Week Ending November 26, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Drew Russell of the Interlake Lightning as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week, for the week ending November 26. Drew had a stellar weekend, having solid contributions with his new linemates. In two games this week Drew had 2 goals and 2 assists for 4 points. While all of his linemates found the back of the net over the weekend, Drew’s contributions stood out. The grade 11 student in his first year of U18 AAA with the Lightning, and is a prospect for the Selkirk Steelers of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.
Drew will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Drew!
Week Ending November 19, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Jaxon Jacobson of the Brandon Wheat Kings as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week for the week ending November 19. The 14 year old, Grade 10 forward put up 11 points in a stretch of 3 games in 3 nights – Jacobson found the net five times and added 6 assists. On Friday night against the Wild, Jacobson scored twice, including the game winner in OT, and added an assist. On Saturday he followed it up with another solid night on the gamesheet by chipping in with two more goals and adding 3 assists against Eastman. Jacobson finished his weekend by adding a final goal and two assists against Interlake. His 11 point weekend moved him into second place in league scoring with 25 points after only 9 games.
Jaxon was selected 5th overall by the Brandon Wheat Kings in the WHL draft this past summer. He was also the Captain of Team Manitoba at the WHL Cup, and helped the team win its first ever Gold Medal at the event.
Jaxon will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Jaxon!
Week Ending November 12, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Max Collyer of the Yellowhead Chiefs as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week, for the week ending November 12. Max, Yellowhead’s captain, lead by example this week. He tallied 8 points in 2 games this weekend versus the Eastman Selects. He had 4 goals and completed a cycle of 1 Power-play Goal, 1 Shorthanded Goal, 1 Even Strength Goal and 1 Empty Net goal. He also added 4 assists.
Max played in his 100th U18 AAA game on Sunday, helping the Chiefs earn 2 important wins. Max is a grade 12 student at Erickson Collegiate. He is a prospect for the Dauphin Kings of the MJHL.
Max will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Max!
Week Ending November 5, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce goaltender Sam Fontaine of the Eastman Selects as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week, for the week ending November 5. Sam had a very impressive weekend, winning both games he started for the Selects. He stopped 75 out of 79 shots in victories over the Southwest Cougars and Pembina Valley Hawks. His save percentage of .950 was impressive. Sam hails from Steinbach, MB, and is in his first year (2007) with the Eastman U18 AAA program.
Sam will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Sam!
Forward of the Month – October
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Brandon Corda of the Winnipeg Thrashers as the CCM Hockey Forward of the Month, for the month of October. Brandon collected 7 goals and 9 assists for 16 points in 8 games during the month. He is an alternate captain and is in his 3rd year with the Thrashers providing leadership both on and off the ice. Brandon attends Grade 12 at West Kildonan Collegiate and is affiliated with the Selkirk Steelers of the MJHL.
Defenceman of the Month – October
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey league is happy to announce Brock Assailly of the Winnipeg Bruins as the CCM Hockey Defenceman of the Month, for the month of October. Brock is a second year Bruin and an assistant captain for the team. Brock’s positive approach to the game has helped him contribute 8 points from the blue line, leading the Bruins to a 6-2-2 record to start the season. Brock started the season with a 6 game point streak and followed that up with a 2 point night in an OT win against Interlake on October 27th. Brock is a hard working player with a great attitude and that has helped earn a commitment from the Niverville Nighthawks of the MJHL for the 2024-2025 season! Brock’s contributions to the team have been an important piece of the Bruins early season success.
Goaltender of the Month – October
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Micky Gross of the Southwest Cougars as the CCM Hockey Goaltender of the Month, for October. Micky picked up 4 wins in 5 starts, including 1 shutout. He posted a 2.20 GAA and .930 save percentage to place himself in the top 3 in both categories. The Cornwallis native is ind his second year with the Cougars, and is listed with the Virden Oil Capitals of the MJHL. A competitor at heart Micky remains focused in all situations; he does not panic in adversity and is not lazy when playing with the lead. Away from the rink, Mikey has taken an interest in welding.
Week Ending October 23, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Ethan Stewart of the Brandon Wheat Kings as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week, for the week ending October 22.
Ethan, a 16-year-old Grade 11 student in his second year with the team, and is currently 5th in league scoring with 7 Goals and 12 points. He is an Assistant Captain for the Wheat Kings and has played a huge part in leading his team to 1st place, with an 8-0 record. Ethan is listed by the Brandon Wheat Kings of the WHL and was drafted 7th overall to the Dauphin Kings of the MJHL. Ethan is making his mark in the hockey world!
In two games this past weekend, Ethan hit the twine twice while adding 3 assists for an impressive 5 point output. His offense helped the Wheat Kings defeat the Parkland Rangers on their home ice in a 9-2 win Friday and beat the second place Winnipeg Thrashers Saturday to secure first 1st place.
Ethan will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Ethan!
Week Ending October 15, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce Cam Sarna of the Parkland Rangers as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week, for the week ending October 15.
In two thrilling overtime games this past weekend, forward Cam Sarna produced 3 goals. “Sarns” is a 1st year U18 AAA player from Newton, MB., currently in grade 11 at the Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School.
Cam is a feisty and gritty forward and a player trusted in all situations of the game given his competitiveness. He was drafted by the Dauphin Kings in the 2023 MJHL Draft. Cam likes rap music, is a fan of the Winnipeg Jets and Nikolaj Ehlers, while also enjoying the game of lacrosse.
Cam will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Cam!
Week Ending October 8, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is happy to announce Jonah Lemoine, of the Brandon AAA U18 Wheat Kings, as the CCM Hockey Player of the Week for the week ending October 8, 2023.
Jonah is a first year player with the Wheat Kings, being born in 2008. He attends Vincent Massey High School in Brandon and is currently in the 10th Grade.
After playing house league hockey as a first year U15 player, Jonah put up an impressive 80 point season (4th in league scoring) with the Brandon AAA U15 Wheat Kings in the Winnipeg AAA League as a second year player. He led his team in points as well as winning a Provincial Banner. Following that season Jonah was drafted in the 9th round (178th overall) to the Prince Albert Raiders.
This past weekend in Kenora, Jonah recorded 2 Goals and 4 Assists to lead his team to a 4-1 and 10-2 win over the Kenora Thistles.
Jonah will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Jonah!
Week Ending October 1, 2023
The Manitoba U18 AAA Hockey League is pleased to announce that Preston Kaludjak of the Norman Northstars is the CCM Hockey Player of the Week for the week ending October 1.
Preston played 121 minutes in two games. On Saturday night, he recorded his 1st win in the U18AAA league with a 4-1 win vs Interlake, stopping 38 of 39 shots. On Sunday, Preston back stopped 40 of 42 shots resulting in a 2-1 OT loss vs Interlake. The Northstars goaltender stopped a combined total of 78 of 81 shots and now carries a 1.49 GAA. He currently sits 2nd in the league with a .936 SV%.
Preston’s hometown is Rankin Inlet, Nunavut. He is a 16 year old player who is currently in his grade 12 year at R.D. Parker Collegiate in Thompson MB. Preston represented Team Nunavut at the National Aboriginal Hockey Championship in the 2022/23 season.
Preston will receive a gift bag full of CCM merch from our partner CCM Hockey!
Congratulations Preston!