Written
submission by Head Coach - Cameron Creech
The coaching staff of the Kanata
Cyborgs unanimously selected Brandon Swain as candidate for the
Sportsmanship Award. I was fortunate to be
assigned an excellent group of players this year, many that I would be proud
to nominate for this award; it was an easy choice to nominate Brandon.
You'll notice Brandon to be one of the smaller players on the ice, but he'll
be one of the 1st players you notice, #9. Driving to the net, the 1st player
back on the back-check, to cover on D, a smart pass, you can feel Brandon's
passion from the stands. Brandon helps make his teammates better by the
smart way he plays the game and the positive energy he shares with them.
There is always a buzz and laughter around Brandon, one of the hubs in the
dressing room. When its time to listen, Brandon is usually the 1st to focus
and pay due respect. A delight to coach, Brandon is respectful of his
coaches and teammates by paying attention to what is being communicated,
contributing through his actions on & off the ice, and politely speaking his
point of view.
At a recent grocery store fundraiser we covered the day long event through
shifts. Brandon helped to cover multiple shifts demonstrating his leadership
by showing shy or inexperienced teammates what to do. I know I'm old
fashion, but when Brandon and a couple teammates stepped-up and helped some
seniors with their groceries and take the time to politely listen to their
stories, I was very proud. I've mentioned to Brandon's dad that Brandon is
too polite, he helped an opposing player pick-up his stick after colliding
into him. initially I wasn't sure if I should pat him on the back or give
him crap, I just smiled, he did the right thing. This is just a sample of
simple things that consistently happen day in & day out with Brandon, it are
these simple life things that make the difference for all of us.
Brandon lives, sleeps, and dreams hockey; if he has free time he is
practicing his shot at home or, weather permitting, at the outdoor rink.
"Thank you coach", a handshake, positive words to a teammate, never giving
up, always trying his best. Brandon brings it on & off the ice with
electrified excitement and a thoughtful perspective. His teammates follow
his positive example which has helped make my team a dream team, win or
lose. although we like to win.
On behalf of the Kanata Cyborgs, please accept my nomination of Brandon
Swain for the Sportsmanship Award.
Regards, Cameron Creech
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Peewee
Frank Sabatino Tournament Chair Sportsmanship Award Winner - Peewee
Division
2010 FSMT Tournament Chair - Shona Compton (pictured)
Peewee Award Recipient
- Austin Gerow #13, St. Hilda's
Eagles (Oakville
Written submission by Head Coach - Nelson Pavao
We would like to nominate
Austin Gerow for the FSMT sportsmanship Award.
Austin has been playing
hockey since the age of 7, many of the coaches at the time quickly
recognized Austin abilities and his keen hockey
sense. Austin has enjoyed many successes over the years in HL and
has been rewarded by being apart of 2 HL championship teams. Austin
has been around the game almost since birth; he is a huge fan of the
Toronto Maple Leafs and can be spotted on many Friday nights at an
Oakville Blades games with his father Grant.
Austin loves playing HL
hockey, He is always one of the first to arrive and stays to watch
most of the other teams play their games. He has many friends
through out the league and many admirers of his abilities. Austin is
a great teammate works hard every shift and makes the players around
him better. He is presently tied in league scoring but never puts
his own success over his team winning the game.
In January of 2007 Austin
season came to and end early, Austin underwent a major surgery. A
piece of his hip bone was removed and graphed to correct a problem
in his mouth. He has endured a lot in his young life but never looks
back always forward. He still feels the effects of the surgery on
his hip but always plays through the discomfort and never makes
excuses for not playing his best.
Last season I met the
Gerow’s for the first time while Austin was playing Minor Pw. Our
team last season did a huge Breast Cancer fundraiser; we invited all
the team out to the event. Austin encourages all of his teammates to
attend the event. I know he is very proud to be a part of our team
this year and has been great kid on and off the ice. He is very
coach able and understands the little things he needs to do to make
him and his teammates better.
I invite your committee to
watch Austin this weekend and hopefully you will see the same great
things that we his coaches have the privilege of seeing every week.
Thank you for your time
and consideration.
Nelson Pavao
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