Scholarships

Team Scholarships...

Clifford "Kip" Kelly Memorial Scholarship

Kip Kelly had a long relationship with hockey in the St. Vital area. From September, 2000, until his sudden passing on January 12, 2004, Kip was the beloved Equipment Manager for the St. Vital Victorias Major Junior Hockey Club. He was appreciated for his good humour, hard work, and absolute devotion to the players and team. Kip was a friend to all and will be greatly missed.

This $500 scholarship award, put forth by the Kelly family in honour of Kip, is presented annually to a Junior Victoria player, who, in addition to maintaining excellent scholastic standing, must also display the kindness, compassion, and devotion exemplified by Kip Kelly.

Recipients:
2022 Ryland Nechwediuk
2020 Justin Engel
2019 Reese Jones
2018 Jordan Ivanyshyn
2017 Alex Joyal
2016 Easton Oliver-Hanna
2015 Nolan Bray
2014 Michael Moore
2013 Paul Kastes
2012 Michael Moore
2011 Christian Peloquin
2010 Terrell Hince
2009 Dan Bushuk
2008 Trevor Angus
2007 Kyle Shewchuk
2006 Kyle Harden
2005 Kyle Donnelly
2004 Kevin Stewart

Jim Bateman Scholarship
Jim is a long time executive member and inductee into the Vics Hall of Fame. Jim sponsors a scholarship awarded each year to a Victoria player to further his education.

Recipients:

2022 Dennis Gagnon
2020 Troy Earl
2019 Reese Jones
2018 Mason Swerdyliak
2017 Nolan Bray
2016 Nolan Bray
2015 Danick Levesque

2014 Tyler Pchajek
2013 Dylan Brako
2012 Paul Kastes

Rick Cancilla Memorial Scholarship

Rick Cancilla was a St. Vital resident who played his minor hockey in the Vics' AA program. Rick played three years with the Major Junior Club from 1988-91. At only 5’9", Rick was a quick forward with a natural scoring ability. He will always be remembered for his reputation as a team player, and for being a winner.

Tragically, Rick passed away as a result of an automobile accident, September 2, 1995. Beginning in 2011, the Cancilla family has put forth a $1,000 yearly scholarship in Rick's honour. The scholarship is to be presented to a Junior Victoria player who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, coupled with excellent leadership skills.

Recipients:

2022 Tyler Rubigny
2020 Devan Vercaigne
2019 Justin Engel
2018 Kevin Lamb
2017 KC Mason
2016 Danick Levesque
2015 Tyler Pchajek
2014 Nolan Bray
2013 Brent Wolfe
2012 Christian Peloquin
2011 Trevor Angus

Charlie Van De Keere Memorial Scholarship

2022 Devon Vercaigne
2020 Reese Ketler

Myles Marchenko Memorial Scholarship

Myles Marchenko spent the majority of his hockey career in St. Vital. None of these times were more memorable to him than his final year with the Junior Victorias when they captured their first and only Championship title. People knew him as an intense competitor and a protector with the heart of a lion. During his time with the Junior Victorias he forged bonds with teammates and fans alike that he held close to his heart until his passing in 2009.

This $250 scholarship, donated by the Marchenko family, is presented annually to a Junior Victoria player who exudes the same determination and dedication that Myles did every time he stepped on the ice. Additionally, this individual is dedicated to the pursuit of continuing education and self betterment.

Recipients:

2022 Kyle Lang
2020 Mason Swerdyliak
2019 Devan Vercaigne
2018 Justin Engel
2017 Nolan Bray
2016 KC Mason
2015 Jayden Buchanan
2014 Danick Levesque
2013 Tyler Pchajek
2012 Andrew Dunsmore
2011 Tim Hook
2010 Dan Bushuk
2009 Trevor Angus

Junior Victorias
Alumni
Scholarship

Beginning in 2010, in appreciation of their time spent in the program, and in recognition of the commitment required to play junior hockey, members of the St. Vital Major Junior Victorias' alumni have put forth a $250 scholarship.

The yearly scholarship is awarded to a Junior Victoria player who has achieved excellent academic standing as a full-time student, all-the-while being fully committed to the hockey program.

Recipients:

2022 Braydon Clark, Reese Whyte, Daniel Paseschnikoff
2020 Tyson Last, Serge Simard, Mikael Berard
2019 Devan Vercaigne
2018 Justin Engel
2017 Nolan Bray
2016 Brendan Reichardt
2015 KC Mason
2014 Jared Neufeld
2013 Easton Oliver-Hanna
2012 Tim Hook
2011 Dan Bushuk
2010 Tanner Nicoll

MMJHL Scholarships - Junior Victoria Recipients...

Norm Slobodzian Memorial Scholarship

2011 Christian Peloquin
2009 Trevor Angus

Anthony McLaughlin Memorial Scholarship

2019 Devan Vercaigne
2018 Jordan Ivanyshyn

Nick Hill Memorial Scholarship

2010 Dan Bushuk
2004 Justin Fast (inaugural recipient)

Earl Ormshaw Memorial Scholarship

2019 Reese Jones