SCHULER WINS FIRST FRANCIS AWARD
Christopher Schuler, a longtime youth hockey coach from Staten Island, was named the inaugural Emile Francis Award winner on March 27 at Madison Square Garden. Full story |
Is there a parent, coach, official, team manager/volunteer or league administrator whose passion for youth hockey has made an impact on your life or your child's?
Have you witnessed amazing acts performed solely for the benefit of others in the youth hockey community?
Is there someone whose dedication and commitment to the growth of youth hockey surpasses all expectation?
RANGERS HONOR YOUTH HOCKEY SUPPORTERS
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Members of the local youth hockey community are encouraged to nominate outstanding individuals who have helped advance the sport of hockey in the Tri-State area..
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| In addition to coaching the Rangers, Emile Francis formed the Metropolitan Junior Hockey League, which produced several future NHLers, including Brian Mullen and Nick Fotiu. |
In recognition of all the tireless effort the youth hockey community demands, the New York Rangers are proud to launch the inaugural Emile Francis Award. This award honors former Rangers Coach and General Manager Emile Francis, who not only is a longtime backer of minor hockey but also the founder of the Metropolitan Junior Hockey Association. Beginning Feb. 22 at 6 p.m. ET, the youth hockey community will have the opportunity to nominate fellow youth hockey supporters to be recognized for their outstanding service.
Nominees should exemplify selfless community outreach, integrity and passion for the growth of youth hockey and generously give their time to the next crop of NHL hopefuls. From these nominations one winner will be selected and honored by Emile Francis himself on the ice at MSG during the March 27 game between the Rangers and New Jersey Devils.
Read the
Official Rules.
AWARD CRITERIA
• Length of Service/Involvement in hockey
• Drive/Passion for promoting the game of hockey
• Gives freely and unselfishly of their time
• Inspires others to act as a role model
• Community/charity involvement
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE EMILE FRANCIS AWARD
CALL THE RANGERS YOUTH HOCKEY HOTLINE AT (212) 465-6553
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