DIPIETRO & SERGACHEV LEAD 2016-17 TEAM AWARDS
(Windsor, ON) – Michael DiPietro, Mikhail Sergachev and Cole Purboo have been recognized for outstanding efforts as double recipients of our Team Awards for the 2016-17 season. The 12 awards highlight significant contributions made both on and off the ice.
SCORING
Leading Goal Scorer: Gabriel Vilardi (29)
WFCU Credit Union Leading Point Getter: Jeremy Bracco (83)
William McAvy Leading Scoring Defenceman: Mikhail Sergachev (44 points)
Rookie Scoring Leader: Cole Purboo (17)
TOP PERFORMERS
Parker Construction Player of the Year: Michael DiPietro (30 wins, 2.35 GAA)
Tim Hortons Defenceman of the Year: Mikhail Sergachev
Phoenix Jewellers Rookie of the Year: Cole Purboo
THE EXTRA MILE
- Scott Miller Award: Logan Stanley
Presented to the player who shows the greatest commitment to the team, both on and off the ice, throughout the season. Named in honour of Scott Miller, who was rewarded for his commitment to the organization by becoming the first Spitfires player to have his number (23) retired. Miller played for the club between 1972 and 1976, serving as the team’s captain during the 1975-76 season.
- Paul Maurice Award for Determination and Dedication: Evan Mathias
Presented to the staff member that has demonstrated the most dedication and commitment to the team. Named in honour of Paul Maurice, who played for the Spitfires from 1984 to 1988, winning an OHL Championship in 1987-88. Maurice, who was captain of the 87-88 team, as an overager, gave up his captaincy and spot on the roster so the team could acquire overage goalie Pat Jablonski in the middle of the season. The move helped solidify the position and Jablonski was a key component of the championship run. Maurice served as an assistant coach for the remainder of that season.
- Jake Pollen Hardest Working Spitfire of the Year: Jalen Chatfield
Presented annually to the player who best exemplifies hard work on the ice. Pollen, who passed away in March of 2011, served as a dressing room attendant with the Spitfires for 20 seasons, retiring in 2009.
- Jason Bennett Award for Community Service: Cristiano DiGiacinto
Presented to the player who best represents the Spitfires at community based events. Named for Spitfire fan Jason Bennett, who was tragically killed by a drunk driver at just 10 years old.
- Peter Thomson of SunLife Financial Academic Achievement Award: Michael DiPietro
