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Awards

Most Valuable Player

The MVP Award is given to the player who is deemed most valuable to their team throughout the regular season. It is bestowed upon the best performing player who is most responsible for their team’s success. Criteria for this award includes goal scoring, play-making, defense, and leadership.

2019:  Jake Saxton – Varsity, Mo Fathi – JV
2018:  Jake Saxton
2017:  Jake Saxton
2016:  Jake Saxton

Top Offensive Forward

The Top Offensive Forward Award goes to the player who exhibited excellent offensive ability during the entire season. Criteria for this award is goal scoring, assisting others and being clutch in tight game situations.

2019:  Jake Saxton – Varsity, Lea Donaghy – JV
2018:  Jake Saxton
2017:  Jake Saxton
2016:  Jake Saxton

Top Defensive Forward

The Top Defensive Forward Award is given to the player who is an offensive forward but displays strong defensive play and skills. This player is often counted on to guard the opposing team’s top forward and will sacrifice their offensive abilities to focus strictly on defense.

2019:  Alex Pitts – Varsity, Hisham Mohammed – JV
2018:  Alex Pitts
2017:  Alex Pitts
2016:  Alex Pitts

Top Defenseman

The Top Defenseman Award is given to the player who excels on the defensive side of the court. This player is the goalie’s best friend, often taking the brunt of shots and wheelchairs to allow the goalie to do their job. They are often overlooked but never underestimated by their opponents.

2019:  Luke Hoban – Varsity, Anthony Laube – JV
2017:  Luke Hoban
2016:  Michele Boardman

Top Goalie

The Top Goalie Award is the player who had the strongest performance as the goaltender during the regular season. The goaltender is the last line of defense for any team and can make the difference between winning and losing a close game. The Top Goalie Award is often referred as the MVP of Goaltenders.

2019:  Erin Gordon – Varsity, Greg Smith – JV
2018:  Erin Gordon
2016:  Erin Gordon

Player Of The Year

The Player of the Year Award is given to the player that demonstrates strong hockey play and leadership both on and off the court. Their competitive nature is tempered by sportsmanlike conduct and always places one’s team ahead of any personal accomplishments. They dedicate their time and effort to better the league, help other players and coaches in whatever capacity needed and help guide the growth of the organization.

2019:  Liam Miller
2018:  Liam Miller
2017:  Liam Miller
2016:  Liam Miller

Most Dedicated

The Most Dedicated Award is presented to a player who attends every hockey session with an infectious positive attitude and enthusiasm for competitive gameplay.

2018:  Sean Hesser
2017:  Sean Hesser, Anthony Laube

Most Improved

The Most Improved Award is presented to the player who has demonstrated growth both on and off the playing surface from the previous year to the current season. Improvement can be seen through skill, knowledge of the game, and leadership.

2017:  AJ Rinker

Eric J. Perry Teamwork Award

The Eric J. Perry Teamwork Award is named in honor of Eric Perry, one of the original members of the Philadelphia Flyers PowerPlay who tragically passed on April 24, 2005 at the age of 17. His legacy is honored annually by the presentation of the Eric J. Perry Teamwork Award, given to a Flyers PowerPlay player who demonstrates the qualities Eric exemplified: determination, enthusiasm, and a commitment to team play.

2018:  Pete Henkel
2015:  Jake Hartline
2014:  Liam Miller
2013:  Jake Saxton
2012:  Luke Hoban
2011:  Zach Rollison
2010:  Bryce Smith
2009:  Sarah Gaudioso
2008:  John Simko
2007:  Kelly Stout
2006:  Greg Smith
2005:  Lauren Shipman

Richard Weaver Unsung Hero Award

The Richard Weaver Unsung Hero Award is named in honor of Richard Weaver, who was the Advisory Board President, former coach and wheelchair hockey ambassador. Richard sadly passed away in February 2016 but his many contributions and talents will never be forgotten. Today, we honor that legacy by naming a player each year who best exemplifies what Richard stood for.

The Unsung Hero Award is a player who is supportive and shows integrity while making a subtle impact both on and off the court. Every team has a certain player who plays to the best of their ability no matter what. Often overlooked or unsung by others, their teammates truly realize the impact this player has on their team.

Flyers PowerPlay Coaches Award

The Philadelphia Flyers PowerPlay Coaches Award is presented annually by the coaches to a Flyers PowerPlay player who displays sportsmanship both on and off the playing surface while excelling at the game and acting as a role model for their teammates.

2015:  Alex Pitts
2014:  Jake Saxton
2012:  Jake Hartline
2010:  Liam Miller
2009:  Bryce Smith

Heather Weaver Exceptional Volunteer Award

The Heather Weaver Exceptional Volunteer Award is presented by the Philadelphia Flyers PowerPlay Advisory Committee to a PowerPlay volunteer for their dedicated service and commitment to the Philadelphia Flyers PowerPlay and its mission.

2012: Tony D’Amico

Tournament Awards

2019 Canada Cup

2019 Canada Cup Champions
Most Valuable Player:
  Jake Saxton
Best Offensive Player:
  Jake Saxton

2018 Powerhockey Cup

2018 Powerhockey Cup Champions
Most Valuable Player:
 Alex Pitts
Best Goalie:  Anthony D’Amico

2016 Powerhockey Cup

Best Defensive Forward:  Alex Pitts

2015 US Powerhockey Championship

Best Offensive Player:  Jake Saxton
Dave Wimmergren Coaches Award:  Gary Saxton and Tony D’Amico

2014 Powerhockey Cup

Most Valuable Player:  Jake Saxton
Best Offensive Player:  Jake Saxton
Best Defensive Forward:  Alex Pitts

2013 US Powerhockey Championship

2013 US Powerhockey Champions
Most Valuable Player:
  Jake Saxton

2012 Powerhockey Cup

Top Forward:  Jake Saxton