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 2023-24 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 2023-24 SDM Scholarships along with their hometowns in brackets:

SJHL

• Battlefords North Stars: Jackson Allan (Davidson)
• Estevan Bruins: Blake Heward (Regina)
• Flin Flon Bombers: Harmon Laser-Hume (Creston, B.C.)
• Humboldt Broncos: Jeter Korte (Saskatoon)
• Kindersley Klippers: Logan Linklater (Kindersley)
• La Ronge Ice Wolves: Jake Cossette (Air Ronge)
• Melville Millionaires: Payton Kostyshyn (Melville)
• Melfort Mustangs: Chase Friedt-Mohr (Prince Albert)
• Nipawin Hawks: Eric Hoiness (Saskatoon)
• Notre Dame Hounds: Rocsyn Bird (Cochin)
• Weyburn Red Wings: Rhett Vedress (Annaheim)
• Yorkton Terriers: N/A

SMAAAHL

• Battlefords Stars: Ryder Ellis (Battlefords)
• Estevan Bears: Riley Craigen (Regina)
• Moose Jaw Warriors: Bryce Boughen (Moose Jaw)
• Notre Dame Hounds: Kaden MacLean (Fife Lake)
• Regina Pat Canadians: Jagden Taylor (Regina)
• Prince Albert Mintos: Van Taylor (Prince Albert)
• Saskatoon Blazers: Carter Ralston (Unity)
• Saskatoon Contacts: Rhett Ewen (Saskatoon)
• Swift Current Legionnaires: Mason Osinski (Eastend)
• Tisdale Trojans: Tristin Ziola (Kelvington)
• Warman Wildcats: Cade Hynd (Saskatoon)
• Yorkton Maulers: Sam Cristo (Yorkton)

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 2023-24 season marks the 14th year of the SDM Scholarship Program, which was established province-wide during the 2010-11 season. Over 200 scholarships have been awarded, amounting to a cumulative investment of $208,000 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 2024-25 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 45,000 members comprised of players, coaches, and officials. For more information, please visit www.hockeysask.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.