The first round of the Bantam Elite playoffs has concluded and eight teams remain on the road to the Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships. Here is a look at the round two playoff matchups:
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AFHL announces 2019-20 award and scholarship winners
RED DEER – The Alberta Female Hockey League is pleased to announce the 2019-20 league award and scholarship winners.
Four awards are handed out in each league: Most Valuable Player, Top Goaltender, Top Rookie, and Coach of the Year. One award is also given for the AFHL Administrator of the Year.
Bantam Elite
Most Valuable Player: Chloe Goofers, North Central Impact
Top Goaltender: Jorja Fisher, Calgary Fire Red
Top Rookie: Chloe Goofers, North Central Impact
Coach of the Year: Annette Jensen, Sherwood Park Royals
Midget Elite
Most Valuable Player: Kendal Pierson, Southern Express
Top Goaltender: Cienna Kinghorn, Calgary Fire White
Top Rookie: Kendal Pierson, Southern Express
Coach of the Year: James King, Southern Express
Midget AAA
Most Valuable Player: Kaia Borbandy, Rocky Mountain Raiders
Top Goaltender: Elise Hugens, Edmonton Pandas
Top Rookie: Cassidy Rhodes, St. Albert Slash
Coach of the Year: Dustin Borbandy, Rocky Mountain Raiders
Administrator of the Year
AFHL Administrator of the Year: Dan Basterash, Edmonton Female Athletic Club
AFHL Scholarship Winners
Midget Elite: Alex Walsh, Sherwood Park Fury
Alex was born in Fort Saskatchewan, and has grown into a graduating player from the SPKAC Midget Elite Fury. After playing with the Fury for the past three seasons, her plan is to play hockey at the post secondary level. Alex has been offered two scholarships but is still yet to commit. She credits her coaches, among others, who have supported her throughout her hockey journey.
Midget AAA: Alesha Santos, Rocky Mountain Raiders
Alesha Santos is a graduating defenseman from the Midget AAA Rocky Mountain Raiders, and currently lives in Calgary. Other than playing Ice Hockey, Alesha also plays Field Hockey for her High School team. Some of her most notable achievements include being a two time Ice Hockey Provincial Champion (2016-2017 Bantam Elite Fire White, 2017-2018 Midget Elite Fire White), receiving two MVP Awards for Field Hockey (2018 season, 2019 season), and being a consistent Honour Roll student. Playing hockey has also given her many volunteer opportunities which included volunteering at Tudor Manor Seniors Home, and mentoring young female hockey players. When she’s not playing sports, Alesha enjoys spending time with her family and friends. In the Fall, Alesha will be playing for the Red Deer College Queens Hockey team while pursuing a Nursing Degree.
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AFHL recognizes and congratulates graduating players
RED DEER - The AFHL would like to recognize and congratulate the graduating Midget players from the 2019-20 season.
Airdrie Lightning Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Kayla Bell | Defence |
| Jolin Bischke | Defence |
| Jennifer Johnson | Defence |
| Rachel Selent | Forward |
Calgary Fire Midget AAA
| Name | Position |
| McKenna Bolger | Defence |
| Rebecca Boswell | Goalie |
| Grace Crooks | Forward |
| Sierra LaPlante | Defence |
| Emma Neff | Defence |
| Madeleine Noonan | Forward |
| Dylan Noorie | Forward |
| Emily Straw | Forward |
Calgary Fire Red Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Katie Maloney | Defence |
| Skye Mathew | Forward |
| Caitlin Watson | Forward |
| Teah Workman | Defence |
Calgary Fire White Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Meghan Dean | Forward |
| Alessandra Imperato | Defence |
| Cameron Krupa | Forward |
| Marlee Oczkowski | Forward |
| Rachelle Plum | Forward |
| Mila Preville | Forward |
| Madison Shenfield | Goalie |
Edmonton Pandas Midget AAA
| Name | Position |
| Payton Basterash | Forward |
| Alexandra Black | Defence |
| Natalie Buttle | Forward |
| Elise Hugens | Goalie |
| Megan Long | Defence |
| Chloe Reid | Forward |
Edmonton Pandas Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Jordanna Hayne | Defence |
| Victoria Lindsay | Defence |
| Alexandra Wilson | Forward |
Lloydminster Steelers Midget AAA
| Name | Position |
| Hayleigh Craig | Forward |
| Molly Mitchell | Goalie |
| Jadynn Morden | Defence |
| Bryn Pollard | Forward |
| Jade Sandberg | Forward |
| Jacelyn Scott | Defence |
| Alexandria Spence | Defence |
| Ryann Welch | Forward |
Lloydminster Midget Elite Steelers
| Name | Position |
| Shelby Lane | Forward |
| Ali Macaulay | Defence |
| Jerika Pashniak | Forward |
| Elyssa Selte | Defence |
North Central Impact Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Havana Batke | Goalie |
| Reegan Broadbent | Forward |
| Hailey Cruickshank | Defence |
| Tessa Knisely | Forward |
| Brooke Warner | Defence |
Red Deer Sutter Fund Chiefs Midget AAA
| Name | Position |
| Monica Bowtell | Forward |
| Elizabeth Campbell | Goalie |
| Aryn Chambers | Defence |
| Robyn Grant | Forward |
| Kyla Hansel | Defence |
| Stephanie Keeper | Forward |
| Julie Wagner | Defence |
| Taylor Wilkinson | Forward |
Red Deer Sutter Fund Chiefs Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Haylee Coutts | Forward |
| Paige Dodd | Forward |
| Elizabeth Fonda | Forward |
| Sarah Gette | Defence |
| Sydney Jack | Forward |
| Elizabeth Thomas | Forward |
| Robyn Wlad | Forward |
Rocky Mountain Raiders Midget AAA
| Name | Position |
| Sydney Benko | Forward |
| Kaia Borbandy | Forward |
| Alesha Santos | Defence |
| Sydney Trotter | Defence |
Rocky Mountain Raiders Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Taryn Borbely | Defence |
| Kaia Gron | Defence |
| Shaye Parkinson | Forward |
Sherwood Park Fury
| Name | Position |
| Julie Jeske | Forward |
| Tayler Premak | Forward |
| Alex Walsh | Forward |
Southern Express Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Brookelyn King | Defence |
| Kennedy King | Forward |
| Madison King | Forward |
St. Albert Slash Midget AAA
| Name | Position |
| Jaden Bogden | Forward |
| Holly Borrett | Goalie |
| Kelsey Hall | Forward |
| Allison Reich | Forward |
| Brooklyn Schroeder | Forward |
St. Albert Sharks Midget Elite
| Name | Position |
| Elle Harapchuk | Forward |
| Jorja Werenka | Defence |
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COVID-19 Update - Hockey Canada Statement
The following is a statement on behalf of Hockey Canada from Tom Renney, chief executive officer, and Scott Smith, president and chief operating officer, on the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
“Without question, this an unprecedented period of difficulty for the sports world. The health and safety of all participants in sport, including players, coaches, staff, officials, fans, family, volunteers and the general public, is of the utmost importance to Hockey Canada.
After much consultation with the Hockey Canada membership, our chief medical officer and public health officials, the Hockey Canada Board of Directors has made the decision to cancel all Hockey Canada-sanctioned activities*, including our national championships, until further notice, effective Friday, March 13, 2020.
We recognize the tremendous effort that has been put forth all year by individuals across the country as they participate in Canada’s game. Although it is difficult to process the hockey season ending abruptly, we feel this is the best course of action in order to do our part in keeping our country safe.”
*Hockey Canada-sanctioned activities include all Hockey Alberta-sanctioned activities. This means that all Hockey Alberta league games, playoffs, practices, camps and Provincial, Regional and National Championships are cancelled at the Minor, Female, Junior, Senior and Sledge levels.
