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Chilliwack Chiefs wrap up BCHL season with player awards

Staff and coaches of the Chiefs vote on all awards with the exception of “Fan Favourite” award
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Chilliwack Chiefs goaltender Vladimir Nikitin won the Kel Mor Fan Favourite Award in his first season with the team. Nikitin’s season was highlighted with a rare goalie goal during a game against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs (Greg Sakaki/News Bulletin)

Following what was a heartbreaking end to a successful season, the Chilliwack Chiefs took the time to recognize their award winners.

Every year, the coaches and staff submit their votes for various team awards with the following being named this year’s winners:

  • Sapphire Creative Rookie of the Year - Caleb Elfering
  • Joey Potskin Top Scorer Award - Mateo Mrsic
  • Crunch of the Year - Jack Sparkes
  • Ross Beebe Scholastic Player of the Year - Hudson Wiles
  • John Tunnicliffe Most Improved Player Award - Brendan Ruskowski
  • Unsung Hero Harmony Cup Award by Prime Signs - Matt Argentina
  • **Fan Voted** Kel Mor Fan Favourite Award - Vladimir Nikitin
  • Don Nichols Senior Most Community Minded Award by Younies - Nico Grabas and Harrison Boldt
  • Bess and Cliff Brew Most Dedicated Player Award - Nathan Morin
  • Orland Kurtenbach Top Defenseman Award - Brian Morse
  • MVP Award - Brady Milburn and Mateo Mrsic
  • Makita 3 Stars - 1st. Brady Milburn, 2nd. Mateo Mrsic, 3rd. Austin McNicholas

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