Trevor is a very important member to our team,” current Cobourg Coach Connor Armour said. “Seeing him develop not only as a player but also a person has been fun to watch. He’s got a bright future in hockey.”

With files from Jim Mason, Director of Communications (OJHL)

Alex Blais, Rangers de Montreal (LHJAAAQ) – Blais went on to be the LHJAAAQ’s top scorer in 2023-24 with 92 points. … Led the league with 66 assists. … Had six four-point games and three five-point games, including three hat tricks. … Ended the season with a stellar plus-27 differential. … Recorded five PPG, four game-winners and was assessed only eight penalty minutes. … Represented Hockey Canada two years in a row at events. …  Finished the season with point-per-game average of 2.19. … Served as captain of Team Perron at the Eastern Canada Cup All-Star Challenge. … Was an assistant captain with Team Canada East at the World Junior A Challenge. … Was listed on the NHL Draft List at 17 playing for Chicoutimi. … Named LHJAAAQ player of the week for the period ending December 22.

With files from Francis Dupont, Director of Communications (LHJAAAQ)

Earning honourable mention status for the CJHL Top Forward Award in 2023-24 were:

Jace Letourneau, Renfrew Wolves (CCHL); Ludovic Dufort, Miramichi Timberwolves (MHL); Lucas Signoretti, Espanola Paper Kings (NOJHL) & Owen Riffel, Sioux Lookout Bombers (SIJHL).

PHOTO CREDITS

Sukovic: Dave Watling Photography

Bell: Herbie Alimpuyo

Andrew: Ryan Sawatzky

Hoskin: Shawn Muir / OJHL Images

Blais: Tobi-Lynne P. Payne

Whitecourt Wolverines Co-Captain Dylan Leslie has committed to the NAIT Ooks of the Alberta Colleges Athletics Conference (ACAC) for the 2024-25 season.

The 2003-born forward from St Albert, AB has spent his five-year AJHL career with the Wolverines starting as an affiliate in 2019-20 and spanning 175 regular season games and three playoff runs.   Dylan Leslie was a finalist for the 2023-24 AJHL Most Dedicated Player Award, presented annually to the player voted as the most dedicated to his team.

“Dylan has been the consummate Wolverine in all aspects,” stated Wolverines General Manager and Head Coach Shawn Martin. “It was a pleasure to coach him over the past five seasons and wish him and his family the best in the future.”

“I’m excited to be furthering my hockey career and I would like to thank the Whitecourt Wolverines and my family for supporting me along the way,” said Leslie.

Dylan Leslie is the fifth post-secondary commitment for the Wolverines this season along with:

• Ben Charette (Harvard University)
• Braden Keeble (Yale University)
• Spencer Rheaume (RIT)
• Travis Verbeek (University of Alaska Anchorage)

The Camrose Kodiaks are excited to announce that 2003 defenceman Brady Brenner has committed to Marian University in Wisconsin.

Brenner suited up for the Kodiaks in 121 games as a veteran shutdown defencemen. Brady’s leadership, character and work ethic is contagious and the organization knows he will excel in his future.

We congratulate and wish Brady and his whole family continued success.