Cornershot

Cornershot Annual 

Official Newsletter of Field Hockey BC 

www.fieldhockeybc.com 

Celebrating 

Ten Great 

Years as FHBC! 

Cornershot Annual Vol. 8, No. 1 October, 2015

Article 


Table of Contents 

Page (s) 

President’s “Reflections on the Past Year” 1 - 3 

Congratulations to Shelley Andrews 4 

Staff Update 4 

Thanks to our Coaches, Umpires and Managers! 5, 6 

University Championships 7, 8 

High School Championships 9 

Athlete Program Review 10 - 13 

BC Women’s Indoor Tournament 12 

FHBC Foundation 14 - 17 

Celebrating FHBC’s Tenth Anniversary! 18, 19 

Club Championships Review 20 - 23 

Annual Awards and Recognition Dinner 24 - 30 

BC Women’s Junior, Senior Indoor Championships 31 

Field Hockey Canada Hall of Fame Inductees 32 

National Teams Review 33, 34 

Vancouver Invitational Tournament Review 35 

Island News 36, 37 

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Sue Demuynck 

President, 



From Table the President’s of Contents Desk 

Reflections on 2015 and the Past 10 Years 

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 British Columbia. 

Field Hockey BC would like to acknowledge the continued support 

from the Provincial Government, Sport BC, Canadian Sport Institute, 

Coaching Association of BC, Sport and Gaming Branches of BC and ViaSport. Thanks are due 

as well to our proud independent partners, Kukri Sports Canada and the Field 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. This past year has seen 

programming and planning continue to align with the National Strategic Framework for 

Development, namely the Long-Term Field Hockey Development Strategy (LTFHD), and it is 

Field Hockey BC’s desire to see further progress made in LTFHD implementation across BC in 

the year ahead. 

The Society’s organizational and strategic priorities remain focused on five main areas of 

development: 

 

 

 

 

 

Coach Education 

Athlete Development 

Officials Development 

Event and Facility Promotion 

Volunteer Recruitment and Retention 

During 2016, the Field Hockey BC Board of Directors and Staff will be reviewing the Society’s 

current Strategic Plan, and will be preparing for the introduction of the 2016 – 2020 quadrennial 

plan. 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. 

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From the Table President’s of Contents Desk (continued) 

This year, 2015, also marks the 10 th anniversary of the inception of Field Hockey BC. FHBC was 

the organization created when the men and women’s provincial associations, BCFHA and 

BCWFHF, merged into one entity. 

I would like to take this opportunity to reflect on the past ten years. As an original FHBC Board 

Director, first as the Women’s High Performance Director and as the President, I have had the 

privilege of experiencing the growth and success of Field Hockey BC during its first decade of 

existence. 

Some personal recollections: 

Special AGM’s – These were raucous events, that debated an increase of membership 

fees. However, the outcome was positive as the overall transparency of the organization 

was a direct result of our members’ requests and demands. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“The Great Logo Search” – The FHBC Logo was chosen as a result of an open 

competition, and the design has remained strong through the last decade. 

June, 2007 – The first annual FHBC Awards Dinner was held. The evening continues to 

recognize and celebrate the volunteers, coaches, umpires, technical officials, and 

athletes, who all contribute to the success of FHBC. 

April, 2008 – The ‘Big Move’ from the old Sport BC offices ( Hemlock and Broadway ) to 

our current office at 210 West Broadway, creating a “Hub” of PSO’s, along with Rugby, 

Tennis and Cycling. 

July, 2013 - The ‘Field Hockey BC Foundation’ was created to support the five main areas 

of development across British Columbia. Designed to assist athletes, coaches, officials, 

events, and volunteers, the Field Hockey BC Foundation supports programs and services 

that focus directly on our stakeholders’ most critical needs and opportunities. Further 

detail can also be found at the Field Hockey BC Foundation website 

www.fhbcfoundation.com. 

Hosting – FHBC has hosted numerous National and International tournaments and events 

in the past ten years. The 2008 Women’s Olympic Qualifier, in Victoria, was one of the 

highlights. 

Regional Programs – the successful programs continue, and their success is reflected in 

the large number of BC athletes who have played for Canada, as members of the Men’s 

and Women’s Senior and Junior National Teams. 

LTAD (Long Term Field Hockey Development) – FHBC has embraced this provincially 

mandated strategy, and the success is evident with our funding, as well as the on-field 

performance of our athletes. 




From the President’s Desk (continued) 

 

 

Professional Staff and Organization – FHBC has been fortunate to employ very dedicated 

and professional staff members, many who have worked for the organization longer than 

is generally found in the sport sector. This speaks highly of the individuals and the work 

environment created by all those involved. 

September, 2015 – The creation of the Field Hockey Academy, at Sutherland School. 

FHBC is piloting this academy project throughout the 2015-2016 academic year. 

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. 

In conclusion, the success of any organization is a direct result of the dedication and love of the 

sport, by all the individuals who have been involved with Field Hockey BC since 2005. 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! I would like to extend a 

special thank you to Mark Saunders, our Executive Director, and Sue Jameson, our Accounts 

Manager, for their continued support and dedication to FHBC the past ten years. Your job 

descriptions do not do you justice for the many, many extra hours you both spend keeping the 

organization working smoothly. 

I look forward to the coming year, and especially the next decade, 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. 



Congratulations to Shelley Andrews 

Shelley (Winter) Andrews Inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame 

On May 28th, Shelley Winter Andrews was joined by family 

and friends at the Banquet of Champions to celebrate her 

induction into the BC Sports Hall of Fame. Shelley was a 

Varsity, Provincial and Canadian field hockey stand-out in the 

1970s & 80s, and as such has become the first field hockey 

player to be inducted into the hall of fame in the athlete 

category. Shelley helped Canada achieve some of its best 

results. 

(l-r) - Shelley Andrews, Bim Schrodt, 

Kristina Sinclair (Sponsor) 

(Courtesy BC Sports Hall of Fame) 

She was a part of the National Team that placed 5th at the 

1984 Olympics, as well as on the World Cup Teams that 

finished 2nd in 1983 and 3rd in 1986. 

Other highlights included representing Canada in Paris to receive 

a 1985 United Nations Fair Play Award on behalf of the national 

team. A year later, she dominated in a 3-1 victory over England in 

front of thousands at Wembley Stadium to take the prestigious 

Tipp-Ex Trophy in Canada’s first-ever victory over the English. 

Winter-Andrews was named player of the match. “England 

Shelley-shocked” one newspaper headline blared. Not long after, 

she became the first Canadian woman to accumulate 100 

international caps. 

She continues to play regularly for the Oak Bay Ladies club to 

this day. 

(Courtesy Jason Beck, BC Sports Hall of Fame) 

Staff Update - Welcome to Katie Jameson 

Katie is a recent graduate of the University of British Columbia, with a 

Bachelor of Arts Degree. She has a passion for sport and is excited to start 

her career in sport management. 

Katie Jameson 

Member Service 

and 

Communications 

Coordinator 

Katie has been around field hockey all her life and has played the sport for 

over 15 years. She has been involved in FHBC's Regional & Provincial 

programs and played varsity field hockey at UBC, winning 4 CIS titles during 

her tenure. Katie has also volunteered with Field Hockey BC (and BC 

Women's Field Hockey before that) in some capacity for many years now. 

With this experience and knowledge of the game under her belt, it seemed 

only natural for her to make a transition into working full-time with the 

organization. 



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 

Coaching Director 

Gillian Horgan 

Umpiring Director 

Provincial Coaches and Managers 

Provincial Head Coach Assistant Coach Manager 

WT2TA 

Lauren MacLean Kolette Cristante 

WT2TB Michelle Harvey Daneet Sandhu Andrea Gibson 

MT2TA Alex McRoberts Alicia Pereira 

MT2TB Poonam Sandhu Nick Sandhu 

WT2CA Bubli Chohan Jenn Beagan Heather Goodman 

Molly Driscoll 

WT2CB Julie King Alicia Pereira Dani Lacroix 

MT2C Indy Sehmbi Alisa Carey 

T2C Regional Head Coach Assistant Coach Manager 

WT2C NW Bubli Chohan Michelle Harvey 

WT2C SE Julie King Daneet Sandhu Alicia Pereira 

WT2C ISL-VIC Krista Thompson 

WT2C ISL-DUN 

Caitlin Evans 

WT2C INT Ben Fecht Katie Tittler 

T2T Regional Head Coach Assistant Coach Manager 

WT2T NW Jenn Beagan Andrea Gibson 

WT2T SE Julie King Dani Lacroix Alicia Pereira 

WT2T ISL-VIC Krista Thompson 

WT2T ISL-DUN 

Caitlin Evans 

WT2T INT Katie Tittler Ben Fecht 

MT2T Kinder Gill Navi Purewall 

Alex Bale 

A heartfelt thanks to all our Coaches and Managers! 

W T2C Tournanent 

Managers 

Marian Ma 

David Moonje 

Susan Chow 

Heather Goodman 

Daneet Sandhu 

Andy Rushton 

W T2T Festival 

Managers 

Patty Szybunka 

Beverley Reist 

Jacqui Lilley 

Cheryl Johnston 

Kelly Vanry 

Cathy Boraston 

Sujay Mehta 

Graham Sibbald 


Martina Wanders 

Tania Webster 

Paula Stephenson 

Karen De Rosa 

M T2T Festival 

Managers 

Corina Ursu 

Ray Guraliuk 

Corrie Guraliuk 

Troy Chapman 



Thanks to our Umpires, Coaches and Managers! (cont’d) 

L2T Regional Shiv Jagday Head Coach (all regions) 

Team Head Coach Assistant Coaches 

North Shore Kathy Farr Bobby Bharaj, Jasmeen Dhaliwal, Emily Henry, Priya Puri, 

Samantha Spooner, Emma Waterhouse, Ami Turner, 

Cailean Meredith. 

Northwest Johanna Manson 

Southeast Alicia Pereira Taylor Gaines 

Island Milena Gaiga Perri Espeseth 

Interior Ben Fecht 

L2T Festival Managers 

Karen De Rosa, Deb Whitten, Heather Barnett, Kathleen Wong, Jennifer Baird, Manjit Dhillon, Jody 

Simpson, Drew Dawson, Corrie Guraliuk, Lorri Marsh, Nicky Delmotte, Christine Florakas, Yvonne 

Augustin, Anudip Bal, Lisa Clokie. 

Club, Regional and Provincial Umpires 

Alicia Pereira 

Alisa Carey 

Alix Vandermeirsch 

Allegra Whistler 

Amar Dhesi 

Amrit Sidhu 

Anjili Biln 

Ben Fecht 

Bob Benson 

Bobby Dhaliwal 

Bree-Anna Weir 

Brendan Guraliuk 

Bridget Buglioni 

Cameron Bird 

Cameron Soregaroli 

Candace Hawksworth 

Casey Hudson 

Chelsey Cleemoff 

Chloe Chevalier 

Chris Roydhouse 

Chris Wilson 

Clovis Vandermeirsch 

Corrie Guraliuk 

Craig Haziza 

Davinder Sahota 

Deb Moynahan 

Denise McGeachy 

Diana Pawson 

Drew Dawson 

Erin De Sousa 

Geoff Hamilton 

Gillian Horgan 

Gordon Bird 

Graham Coleman 

Hannah Tyvergyak 

Harb Walia 

Harnoor Gill 

Hayley Reeves 

Heather Wheatley 

Ian Mackenzie 

Irene Assimes 

Jagir Dhanowa 

Jenna Masuhara 

John Ruddick 

Joost Douwes 

Julie Brereton 

Julie Williams 

Kendra Kerr 

Keryn Winterburn 

Kiernan Livingstone 

Klara Marsh 

Krista Jenson 

Lachlan Glen 

Leigh Taylor-Gibbs 

Lena Bracken 

Lesley De Thierry 

Lindsay Cole 

Madge Johnson 

Madi Fraser 

Margaux Brand 

Megan Robertson 

Meghan McLennan 

Michael Mackenzie 

Michelle Rogers 

Mischa Lees 

Molly Driscoll 

Oscar D'Mello 

Pat Dunn 

Patrick Oswald 

Paul Mounter 

Peter Winterburn 

Raj Dhatt 

Robin Goodman 

Rolf Sickmuller 

Rosie Delmotte 

Sade Alexis 

Sarah Walker 

Sunny Jun 

Tanya Schienbein 

Tienna Northgraves 

Tom Smyth 



2014 Canada Junior National West Championship 

Team 

UBC Claims Canada West Title 

For the 25th time in the program's history, the UBC Thunderbirds women's field hockey team 

was crowned Canada West Champions. The Thunderbirds defeated the University of Calgary 4- 

0 at Wright Field. Hannah Haughn, with a hat trick, and Gabby Jayme scored the goals. Lauren 

Logush earned the shutout. With the victory UBC finished the regular season with a record of 5- 

1-2, identical to the Victoria Vikes, however, the Thunderbirds earn the Canada West banner on 

goal differential. UBC finished the regular season +18 (25 goals for and 7 goals against), while 

Victoria was +14 (20 goals for and 6 goals against). 

Canada West Award Winners (BC): 

Rookie of the Year Lauren Logush (UBC) 

Coach of the Year Lynn Beecroft (UVic) 

Umpire of the Year Gillian Horgan (Victoria) 

(l-r) - Rachel Donohoe, Hannah Haughn, 

Lauren Logush 

(Photos courtesy Wilson Wong/UBC) 

(Clockwise from top left) 

Rosie Beale, 

Amanda Kurianowicz, 

Kristina Walters-Shumka, 

Kathleen Leahy. 

(Photos courtesy UVic Vikes/ 

APShutter.com) 

Canada West All Stars (BC) 

(Top row, l-r) - Robin D’Abreo, Rowan Harris, Molly Driscol, Rachel Donohoe, 

Sophie Jones, Sarah Keglowitsch, Meghan Hayden, Gabrielle Jayme, 

Kelsi Parker, Jasmeen Dhaliwal, Sarah Barclay, Laurel Riske, Rachel Cote. 

(Bottom row, l-r) - Hannah Haughn, Lauren Logush, Katrina Davis, 

Poonam Sandhu, Emily Martin, Emily Prystupa, Elizabeth Self. 

(Photo courtesy Wilson Wong/UBC Thunderbirds) 

Rosie Beale (UVic) 

Rachel Donohoe (UBC) 

Hannah Haughn (UBC) 

Amanda Kurianowicz (UVic) 

Kathleen Leahy (UVic) 

Lauren Logush (UBC) 

Poonam Sandhu (UBC) 

Kristina Walters-Shumka (UVic) 



2014 C.I.S. Championship 

UBC Wins 16th McCrae Cup 

The UBC Thunderbirds continue to rewrite history as they claimed their fourth-straight McCrae 

Cup with a 2-0 victory over the previously unbeaten and host Toronto Varsity Blues in the gold 

medal game of the 40th CIS-FHC field hockey championship at Back Campus Fields. 

Fifth-year midfielder Poonam Sandhu of Vancouver scored the game-winner in the 47th minute 

and becomes the first player to win five CIS field hockey titles. The 2014 CIS all-Canadian was 

also named a member of the tournament XI all-star team. 

Second-year UBC midfielder Sarah Keglowitsch of Shawnigan Lake, B.C., added an insurance 

marker for the T-Birds in the 56th minute off a penalty corner opportunity. 

Championship All Stars (BC school or born): 

Rachel Donohoe (UBC), Hannah Haughn (UBC), Amanda Kurianowicz (UVic), Kathleen Leahy 

(UVic), Poonam Sandhu (UBC), Alex Thicke (U of T), Lexi Veljacic (UVic). 

(Top row, l-r) - Sarah Barclay (Assistant Coach), Laurel Riske, Meghan Hayden, Katrina Davis, 

Lauren Logush, Emily Prystupa, Sarah Keglowitsch, Sophie Jones, Jasmeen Dhaliwal, Emily Martin, 

Kelsi Parker, Robin D’Abreo (Head Coach). 

(Middle row, l-r) - Rowan Harris, Elizabeth Self. 

(Bottom row, l-r) - Gabrielle Jayme, Molly Driscoll, Rachel Donohoe, Hannah Haughn, Poonam Sandhu. 

(Photo courtesy Martin Bazyl, U. of Toronto) 

Poonam Sandhu 

(Photo courtesy 

Rich Lam/UBC) 



2014 BCSS AAA Provincial Championship 

Final results: 

1. Shawnigan Lake 

2. Handsworth 

3. South Delta 

4. Kelowna 

5. Gleneagles 

6. West Vancouver 

7. Argyle 

8. Charles Best 

9. Cowichan 

10. Frances Kelsey 

11. McMath 

12. Heritage Woods 

13. South Kamloops 

14. Magee 

15. Eric Hamber 

16. Riverside 

Shawnigan Lake School (below) defeated Handsworth 4-0 to win the 

AAA Field Hockey Championships. South Delta secured the bronze 

medal with their win over Kelowna. Riverside was recognized for The 

Fair Play Award. 

Fair Play Award 

Riverside 

2014 BCSS AA Provincial Championship 

Final results: 

1. Crofton House 

2. Saint Michael’s 

3. Collingwood 

4. South Okanagan 

5. Rockridge 

6. Little Flower 

7. GW Graham 

8. LV Rogers 

9. Brentwood 

10. Southridge 

11. Okanagan Mission 

12. Glenlyon Norfolk 

Fair Play Award 

GW Graham 

The AA Provincial Championships were held in Oliver, BC, with 

twelve teams in attendance. This year's championship event saw 

Crofton House School defeat Saint Michael’s University School 2-0. 

Collingwood defeated South Okanagan to win the bronze medal. 

Crofton House School 



FHBC Athlete Program Review (by Melody Haddow) 

It was another great season for Field Hockey BC’s performance and development level athlete 

programming. As always, thank you to all athletes, coaches and team managers who took part in 

2014/2015 Regional and Provincial Programs. FHBC is very privileged to have the opportunity to 

work with you all! 

2015 saw FHBC develop a comprehensive Skills Matrix for each stage of learning within our 

Learn to Train, Train to Train and Train to Compete 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 Program 

LEARN TO TRAIN (Under 13) REGIONAL PROGRAM : 

Training - weekly training for 10 weeks from the start of May to early July. 

Festival Event - July 3-4, 2015 at Rutledge Field in West Vancouver. 

2015 was the fourth year of the FHBC Learn to Train Regional Development Program. Designed 

with a primary focus on technical skill acquisition, the Learn to Train Program provides a 

complementary programming opportunity for athlete participation within the BC community club 

system. Nearly 100 athletes from the Lower Mainland, Island and Interior participated in weekly 

training from April to the Festival event in July. 

At the Festival, athletes represented their regions and showcased the skills they had worked 

hard on during the training program. 



FHBC Athlete Program Review (continued) 

TRAIN TO TRAIN (Under 15) REGIONAL PROGRAM: 

Training – weekly training sessions from January until April 

Festival Event – April 10-12, 2015 at Tamanawis Park in Surrey 

The FHBC Train to 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 was a great success with participation from 

195 athletes from the Island, Lower Mainland and Interior Regions of the Province drafted onto 9 

teams for a round-robin event. Athletes used their skills from the training program in game 

situations and they looked great! Selections were made from the Festival for athletes to attend a 

Team BC Selection Camp in May ahead of the Provincial ‘Team BC’ Program (June-August). 

TRAIN TO COMPETE (Under 18) REGIONAL PROGRAM: 

Training – weekends from November to April. 

Tournament - April 24-26 at UBC in Vancouver. 

The FHBC Train to 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 in a six team tournament setting. 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-August) were made directly from the Tournament. 




FHBC ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program 

TRAIN TO TRAIN (Under 15) PROVINCIAL PROGRAM: 

Training – weekends during June and July. 

U16 National Championship, July 28 - Aug. 1, 2015 at Cassie Campbell in Brampton. 

2015 saw two boys and two girls teams selected to the FHBC ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program. 

The Train to Train ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program is designed to further refine skills and cement 

systems and strategies. Regular 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 U16 

National Championship. As part of the program, the athletes enjoyed watching the medal games 

at the Pan Am Games in Toronto. Noting that BC Train to Train teams are Under 15 athletes 

competing at an Under 16 event, here are the results from the 2015 National Championship: 

Girls 

Team BC Blue – Silver 

Team BC White – Bronze 

Boys 

Team BC Blue – Silver 

Team BC White – 6th 

Congratulations to all Train to Train 

Team BC athletes, 

coaches and managers! 

BC Women’s Masters Tournament 

There were 8 teams, 4 in each of the B.C. Masters Championship and the Victoria Masters' 

Championship, which was held at UVic on April 3-5. 

The BC Masters winners were the Sailors who defeated UVic ’Ol Girls. The Demons/Devils 

were winners in the Victoria Masters division, with Cowichan/Comox finishing a close second. 

Congratulations to all the participants who enjoyed a weekend of fine hockey. 




TRAIN TO COMPETE (Under 18) PROVINCIAL PROGRAM: 

Training – weekends from June to the beginning of August. 

U18 National Championship - August 5-8 at Tamanawis Park, Surrey, BC. 

2015 saw two girls teams selected to the FHBC ‘Team BC’ Provincial Program and one extended 

boys squad participated in a Provincial Training Program that culminated in selections to the 2015 

India Club Tournament and National Championships (girls). The Train to Compete ‘Team BC’ 

Provincial Program places an emphasis on the execution of a solid technical skill base and 

tactical systems in a pressured environment. This program is an outcome based competitive 

program culminating in an 8 team Championship setting for the girls. Regular training took place 

from June until August and the teams took part in competitive events which included the India 

Club Tournament and the U18 National Championship. Results from the 2015 National 

Championship were as follows: 

Girls U18 National Results: Team BC Blue – Silver. Team BC White - Bronze 

Congratulations to all Train to Compete Team BC athletes, coaches and managers! 


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. Launched in the summer of 2013, the Field 

Hockey BC Foundation currently has invested capital totaling $145,000 with the 

Society’s short-term goal to reach $250,000 by the end of 2016. 

Make a tax deductible donation today at www.fhbcfoundation.com 

HELP US REACH OUR GOAL OF 

$250,000 BY DECEMBER 2016 

DONATE TODAY! 

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. 

Support an Athlete Today! 

WWW.FHBCFOUNDATION.COM 



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. 




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. 




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. 

Providing Dual Indoor 

and Outdoor World 

Class Facilities 



Celebrating Field Hockey B.C’s. 

Celebrating Field Hockey B.C’s. 


10th Anniversary! 

10th Anniversary! 



Club Championships Review (by Kathryn Porhan) 

This year saw over 1100 registered participants and event staff take part in the six club 

championship events. We were thrilled to have a mix of returning host clubs as well as having 

new clubs take on the role of playing host to the sixty-eight teams participating in this year's club 

championship events. 

Thank you to the many club representatives, parents, and athletes who volunteered their time to 

make these events a success once again! 

Learn to Train (U13) Boys’ Festival 

The U13 Boys' Festival was held June 6th at 

Eric Hamber Secondary School. We would like 

to thank the Vancouver Hawks FHC and their 

volunteer support for hosting this event. 

Participating teams for 2015 included: 

Victoria Boys 1 

Vancouver White Hawks 

Vancouver Red Hawks 

Vancouver Blue Hawks 

Victoria Vampires 

Delta Falcons 

Surrey Lions 

WV Hurricanes 

Train to Train (U15) Boys' 

Championships 

The U15 Boys' Club Championships took place 

on June 13th and 14th at the University of 

Victoria, where the Victoria Junior Field 

Hockey League played host for this year's 

event. The results for this event were: 

1. Gobind Savar 2. Surrey Panthers 

3. Surrey Lions 4. India Club 

5. Victoria 6. Cowichan Cowboys 

Action from the U13 Boys’ Festival 



Club Championships (continued) 

Learn to Train (U13) Girls’ Festival 

The U13 Girls' Festival took place over the weekend of June 13th and 14th at Burnaby Lake 

West. This event was a success thanks to Burnaby Lake FHC and the volunteer crew that 

supported throughout the entire weekend. Participating teams for 2015 included: 

Division One 

Delta Falcons Falcon Chix, Tri-City Daredevils 

Tri-City Mustangs II, Vancouver Hawks Select, 

Victoria 2, WV Blue Sharks, WV Dragonflies, 

WV Grey Wolves, WV Hericanes, WV Lightning, 

WV Lightning Bolts, WV Mighty Daredevils, 

WV Orcas, WV Pumas, WV Sparkling Orcas, 

WV Roadrunners. WV Wildcats, 

WV U 13 Cheetahs. 

Division Two 

Burnaby Thunder A, Burnaby Thunder B, 

Burnaby Lakers, Chilliwack Pink Panthers, 

Delta Falcons White, Victoria 1, 

Richmond Woodpeckers, WV U12 Hornets, 

Vancouver Hawks Select II, WV U12 Jaguars 

WV U12 Boomerangs, WV U12 Dolphins. 

Division Three 

U12 Richmond Flickers, Tri City Mustangs. 




Train to Train (U15) Girls’ Championship 

The U15 Girls' Club Championship was held in Chilliwack on the weekend of June 6th and 7th. 

Thank you for the organizing and support from the Chilliwack Pink Panthers in helping make this 

event a success. Results for this event were: 

Div. 1 Results: 

1. Vancouver Hawks 2. Richmond Eagles 

3. Field Hockey Factory 4. WV Crushers 

5. TC Spitfires 6. India Club 

Div. 2 Results: 

1. Burnaby Storm 2. Victoria 1 

3. Surrey Sharks 4. Kelowna Lakers 

5. Victoria 2 6. Chilliwack Pink Panthers 

Vancouver Hawks - Division One Champions 

Burnaby Storm - Division Two Champions 




Train to Compete (U18) Girls’ and Boys’ Championships 

FHBC hosted the U18 Girls' and Boys’ Club Championships at Tamanawis Park in Surrey, on the 

weekend of May 30th and 31st. Results from the tournaments were: 

Girls’ Div. 1 Results: 

1. India Club 

2. Vancouver Hawks Select 

3. Cowichan 

4. West Vancouver Eagles 

5. Burnaby Explosion 

6. Vancouver Black Hawks 

Girls’ Div. 2 Results: 

1. Tri-City Express 

2. Chilliwack Pink Panthers 

3. Richmond Pelicans 

4. Surrey Hammerhead 

Sharks 

Boys’ Results: 

1. United Brothers 

2. Vancouver Hawks Select 

3. India Club 

4. Burnaby Lakers 

5. St. Georges (tie) 

5. Victoria (tie) 

India Club - Division One Winners 

United Brothers - Division One Winners 

Tri City Express - Division Two Winners 


Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition 

and Annual Awards Dinner 2014 

Ceremonies: 

Welcome 

Brenda Rushton 

Mark Saunders 

Jennifer Chohan 

FHBC Board of Directors 

FHBC Executive Director 

FHBC Athlete Program Team 


Volunteer Recognition 

and Annual Awards 

Dinner 2014 

Presented by 


Friday, 

November 7, 2014 

The Heritage Hall 

Vancouver 

British Columbia 

Senior Male Player 

of the Year 

Richard Hildreth 

Senior Female Player 

of the Year 

Danielle Hennig 

Junior Male Player of the Year 

(Under 18) 

Arshjit (Amrit) Sidhu 

Junior Female Player of the 

Year (Under 18) 

Kristina Walters-Shumka 

Junior Male Player of the 


Jamie Wallace 

Junior Female Player of the 


Sara Goodman 

Barbara Schrodt Award 

Gail Williams 

Contribution to Men’s Field 

Hockey 

Colbin Wong 

Coach of the Year 

Inderpal (Indy) Sehmbi 

Female Umpire of the Year 

Julie Brereton 

Male Umpire of the Year 

Patrick (Pat) Dunn 

Player Recognition Awards 

2014 Youth Olympic Silver 

Medalists: 

Brandon Pereira 

Balraj Panesar 

Vikram Sandhu 

Arshjit (Amrit) Sidhu 

Harbir Sidhu 

Athlete Program Support: 


Robbee Swan 

Event Hosting and 

Facility Support: 

Sophie Pilkington 

Jo-Ann Harrington 

Club Support: 

Charlotte Hadwen 

Anne Smith 

Baljinder Grewal 

Deneen Asano 

Looking Back at Last Year’s Awards Dinner (2014) 

Now in its seventh 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 2014 dinner 

was held at the Heritage Hall in Vancouver on November 7th and was attended by 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. 



and Annual Awards Dinner 2014 

Male Player of the Year 

This award was presented to Ian Baggott, on behalf of Richard 

Hildreth. Richard receives this award as recognition of his on-going 

commitment and achievement with the Canadian National Team. 

Richard achieved his first cap against South Africa in 2004. A decade 

later, Richard has represented the Canadian Team at the 

Commonwealth Games, the World Cup and the Pan-American Games, 

winning Gold in 2007. 

Female Player of the Year 

This award was presented to Dani Hennig (pictured with Jamie 

Williams, Sales Director of Kukri Sports Canada). Danni receives this 

award as recognition of her commitment and achievement with the 

Canadian National Team. She was selected to the Senior National 

Team in 2010, achieving her first cap against India in Vancouver. 

Danni’s career highlights to date include multiple FIH events, as well as 

representation at the Pan American Games in 2011 and the recent 

Commonwealth Games in Glasgow this past summer. 

Junior Under 18 Female Player of the Year 

Sponsored by Kukri Sports Canada 

Kristina with her parents. 

The Junior Under 18 Female Player of the Year award was presented 

to Kristina Walters-Shumka by Jamie Williams. Kristina’s Team BC 

Coach writes, “Kristina was our unsung hero. She showed the ability 

to play as part of the team and as an individual able to influence a 

game. She showed her professionalism to work hard at each and every 

practice even after the long ferry rides from the Island. She led by 

example and was extremely coachable.” 

Junior Under 18 Male Player of the Year 


The Junior Under 18 Male Player of the Year award was presented to 

Amrit Sidhu by Jamie Williams, Sales Director of Kukri Sports 

Canada. 

Amrit with his parents. 

Amrit has been part of the Team BC program for a number of years, 

culminating in his recent selection to the Canadian Youth Olympic 

squad this past summer. Coach Indy writes, “Amrit has applied himself 

extremely well as a Provincial Athlete for many years. He is both 

committed and diligent in his efforts to become a better player and it is 

a pleasure to assist in Amrit’s development as an athlete.” 



and Annual Awards Dinner 2014 (continued) 

Junior Under 15 Male Player of the Year 


The Junior Under 15 Male Player of the Year award was presented to 

Jamie Wallace by Jamie Williams. Jamie was selected to the top 

Under 15 BC Team competing at this year’s Under 16 National 

Championship in West Vancouver, with the team bringing back the 

silver medal. His Team BC coach writes, “Jamie’s technical abilities 

allow him to have a big impact in games and training.” 

Junior Under 15 Female Player of the Year 


The Junior Under 15 Female Player of the Year award was presented 

to Sara Goodman by Jamie Williams. 

Sara was a leader for the Under 15 BC Blue team that captured a 

Silver medal at this year's U16 National Championship. Her Team BC 

Coach writes, “Sara is a young athlete who leads by example, has a 

competitive drive, excellent work rate, and a team first mentality. This 

helped bring the team together both on and off the field.” 

Barbara Schrodt Award - Gail Williams 

The Barbara Schrodt Award was presented to Gail Williams and is an 

award presented to “someone who has made a difference to women’s 

field hockey in BC”. Over the last 6 years, Gail has been technical 

advisor, judge, officer and director for a multitude of local, regional, 

provincial, and national events across BC. 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. Gail 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. 

Contribution to Men’s Field Hockey - Colbin Wong 

The Contribution to Men’s Field Hockey Award was presented to 

Colbin Wong by Brenda Rushton. A long-time supporter of the 

Vancouver Men’s Field Hockey League, Colbin agreed to step into the 

considerable shoes of Patrick Oswald and take on the position of 

President of the league’s Board of Directors for the season 2011-2012. 

As with many of our community volunteers, Colbin has continued in 

this role, now entering his third year in office, and we sincerely hope 

that this award goes some way to recognising his on-going contribution 

to our sport. 




Men’s Coach of the Year - Indy Sehmbi 

The Coach of the Year Award was presented to Indy Sehmbi. Indy 

continues to nurture athlete development at a club, provincial, and 

national level and Field Hockey BC is proud to recognise this, as well 

as his significant contribution in leading the Canadian Youth Olympic 

team at this year’s Youth Olympic Games in China. 

Peter Lawless (COC) wrote, “I was absolutely amazed by the 

Canadian team's performance. It was clear that our team was punching 

above its weight. This team had that magical element we all need in 

sport - belief. He was remarkable with his team.” 

Youth Olympic Silver Medallists 

In recognition of the considerable achievement in winning the Silver 

medal at the 2014 Youth Olympic Games, Field Hockey BC is proud to 

award its first Player Recognition Awards to the five members of the 

team from BC. 

Pictured (l-r) - Indy Sehmbi (coach), Amrit Sidhu, Brandon Pereira (C), 

Harbir Sidhu, Vikram Sandhu and Balraj Panesar. 

Female Umpire of the Year - Julie Brereton 

The Female Umpire of the Year Award was presented to Julie 

Brereton by Brenda Rushton. Although there are many umpires 

across BC who play an integral role in the development of our sport, 

there is none more deserving over the course of the last year than Julie 

Brereton. Julie has been active at more events across BC than any 

other female umpire during the last year, has worked as an umpire 

mentor at both the club and provincial level, and took on a leadership 

role in the hosting and officials’ management of our largest club festival 

of 2014. 

Male Umpire of the Year - Pat Dunn 

The Male Umpire of the Year Award was presented to Pat Dunn by 

Brenda Rushton. There was only one umpire who attended more 

events and took on more assignments than Julie, our Female Umpire 

of the Year, and that was Pat Dunn. This award, however, is not given 

solely on the amount of work taken on but recognises the impact and 

quality of the work and the dedication of the individual concerned. Pat 

is an invaluable asset to field hockey in BC, delivering a quality 

experience to athletes but also in taking the time to mentor other 

officials. In some small way we hope that this award recognises the 

contribution Pat continues to make within our community. 




Introduction - A volunteer is defined as “a person who freely offers to undertake a task”. Our field 

hockey community has a great many volunteers and tonight 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 Athlete Program Support, 

Field Hockey BC would like to recognise: 


This award was presented to Heather by Jenn Chohan. 

Heather is one of the busiest people we know with an incredible ability 

to manage multiple Field Hockey BC programs at the same time on 

the Island. Heather was involved with both Regional and Provincial 

Programs as a manager last season and has daughters in the Learn to 

Train, Train to Train and Train to Compete stages! 

Heather is a crucial resource for Field Hockey BC as she answers 

numerous questions from families, sorts out logistics, sends out clear 

communication, takes beautiful action shots and makes time for the 

small things that make a big difference. 

Heather is a perennial champion. We are so lucky to have the 

opportunity to work with her and we hope in some small way this 

award shows our gratitude for everything she does. 

Robbee Swan 

This award was presented to Robbee by Jenn Chohan. 

Robbee has been a leader for Field Hockey BC in the Interior because 

of her involvement as a Manager for both Regional and Provincial 

Programming. 

This past season she managed squads in both programs which 

involved countless hours sorting out carpooling, team get-togethers, 

communications and more! Robbee is a joy to work with because of 

her pro activity and desire to help anywhere she can to make these 

programs successful. 

In addition, Robbee has always been an important voice for Field 

Hockey BC in the Interior in spreading the word so families know about 

opportunities to play field hockey. 




In the category of Event Hosting Support, 


Sophie Pilkington 

Two years ago Sophie took over the unenviable task of managing the 

Beer Garden operations for the Vancouver International Tournament, 

an event hosted by Field Hockey BC. Some might say that this job has 

some obvious merit, but this is very much an essential service in Field 

Hockey BC’s hosting of this event, and the organisation and time 

commitment required is significant. With the support of her husband, 

Tim, the Pilkington’s have taken point in enhancing this event and have 

always done so with a smile on their face. 

In the category of Facility Support, 


Jo-Ann Harrington 

Jo-Ann continues to be a key contributor to the programs and services 

offered by the West Vancouver Field Hockey Club. In her role as 

facility coordinator Jo-Ann has and continues to be a huge asset to 

both the Club and to Field Hockey BC in the coordination of field times 

and field allocation on the North Shore. 

We cannot thank Jo-ann enough for her continued support. 

Regrettably, Jo-Ann is unable to be here this evening so accepting this 

award on her behalf is Eric Broom, Coaching Director on the Field 

Hockey BC Board of Directors. 

Community Club and League Awards 

On behalf of Vancouver Hawks Field Hockey Club 

Charlotte Hadwen 

The Vancouver Hawks club is proud to nominate Charlotte Hadwen. 

Her dedication, energy and commitment to field hockey is clearly 

evidenced by the numerous hours she has given to umpiring and 

coaching over the years. 

Charlotte is an outstanding Nationally rated umpire who has mentored 

Junior Hawks umpires and umpired their games for many years. 

She can also be relied upon to umpire at Provincial, Regional and Club 

tournaments throughout the year. 




Community Club and League Awards - continued 

On Behalf of Cowichan Field Hockey Club 

Anne Smith 

The award was presented to Heather Goodman, on behalf of Anne. 

Anne has been an active player and junior coach with Cowichan Field 

Hockey for many years. Anne was our indoor junior coordinator and 

has been the club’s secretary and registrar for over 5 years – which is 

a huge undertaking! If we need a volunteer, Anne is there. She has 

helped on countless committees and at junior, ladies, and indoor 

tournaments. I can’t begin to add up all of the volunteer hours she has 

given to the club. 

On Behalf of United Brothers Field Hockey Club 

Baljinder Grewal 

Baljinder has been associated with the United Brothers Field Hockey 

Club for last 7 years and has been coaching the club’s Under 14 to 

Under 18 programs ever since. He is a very dedicated volunteer coach 

and has led Under 18 boys’ team to three provincial championships. 

He also coached as part of the Boys’ U15 Team BC program for 

national championships. Baljinder is a huge asset to the club and we 

hope this award goes some way in expressing our gratitude. 

On Behalf of Burnaby Field Hockey Club 

Deneen Asano 

Deneen has been a major contributor to Burnaby Field Hockey Club in 

her role as Club Treasurer. She has gone above and beyond the 

responsibilities of her role and has taken on many other projects. Most 

recently, Deneen has been involved in the project to bring a waterbased 

turf to Burnaby. Furthermore, Deneen was part of a group that 

started a Junior Academy for children under the age of 12 and she 

maintains an ardent supporter of grass roots development and 

program opportunity. 

It is our pleasure to recognize the impact Deneen has in nominating 

her for a Field Hockey BC Volunteer Recognition Award. 

Field Hockey BC thanks Kukri Sports Canada 

for its Continued Support of the Annual 

Junior Athlete of the Year Awards. 



BC Women’s Junior Indoor Championship 

Shawnigan Lake School finished atop a strong field at the 2015 BC Indoor Field Hockey 

Championships at Chemainus Secondary School on January 24 and 25. 

The defending provincial AAA high school champions, Shawnigan went undefeated at the sixteam 

tournament to place first. 

The school earned wins over the Calgary Cougars (7-1), the Tsunami (9-1), the Island Wildcats 

(5-3), Brentwood College School (9-1) and the Typhoon (4-2). 

Second place in the tournament went to the Island Wildcats, who boasted half a dozen Cowichan 

Valley players in their lineup. 

(Story and photo by Kevin Rothbauer - Cowichan Valley Citizen) 

Final Standings 

1. Shawnigan Lake School 2. Island Wildcats 

3. Typhoon 4. Brentwood College 

5. Calgary Cougars 6. Tsunami 

BC Women’s Senior Indoor Championship 

The Senior Women's BC Indoor Championships took place in Duncan at the Island Savings 

Centre on January 31-February 1. With fifteen pool play games taking place to determine the 

winner, the University of Victoria's White team took home the title of 'champion' after going 3-2-0 

over the course of the weekend. 

Results: 

1. UVic White 

2. Wildcats White 

3. Islanders 

4. UBC 

5. UVic Blue 

6. Wildcats Black 

(Photos courtesy 

Heather Goodman/ 

Yasuko Lowes) 

UVic White 

2015 Champions Action from the tournament 



FHC Hall of Fame 

British Columbia Inductees into the Field Hockey Canada of Fame 

Inducted in the pioneer 

category, Dr. Harry Warren 

is commonly known as the 

father of field hockey in 

Canada. And like many in 

the sport, his involvement 

began as a young player. 

His efforts resulted in field hockey being 

recognized as an Olympic sport by the 

Canadian Olympic Committee, and paved the 

way for field hockey players - for decades to 

come - to be a part of the world’s biggest 

tournament. 

In many respects, field hockey in Canada is 

what it is today because of Dr. Harry Warren. 

He received many honours throughout his life, 

including the order of British Columbia and the 

Order of Canada. 

Inducted in the builder 

category, Sumesh Putra 

has long been a part of field 

hockey in Canada since he 

moved. As an umpire, 

Sumesh has travelled the 

world and has presided over 

matches in all of field 

h o c k e y ’ s b i g g e s t 

tournaments. n total, Sumesh represented 

Canada in 127 international matches and 

officiated in two Olympic Games, three World 

Cups, a Commonwealth Games, Pan 

American Games and two Champions Trophy 

tournaments. 

Sumesh says his lengthy career as an 

international official, which lasted twenty 

years, can be attributed to two simple keys to 

success: confidence and support. 

Inducted in the athlete 

category, Paul “Bubli” 

Chohan is one of the most 

a c c o m p l i s h e d a n d 

experienced athletes in the 

history of Canadian field 

hockey. Bubli competed in 317 

senior matches for Canada 

and was a staple on the 

international scene in a career which spanned 

more than two decades. 

Paul ended up competing in three Olympic 

Games, three World Cups and a whopping six 

Pan American Games. It all began in 1976 

where he and the Canadians were the host 

team at the Montreal Olympics. 

With 317 caps under his belt, Paul is one of 

only three players who have played 300 

matches for Canada. 

Inducted in the athlete 

c a t e g o r y , N a n c y 

Mollenhauer was a part of 

the Canadian Women’s 

National Field Hockey Team 

at a time when it was at its 

peak. During the 1980s, she 

was an integral part of a team 

which qualified for every 

major international games, and which medaled 

three times in that span, making her one of the 

most accomplished female hockey players in 

this country’s history. 

She went on to compete at the provincial level, 

then with the Canadian Junior National Team, 

and eventually had a lengthy career with 

Canada’s senior team. She competed in two 

Olympic Games, two World Cups and a Pan 

American Games. 



National Teams Review 

Year In Review (by Shaheed Devji) 

The stakes were high in 2015 for the Canadian Men’s and Women’s Field Hockey Teams. With 

Olympic qualification on the line and a major tournament – the 2015 Pan American Games – 

held on home soil in Toronto, the year was one to remember. 

World League and Olympic Qualification 

With the 2016 Olympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil right around the corner, the 

International Hockey Federation’s World League tournament was in full swing this year. 

The World League tournament was one of two chances countries had to qualify for the 2016 

Olympics, with the other being a country’s Continental Championship, which for Canada was the 

Pan Am Games. 

To qualify for the Olympics through World League, the Canadian teams needed to reach the 

Round 3 of the multi-stage, multi-year tournament and finish in the top three to guarantee a spot 

in Rio. Both teams accomplished their goal with the Women finishing second in Dublin and Men 

ending up third in San Diego. 

Round 3 is where Olympic qualification was on the line. A top three finish in the tournament, 

guaranteed a 2016 Olympic berth, but a top four of five placing would also give teams a shot at 

qualification through a combination of World Ranking and Continental Championship results. 

For the Canadian men, the tournament was held in the Argentina and it will go down in history as 

one of the most dramatic and successful tournaments the Canadian men have played. 

The team opened the tournament with two straight wins – the first against a team higher than 

them in standings in Spain. The quick start not only gave Canada confidence, but put them in a 

good spot to finish high in the tournament. All they needed to do was win their quarterfinal game, 

and they would be guaranteed a top four finish. 

The quarterfinal was played against a team 

Canada knew well: New Zealand. The Canadians 

had been in New Zealand to play a series of 

matches against the Blacksticks earlier in the 

year. 

The game was played evenly and Canada – as 

they did all tournament – received an all-word 

performance from goalkeeper David Carter. 


Scott Tupper (center) celebrating with Adam Froese 

(Photo courtesy Yan Huckendubler) 



National Teams Review (cont’d) 

There was no score through regulation, so the game needed a shootout to decided a winner. The 

shootout went a whopping fourteen rounds, with Carter making some miraculous saves to keep 

Canada in it. In the end, Adam Froese scored with a chance to win to give Canada the victory. 

Canada ended up finishing fourth and all but guaranteed themselves a spot at the 2016 

Olympics. 

At their World League Round 3 in Valencia, Spain, the Canadian women were in tough to finish 

in the top three or four, as they were the ninth ranked out of ten teams in the tournament. The 

Canadians improved throughout the tournament and ended up beating Ukraine to finish ninth 

and in line with their ranking. 

The Pan American Games 

For the first time since 1999, Canada hosted the Pan American Games. The region’s top 

summer athletes – including field hockey players - were welcomed to Toronto for the Games. For 

the Canadian women, it was a chance to make history. 

Canada’s Women’s National Team hadn’t medaled at 

the Pan American Games since the last time the Games 

were held in Canada sixteen years prior. The women 

met Uruguay in the quarterfinal, winning 2-0 and despite 

a loss to the U.S. in the semifinal, which ended their 

2016 Olympic hopes, they had a lot to play for in the 

bronze medal match. Matching up against Chile, who 

they beat in a shootout at World League Round 2, 

Canada was able to secure a spot in the history books. 

The game once again was close and late in the game, 

Ontario native Brienne Stairs scored the winner, giving 

Canada the bronze medal. 

Photo courtesy Yan Huckendubler 

The men also had a chance to etch their spot in history. Canada’s men hadn’t qualified for the 

Olympic since the 2008 Games in Beijing. With Argentina earning a spot in the tournament final, 

Canada needed to beat Brazil in the semifinal to officially qualify for the Olympic Games. The 

game was closer than expected, with the Brazilians giving Canada all they could handle. It once 

again went to the shootout, and once again Adam Froese found the ball on his stick with a 

chance to win. For the third time in eighteen month, Froese scored the winner in a shootout and 

Canada won and qualified for Rio. The win also sent the Canadians to the Pan Am Games gold 

medal against Argentina for the eleventh straight time. The Argentinians won the game 3-0 to 

take gold, leaving Canada with the Silver medal. 

2015 was a busy year and with the 2016 Olympics around the corner for the men, and the 

women starting a new four year cycle with their eyes set on the 2020 Games, 2016 promises to 

be just as eventful. Visit fieldhockey.ca to follow along the journey of Canada’s National Teams. 



2015 Vancouver International Tournament 

Congratulations to the Winners! 

Division First Second Third 

Mixed Social Burnaby Lake Okanagan Jokers Blue 

Women’s Social Queen Vics Seattle Salt Zoo/Storm (tie) 

Women’s Masters Naimox Seattle Shakers West Vancouver 

Judy Broom Award 

Given to the team that best 

exemplifies Judy’s spirit of 

friendship, fair play and love of the 

game. Awarded to: 

Hotflash 

Jennifer Pearson Award 

Given to the team that best exemplifies Jennifer’s 

extremely generous spirit of volunteerism. She was 

one of the initial VIT organizing committee members in 

1995. Awarded to: 

Queen Vics 

Action from the Tournament! 

Judy Broom Award 

Hotflash 

Mixed Social Division 

Burnaby Lake 

Women’s Social 

Jennifer Pearson Award 

Queen Vics 

Women’s Masters Division 

Naimox 



Island News - By Ali Lee 

Milena Gaiga Inducted into UVic Hall of Fame 

Women’s field hockey player Milena Gaiga competed for the Vikettes 

in two stints, first in 1985-87 during her bachelors and then again from 

1989-93 when she completed her masters. In her five years Gaiga 

helped the Vikettes claim two gold, one silver and two bronze medals 

at CIAU national championships. In addition, Gaiga was a three-time 

conference all-star and two-time CIAU second team All-Canadian. 

Ali Lee is a former 

international for Canada 

having competed at the 2004 

Junior World Cup and 2010 

XIX Commonwealth Games. 

Following her playing career, 

s h e w o r k e d i n 

communications with the 

I n t e r n a t i o n a l H o c k e y 

Federation and the Pan 

A m e r i c a n H o c k e y 

Federation. 

She currently works at UVic 

a s t h e a t h l e t i c s 

communications officer. 

In 1993, Gaiga was named UVic’s President’s Cup winner, awarded to 

an outstanding senior athlete who best combines scholastic 

achievement and athletic ability. Gaiga, also a two-time national 

championship all-star, continued her talents to the world stage where 

she competed for Canada from 1989 to 1993. Gaiga helped Canada 

finish seventh at the Barcelona Olympics in 1992, which is Canada’s 

women’s field hockey team’s last-ever appearance at an Olympic 

games. 

Gaiga was also a big part of the success of the 2008 Women’s Field 

Hockey Olympic Qualifier hosting committee, organizing the volunteer 

group, and she was an icon in the success of the rebuilding of the 

Victoria Junior Field Hockey Association, serving as President for 

many years. 

Congratulations to Milena on receiving this prestigious award. 

VILFHA League and Playoff Winners Crowned 

Congratulations to the teams below for their success in the season. Both Division 2 and Division 

3 playoff finals went to shootouts. The Kestrels beat out the Ravens in the Division 3 final, while 

the Sailors beat out the Cardinals in Division 2. In Division 1, a late deflection goal gave Lynx 1 

the playoff title over the Mariners with a 2-1 final score line. 

Congratulations also to the Mariners (Div 1), Sailors (Div 2) and Ravens (Div 3) for winning the 

overall league titles, for the most accumulated points from September to April. 

2014-15 VILFHA Award Winners 

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. Winner: Ali Lee, Mariners 




Island News (continued) 

2014-15 VILFHA AWARD WINNERS (continued) 

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

association. 

Winner: Sunny Jun 

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 after her daughter. 

Winner: Sharon White 

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. 

Winners: Lexi De Armond and Sara Lowes 

SPORTSMANSHIP AWARDS: These awards are given out annually to the most sportsmanship 

team in each division. Each team votes for a team in their division they felt was the most 

sportsmanlike. 

Division 1: Lynx 1 Division 2: Blue Jays Division 3: Renegades 

DIVISION MOST VALUABLE PLAYERS: These awards are given annually to the player who is 

voted most outstanding within the division they are registered. This player will impact the league 

through leadership, ability or service to their team. 

Div. 1 - Ali Lee (Mariners) 

Div. 3 - Theresa Kennedy (Demons/Devils) 

Div. 2 - Sara Brant (Sailors) 

LEAGUE WINNERS: Division 1 - Mariners Division 2 - Sailors Division 3 - Ravens 

PLAY-OFF WINNERS: Division 1 - Lynx 1 Division 2 - Sailors Division 3 - Kestrels 

ALL-STAR TEAMS 

Division 1 - Lexi De Armond, Karen Ward, Ali Lee, Kira Graham, Emily Fisher, Sam Purcell, 

Madison Koniuk, Heather Wheatley, Sara Goodman, Sara Lowes, Robin Fleming. 

Division 2 - Anna Mollenhauer, Jocey Charlton, Nicole Gaul, Ashton Aumen, Alyssa Davidson, 

Jill Roberts, Teresa Wong, Jaime Sharpe, Jenna Lucas, Sara Brant, Kelsey Havens. 

Division 3 - Dana Dickinson, Nicole Little, Stella Wallner, Jill Dayton, Morgan Battie, 

Teresa Gregus, Erica Kjekstad, Catherine Fracy, Jaime Boyle, Hilary Wickware, Theresa 

Kennedy, Cathy Boraston, Zena McCreary, Anita Lam, Sharon White. 


Thanks to all the photographers who contributed 

to the pictures used in this publication! 


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