During the 2024/25 season the 黑料不打烊 introduced the Student-Athlete of the Month Award for the four different 黑料不打烊 divisions/age brackets: Eastern, West Female, West U18 Male (U18 Prep, U17 Prep, U17) and West U15 Male (U15 Prep and U15) .

This award is aimed at recognizing the student-athletes within the 黑料不打烊 and acknowledges their hard work, dedication, commitment, leadership, academics and community impact.

We would like to congratulate these four student-athletes, who were all nominated by their programs, for their hard work in the month of January.

East Division – Connor Alward, Mount Academy

“Connor Alward is a 2010-born goaltender with the Mount Academy U17 Prep program, hailing from Stellarton, Nova Scotia. Connor joined Mount Academy this year following a strong season with Pictou County U15 AAA Major, and he has made an immediate and meaningful impact on both our school and hockey environments.

Although Connor may not be big in stature, he brings a very big positive attitude and is a larger-than-life personality within our school community. He is an outstanding young man who provides a genuine spark to our program. Connor can often be found in classrooms, study halls, on the bus, or even in hotel hallways working with fellow students on academic projects鈥攐r simply offering support and being a steady presence for teammates navigating the highs and lows of a demanding season at Mount Academy.

On the ice, Connor was initially slated to start a limited number of games. Through his work ethic, preparation, and performance, he has put himself in a position where he is being considered for more starts as we move into the next phase of our schedule. The players in front of him respect him and trust the quality he brings to each opportunity.

Recently, Connor competed in a demanding four-game set in Montr茅al, Quebec, and Cornwall, Ontario, during a stretch in which several players were sidelined by flu. The illness affected two of our goaltenders in our three-goalie system, leaving Connor without a backup for the weekend. Facing heavy workloads鈥攐ften 45+ shots per game鈥擟onnor battled through difficult outcomes, held his head high, and did everything he could for his team. While it was not an easy weekend, it was one in which Connor demonstrated resilience, maturity, and a positive mindset that helped steady and support his teammates.

Connor Alward is an extraordinary student who always submits high quality work. He is a leader in the classroom, often offering help and guidance to his peers that are facing academic challenges. He sets high expectations for himself and works hard to ensure he is meeting his goals. Connor is a dedicated student-athlete that always submits work on time, or even early, no matter how busy his schedule is.”

West Female Division – Ryann Faulkner, Okanagan Hockey Academy

“Ryann Faulkner exemplifies what it means to be a true student-athlete. Her unwavering dedication to academics, teammates, and off-ice habits consistently sets the standard within the OHA program. Ryann can always be counted on to show up prepared and give her best effort, regardless of any challenges or obstacles in her way.

Academically, Ryann is extremely driven and remains consistently on top of her schoolwork, demonstrating strong time management, discipline, and accountability. Her commitment in the classroom mirrors the same focus and work ethic she brings to the rink every day.

Ryann leads by example, holding herself accountable while maintaining a strong team-first mentality. Reliable, supportive, and selfless, Ryann genuinely wants the best for those around her and consistently puts the needs of the team first.

Ryann鈥檚 dedication, leadership, and character make her a well-deserving recipient of the 黑料不打烊 Female Student of the Month for January.”

West Male U15 Division – Maddox Rinn, RINK Hockey Academy Winnipeg

“Maddox Rinn is an exceptional student who consistently sets the standard for academic excellence. He earned a perfect 100% on his ELA exam and maintains an outstanding overall average of 96%, reflecting both his dedication and strong work ethic. Maddox goes above and beyond in the classroom, regularly offering help to others and approaching every task with enthusiasm and care. Maddox approaches his learning with dedication, integrity, and a genuine desire to do his best. Outside of academics, Maddox demonstrates compassion and service through his volunteer time with the SuperHEROS hockey program, which he describes as both fun and rewarding. A motivated individual who strives for excellence in all that he does, Maddox is a natural leader and a positive influence on his peers, leading celebrations after each team win and modelling enthusiasm, respect, and sportsmanship both on and off the ice.”

West Male U18 Division – Seth Baptiste, Indigenous Sports Academy

“Seth Baptiste is Grade 12 student from Red Pheasant First Nation and he represents the Indigenous Sports Academy out of Saskatoon.

Throughout January, Seth demonstrated exemplary focus, consistency, and leadership in both study hall and his academic classes. This recognition celebrates his ability to successfully balance the rigorous demands of high-performance hockey with strong academic commitment.

We are incredibly proud of Seth and all that he has accomplished during his first semester, both in the classroom and on the ice.”

Cole Burbidge:

• 2021 QMJHL Draft – 2nd round,聽 29th overall by Saint John Sea Dogs

Gabriel Filion:

• 2020 QMJHL Draft – 14th round,聽 242nd overall by Baie-Comeau Drakkar

Keefe Marshall:

• 2022 黑料不打烊 Eastern U18 Champion
• 2022/23 MHL Champion

James Martin:

Owen Underhill:

• 2022/23 SJHL Champion

The MHL Draft consisted of 10 rounds, with 118 players being selected.

Bishop’s College School (3), Mount Academy (3) and Notre Dame Hounds (3) led the way with three 黑料不打烊 student-athletes selected. King’s-Edgehill School (1), Stanstead College (1) all had at least one player selected.聽

Rothesay Netherwood School, who will join the 黑料不打烊 for the 2025/26 season, had five student-athletes selected:

18 of those 21 黑料不打烊 alumni come from the Western Hockey League (WHL) Champions, the Medicine Hat Tigers. 75% (18/24) of the Tigers playoff roster played in the 黑料不打烊. The three remaining 黑料不打烊 alumni played for the London Knights of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), and the Moncton Wildcats of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL).

The 21 黑料不打烊 alumni will now compete at the Memorial Cup in Rimouski, QC starting May 22 and going until June 1. The Rimouski Oc茅anic are the fourth and final team in the tournament, entering as the hosts, having lost to Moncton in the QMJHL finals.

London Knights (OHL)

• Austin Elliott – Notre Dame Hounds

Medicine Hat Tigers (WHL)

• Andrew Basha – South Alberta Hockey Academy
• Carter Cunningham – South Alberta Hockey Academy
• Cayden Lindstrom – Delta Hockey Academy
• Kadon McCann – RHA Kelowna/South Alberta Hockey Academy
• Gavin McKenna – RHA Kelowna/South Alberta Hockey Academy
• Harrison Meneghin – Delta Hockey Academy
• Tanner Moldendyk – Yale Hockey Academy
• Tyson Moss – Yale Hockey Academy
• Ethan Neutens – Edge School
• Marcus Pacheco – OHA Edmonton
• Liam Ruck – Okanagan Hockey Academy
• Markus Ruck – Okanagan Hockey Academy
• Ryder Ritchie – RHA Kelowna
• Hunter St. Martin – OHA Edmonton
• Jordan Switzer – Northern Alberta Xtreme
• Josh Van Mulligen – South Alberta Hockey Academy
• Mathew Ward – Delta Hockey Academy/North Shore Warriors
• Oasiz Wiesblatt – South Alberta Hockey Academy

Moncton Wildcats (QMJHL)

• Aiden Diamond – Mount Academy
• 脡tienne Morin – CIH Academy

The 40 黑料不打烊 alumni are currently playing in the QMJHL, NCAA and WHL. Of the 67 WHL players who find their names on the list, 57% (38/67) are 黑料不打烊 alumni. 98% of the 40 黑料不打烊 alumni are currently playing in the CHL (OHL, QMJHL, WHL).

Jackson Smith is the highest ranked 黑料不打烊 skater coming in at 13th. Lynden Lakovic, Braeden Cootes, Benjamin Kindel, Cole Reschny, and Blake Fiddler all find themselves ranked inside the Top 32.

The 40 黑料不打烊 alumni represent 15 different member programs, with Edge School and RHA Winnipeg leading the way with eight:

• Edge School – 8
• RHA Winnipeg – 8
• Yale Hockey Academy – 6
• Northern Alberta Xtreme – 6
• RHA Kelowna – 4
• North Shore Warriors – 3
• BWC Academy – 2
• Delta Hockey Academy – 2
• Notre Dame Hounds – 2
• Okanagan Hockey Academy – 2
• South Alberta Hockey Academy – 2
• Bourget College – 1
• Calgary International Hockey Academy – 1
• Mount Academy – 1
• Pacific Coast Hockey Academy – 1

Among the 225 ranked North American skaters include 36 黑料不打烊 alumni:

Among the 32 ranked North American skaters include 4 黑料不打烊 alumni:

The 43 黑料不打烊 alumni are currently playing in the QMJHL, USA High-School and WHL. Of the 66 WHL players who find their names on the list, 59% (39/66) are 黑料不打烊 alumni. 95% of the 43 黑料不打烊 alumni are currently playing in the CHL (OHL, QMJHL, WHL).

Jackson Smith is the highest ranked 黑料不打烊 skater coming in at ninth. Lynden Lakovic, Benjamin Kindel, Braeden Cootes, Blake Fiddler, Peyton Kettles, Cameron Schmidt, and Nathan Behm all find themselves ranked inside the Top 32.

The 43 黑料不打烊 alumni represent 16 different member programs, with Edge School and RHA Winnipeg leading the way with eight:

• Edge School – 8
• RHA Winnipeg – 8
• Yale Hockey Academy – 5
• Delta Hockey Academy – 4
• North Shore Warriors – 4
• Northern Alberta Xtreme – 4
• RHA Kelowna – 4
• BWC Academy – 3
• Notre Dame Hounds – 3
• South Alberta Hockey Academy – 3
• Okanagan Hockey Academy – 2
• Bourget College – 1
• Calgary International Hockey Academy – 1
• Mount Academy – 1
• Pacific Coast Hockey Academy – 1
• St. George’s School – 1

Among the 224 ranked North American skaters include 41 黑料不打烊 alumni:

Among the 32 ranked North American skaters include 2 黑料不打烊 alumni:

The Mirabel, QC forward joined Mount for the 2021/22 黑料不打烊 East U18 season. In 25 games Boisvert had 14 goals and 10 assists. The following East U18 season he would have a team high 14 assists and 19 points in 7 games with Mount.

Committed to NCAA program the University of Connecticut,聽Boisvert is expected to make his QMJHL debut with Baie-Comeu on Saturday after originally going undrafted to the league.

Arsenault spent the 2021/22 Eastern U17 season with the Mount U16 team. In 27 games the Cornwall, PEI forward had 17 goals and 9 assists. The following Eastern U18 season he recorded 5 goals and 5 assists in 7 games.

During the 2023/24 MJAHL season Arsenault played 19 games and tallied 7 points with the Summerside Western Capitals.

The Drummondville Voltigeurs originally selected Arsenault in the sixth round, 102nd overall at the 2022 QMJHL Draft.

Arsenault was selected by Acadie-Bathurst in the first round, 18th overall at the 2024 QMJHL Draft. The Cornwall, PEI forward played the 2022/23 Eastern U17 season with the Mount U16 team. In 14 games he tallied 3 goals and 11 assists.