Cornershot Annual Official Newsletter of BC www.fieldhockeybc.com

Celebrating Another Fantastic Year of Field Hockey!

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, No. 1 November, 2017 Cornershot Annual Table of Contents Article Page (s)

President’s “Reflections on the Past Year” 1, 2 Field Hockey is a Life Long Game! 2 Congratulations to Brenda Rushton and Hannah Haughn! 3 Welcome to Kurt Du Bois! 3 Congratulations to Lelia Sacre and Tyler Klenk! 4 In Memoriam 5 Annual Awards and Recognition Dinner 6-13 Thanks to our Umpires, Coaches and Managers! 14-15 University Championships 16-17 High School Championships 18 Athlete Program Review 19-22 Club Championships Review 23-25 FHBC “Respect Program” 26, 27 Vancouver Invitational Tournament 28 Island Update 29, 30 FHBC Foundation 31-34 National Teams Update 35, 36 National Teams Retirees 37

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Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, No. 1 November, 2017 Cornershot Annual FromTable the President’s of Contents Desk

Reflections on the Past Year

Welcome to the Annual Edition of the Field Hockey BC ‘Cornershot’ Newsletter. I hope you will find this edition informative and above all enjoy looking back at the past year. On behalf of the Board of Directors I would like to thank all the members of Field Hockey BC for another great year. This past year has been one of continued

growth and stabilization for the Society and has included many memorable moments for our sport across . Sue Demuynck President, Field Hockey BC would like to acknowledge the continued support Field Hockey BC from the Provincial Government, Sport BC, Canadian Sport Institute, Coaching Association of BC, Sport and Gaming Branches of BC and Via Sport. Thanks are due as well to our proud independent partners, Kukri Sports and The Hockey Shack. In a continuing effort to provide a foundation of fiscal sustainability, Field Hockey BC has continued to be successful in securing additional funding from our supporting partners in order to improve service provision and programming to our community membership.

Field Hockey BC continues to evolve in order to remain one of the highest ranked Provincial Sport Organizations in BC. All funding received by the Society is reviewed by means of an accountability process and it is from these review meetings and the reports that follow that allow Field Hockey BC to assess its position in the Organized Sport Sector.

The Society’s organizational and strategic priorities are focused on seven main areas of development:

1. Coaching and Coach Education 2. Officiating and Official Development 3. Community Club Support and Self-Sustainability 4. Targeted Support for Grass Roots Development 5. Event Hosting and Domestic Competition Review 6. Direct Athlete Programming 7. Own the Podium

Field Hockey BC looks forward to working with our community partners in the year ahead and in doing so continue to build on the dialogue to date towards the creation of an aligned strategic direction.

I extend my gratitude to all the FHBC Board Directors, Athletes, Coaches, Umpires, Technical Officials, Committee Members and Parent Volunteers, past and present, who give of their time and expertise, whenever called upon. (continued next page)

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 1 Cornershot Annual From the TablePresident’s of Contents Desk (continued) The members of the FHBC Staff have been amazing, and they continue to perform their respective jobs at a very high level. Thank you for always looking to what will “work the best” for all involved, especially for the athletes, even it means extra time and effort! Thanks Mark, Sue, Susan, Krista, Melody, Jenn, Katie and Kurt.

I look forward to the coming year as FHBC continues to provide the best possible field hockey environment and programming for all its members in the province.

Respectfully submitted, Sue Demuynck, President, Field Hockey BC. Field Hockey is a Life Long Game!

This is one of the reasons why social tournaments are important to our sport. These two ladies have been around forever with over 124 years’ worth of experience that they bring back to the sport. Pat Hall played school hockey back in the 60s and participated in rep teams in BC. She played many years with the Oak Bay field hockey club and still is very much involved by coaching their current ladies teams. Pat also volunteers to organize the Masters tournament each year. Although she no longer plays, her presence is always notable….just ask her team!

Sue Whitney started playing hockey when she was 10 years old back in the 50s. She played for Alberta in national tournaments and was selected and played for Canada as well! She was instrumental in starting Sue Whitney (left), Pat Hall the junior program in Cowichan and still coaches at the high school level. Although she no longer plays weekly league hockey, tournaments like the Westerly and the Masters offer her a chance to hit the ball around and, more importantly, socialize with others involved in the sport. Ladies like these two bring so much to field hockey. They’ve seen concepts come and go and can offer their insight through a wealth of experience to help guide development of the sport for the better. (courtesy Cowichan Facebook page)

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Congratulations to Brenda Rushton, the recipient of the 2017 Sport BC President's Award for field hockey.

Field Hockey BC is proud to recognize Brenda for her ongoing voluntary commitment. Brenda has given her time to our organization and the field hockey community for many years, as a technical table volunteer for community, provincial, national and international events. Brenda has also been a long-serving member of the Field Hockey Board of Directors as the Domestic Director. Brenda is also a past recipient of Field Hockey BC's Barbara Schrodt (l-r) - Minister Peter Fassbender, Award, given to those who have made a difference to field Brenda Rushton, Field Hockey BC hockey in BC. President, Sue Demuynck.

Congratulations to Hannah Haughn on being named Sport BC's University Athlete of the Year!

Hannah is finishing her fifth and final year with the University of British Columbia women's field hockey team, where she won five consecutive National Championships.

Hannah is also a stalwart on the Canadian Women's National team, having joined the team at the age of 17 and is now one of the leaders on and off the field. Beyond her impressive play, Hannah is also a coach and mentor and a huge asset to the field hockey community. Staff Update - Welcome to Kurt Du Bois

We are pleased to announce the hiring of Kurt Du Bois in the position of Events & Officials Coordinator. Kurt is a graduate of the Sports Business Management program at Algonquin College in Ottawa. He comes to FHBC from the National Sport Organization (NSO) environment where he held the position of National Program and Events Management Assistant for Diving Plongeon Canada.

Kurt has always had a passion for sports, playing rugby and soccer competitively throughout University. He is looking forward to involvement with the field hockey community and becoming familiar with a new province.

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 3 Cornershot Annual Congratulations to Tyler Klenk and Lelia Sacre!

As the 2017 Pan American Cup comes to a close, and Canada’s Men head home with a silver medal and Canada’s Women walk away with a solid 4th place finish, the focus shifts to who made this competition possible, in a new era of hockey.

From the game evolving to self-start passes, 3D skills, video referrals and new long corners, so has the progression of officiating. Now more than ever are the demands for quality, intuitive and fit umpires a necessity of one of the world’s most popular team sports. Emerging Lelia Sacre (left) and Tyler Klenk from Canada are the talents of Saskatchewan’s Tyler Klenk and British Columbia’s Lelia Sacre, both of whom were appointed to the 2017 Pan American Cups in Lancaster, USA. Both Klenk and Sacre are former high-level players, representing Canada at the Junior level, offering a unique perspective to their umpiring. Klenk and Sacre aspire to have their names ring amongst the prestigious list of Canadian international umpires including the likes of Sumesh Putra, Chris Wilson, Alan Waterman, Wendy Stewart, Janice McClintock and Margaret Lanning.

For Sacre, it was inevitable that hockey would be part of her life as her father, John, was a former national team player and coach, while her mother, Cindy, was a former collegiate player and coach, and now, umpire. “Lelia exudes personality and management skills on the pitch and has a talent for turning coaching tips into quick improvements,” said Canadian Alan Waterman, who has umpired internationally for 17 years, including spending eight years on the FIH World Panel. “She is exactly the mouldable, young umpire the FIH is looking to develop.”

Klenk had high aspirations as a player but as his junior national team career came to an end, he decided to pursue umpiring and went on to achieve his international badge at the 2016 Junior Pan American Championships. “In a word, unflappable,” added Waterman on Klenk. “Tyler has the amazing ability to make each new challenge look like he’s done it a hundred times before. He’s a player’s umpire and it shows with the respect his is given in return, on and off the pitch.”

Klenk relocated from Victoria, where he attended and competed for the , to Vancouver to be closer to top level hockey in Canada.

Just as players make sacrifices to compete for their country, so do these young officials if they wish to achieve the ultimate goal of umpiring at an Olympic Games. Sacre chose to move to England where she has the regular opportunity to umpire in the English Premier League. “In England I work with some of the best umpires and umpire managers but to also umpire some of the best players in the world,” said Sacre. “I have also had to make financial sacrifices.”

Everyone starts somewhere but it doesn’t happen without the path set by those before you and the support of those around you. (courtesy Ali Baggot, panamhockey.org)

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 4 Cornershot Annual In Memoriam

Carmen Kirkness-Asche

We are sad to announce the passing of Carmen Kirkness- Asche. Originally from Chilliwack, Carmen was a talented field hockey player who played for Sardis Secondary School, the University of Victoria and the Canadian National Women’s Field Hockey team.

More importantly, Carmen was an awesome person – thoughtful, kind, trustworthy, genuine and warm-hearted! She worked hard in the classrooms at UVic, and, eventually, went on to earn her PhD. She was an Associate professor at the University of Illinois – College of Medicine. She married Carl Asche and raised two beautiful children – Charles and Catherine. Her Mom said that she was a wonderful Mom, which doesn’t surprise me in the least

From University of Victoria Head Coach, Lynne Beecroft:

“Carmen joined the Vike(tt)es field hockey family in 1986 and played until 1990. She was a huge contributor to the teams that captured the 1987 and 1989 CIAU (intercollegiate) championships.”

By Ali Lee, University of Victoria. Shamser Singh (Shami) Chohan We are sad to announce the passing of Shami Chohan on Friday, April 28th. Shami was an influential member of the field hockey community. He was a Player, Coach and Umpire for the BC Field Hockey Association, and played a significant role in the India Field Hockey Club.

From India Field Hockey Club:

“India Club is forever indebted to Shami Uncle for his support to the club without asking for anything in return. He was a man who did not hesitate to do whatever was needed for the teams and the club. Shami Uncle was a pioneer and ambassador for the sport of field hockey, as a player, as a coach, as an umpire, as Club President and as a mentor. He will forever be in our hearts and his lessons will forever be with us.” BC Women’s Masters Tournament

Four teams, Devils/Demons, Cowichan Cougars, Vancouver Jokers and The Way We Were played this year’s tournament in Victoria, July 8th and 9th. The Way We Were defeated Cougars 5-0 in the final. As usual, a good time was had by all!

By Pat Hall.

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 5 Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition and Annual Awards Dinner 2016 Welcome

Ceremonies:

Sue Demuynck FHBC Board of Directors Mark Saunders FHBC Executive Director

Senior Male Player Umpire of the Year of the Year Tyler Klenk Iain Smythe Senior Female Player of the Year Volunteer Recognition Sara McManus Awards Field Hockey BC Senior U23 Male Player Rowan Childs Governance Support Senior U23 Female Player for Athlete Programs Volunteer Recognition Thora Rae Gillian Horgan and Annual Awards Junior U18 Male Player Arjun Hothi Philanthropic Support: Dinner 2016 Junior U18 Female Player Denise McGeachy Anna Mollenhauer Event Hosting Support Presented by Junior U15 Male Player Michelle Savich Field Hockey BC Roopkanwar Dhillon Justin Van Der Putten Junior U15 Female Player Joel King Aerin Park Event Management Friday, Barbara Schrodt Award Sue Jameson November 25, 2016 Ronnie Lee Contribution to Men’s Field Club Support: Stan Bennett The Heritage Hall Hockey John McBryde Heather Goodman Vancouver Coach of the Year Udam Hundal British Columbia Paul ‘Bubli’ Chohan Chris Baggott Looking Back at Last Year’s Awards Dinner

Now in its tenth year, the Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition and Annual Awards Dinner is a celebration designed to recognize both individual performance and the essential role of the volunteer in supporting our community and in assisting the growth of our sport. The 2016 dinner was held at the Heritage Hall in Vancouver on November 25th and was attended by more than sixty guests from across the Province.

Field Hockey BC is proud to be able to recognize the contribution and performance of thirty award winners this year. We hope you enjoy the following compilation of photographs and summaries from a truly inspirational evening.

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 6 Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition and Annual Awards Dinner 2016 Male Player of the Year

The Senior Male Player of the Year award was presented to Iain Smythe. Iain received this award as recognition of his on going commitment and achievement with the Canadian National Team. We are extremely proud that we can add ‘Olympian’ to Iain’s achievements, a crowning glory in his field hockey journey to date, a journey with the National Team which began in 2009. He has also represented Canada at many, other international events.

Female Player of the Year

The Senior Female Player of the Year award was presented to Sara McManus. Sara received this award as recognition of her commitment and achievement with the Canadian National Team. Sara’s career highlights include a silver medal at the 2012 Junior Pan American Championships, participation in the 2013 Junior World Cup, senior representation at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in 2014, and a bronze medal finish at the in 2015 on home soil.

Senior Under 23 Male Player of the Year

The Senior Under 23 Male Player of the Year award is presented to Rowan Childs for 2016. Indy Sehmbi, Canada’s Junior National Coach writes, “Rowan has been an outstanding addition to the Canadian Men's junior squad. Rowan joined us after a successful India Club tournament with the BC Train to Compete team. He has shown tremendous commitment to his physical and technical improvement, especially over the past 5 months. His teammates describe him as a pivotal part of our team and an up and coming leader within our team``.

Senior Under 23 Female Player of the Year

The Senior Under 23 Female Player of the Year award is presented to Thora Rae for 2016. Thora has been part of our regional and provincial program in recent years, having been selected into our Team BC Provincial Blue teams at both the Train to Train and Train to Compete level. Resuming training with us for the 2015/16 season, Thora was set to become one of our leading lights again at the 2016 Nationals, however early in the year she was selected into the Women’s National Team program and so progressed out of our programming into Field Hockey Canada’s centralized training environment.

Thora’s outstanding progression into the Women’s National Team more than warrants recognition in this new Awards Category. Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 7 Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition and Annual Awards Dinner 2016 (continued) Junior Under 18 Male Player of the Year Sponsored by Kukri Sports Canada

The Junior Under 15 Male Player of the Year award was presented to Arjun Hothi. Arjun’s Team BC Coach writes, “This year Arjun was our unsung hero. He showed great maturity under pressure and the ability to play as part of the team, by stepping up and taking charge, and by leading by example both on and off the pitch. He showed his professionalism by working on his craft at each and every practice``. Junior Under 18 Female Player of the Year Sponsored by Kukri Sports Canada

The Junior Under 18 Female Player of the Year award was presented to Anna Mollenhaur. Anna’s Team BC Coach writes, “In a team game, on a team of our top athletes, it is hard to find one athlete that stands out. This year Anna was an athlete that took things to the next level. Her commitment to the team and her hard work shone through both on and off the pitch. At nationals this year it was Anna’s fitness, her ability to stay calm under pressure, and her competitive drive that helped lead the team”. Junior Under 15 Male Player of the Year Sponsored by Kukri Sports Canada

The Junior Under 15 Male Player of the Year award was presented to Roopkanwar Dhillon for 2016. Roop was selected to the top Under 15 BC Team competing at this year’s Under 16 National Championship in Brampton Ontario, with the team bringing back the gold medal. His Team BC coach writes, “Roop was the captain of BC Blue, and was instrumental in leading the team both on and off the field. His leadership skills grew from strength to strength throughout the National Championship, culminating in a goal in the final”. Junior Under 15 Female Player of the Year Sponsored by Kukri Sports Canada

The Junior Under 15 Female Player of the Year award was presented to Eric Broom, on behalf of Aerin Park for 2016. Aerin has shown outstanding progress in all aspects of her development during the past 2 seasons in the Field Hockey BC program. Quiet and unassuming, Aerin works hard in all sessions; she is brave, technically very strong, a brilliant shot stopper and always keen to learn and improve. Last year Aerin’s work saw her selected into the Train to Train Team BC Provincial Blue team, where she played an outstanding tournament, helping BC Blue reach the final. Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 8 Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition and Annual Awards Dinner 2016 (continued) Barbara Schrodt Award - Ronnie Lee The Barbara Schrodt Award was presented to Ian Baggott, on behalf of Ronnie Lee. It is an award presented to “someone who has made a difference to women’s field hockey in BC”.

The Sailors Field Hockey Club is the oldest women's league club on Vancouver Island - over 50 years and counting. Now grown to include a women's team in each of the three divisions, as well as two men's league teams, the Sailors Club has been fortunate to have Ronnie Lee as both a player and its club president for an impressive 31 years. Outside of her regular duties as Sailors club president, Ronnie has spent time on the VILFHA executive, originally as Director of Membership and now as Director of Operations.

Contribution to Men’s Field Hockey - John McBryde The Contribution to Men’s Field Hockey Award was presented to John McBryde.

John has an incredible history in Field Hockey both as a representative athlete with both Hockey Australia and Field Hockey Canada, and as a builder and supporter with the FIH, the Pan- American Federation and closer to home with Field Hockey BC and with the Vancouver Hawks Club. Whilst recognising John’s multi- faceted career, it is his recent leadership in reigniting master’s hockey in Canada that brings Field Hockey BC to honour John. Coach of the Year - Paul `Bubli`Chohan

Three time Olympian, former Pan Am Games Flag Bearer and Field Hockey Canada Hall of Famer, Bubli Chohan has been coaching within our regional and provincial programs for more than 10 years. He receives this award in recognition of his outstanding success and leadership in coaching the Train to Compete BC Blue Team to Gold at the National Championships, beating the current national title holders and hosts Ontario on their home turf. He is no stranger to leading Team BC teams to success, but what makes this year’s success worthy of this award is the manner of BC’s win. Going to Ontario BC’s identified Junior Development Squad players, BC faced a full strength Ontario team which included five junior national team players. This did not disturb BC, who played an outstanding game to record the win, picking up the Gold Medal and regaining the accolade of being National Champions in the process.

Bubli, we thank you for your continued efforts and commitment to our BC athletes and congratulate you on this year’s success. Presenting this award is Field Hockey BC’s Coaching Director, Eric Broom.

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 9 Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition and Annual Awards Dinner 2016 (continued) Umpire of the Year - Tyler Klenk The Umpire of the Year Award was presented to Tyler Klenk.

Tyler is seemingly a young hockey umpire, yet he’s blown a whistle for almost ten years already. Starting at the age of 14, Tyler has worked hard to challenge himself and move up the hockey ranks, both as a player and an official. His work ethic paid off as a player, with selection to the University of Victoria Vikes in the Vancouver Men’s Premier Division and caps with the Junior National Team. He applied that same drive to his umpiring career with appointments to National Championships, Premier Men’s Division, BC Provincial Championships, CIS, Canada West, the 2015 Canada Cup, and the 2015 California Cup. He was named the 2015 Canada West Umpire of the Year. Tyler’s big debut onto the international stage came this past May, at age 23, with his appointment to the Junior Men’s Pan Am Championships in Toronto. He surpassed all expectations of a rookie international, with well-earned nods to both a semi-final and the bronze medal match. Tyler has since followed that up with a great performance during the Canada-USA Test Series. It’s obvious that both the FIH and PAHF have taken notice, as Tyler is now booked to umpire at the 2017 Men’s Pan Am Cup in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. And this just the beginning for Tyler.

Introduction - A volunteer is defined as “a person who freely offers to undertake a task”. Our field hockey community has a great many volunteers. We again recognise those who have played a role in assisting our sport at a provincial, regional, and local level. Field Hockey BC hopes that the following voluntary recognition awards go some way to expressing our gratitude for the difference you make to our sport.

In the category of Governance Support, Field Hockey BC would like to recognise: Gillian Horgan

It was our pleasure to recognise Gillian for her leadership role on behalf the field hockey community in British Columbia. Gillian stepped down from her role as Umpiring Director for the Field Hockey BC Board of Directors this past spring after four years in the role. During this time, Gillian has been a central figure in driving the strategic direction and supporting structure for officiating at Field Hockey BC and, in doing so, has contributed to the Society being regarded as one of the top Provincial Sport Organizations in British Columbia.

Gillian has volunteered her time to mentor young and experienced umpires alike at all manner of local, regional, and national tournaments, continues to work within junior and senior leagues, and is an invaluable resource as we look to continue to improve standards in officiating across BC.

It is with some sadness that we see Gillian step down from her governance role with Field Hockey BC, but we hope that this award goes some way to express our sincere gratitude for her leadership.

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In the category of Event Management, Field Hockey BC would like to recognise: Sue Jameson

Over the last 11 years, Sue Jameson has been technical advisor, judge, officer and director for a multitude of local, regional, provincial, national, and international events across BC and Canada. Technical officiating across the World is still very much a voluntary occupation and Field Hockey BC is extremely fortunate to have a number of dedicated and extremely knowledgeable technical officials, none more so than Sue Jameson. She is one of a team of individuals committed to giving of their time to create a first-class environment for athletes and their coaches to play and compete. It is fitting that Sue follows other technical officials that have been honored to receive voluntary contribution awards. In fact, every one of our annual athlete, coach and official award winners this evening will have been involved in at least one event officiated under Sue’s guidance.

Words cannot express the level of due diligence and professionalism Sue brings to her voluntary role in event management, and after so many years it would be fitting to allow Sue and her husband Morley some time together during event season, but truth be told, we hope Sue will continue to give back to the sport she loves for a little while longer!

Community Club and League Awards On behalf of Cowichan Field Hockey Club Stan Bennett and Heather Goodman

Stan Bennett has held the position of 2nd Vice President for Cowichan Field Hockey Club for a number of years now, he is one of our junior coaches, has been directly involved in Cowichan’s indoor program for many years, he plays point in the distribution of uniforms and equipment for the club and has spent many hours building equipment for the club, including the equipment locker used to this day. Alan Waterman accepting on behalf of Stan Bennett and We hope this award goes some way to thanking Stan for all that he has Heather Goodman done for our club. Heather Goodman has volunteered countless hours during the years her daughters have been involved with Cowichan Field Hockey Club. She is an organizer extraordinaire, helping co-ordinate field hockey events for our members of all ages. Heather was our Junior Coordinator for five years and is currently our club’s 2nd Vice President. We again hope that this award goes some way to show the Club’s appreciation.

Regrettably, Stan and Heather were not able to be with us this evening, so accepting these awards on their behalf were Field Hockey BC Board Members, Madge Johnson and Alan Waterman.

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Community Club and League Awards (continued) On behalf of West Coast Kings Field Hockey Club Udham Hundal

Udham Hundal has made a tremendous impact on sport and cultural activities for adults and children alike. He has been instrumental in building field hockey in his local community and in helping create the West Coast Kings Field Hockey Club. He has been organizing the International field hockey Tournament since 2008 and along with other society members has been organizing the Canada Cup international hockey tournament since 2011. The success of the Canada Cup is all because of his hard work and dedication along with other society members. Healthy competition for field hockey among the community youth has emerged and it has given a lot encouragement to youth in society. With his dedication he has enriched the lives of many generations especially youth by serving as a role model and mentor. Udham has achieved excellence in his field of work and made significant, observable changes to the Canadian sports community.

On behalf of the West Coast Kings Field Hockey Club, it is Field Hockey BC’s pleasure to present a community voluntary recognition award to Udham Hundal. On Behalf of West Vancouver Field Hockey Club Chris Baggott

Most clubs rely on a handful of families to keep the lights on. At West Vancouver Field Hockey Club it's the Baggott family. Unfortunately for Chris, he is the last in a long line of dedicated Field Hockey volunteers. He is still hoping for a younger brother to take over! It's looking like he might have to wait for the next generation. Chris took over the West Van Field Hockey Club’s Men's division in 2012 and has provided a quietly competent and very steady hand. Nobody really knows how much work Chris has put into the men's club.... but it is much more than anyone else. He has expanded and grown the men's side because of his diligence to signing up people and staying on top of league issues. Plus his umpiring has improved dramatically since he has been forced to ref so many games that no one else volunteers for. Huge thanks to Chris; the West Vancouver Field Hockey Club Men would not exist without him.

On behalf of the West Vancouver Field Hockey Club, it is Field Hockey BC’s pleasure to present a community voluntary recognition award to Chris Baggott.

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In the category of Event Hosting Support, Field Hockey BC would like to recognise: Michelle Savich

There has certainly been a resurgence in field hockey activity in the Fraser Valley, none more so than at the Chilliwack Pink Panthers Field Hockey Club, under the leadership of Michelle Savich. Chilliwack Pink Panther Teams now regularly compete in all manner of events, involving both senior and junior teams.

Over the past two seasons, the Chilliwack Pink Panthers have taken the major role in hosting the Underpoints 18 Girls Club Championships, and during this time club volunteers under the direction of Michelle have worked tirelessly to create a welcoming atmosphere for all teams and to ensure that the event runs smoothly, both on and off the field. It is our pleasure to recognise Michelle for her commitment and leadership, and we hope this award goes some way to thanking you for your significant voluntary efforts. Justin Van Der Putten and Joel King

Over the last eleven years, the Jokers Field Hockey Club have partnered with Field Hockey BC in the hosting of the Vancouver International Tournament, and most significantly have managed the single most important social aspect of the event, that being the Community Beer Garden. Some might say that the running of a beer garden has some obvious merit, but the organisation and time commitment required is very significant, and that is why we would like to take this opportunity to recognise and thank both Justin and Joel for all their time in ensuring this essential service is managed in a seamless fashion. Field Hockey BC thanks Kukri Sports Canada for its Continued Support of the Annual Junior Athlete of the Year Awards.

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 13 Cornershot Annual Thanks to our Umpires, Coaches and Managers!

A very big ‘Thank You’ to all our coaches, managers and umpires who collectively contributed to Field Hockey BC being recognised as the number one able bodied sport in the province! Your dedication to our programs and to our outstanding athletes is the most significant reason for our continued success.

Dr. Eric Broom Alan Waterman Coaching Director Umpiring Director

Provincial Coaches and Managers

BC TEAM 2017 AGE Head Coach Assistant Coach Managers

Girls T2T Rams U15 Jenn Beagan Kathleen Leahy Tanja Zurkovic Girls T2T Stags U15 Ali Lee Andy Rushton Heather Goodman Girls T2T Royal Lions U15 Chris Tyrell Alicia Pereira kathleen wong Girls T2T White Lions U15 Chris Bell Steph Norlander Jeannie Treagus Boys T2T Rams U15 Andrew Kanerva Sujay Mehta Jim Knight Boys T2T Lions U15 Ali Currimbhoy Adrien D'Andrade Kelvin Kum Girls T2C Rams U18 Julie King Dani Hennig Glenda schoenroth Girls T2C Stags U18 Krista Thompson Kolette Cristant Kolette Cristant Girls T2C Lions U18 Bubli Chohan Hannah Haughn Chris Hughes Boys T2C Rams U18 Geoff Matthews Alex Bale Ian Mackenzie Boys T2C Lions U18 Mathias Ahrens Steve Bissett Roger Goodwin Dave Jameson Women L2W Rams U23 Susan Ahrens Dana Alderson Men L2W Rams U23 Indy Sehmbi Preet Sidhu

Regional Coaches T2T Managers (Festival) (no particular order) Girls HC AC Girls T2T NW U15 Jenn Beagan Chris Tyrell Nicky Delmotte Liz Gandhi Girls T2T SE U15 Julie King Alicia Pereira Tania Zurkovic Jessica Anderegg Erika Royall Michelle Harrison Corrie Guraliuk Girls T2T ISL-VIC U15 Krista Thompson Ali Lee Barb Tully Jess Anderegg Andy Rushton Jim Yue Kate Perry Deanna Yue Girls T2T ISL-DUN U15 Krista Thompson Caitlin Evans Michelle Rogers

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Regional Coaches (continued) T2T Coaches (Festival) (In no particular order) Girls T2T INT U15 Ben Fecht Carly Taylor Steph Norlander Girls T2C NW U18 Bubli Chohan Dani Hennig Chris Bell Anna Kozniuk Kat Leahy Kat Leahy Cam Munsie Girls T2C SE U18 Julie King Daneet Sandhu John Smythe Girls T2C ISL-VIC U18 Krista Thompson Ali Lee Matt Sarmento Andy Rushton Dani LaCroix Girls T2C ISL-DUN U18 Perri Espeseth Alyssa Davidson Girls T2C INT U18 Ben Fecht Carly Taylor Boys’ Managers (Tnmts) Boys T2T LM U15 Andrew Kanerva Sujay Mehta Jesse Dhadda (T2T) Boys T2T/T2C ISL U15/18 Krista Thompson Mark Erickson Jasbir Tatla (T2C) Boys T2C LM U18 Alex Bale Dave Jameson Jim Knight (T2C) Steve Bisset L2T Festival Managers Boys/Girls NW L2T Breanne Smart Monica Gregory Barb Hodges Boys/Girls SE L2T Alicia Pereira Monika Baines Greg Day Taylor Gaines Heather MacNeill Boys/Girls ISL L2T Krista Thompson Lindsay Cole Denise McDonald Alyssa Davidson Amy Fielden Amanda Burns Kim Green Kyla Kirby Jennifer Palmer Sara Goodman Liz Thurbide

Sade Alexis Club, Regional and Provincial Umpires David Auld Davinder Sahota Ashton Aumen Sepand Dynaktkar Pat Macleod Peter Sauve Tanisha Basra Ben Fecht Alanna Martin Kate Schmidt Claire Bidluka Kelsey Goodman Denise McGeachy Amrit Sidhu Margaux Brand Sara Goodman Meghan Mclennan Bishan Singh Julie Brereton Corrie Guraliuk Jonay Middlelburg Shelby Slay Calder Bryson Kayla Guraliuk Deb Moynahan Nora Struchtrup Alisa Carey Charlotte Hadwen Tienna Northgraves Jasbir Tatla Jennifer Chohan Harpreet Jhamat Patrick Oswald Gary Tietzman Lindsay Cole Madge Johnson Kevin Pereira Riley Tringham Erin de Sousa Linda Jones Alicia Pereira Alix Vandermeirsch Bobby Dhaliwal Eric Kjekstad Priya Puri Cedric Vaz Jagir Dhanowa Tyler Klenk Megan Robertson Heather Wheatley Amar Dhesi Brianna Lyseng Samantha Ross Allegra Whistler Aiden Doyle Kieran Ma John Ruddick Julie Williams Pat Dunn Alanna Macdonald Cindy Sacre Chris Wilson

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 15 Cornershot Annual 2016 CanadaJunior NationalWest Championship Team UBC Claims Canada West Title

For the 5th straight year, both BC University teams have booked their tickets to the CIS-FHC Women's Field Hockey National Championship. The Canada West Champions, the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds, and the Canada West silver medallists, the University of Victoria Vikes, qualified for the national championships. The Thunderbirds will be looking to win their 6th straight National Title, while the Vikes will be looking to improve on their Silver Medal finish from last year's Championship Canada West Award Winners (BC) (photos credit Armando Tura and Wilson Wong)

Player of the Year Coach of the Year Gail Wilson Award Rookie of the Year Rachel Donohoe Lynn Beecroft Annie Walters-Shumka Emily Wong

Canada West All Stars (BC)

Rosie Beale, Jessica Britton, Rachel Donohoe, Hannah Haughn, Sarah Keglowitsch, Kathleen Leahy, Steph Norlander, Kristina Walters-Shumka, Sabrina Wong and Lizzie Yates.

Action from the Season between UBC and UVic (Photo credit UVic Vikes/APShutter.com)

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 16 Cornershot Annual 2016 C.I.S. Championship UBC Wins 18th McCrae Cup

The UBC Thunderbirds (photo below) claimed their sixth consecutive McCrae Cup with a come from behind 2-1 victory (2-0 shootout) over the Victoria Vikes at the 2016 CIS field hockey championship. It was the second consecutive season that the Thunderbirds needed a shootout to defeat the Vikes for the title. UBC adds to their national record, claiming their 18th title in program history, and becomes the only team to have won six consecutive national banners dating back to 1975.

UBC’s Gabby Jayme tied the game in the 61st minute after UVic’s Amanda Kurianowicz had opened the scoring 12 minutes earlier. Rachel Donohoe and Sarah Keglowitsch scored in the penalty shootout for the victory. Championship All Stars (BC school or born):

Hannah Haughn (MVP), Rachel Donohoe (Co Player of the Year), Lindsay Cole Annie Walters-Shumka Kristina Walters-Shumka.

Championship MVP

Hannah Haughn

(Top row, l-r) - Paul Mounter (Video Analyst), Jill Sehmbi (Asst. Coach), Niki Best, Gabriella Switzer, Gabby Jayme, Emily Martin, Cailean Meredith, Sara Lowes, Robin D’Abreo, Nathan Wong (trainer).

(Middle row, l-r) - Emily Prystupa, Rowan Harris, Meghan Hayden, Margaret Pham, Hannah Eborall, Sarah Richter (trainer).

(Bottom row, l-r) - Steph Norlander, Hannah Haughn, Rachel Donohoe, Sarah Keglowitsch, Sophie Jones.

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 17 Cornershot Annual 2016 BCSS AA Provincial Championship

Final results: Congratulations to Crofton House (photo below) who defeated Collingwood 1-0 to win this year’s title. Seycove defeated St. 1. Crofton House Michael’s 1-0 to claim the bronze medal. The Jenny John Fair Play 2. Collingwood Award, as voted by the umpires, was shared by J.L. Crowe and 3. Seycove Okanagan Mission. 4. St. Michaels 5. J.L. Crowe 6. Brentwood College 7. Southridge 8. South Okanagan 9. L.V. Rogers 10. GW Graham 11. Okanagan Mission 12. Enver Creek

Jenny John Fair Play Award

J.L. Crowe Okanagan Mission Crofton House School celebrating their Gold Medal victory

2016 BCSS AAA Provincial Championship Final results: Congratulations to Cowichan Secondary (photo below) who defeated host Kelowna Secondary to claim this year’s AAA (second 1. Cowichan year in a row) championship. Handsworth defeated Carson Graham, 2. Kelowna in an all North Vancouver game, to win the bronze. 3. Handsworth 4. Carson Graham 5. Mt. Douglas 6. Frances Kelsey 7. Gleneagles 8. McMath 9. Churchill 10. Oak Bay 11. Sullivan Heights 12. South Delta 13. Dr. Charles Best 14. Eric Hamber 15. Penticton

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 18 Cornershot Annual FHBC Athlete Program Review (by Melody Haddow) It was another great season for Field Hockey BC’s performance and development level athlete program. As always, thank you to all athletes, coaches and team managers who took part in 2016/2017 Regional and Provincial Programs. FHBC is very privileged to have the opportunity to work with you all!

This past season saw FHBC develop a comprehensive Skills Matrix for each stage of learning within our Learn 2 Train, Train 2 Train, Train 2 Compete and Learn 2 Win programs. The FHBC Skills Matrix consists of the following nine ‘Pillars’:

1. Technical (skill acquisition for athletes). 2. Tactical (skill acquisition for athletes). 3. Psychological (skill acquisition for athletes). 4. Physiological (skill development for athletes). 5. Physical Literacy (skill development for athletes). 6. Socio-Emotional (skill development for athletes). 7. Life Skills. 8. Pedagogy (skill acquisition for coaches). 9. Coach and Parent Education/Mentorship.

FHBC Regional Programs

LEARN 2 TRAIN (Under 13) REGIONAL PROGRAM:  Weekly training April-June  Festival: July 8 at Cowichan Sportsplex in Duncan, BC

2017 was the sixth year of the FHBC Learn 2 Train Regional Development Program. Designed with a primary focus on technical skill acquisition, the Learn 2 Train Program provides a complementary opportunity for participation within the BC community club system. Over 100 athletes from the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island participated in weekly training from April to the Festival in July. At the Festival, athletes represented their regions and showcased the skills they had worked hard on during the training program. Well done, athletes!

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 19 Cornershot Annual FHBC Athlete Program Review (continued) TRAIN 2 TRAIN (Under 15) REGIONAL PROGRAM:  Weekly training November - April  Festival: May 5-7 at Tamanawis Park, Surrey

The FHBC Train 2 Train Regional Program remains focused on technical skill acquisition bringing in additional elements of the nine ‘pillar’ FHBC Skills Matrix. The current strategic format targets technical skill progression, allowing athletes to train and compete in a non-outcome related competitive environment. This year’s Festival welcomed 147 female athletes and 35 male athletes from the Island, Lower Mainland and Interior regions of the Province drafted into 9 female teams and 2 male teams for a round-robin event. Athletes used their skills from the training program in game situations and they looked great! Provincial selections were taken from the Festival to represent BC at the National Championship.

TRAIN 2 COMPETE (Under 18) REGIONAL PROGRAM:  Weekly training November - April  Tournament: April 21-23 at UBC, Vancouver

The FHBC Train 2 Compete Regional Program is a balanced Skills Matrix program that focuses on athlete development across all ‘pillars’. The current strategic format is designed to refine skills and cement systems and strategies. This program is an outcome-based competitive program culminating with a 3-day tournament. The regional teams did a great job showing their ability to adapt and execute under pressure. Selections to the FHBC ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program (June to August) were made directly from the Tournament.

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FHBC ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program

TRAIN 2 TRAIN (Under 15) PROVINCIAL PROGRAM:  Weekend training May - July  U15 National Championship July 18 – 22, Tamanawis Park, Surrey

2017 saw four female and two male teams selected to the FHBC ‘T2T Team BC’ Provincial Program. The Train 2 Train ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program is designed to further refine skills and cement systems and strategies. Provincial training took place from June until the end of July and the teams took part in two competitive events: the India Club Tournament (June, Surrey BC) and the U15 National Championships. Noting that BC Train to Train teams are Under 15 athletes competing at an Under 16 event, here are the results:

Girls U15 Boys U15 Congratulations to all  U15 Rams - Gold.  U15 Rams - Gold. Train 2 Train Team BC  U15 Stags - Bronze  U15 Lions - 5th athletes, coaches and  U15 White Lions - 4th managers!  U15 Royal Lions - 6th

U15 Rams (girls) - Gold medal U15 Rams (boys) - Gold medal

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Cornershot Annual FHBC Athlete Program Review (continued)

TRAIN 2 COMPETE (Under 18) PROVINCIAL PROGRAM:  Weekend training May - July  U18 National Championship July 20 – 22, Tamanawis Park, Surrey

2017 saw three female and two male teams selected to the FHBC ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program. The Train 2 Compete ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program places an emphasis on the execution of a solid technical skill base and tactical systems in a pressured environment in this outcome based competitive program. Provincial training took place from May to July. Results from the 2017 National Championship were as follows:

U18 Girls BC Rams - Silver U18 Girls BC Stags - Bronze U18 Girls BC Lions- 4th

U18 Boys BC Rams - Silver U18 Boys BC Lions - Bronze Congratulations to all Train 2 Train Team BC athletes, coaches and managers!

U23 Nationals in Surrey, BC, July 22-25:

FHBC involved 25 x U23 male players (across four teams combined with other provinces) and 2 x U23 female teams to compete in the FHC U23 National Championship Tournament in Surrey, BC. Results as follows:

Division: U23 Women BC Rams - Silver Division: U23 Women BC Lions - Bronze

U18 Rams (girls) - Silver medal U18 Lions (boys) - Bronze medal

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 22 Cornershot Annual Club Championships Review (by Kurt Du Bois)

The 2017 Club Championships came and went in a flash as the six Championships were held over three weekends across BC. We want to give a big thank you to the local club hosts who were crucial in making this year’s events so successful. We saw over 1000 participants, spread across 64 teams, come and be a part of the Club Championships as coaches, managers and athletes.

Another thank you is in order for all the club representatives, parents, and athletes who volunteered their time to help run the Club Championships. Without them none of the success we experienced this year would have been possible. Learn 2 Train (U13) Festival Learn 2 Train (U13) Girls’ Teams

The U13 Boys and Girls Festival was held Chilliwack Pink Panthers Delta Wingers June 3rd in Richmond. A huge thanks to the Vancouver Hawks 1 Vancouver Hawks 2 Richmond Field Hockey Club and Kathleen Richmond Sandpipers Richmond Ravens Wong for taking on the coordination of this Burnaby Bears Victoria White event and Wendy Childs for helping gather WVFHC 1 Burnaby Bears 1 volunteers! Boys participating teams for WV Sparkling Orcas Victoria Green 2017 included: Vancouver Blackhawks Burnaby Bears 2 Tri-city Chaos Victoria Green 2 Vancouver Hawks Victoria Light Blue Victoria White 2 Victoria Red Victoria Green Vancouver White Hawks Surrey Sharks 1 Surrey Sharks 2 India Club West Vancouver 1

Action from the U13 Festival

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Learn 2 Train (U15) Boys’ Championship

The U15 Boys’ Club Championships took place on June 3rd at the University of British Columbia, hosted by the Vancouver Hawks. Thank you to the Hawks and volunteers who did a great job running this event! Participating teams for 2017 included:

Gobind Savar India Club Surrey Panthers Victoria White Vancouver Hawks West Vancouver Ignite

Learn 2 Train (U15) Girls’ Championship

A big thank you to Kolette Cristante and the VJFHA crew who ran the U15 Girls’ Club Championships in Victoria this year! These Championships were held at the University of Victoria on June 10 and 11. The results were: 1) Cowichan (below) 2) Vancouver Hawks 1 3) West Vancouver 1 4) Vancouver Hawks 2 5) Richmond Woodpeckers 6) West Vancouver 2 7) Delta White Falcons 8) Burnaby Bears 9) Victoria White 10) Chilliwack Pink Panthers

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 24 Cornershot Annual Club Championships (continued) Train 2 Train (U18) Girls’ Championships

Thank you to Emma Gibbons and the WVFHC for hosting the U18 Girls’ Club Championship on June 10 and 11. The Championships were held at Rutledge field with both a Division 1 and Division 2 tournament. The results are listed below:

Div. 1 Results Div. 2 Results

1) Vancouver Hawks 2) West Van Penguins 1) Tri-City Venoms 2) Kelowna Lakers 3) India Club 3) Delta Falcons

Train 2 Compete (U18) Boys’ Championship

FHBC hosted the U18 Boys’ Club Championship at Tamanawis Park June 17 and 18. Results from the weekend were as follows:

1) Surinder Lions 2) West Vancouver 3) Gobind Savar

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 25 Cornershot Annual FHBC Respect Program FHBC RESPECT Program RESPECT is the collective responsibility of everyone involved in field hockey to create a fair, safe, and enjoyable environment in which the game can take place.

This year, Field Hockey BC is launching a RESPECT program targeted at all levels of the game. The objective of the RESPECT program is to see an improvement in behavior in the game; by creating a fair, safe and enjoyable environment for everyone involved. Through ongoing education and awareness, this program is designed to address concerns related to poor coaching practices, abuse of umpires/officials, respect between players, and issues involving spectators and fans on the sideline.

The RESPECT program will target local, regional, and provincial field hockey programs and events throughout the junior and senior seasons. The program will attempt to inspire community clubs and leagues to implement the campaign, and promote positive behaviours within their respective environments.

So what are the first steps to RESPECT success? (see next page)

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 26 Cornershot Annual FHBC Respect Program FHBC RESPECT Program There are currently 5 steps to the program: 1. Codes of Conduct

There are Codes of Conduct for all those involved in the game. Players, coaches, team managers, umpires/officials, and spectators/fans (including parents), all have their own Codes, which outline what is expected of them. By the 2017/18 season, we expect to see all those involved being invited to sign that they have read, understand and will adhere to the Codes.

2. Match-Day Environment

Included in this is the introduction of designated spectator areas, which are set back and separated from the playing and team bench/coach education areas where possible. Community Clubs, Leagues, and Event Hosts are also encouraged to make the Codes of Conduct visible at their grounds.

3. Captains

Captains are asked to take responsibility for their team and lead by example on the pitch. They should be clearly identifiable and help the umpires/officials by ensuring their teammates focus on playing. Keeping in mind that players in the younger age groups may not be mature enough to facilitate this, the team Coach is also tasked with the responsibility.

4. The Umpires/Officials Manage the Game

Umpires are expected to manage the game, ensuring it is played within the rules, and in doing so create an environment where potential problems are addressed before they escalate. They are also asked to ensure that teams follow the RESPECT ‘Walk on’ and handshake protocol.

5. Event Hosting Protocols

Sanctioned field hockey events in BC, must adhere to a set of event host protocols designed to advocate RESPECT program objectives. All events must provide for a fair, safe, and enjoyable environment with which to play.

PLEASE HELP US TO CREATE THE BEST POSSIBLE ENVIRONMENT WITH WHICH TO ENJOY OUR GREAT GAME BY SUPPORTING THE RESPECT PROGRAM!

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 27 Cornershot Annual 2016 Vancouver International Tournament Congratulations to the Winners! Division First Second Third

Women’s Social Queen Vics Storm Ramblers Women’s Masters Namox England Ladies Seattle Masters Mixed Social Hockey Kings Family Ties Seattle Mixed

Judy Broom Award Jennifer Pearson Award

Given to the team that best Given to the team that best exemplifies Jennifer’s exemplifies Judy’s spirit of extremely generous spirit of volunteerism. She was friendship, fair play and love of the one of the initial VIT organizing committee members in game. Awarded to: 1995. Awarded to:

Jokers Mixed Queen Vics

Action from the Tournament!

Judy Broom Award Jokers Mixed

Women’s Social Jennifer Pearson Award Queen Vics

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 28 Cornershot Annual Island News - By Ali Baggott Island Update

At the annual Vancouver Island Ladies Field Hockey general meeting, on Apr. 10, the major award winners, division winners, playoff winners and all-star teams were announced. Third division Demons goalkeeper Theresa Kennedy was named the most outstanding player of the season. Kennedy was a force for several teams in the league in all three divisions, most notably, she played four games for four different teams one weekend and won all of four games.

Lynx 1 defender and junior national team member Anna Mollenhauer Ali Baggott (Lee) is a former was named the league’s top Under 18 players as Lynx 1 finished first international for Canada in the league and playoffs. having competed at the 2004 Junior World Cup and 2010 XIX Commonwealth Games. Julie Williams was named the Christine Trophy winner as she plays for Following her playing career, the Lynx club in Division 1 and 2, coaches Lynx 3, umpires in both the she worked in men’s and women’s league, coaches in the junior league and is the communications with the league umpire coordinator. Long-time official David Auld was named International Hockey Foley Shield umpire. Auld’s commitment spans across the women’s Federation and the Pan American Hockey league and high school league and he continues to show dedication Federation. and an eagerness to improve year after year.

She currently works at UVic The Division MVPs were Ali Lee, of the Mariners in Division 1, Brecken as the athletics Sales, of Lynx 2 in Division 2, and Hayley Picard, of the Kestrels, in communications officer. Division 3. The Hibbert Trophy – Most Outstanding Player. Awarded to the most outstanding player in the association. Players in any division are eligible for this award. The Hibbert family, of Victoria, donated this trophy. Nita Hibbert played in the association and was the league’s social director.

Awarded to Theresa Kennedy, Demons

The Foley Shield – Most Improved Umpire. Awarded to the most improved umpire in the association. Awarded to David Auld

The Christine Trophy – Ability, Sportsmanship and Service. Awarded to a member of the association who best combines sportsmanship, ability and service to VILFHA. Joy Speight donated the trophy, which was named for after her daughter.

Awarded to Julie Williams, Lynx Club

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 29 Cornershot Annual Island News (continued) The Trelawney Shield – Most Outstanding Under 18 Player. Presented to a young player (18 and under) who best combines ability, leadership and sportsmanship. Ruth Trelawney, who was a member of VILFHA and the Canadian national team that competed in Jamaica in 1968, donated this shield.

Awarded to Anna Mollenhauer, Lynx 1

Sportmanship Awards - These awards are given out annually to the most sportsmanship team in each division (1, 2 and 3). Each team votes for a team in their division they felt was the most sportsmanlike.

Division 1 Winner: Patriots Division 2 Winner: Swifts Division 3 Winner: Lynx 3

Division Most Valuable Players - These awards are given out annually to the player that is voted most outstanding within the division they are registered in. This player will impact the league through leadership, ability or service to their team.

Division 1: Ali Lee Division 2 : Brecken Sales Division 3: Hayley Picard

League Winners Division 1: Lynx 1 Division 2: Lynx 2 Division 3: Pirates

Play-off Winners Division 1: Lynx 1 Division 2: Sailors Division 3: Pirates

Division All Stars Division 1 Division 2 Division 3

Caitlin Evans, Flickers Shon Lumb, Cardinals Theresa Kennedy, Demons Robin Fleming, Flickers Jill Thompson, Cardinals Laura Kelly, Demons Sara Goodman, Flickers Chloe Langkammer, Cardinals Amanda Knoke, Devils Juliana Rheault, Devils Stefanie Sajko, Lynx 1 Brecken Sales, Lynx 2 Hayley Picard, Kestrels Anna Mollenhauer, Lynx 1 Janet Dawson, Lynx 2 Jill Dayton, Kestrels Libby Hogg, Lynx 2 Kyla Kirby, Lynx 1 Harkiran Khangura, Lynx 3 Kira Starr, Mariners Sara Brant, Sailors Caitlin Hastings, Lynx 3 Ali Lee, Mariners Jenna Lucas, Sailors Heather Crisp, Pirates Emily Thomas, Patriots Jaime Sharpe, Blue Jays Tracey Varian, Pirates Heather Wheatley, Patriots Sandy Grimwood, Blue Jays Catherine Jones, Pirates Chelsea Marshall, Patriots Emily Cherneff, Swifts Helen Truan, Renegades

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THE FHBC FOUNDATION The Field Hockey BC Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Society, a foundation designed to provide legacy support for the development and growth of Field Hockey across British Columbia. In 2017, the FHBC Foundation has distributed grants to support grassroots players ability to access our sport; regional and provincial players pay program fees; post-secondary players continue their field hockey participation, and both coaches and officials pursue professional development opportunities.

Make a tax deductible donation today at www.fhbcfoundation.com THINKING OF AN END OF YEAR CHARITABLE DONATION? WANT A TAX RECEIPT? DONATE TODAY AND SUPPORT YOUR SPORT @fhbcfoundation.com FOUNDATION PROGRAMS:

Athlete Assistance Bursary

Annual Male and Female Athlete Bursaries are awarded to support an athlete’s participation in the FHBC Regional Program. The Regional Program develops athletes over a 5 month timeline and is the feeder program to Provincial Representation.

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THE FHBC FOUNDATION The Judy Broom High Performance Bursary

Annual Female Athlete Bursaries are awarded to support athletes selected to the Provincial Team BC Program. Selection to the Team BC program is the highest provincial honor and the program for many is the stepping stone to representative National Honors.

The Allyn Murison Grassroots Bursary

Annual Female Athlete Bursaries are awarded to athletes under the age of 12 to support their participation in field hockey. This bursary focuses on assisting with the costs involved in playing field hockey at the club level.

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THE FHBC FOUNDATION The Moira Rerrie Post Secondary Bursary

Annual Female Athlete Bursaries are awarded to athletes attending their first year in post secondary education and wishing to continue their participation in field hockey.

Coach & Official Professional Development Bursary

Annual Male and Female Coach and Official Bursaries are awarded to contribute towards an individual’s professional development and are tailored to a value added ‘give back’ to field hockey in BC. Open to all levels of coach and official, with officials including both umpires and technical officials.

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THE FHBC FOUNDATION The Pat Hall Officials Development Award The Pat Hall Officials Development Award is designed to promote the development of Vancouver Island umpires and technical officials with preference given to members of the Vancouver Island Ladies Field Hockey Association (VILFHA), the Vancouver Island Field Hockey Association (VIFHA), and the Victoria Junior Field Hockey Association (VJFHA). The BC Field Hockey Centre The Vision for the Home of Field Hockey in BC - Capital Project

An International, National, Provincial, Regional, and Local Centre for the development of field hockey in BC.

WWW.FHBCFOUNDATION.COM

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 34 Cornershot Annual National Teams Update (by Kevin Underhill) Between the Women’s National Team, Men’s National Team and Indoor National Teams, 2017 marked another busy and successful year for Field Hockey Canada’s national team programs. Both outdoor national teams have kicked off a four-year quad looking to target the 2020 Olympic Games. But, between the start of 2017 and 2020, there is plenty of action to take in.

Read below to learn more about Team Canada’s 2017 and a sneak peek into 2018.

Women’s National Team (Current World Rank – 21)

The WNT had a busy 2017 competition and training schedule. The team kicked off the year with a month-long training tour in Australia. In April 2017, Canada hosted World League Round two in West Vancouver, BC at Rutledge Field. The home competition was an amazing experience for visiting athletes and the WNT, who don’t often get to play major international matches on home soil. The Summer featured the Pan American Cup in Lancaster, USA. Despite tying the then- fourth ranked team in the world, USA, Canada finished fourth and failed to qualify for the 2018 FIH World Cup. On an individual note, team captain, Kate Wright played her 169th CAP for the WNT, breaking Stephanie Jameson’s record that had stood since 2012.

The team moved directly along into their fall/winter training routine and have plans to burst into 2018 on a winning note. In the new year, the team will take off on a January training tour to Chile quickly followed by a tour in the US. Following the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games in April, the team will attend the Hawkes Bay 6-Nation Tour in New Zealand. Despite the Commonwealth Games not factoring into world rankings, coach Ian Rutledge said it’s a huge opportunity to play quality opponents and improve. Not to mention, it’s one of the largest multi-sport events in the world.

(left to right) - Rowan Harris, Alex Thicke, Steph Norlander, Shanlee Johnston, Brienne Stairs, Maddie Secco, Amanda Woodcroft, Nikki Woodcroft, Sara McManus, Karli Johansen, Hannah Haughn, Rachel Donohoe, Dani Hennig, Hannah Eborall, Jordyn Faiczak, Alison Lee, Kaitlyn Williams, Kate Wright. (BC players in Bold) (photo courtesy Yan Huckendubler)

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 35 Cornershot Annual National Teams Update (continued) Men’s National Team (World Rank – 11)

2017 marked a year full of great competition and accomplishment for the MNT. The team kicked off 2017 with a France tour, then competed in the FIH World League and won a silver medal at the Pan American Cup in Lancaster, USA. The biggest moment of the 2017 year undoubtedly came at the World League Semi-Final where Canada upset sixth-ranked India to secure a spot in the 2018 World Cup.

The MNT is looking forward to a busy schedule in 2018 culminating in the 2018 FIH World Cup in India. The team will first go on tour in Spain before heading off to the Commonwealth Games in Australia in April. The team then plans to host a series of international matches at home in Canada before making the trip to India for the World Cup!

(Top row, l-r) - Iain Smythe, , John Smythe, Taylor Curran, Gordon Johnston, Richard Hildreth, Matt Sarmento, Mark Pearson, , Balraj Panesar, Brenden Bissett.

(Bottom row, l-r) - , Gabe Ho-Garcia, Sukh Panesar, Antoni Kindler, David Carter, Keegan Pereira, Floris Van Son. (BC players in Bold) (photo courtesy Yan Huckendubler)

Indoor National Teams

The Indoor National Teams went to Georgetown, Guyana in October to compete in the 2017 Indoor Pan American Cup in hopes for qualifying for the 2018 World Cup. With a bronze medal in the men’s division and a fourth place in the women’s division, neither team punched a ticket to the World Cup. Upon reflection, both programs are very excited about the youth movement in indoor hockey and are looking forward to getting the jump on the next World Cup cycle. Go to:

http://www.fieldhockey.ca/2017/10/31/2017-indoor-pan-american-cup-national-team-reflections/

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 36 Cornershot Annual Field Hockey Canada Retirees All told, they played 539 times for Canada. Three of Canada’s finest players, who all came up through the Field Hockey BC program, have retired from international competition in the last twelve months. Congratulations to: (text courtesy Shaheed Devji. Photos courtesy Yan Huckendubler)

Dave Jameson Thea Culley Phil Wright

After a career that spanned The veteran Canadian He comes from a field 14 years and included 232 forward announced her hockey family, with his father senior international matches, retirement from international and brother both having Vancouver’s hockey last fall. played for Canada’s Men’s has retired from international National Team and his play. The 30 year old native of grandfather serving as the Rossland, British Columbia, former President of the The veteran defender began played in 157 senior Canadian Field Hockey his senior career in 2002 with international matches for Association (now Field on a tour in Brussels, Canada, making her the Hockey Canada). But Belgium. After all is said and second most capped active Wright’s legacy is impressive done, Jameson’s career goes Women’s National Team in its own right, as he retires down as one of the most player and the fourth most as one of Canada’s most accomplished in Canadian capped all-time. experienced senior field hockey history and international players. includes his participation in 4 “The biggest thing I’ve gained Pan American Games, Wright played his first senior from being on the team are 3 Commonwealth Games, international match at the friendships and relationships and 1 World Cup. Pan American Cup in and the skills to the build London, Ontario in May friendships and relationships “I have taken a couple of 2004, beginning an illustrious with people in pressure months to reflect since the career than spanned over 12 situations and stressful Olympics, and am now confident years and countless environments,” she says. “I’m that it’s time for me to look countries. He quickly became always reminded by them forward to new challenges and a staple on the Men’s when various songs come experiences in my life,” he says. National Team, and played in up, and that’s something I will “It has truly been an honour many major competitions treasure because I know that and something I will cherish for including Commonwealth I will continue to have those the rest of my life.” Games and World Cups. (memories).”

Cornershot Annual Vol. 10, Number 1 November, 2017 page 37 Thanks to all the photographers who contributed to the pictures used in this publication! Field Hockey BC 202-210 West Broadway Vancouver, V5Y 3W2 www.fieldhockeybc.com Tel: 604 737 3046 Fax: 604 873 6488 [email protected]

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