Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 2007-2008 Award Winners PODERZAY, ANDREOFF, BROWN, PENZO ALL RECEIVE HONOURS... Brad Shearer Award: (Dedication & Leadership) Brennan Poderzay Since coming to Pickering midway through the season Poderzay demonstrated all the characteristics to win this award. Fiercely competitive right to the bitter end, Poderzay never quit during a difficult and turbulent season in Pickering. Poderzay appeared in 29-games with the Panthers, and had the same spirit and determination in game one through 29. It’s the first time in Pickering Panthers history that a goaltender has received the Brad Shearer Award. Scotty Ramage Award: (Rookie of the Year) Andy Andreoff In every way Andreoff was Pickering’s top rookie. From his raw talent, work ethic, play on the ice, play in practice, conduct in the room, and outside the rink, Andreoff embodies everything a hockey player needs to succeed at the next level. He was Pickering’s point-per-game leader and top forward, but more than that was his commitment to the team during tough times, and his respect for the staff and veteran players in the room. Best Defenceman: Scott Brown The veteran rear-guard was given a difficult assignment at the start of the season, lead a rookie defence corps that saw more changes in one season that most do in three years. Brown wore an Assistant Captain ‘A’ with pride, guts, and determination. He appeared in 47-of-49 games, while being double and triple shifted most nights. Most Improved: Luca Penzo The rookie defenceman was a bright spot for Pickering this season. Penzo jumped into the OPJHL this year, and improved every game, growing from a rookie defenceman, to what seemed like a veteran on the blueline. Rarely playing with the same partner, Penzo showed an uncanny ability to adapt, even in his rookie year. Penzo appeared in 47-of-49 games, scoring 2-goals and adding 8-assists. 3-Star Cup: Brennan Poderzay After every home game the Pickering Panthers announce the games 3-stars. The scoring breaks down by 1st, 2nd, 3rd, star as 15pts, 10pts, 5pts. Brennan Poderzay, often facing over 50-shots was this years recipient. Top Scorer: Andy Andreoff Although a rookie, and only 17-years old, Andy Andreoff takes home the Panthers leading scorer award, coming in with just under 0.7 PPG. COPYWRIGHT PICKERING PANTHERS JR.A HOCKEY CLUB THANK YOU! PLAYERS, PARENTS, FANS... THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! 2007 NCAA COMMITMENTS NCAA DIV.I MICHAEL BANWELL MAINE NCAA DIV.I RICHARD SCHOFIELD LAKE SUPERIOR NCAA DIV.III BRAD FOGAL ADRIAN COLLEGE NCAA DIV.III KEVIN HUININK SALEM STATE NCAA DIV.III MATT RIGTRUP STM PURPLE EAGLES 2007 OHL SIGNINGS JESSES HEBSCHER SUDBURY ZACK FENWICK KINGSTON KAIN ALLICOCK SAGINAW CODY SMITH LONDON