Game On Magazine - April 2017 GameOn-Apr2017-P001-144-ONLINE | Page 111

Top Goaltender
Roman Bengert, Steinbach Pistons. A product of Cole Harbour,
NS, he leads the MJHL in three goaltending categories: wins (34),
minutes played (2,439) and shutouts (five). At 6-foot-3, Bengert has
proven to be extremely difficult to beat. Bengert recently commit-
ted to Lake Superior State. The other nominees were Hayden Dola
of the Selkirk Steelers and Cole Weaver of the Winkler Flyers.
Top Defenseman – Brian Kozak Trophy
Brady Keeper, OCN Blizzard
The other nominees were Tyler Anderson of the Steinbach Pistons
and Lawson McDonald of the Winkler Flyers.
Mike Ridley Trophy – Leading Scorer
Jeremey Leipsic, Portage Terriers
Coach of the Year –
Portage Terriers Muzz McPherson Award
ners in late February, there was very little doubt who should have
been at the top of the list. After all, Keeper was the most dominant
player in the loop all season long and the major reason why the Bliz-
zard went from also-ran to championship contender in just one year.
“Every player should be commended for his outstanding perfor-
mance over the regular season,” said MJHL commissioner Kim
Davis. “Coaches vote and make the final selections from the thr