Ontario Lacrosse Celebrates Excellence With 2024 Ola Awards Ceremony

News

Nov 21

TORONTO, ON – November 18th, 2024 – The Ontario Lacrosse Association (OLA) celebrated the outstanding achievements of its members during the 2024 OLA Awards ceremonies, held as part of the 127th Annual General Meeting at White Oaks Resort & Spa in Niagara-On-The-Lake on November 9th, 2024.

The ceremonies, which took place during both the OLA Awards Luncheon and the OLA Dinner Banquet, were dedicated to recognizing the exceptional accomplishments of OLA players, coaches, and volunteers. In addition, the event honoured individuals who have made significant contributions to the growth and success of the Ontario Lacrosse community.

The following awards were presented:

2024 Ontario Lacrosse Association Volunteer Service Awards

PRESIDENTS’ AWARD:

Presented to each nominated person upon reaching twenty (20) years of volunteer service as a member of the Ontario Lacrosse Association.

Sonya Crossey (Ajax), Dustin Eng (Newmarket), Ian Garrison (Courtice), Angela Morrison (Stayner), Scott Morrison (Stayner), Shelly Nobile (Huntsville), Lynn Withers (Peterborough)

CREATOR’S GAME AWARD:

Presented to each nominated person upon reaching thirty (30) years of volunteer service as a member of the Ontario Lacrosse Association.

Terry Chemij (Mimico), Greg Fancett (Stayner), Jim Surphlis (Mimico)

HERITAGE GAME AWARD:

**Presented to each nominated person upon reaching forty (40) years of volunteer service as a member of the Ontario Lacrosse Association.**
Rob Michalsky (Mimico)

OLA GOLDEN STICK AWARD:

Presented to each nominated person upon reaching fifty (50) years of volunteer service as a member of the Ontario Lacrosse Association.

Bill Hutton (Ontario Lacrosse)

2024 Ontario Lacrosse Association Volunteer Awards

KEN MURRAY AWARD:

Awarded annually to the minor lacrosse volunteer whose unselfish motivations are demonstrated by the dedication of their efforts to “helping the kids.”

Danielle Carroll (Clarington Gaels)

MERV MACKENZIE AWARD:

Awarded annually since 1959 for outstanding promotion of lacrosse in Ontario.

Rob Michalsky (Mimico Mountaineers)

LACROSSE PERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD (Thomas “Tip” Teather Trophy):

**Awarded annually since 1960 for outstanding service to the sport of lacrosse.**
Rick Phillips (Ontario Lacrosse)

2024 Ontario Minor Field Lacrosse League (OMFLL) Awards

BOBBY ALLAN AWARD:

Awarded annually to the OMFLL Coach of the Year.

Kevin “Cubb” McNaughton (Six Nations)

LAURIE MONTGOMERY AWARD:

Awarded annually to the volunteer whose motivations are demonstrated by their dedication and determination to promoting and bettering the sport of field lacrosse.

Michelle Falkiner (Orangeville Northmen)

RICK “TUGGY” PASSFIELD MEMORIAL AWARD:

Awarded annually to the U13 Goaltender demonstrating the most potential in the game of field lacrosse.

Ethan Mastorakos (Whitby Warriors)

RYAN HABER MEMORIAL AWARD:

Awarded annually to the most valuable U17 field lacrosse player.

Evan Barrett (Whitby Warriors)

STAN COCKERTON AWARD:

Awarded annually to the U17 field lacrosse player who combines high proficiency with sportsmanship.

Easton Messina (Whitby Warriors)

2024 Ontario Lacrosse Association Awards

BILLY EVANS AWARD:

Awarded annually to the most outstanding graduating player in Junior “A”

Finlay Thomson (Mimico Mountaineers)

CENTENNIAL AWARD:

Awarded annually to the most outstanding U22 Goaltender

Tyler Scott (St. Catharines Athletics)

JAMIESON KUHLMANN AWARD:

Awarded annually to the most outstanding U17 athlete

Charlie Salter (West Durham)

LARRY RUSE AWARD:

**Awarded annually to the most outstanding U17 Goaltender**
Cole Downey & Ty Thompson (Orangeville Northmen)

2024 Ontario Lacrosse Association

Coach of the Year Awards

Awarded annually to the Coach whose unselfish motivations are demonstrated by the dedication of their efforts by teaching and promoting the game of Box Lacrosse as well as sportsmanship.

ZONE 4: Jon Westbury (Midland),

ZONE 5: Cheyenne Lazore (Akwesasne),

ZONE 6: Maureen Howson (Beaches),

ZONE 7: Brad Holbrough (Sarnia),

ZONE 8: Rob Campbell (Owen Sound),

ZONE 9: Doug Haine (Lincoln),

ZONE 10: Joe Rosa (Newmarket).

JUNIOR “A”: Brampton Excelsiors,

JUNIOR “B” EAST: Orillia Kings,

JUNIOR “B” WEST: St. Catharines Athletics,

JUNIOR “C” EAST: Peterborough Lakers,

JUNIOR “C” WEST: Orangeville Northmen.

MAJOR SERIES LACROSSE: Brooklin Lacrosse Club,

SENIOR “B”: Brooklin Merchants,

SENIOR “C”: Georgetown Gators,

WMSL: Whitby Rush.

2024 National Champions

FOUNDERS CUP CHAMPIONS: Elora Junior “B” Mohawks

MEREDITH CUP CHAMPIONS: Peterborough Junior “C” Lakers

MANN CUP CHAMPIONS: Six Nations Chiefs

Ontario Lacrosse

The Ontario Lacrosse Association (OLA) is the governing body for amateur lacrosse in Ontario. Since 1897, Ontario Lacrosse has been at the forefront of leading, promoting, and developing Canada’s National Summer Sport across all disciplines, supporting growth and participation in communities throughout the province.

Built on tradition and powered by community, Ontario Lacrosse is proud to be the largest member of Lacrosse Canada, the host of the Ontario Lacrosse Festival—the largest youth lacrosse event in the world—and the home of the best lacrosse players in the world. For more information or to get involved, visit ontariolacrosse.com and follow @OntarioLacrosse on social media.

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