Female Chiefs hand out year-end awards

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Published on Friday, May 15, 2015

Submitted photo (Top row- L to R) Jalyn Elmes, Sam Geekie, Hannah Fouillard and Tashel Scantlebury

(Bottom row-L to R) Miranda Cook, Kirsten Brown and Hannah Street

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The Yellowhead Chiefs female midget team recently handed out its year-end awards.

Sam Geekie received the top scorer award, accumulating 37 points in 62 regular season, playoff, exhibition and tournament games.

Rookie of the Year was given to goaltender Miranda Cook, who played 12 regular season games. She also played 10 of 12 playoff games, winning seven and posting a goals against average of 1.67.

The Players Choice award was given to Tashel Scantlebury for her leadership both on and off the ice.

The Top Playoff Performer was Hannah Fouillard, who was singled out due to her contributions and performance throughout the playoffs.

Hannah Street took home the Most Improved Player award. Street shifted from defence to forward this season and was able to contribute throughout the transition, scoring eight goals and adding 18 assists.

The Unsung Hero was given to the player who best displayed dedication, sportsmanship, enthusiasm and a genuine love for the game. The 2014-2015 recipient was Hannah Fouillard.

Kirsten Brown received the Scholastic Player of the Year (Graduating Player).  She compiled a 91.2 per cent average.

As for the Most Valuable Player Award, it was given to Jalyn Elmes. Elmes led the team in scoring in league games with 20 points. She was also a selection to Team Manitoba at the 2015 Canada Games, an MFMHL player of the week selection and a second team league all-star.

Graduating players for the 2014-2015 Yellowhead Chiefs Female Midget Hockey Team. (L to R) Tashel Scantlebury, Jalin Adams, Hannah Street and Kirsten Brown