The Daryle Van Horn Most Dedicated Player award will be given to the member who shows the most dedication to all things VFD Hockey : be it MMH, Smokeaters, Wed, Fri, tourneys and so on. Retired Capt Van Horn embraced all of these, while being one of the nicest, caring and accepting people one could ever hope to meet. DVH had many handles, but “Double Barrell Daryle” had determination & grit to be the best he could be. His positive impact on members was vast, not only at hockey but on the job as well. His kind spirit will last for decades and certainly inspire some to be better themselves. Daryle passed away in 2024
The Clifford “Neil” Smith Playoff MVP award will be given to the player who is deemed most valuable to his team during the Gump Cup Championship. Retired Capt Smith, aka “Smitty” was a true builder of our club , a visionary and believed that every member should be accepted and have a place to play, no matter their skill level or seniority. Neil was an architect of the VFD Monday League, and the brainchild behind the Gump Cup to honor his friend Ranny MacDonald. Neil loved all things VFD hockey, especially the dressing room beers and the road trips, for which he organized some epic ones. He left us in 2020 but we will never forget his amazing legacy. We can’t think of a grander stage than the Gump Cup to have an award in his honor.
Al Rittinger Regular Season Champion Trophy : awarded to the team that finishes on top of the standings for Monday Morning Hockey Regular Season (most points). Named in honour of retired Capt Allan Rittinger, who played pro hockey including 19 games with the Boston Bruins during the original six era. Al was also a builder of the early VFD hockey club days, known for coaching players with a fat stogie in his mouth while on the ice. Al passed away in 2017 at the age of 92.
SBC Consumption Cup : awarded to the team that consumes the most product of the league refreshment sponsor Strathcona Beer Co. Judged and voted by the exec board.
Gary “Bones” Bromley Best Goalie award : Voted on by the players, this trophy is awarded to the goalie who best exhibits dedication & excellence in the position of goaltender. Named in honour of retired Capt Gary “Bones” Bromley who played pro hockey including 136 games in the NHL with Buffalo & Vancouver. Bones was known for having one of the most iconic goalie masks of all time, a replica which is displayed in the trophy bearing his name.
Most Improved Player: Voted on by the players, this trophy is awarded to the player who has shown the most improvement and determination in their skill level & participation over the course of the season.
Gary “Baby” Dahl Best Beer man : Voted on by the players, this trophy is awarded to the player who is diligent about keeping a cooler full of an assortment of ice cold refreshments for their team mates for the post game celebrations. Named in honour of retired Capt Gary “Baby” Dahl. Gary always had a well stocked cooler with an array of ice cold refreshments for post game celebrations. Gary left us in 2024 from complications of cancer.
Syd Duncan Best Manager : Voted on by the players, this trophy is awarded to the manager who best runs his team within the guidelines & goals of MMH in order to make the best possible experience & atmosphere for his respective roster. Named in honour of retired BC Syd Duncan, who made a point of creating an amazing atmosphere for his team no matter what the score or situation.
Sandy MacPherson Spirit of MMH Award: Voted on by the players, this award is presented to the player who exhibits the best sportsmanship, game characteristics, attitude and humour that is infectious to others and makes the games and league fun. Named in honour of retired Capt Harold “Sandy” MacPherson, who’s jocularity & banter makes coming to hockey even more fun.
Gump Cup Playoff Champions : Awarded to the team who wins the Monday Morning Hockey playoffs aka Gump Cup. Named in honour of retired Lt. Ranny “Gump” MacDonald, who played hockey his entire life, prior to joining the VFD. Ranny was tough but not a bully, and an excellent firefighter. Ranny loved the job & the game but was cut short & forced into early retirement due to his battle with ALS, from which he passed away in 2003. His love of sport & friends inspired them to forge the VFDHC MMH championships in his name.
2023/24 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Canucks
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Mike Flintoff
Most Improved – Mike Cigic
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Loughlan “Detroit” Rycroft
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Trevor Felts (Jets)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Canucks
Spirit of Monday Morning Award – Adam Bordignon
SBC Consumption Cup – Millionaires
*NEW* Daryle Van Horne Most Dedicated – Dave Mackie
*NEW* Clifford “Neil” Smith” Playoff MVP – Mike Cigic
2022/23 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Jets
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Scott Turner
Most Improved – Kyle Miller
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Matt Hilton
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Craig Archibald (Jets)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Stars
Spirit of Monday Morning Award – Travis Hooper
SBC Consumption Cup – Millionaires
2021/22 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Millionaires
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Matt Zupan
Most Improved – Clement Leung
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Travis Donaldson
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Trevor Felts (Stars)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Millionaires
Spirit of Monday Morning Award – Massimo Cerantola
*NEW* SBC Consumption Cup – Millionaires
2020/21 Winners
**no trophies awarded**
2019/20 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Stars
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Matt Zupan
Most Improved – Alex Grieve
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Loughlan “Detroit” Rycroft
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Mike Scarborough (Blackhawks)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Not Awarded
Spirit of Monday Morning Award – Scott Sproston
2018/19 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Flyers
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Blair Miller
Most Improved – Brendan Kornberger
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Mike Isherwood
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Brent Huber (Canucks)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Canucks
*NEW* Spirit of Monday Morning Award – Sandy “Harold” MacPherson
2017/18 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Penguins
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Blair Miller
Most Improved – Ryan Torstveit
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Loughlan “Detroit” Rycroft
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Kevin Lees (Rangers)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Blackhawks
2016/17 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Penguins
Gary “Bones” Bromley Top Goalie – Mike Scheu
Most Improved – Jamie “Big Ern” Olson
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Loughlan “Detroit” Rycroft
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Kevin Lees (Rangers)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Bruins
2015/2016 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Canadiens
Top Goalie – Mike MacKinnon
Most Improved – Ryan Torstveit
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Brandon Davies
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Curtis Wilde (Kings)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Kings
2014/2015 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – North Stars
Top Goalie – Ryan McConnell
Most Improved – Mass Cerantola
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Loughlan “Detroit” Rycroft
Syd Duncan award for Best Manager – Rod McKinnon (Rangers)
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – BlackHawks
2013/2014 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy– Bruins
Top Goalie – Matt Zupan
Most Improved – Ron Martin
Garry “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Craig Mosher
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Penguins
2012/13 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Canadiens
Top Goalie – Mike Mckinnon
Most Improved – Ryan Steele
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Craig Mosher/Scott Ichiiwa
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – Penguins
2011/12 Winners
Regular Season Champions/Al Rittinger trophy – Millionaies
Top Goalie – Steve Topping
Most Improved – Shawn Barzen
Gary “Baby” Dahl award for Best Beer Man – Loughlan Rycroft
Ranny MacDonald Playoff Champions/Gump Cup – North Stars
