This annual award was donated in 2002 by Fred DesRochers, who is a RMHA Life Member, was a coach, divisional manager, and President in the 1970's and 80's. After leaving RMHA, he was owner of the Richmond Sockeyes. The Richmond Sockeyes currently[when?] Richmond would end up dominating the Aldergrove Kodiaks in four games to claim their 9th PJHL title. It is my hope that the PJHL continues to provide opportunities to assist as many players as possible to make successful transitions to post-secondary hockey, or higher junior hockey opportunities including at the Junior A, USports, ACHA and NCAA levels and more successful transitions from hockey to the world of work and life. permissions/licensing, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com. Now thats how you respond! November 23, 2022 PJHL Media The PJHL has named its Players of the Week for the week ending Nov. 20 Rocco La Cara, F, Richmond Sockeyes - Scoring a goal in each of his team's three games for the week, La Cara helped the Sockeyes to four of a possible six points. Kheleh (24/28), Popa (27/31) Nationality. The 2014-2015 season marked the best season in franchise history winning the PJHL Division Championship beating Richmond Sockeyes by 1 point for 1st in league and in Harold Britain Conference. @myhockeytv It wont be Judd Lambert who stepped down at the end of last season after guiding Richmond for nine of the last 10 years. Republication or distribution of this content is 7:00 PM In a tweet Monday, the Sockeyes congratulated goaltender Marcus Cumberworth and forward Garrett Wicks on their individual achievements. 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Taking a system approach, you understand Game 1 is game one and Game 44 is game 44, but its still a process that goes in between. @delta_ice_hawks #sockeyes #sockeyeshockey #richmond #delta #thepjhl #timetorespawn #circleback #madeofhockey #juniorhockey #hockey #bchockey #thepjhlplayoffs, Its GAMEDAY He died in an industrial accident Saturday, June 21, 1997. The Sockeyes play their home games at Minoru Arena in central Richmond. particularly with six players over [], The British Columbia Hockey Conference announced today the rosters for the KIJHL and PJHL teams that will compete in the first annual BCHC Prospects Game on Tuesday, November 22nd at the Sardis Sports Complex in Chilliwack, BC. Then they defeated the Red Deer Rustlers of the Alberta Junior Hockey League for the Doyle Cup 4-games-to-3. It was a league the (WHL) used to send back some of their 16-year-olds it was an older league, it was a tough league so it had a little bit of everything and for me as a young player, to be able to just handle the chippiness and just the level of veteran guys in that league, it was great for me.. LORNE FRAME MEMORIAL AWARD - Hockey Player of the Year. However, over the past three seasons, the Sockeyes have lost in the first round of the playoffs. The Sockeyes depth was again a big factor in their success in the gruelling schedule as valuable contributions from Jordan Andrews, Derek Hughes, Bret Higham, William Latimer and affiliate player Austin Adamson proved crucial. Photo by Graeme Wood/Richmond News Despite entering his first year as a head coach in junior hockey, Steve Robinson says he's going to take much of the same approach he took on the bench over the past six . owners.[when?] After leaving RMHA, he was owner of the Richmond Sockeyes. Andrew Wolf Director of Player Development, Brady Douglas Director of Sales & Marketing, Michael Araki-Young Team Photographer & Social Media, Duncan Brow Game Day Events Coordinator, Now thats how you respond! This trophy is awarded annually to an adult who has contributed far and beyond the anticipated levels of time, devotion and loyalty to the improvement of hockey in the Richmond Minor Hockey Association. Since he took over in May, Bayne Koen fresh from various coaching roles in Port Moody and Prince George and now full-time with the Delta Hockey Academy has been seriously limited in what he can do with his roster on the ice. Thats the common ground, even if the kids have different goals as to why theyre playing. They were named the "Sockeyes" by the original owner and longtime Richmond resident and B.C. Cumberworth finished first in the league in goals-against average (2.27) and first in the league in save percentage (.928). 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The decision was made shortly before the Sockeyes 6-5 double overtime victory over the Delta Ice Hawks on Thursday night. This award is given to an on-ice official who best exemplifies excellence in officiating and who displays the capability and desire to further his/her officiating skills. They went 50 in the round-robin and outscored the provincial championship teams from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario by a total of 3910. Richmond's Evan Dunfee hits best season opener race time, Richmond skaters make senior debut at nationals, Richmond synchro swimmers recognized by BC Artistic Swimming. I hockey for eight seasons now and head coach Greg Powers has been the man behind the bench for the whole ride. Ravens host first Ice Classic tournament since 2019, Sponsor support ensures youth soccers growth, Talented Sadana steps up for victorious Jets, Richmonds Valerie Wideski dominates on rugby field, Sockeyes drop pair of high-scoring affairs. With 63 points in 44 games31 wins, 12 losses and one overtime loss . The Sockeyes reformed in the Junior "B" Pacific International Junior Hockey League. rights reserved. View Judd's full profile See who you know in common Get introduced Contact Judd directly Join to view full profile Looking for career advice? @wrwhalershockey Location Richmond, BC, CAN; Capacity 1 500; Construction Year 1986; Games Date Home Team Visiting Team Score League No games found . Noah Yelizarov played hockey for RMHA from Novice to Juvenile. 7:00 PM Steve is a great guy and has been moderately successful as our coach too. View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. If the team succeeds, everyone benefits. Sockeyes Host Winter Classic Again. The Richmond Sockeyes were one of the founding members in the new Pacific Junior A Hockey League in 1973-1974 along with the Nor'Wes Caps, Coquitlam Comets, Surrey Stampeders, Chilliwack Bruins, Kerrisdale Couriers and Vancouver Junior Canucks. The Sockeyes are the league's hottest team, having won eight straight games. All Rights Reserved. You need to be ahead of the curve and do your homework, he said. This annual award is awarded to a second-year Atom "C" player demonstrating dedication to the game, playing to the best of his ability, team play, good sportsmanship, leadership, and the earned respect of teammates. CENTENNIAL ARENA Newborn baby is one of three killed in highway crash in B.C. . It is worth noting that Allison is the grandson of the Richmond Sockeyes original owner, the late Bruce Allison. Enable push notifications on your device. This copy is for your personal non-commercial use only. Its definitely a challenge, but were looking at it as a good challenge for our program, says Koen. Criteria are competence, dependability, and dedication to refereeing. 1 in the province. 7:00 PM Back Submit. The season established him as a legit prospect and shaped his future in the game, leading to his selection as a first-round NHL draft pick and a pro career that set him up for the work in hockey he does today as director of player development with the Seattle Kraken. Head Coach Richmond Sockeyes May 2007 - Present 15 years 8 months. The Richmond Sockeyes decided to part ways with first-year head coach Steve Robinson last week. The Pacific Junior Hockey League club wasn't comfortable with the longtime Seafair Minor Hockey coach also guiding the association's top Bantam team. And we will need that, as you cant take a night off in this league; you go to sleep one night and you pay the price. All Events such as these provide players with a unique opportunity to showcase their amazing talents.. Not often does a 15-year-old player make a splash in the PJHL but the waves left by Jeff Tambellini in his season with the Port Coquitlam Buckeroos still ripple in his memory to this day. And hes a former Coach of the Year, taking North Vancouver to the Cyclone Taylor Cup in Campbell River (in 2019).. We were hoping he would let it go. This award is given to a deserving graduating Midget player, with first choice going to a goalie. This award is presented to the rookie referee who best exemplifies excellence in refereeing. Next up, we visit @wrwhalershockey this Saturday the 14th. That playerJason Garrisonwent on to play in the NHL, including with the Vancouver Canucks. #gameday #hockey #juniorhockey #richmond #whiterock #siezethemoment #51yearsofproudhockey #lookingforawin #thepjhlplayoffs #cyclonetaylorcup, Hawks Swarm the Fish Tank.. CENTENNIAL ARENA Lin (2) After a fast-paced first period, that ended 00, the Sockeyes depth and focused, persistent play once again led to some quick goals and a 30 lead after two. #tunnelseries #gameday #hockey #juniorhockey #richmond #delta #siezethemoment #rivalry #firstplace #51yearsofproudhockey. 2023 Richmond Sockeyes. Next up, we visit @wrwhalershockey this Saturday the 14th. @myhockeytv I think Im a players coach; if I demand certain things, Id like to see them from the players. They faced the Saskatoon Royals for a second time in the final on Sunday, April 21. Koen noted the Sockeyes are a slight disadvantage at the moment, as Richmond is in the Vancouver Coastal Health region, which has an 18-player limit for the ice, while its Fraser Health region rivals are allowed 30 bodies out there. Were at 18 people max out on the ice right now, two groups, said Koen, who started his coaching career with the Sockeyes back in the early 2000s as assistant to Ron Johnson. 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