The Frank McKinnon Scholarship is bursary awarded by the Manitoba Junior Hockey League in honour of former Commissioner Frank McKinnon. It provides an opportunity for players to apply for a scholarship based on their academic and hockey accomplishments.
Frank McKinnon, CM,[1] (June 16, 1934–May 31, 2015) served 18 years as a member (five years as President) of the Manitoba Amateur Hockey Association (now Hockey Manitoba) and five year as a member (three years as Chairman) of the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association. He was a Vice-President and Director of the Sports Federation of Canada, a Vice-President of the Canadian Olympic Association, a Congress member of the International Ice Hockey Federation and a Trustee of the Centennial Cup. Frank McKinnon was also the Commissioner of the MJHL for many years.
Scholarship winners edit
| Season | Winner | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Scott Kozoroski | Swan Valley Stampeders |
| 2004 | Matt Wheatley | Winnipeg South Blues |
| 2005 | Justin Chuchmuch | Waywayseecappo Wolverines |
| 2006 | Robin Allison | Winnipeg Saints |
| 2007 | Marlin Froese | Winkler Flyers |
See also edit
References edit
- ^ "Order of Canada Appointments". June 30, 2014. Retrieved July 1, 2014.