Volunteer of the year

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One recipient from each category will be chosen from nominated volunteers who are considered to have made an outstanding contribution in each category to FMMHA for the current season.  The nominee may have participated in special events,  general administration chores, support the Angel Hours or a variety of other roles. The recipient will have dedicated a significant amount of hours and leadership in growing minor hockey for our community.

Nomination Deadline

July 30, 2024

Eligibility Criteria

Nominee Must:

  • Volunteered for a minimum of 40 hours in the last Minor Hockey season
  • Must have followed all FMMHA governing directives with budget, fundraising and branding in their role.
  • Must have strived to improve our organization by emphasizing the philosophy to "create positive opportunities and experiences FOR ALL PLAYERS through innovative leadership and exceptional service.”

Selection Procedure

The Executive Board will vote on all nominations that meet the above criteria. The selection is based on the nomination details and alignment with FMMHA’s philosophy of volunteer contributions in two categories: Executive/Director/Chair and General Volunteer. This award celebrates volunteers who demonstrate exceptional leadership, dedication, and a positive impact on the organization and the broader community.

Meet Our Award Recipients

2022-23

 2 Awards were decided for the 2022-23 Season: 

  • Volunteer of the Year - Executive/ Director 
  • Volunteer of the Year - General 

Nominations: 

  • Ed & Kayla Gardiner 
  • Kyle Borle
  • Michelle Carroll 
  • Chelsea Francis-Barrow 
  • Brian Hodgson

Volunteer of the Year - General  -  Chelsea Francis- Barrows

Chelsea has dedicated her entire career to the FMMHA, starting as a young player and growing through the ranks. Last season, while playing for the U18 Huskies, Chelsea also served as an assistant coach for both the Inclusion Royals and the U13 Huskies teams. Her commitment extends beyond her own aspirations; Chelsea is passionate about helping younger players achieve their dreams too.

"From her early days as a young player to her current roles as both a player and an assistant coach on two different teams, Chelsea has invested her heart into both the sport and the community. Her dedication surpasses personal achievements; Chelsea's passion for mentoring younger players epitomizes her true character, making her an invaluable asset to FMMHA and a beacon of hard work and dedication for our players." - Nomination form

Volunteer of the Year - Executive/ Director - Kyle Borle

Kyle has been an indispensable member of our team, serving as our Goalie Director for several years. With two goalies of his own, he intimately understands the significance of nurturing the development and dynamics of all our goalies and ensuring their proper placement within teams. At the start of each season, Kyle invests significant time and effort evaluating players, collaborating with directors, addressing concerns, and working closely with our partners to enhance our goalie program. His dedication doesn't stop there; Kyle also plays an active role as a manager for the Huskies and regularly attends the Female AGMs to contribute to the ongoing success of that program. Through his unwavering commitment and tireless efforts, both on and off the ice, Kyle plays a pivotal role in the advancement of our goalies and the overall prosperity of our organization.

"Kyle's dedication and support have been invaluable to our U11 Huskies girls' team this year. Having been part of the Huskies program for three years, I can confidently say that he and his wife Kim have exceeded all our expectations. Their positivity, organization, and approachability set a new standard for team management.

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