By Hockey Saskatchewan

REGINA, Sask. – Hockey Saskatchewan takes pride in congratulating twenty-three exceptional players selected for the prestigious Saskatchewan Development Model (SDM) Scholarships for the 2022-23 season.

The world of hockey provides invaluable life lessons both on and off the ice. Recognizing the significance of a solid educational foundation, Hockey Saskatchewan and its SDM partners are thrilled to award academic scholarships to deserving members who meet the criteria.

Collaborating closely with partners including the Saskatchewan Male Under-18 AAA Hockey League, Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, and the Western Hockey League, SDM strives to bestow twenty-four (24) $1,000.00 scholarships annually to Hockey Saskatchewan members participating in the U18 AAA and/or Junior A Level – one (1) scholarship per each SMAAAHL and SJHL team.

Congratulations to the following remarkable Hockey Saskatchewan members who have earned the 2022-23 SDM Scholarships along with their hometowns in brackets:

SJHL

• Battlefords North Stars: Zane Florence (North Battleford)
• Estevan Bruins: Cameron Hrdlicka (Calgary, Alta.)
• Flin Flon Bombers: Cole Dupperreault (Martensville)
• Humboldt Broncos: Spencer Bell (Warman)
• Kindersley Klippers: Tylin Hilbig (Kindersley)
• La Ronge Ice Wolves: Parker Layton (La Ronge)
• Melville Millionaires: Payton Kostyshyn (Melville)
• Melfort Mustangs: Ben Tkachuk (Sherwood Park, Alta.)
• Nipawin Hawks: Carson Dobson (Plenty)
• Notre Dame Hounds: Andrew Altwasser (Yellow Grass)
• Weyburn Red Wings: N/A
• Yorkton Terriers: Cade Kennedy (Regina)

SMAAAHL

• Battlefords Stars: Ayden Belanger (North Battleford)
• Estevan Bears: Jase Konecsni (Southey)
• Moose Jaw Warriors: Ryan Hicks (Weyburn)
• Notre Dame Hounds: Antoine Lavigne (Quebec)
• Regina Pat Canadians: Noah Asmundson (White City)
• Prince Albert Mintos: Caden Dunn (Prince Albert)
• Saskatoon Blazers: Gavin Granger (Saskatoon)
• Saskatoon Contacts: Braxton Kabrud (Saskatoon)
• Swift Current Legionnaires: Keelan Mansuy (Regina)
• Tisdale Trojans: Brady Kashuba (Preeceville)
• Warman Wildcats: Kaden Johns (Saskatoon)
• Yorkton Maulers: Edward Knittig (Annaheim)

Recipients are free to choose any accredited post-secondary institution or career-enhancing program, including trade schools or professional career training programs in Canada. For players who have already benefited from education support in the WHL, SDM scholarships complement those benefits and align with WHL criteria.

The 2022-23 season marks the 13th year of the SDM Scholarship Program, which was established province-wide during the 2010-11 season. Over 180 scholarships have been awarded, amounting to a cumulative investment of $185,000 by Hockey Saskatchewan and its SDM partners.

The SDM Scholarship Fund was established with $250,000 from the profits generated by the 2010 World Junior Hockey Championship hosted by Saskatoon and Regina.

Click here for additional details on SDM Scholarship applicant criteria, applicable to the 2023-24 season and school year.

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About HOCKEY SASKATCHEWAN

Hockey Saskatchewan was established in 1912 and is the governing body for organized hockey in the Province of Saskatchewan. With a mission to Lead, Develop and Promote Positive Hockey Experiences, Hockey Saskatchewan encourages competition at all levels – from recreational to high performance. Hockey Saskatchewan has grown through the years and is Saskatchewan’s largest sports organization with over 40,000 members comprised of players, coaches, and officials. For more information, please visit www.hockeysask.ca or follow us on Facebook, X, and Instagram.