Nominations are open until Friday, April 17th!
The Squash Ontario junior community is truly where the “leaders of tomorrow play junior squash today”; a very special collection of student athletes and young people making a difference in the world from around the province. With thanks to the vision of the Jesters of Ontario and in particular chair Bert Keene and Jeff Deverill, we will once again recognize the brightest lights of 2019-20 in sportsmanship, on-court excellence, commitment to improvement and coaching achievement.
The following awards will tentatively be presented at the 2020 Assante Wealth Management Ontario Junior Open, scheduled for May 1-3, 2020, at The Club at White Oaks. Nominations are accepted until April 17th, 2020.
U19 Jim Mason Fair Play Award - In the spirit of Jim Mason, the Fair Play Award recognizes the leading U19 male and female who show commitment and passion for the game, mentorship and leadership to others, and above all else, respect to community members on and off the court. This award is accompanied by a $250 bursary each and is presented by Hall of Famer Rob Brooks on behalf of the Mason family.
U15 & U13 William Bannerman Spirit of the Game Award – This award is presented to one male and one female in each U15 and U13 category who display the utmost sportsmanship and respect for the game and a genuine love and joy of the sport that is infectious. This player is likely to play squash for life, encourage and coach others of any level and be a humble and enthusiastic shepherd of the sport. This player is not necessarily someone who has achieved high performance success, but someone who will clearly impact the sport and other players through his or her "spirit of the game". This award is accompanied by a $250 bursary each with thanks to the Bannerman/Crossman family.
Mark Sachvie Coaching Achievement Award - This award was created by the Board of Directors of Squash Ontario to recognize outstanding coaches in Ontario. It is presented to a coach who has consistently exhibited, espoused and taught the principles of respect, integrity and fair play and who portrays a positive role model both for the game of squash and for the coaching profession. There is no greater honor for a coach in Ontario then to follow in the footsteps of hall of famer and great patriarch of our community, Mark Sachvie.
U19 & U15 Player of the Year – This award recognizes excellence on the court in concert with leadership off it and will be presented to top performers throughout the season. It is awarded to one male and one female in each of the U19 and U15 categories and will be an athlete that has not only achieved domestic success but has excelled on an international stage.
U19 & U15 Most Improved Player – This award recognizes the commitment and dedication of those athletes that have improved the most in the past 12 months of play. It is awarded to one male and one female in each of the U19 and U15 categories.
With thanks to the Jesters, the annual Squash Ontario Junior Recognition program is an important way for athletes, coaches, parents, officials and volunteers to reflect on the season past and celebrate those that contributed to making our community extra special.
Please click below to nominate your squash community members today!
