Pats Announce Individual Award Winners
March 20, 2015 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Regina Pats News Release
Regina, Saskatchewan - Tonight, the Regina Pats honoured their own. Prior to the opening face-off against the Prince Albert Raiders the hockey team handed out the yearly individual awards. The Pats presented ten awards recognizing the individual accomplishments of players.
Player of the Year - Colby Williams
Defenceman Colby Williams set new career highs in every major statistical category. He was a leader in shutting down the league's top offensive units. After losing line mate Kyle Burroughs in a trade, Williams continued to be a leader for the team on and off the ice.
2013-14 Award Winner: Dyson Stevenson
Charles Johnston Memorial Top Defenceman - Colby Williams
Considering the season Colby Williams had, it's no shock for him to be named the teams' top defenceman. Williams sits third in the WHL with a +44 plus/minus rating.
2013-14 Award Winner: Kyle Burroughs
Rick Rypien Memorial Award (Unsung Hero) - Patrick D'Amico
This award recognizes the individual who consistently performs at a high level, no matter what. For Patrick, his hard work translated into a career year offensively. It his work ethic that earned him a spot on the team as an 18 year old.
2013-14 Award Winner: Boston Leier
Nick Papas Rookie of the Year - Sam Steel
It's very rare for a 16-year old rookie to start his career making an impact in all areas of the game. That is exactly what Sam Steel did. The 2013 second overall WHL bantam pick finished the year with 54 points (17G, 37A) in 61 games.
2013-14 Award Winner: Dmitry Sinitsyn
Hub Bishop Most Sportsmanlike - Adam Brooks
A contender for the Pats' scoring lead, Adam Brooks has also been one of the most disciplined players wearing Blue and White this season. The third year forward has just 16 penalty minutes and has become one of the Pats' top two-way forwards.
2013-14 Award Winner: Morgan Klimchuk
Mike Kartusch Community Service Award - Braden Christoffer
Your captain should lead by example in whatever they are doing. That is exactly why Braden Christoffer won this award. He relishes the opportunity to be an ambassador for the team having worked with several groups and organizations.
2013-14 Award Winner: Dyson Stevenson
Bill Hicke Most Popular Player - Daniel Wapple
Since arriving in Regina, Daniel Wapple has been a favourite for Pats fans. It's a role the Saskatoon native is very comfortable in.
2013-14 Award Winner: Dyson Stevenson
Scholastic Player of the Year - Luc Smith
It's difficult to find the proper balance between school and hockey, especially as a 16 year old playing your rookie season in the WHL. Luc Smith not only found the balance, but excelled academically, earning an 87 average at Michael A. Riffel High School.
2013-14 Award Winner: Griffin Mumby
Torchey Schell Top Scorer Award - To Be Decided
The Pats' scoring race is too close to call. Adam Brooks is the leading contender with 61 points (29G, 32A) on the season. A close second are Braden Christoffer and Taylor Cooper who are both three points back with 58 points.
2013-14 Award Winner: Chandler Stephenson
Molson Cup Award - Daniel Wapple
Goaltenders hold down the most pressure packed position on the ice and can often be the difference between a win and a loss. Daniel Wapple is looking for his 30th win of the year. The Pats' starter earned four first star, four second star and two third star nominations this season.
2013-14 Award Winner: Boston Leier
Named for the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, the Western Hockey League's Regina Pats are the oldest major junior hockey franchise in the world operating from its original location. Since their founding in 1917, the Pats have won three Memorial Cup championships and compete in the WHL's Eastern Division. To learn more about the Pats, call 306-337-1535 or visit www.reginapats.com .
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