Viking Community Service Award - Established 2016
This award is given to a student or Alumni from Vincent Massey that has shown a tremendous, unselfish commitment to community service. The student goes above and beyond what is expected of them and they inspire others by their actions. This award was established to recognize the first recipient's (Nicole Ternowesky) goal to bring awareness to Military Mental Health issues by organizing a 22 push-up for 22 days campaign. The football players donated over $1000 of their own money for the cause in 2016.
2016 - Nicole Ternowesky
2017 - Brady Dane
2018 - Matthew Dunn
2016 - Nicole Ternowesky
2017 - Brady Dane
2018 - Matthew Dunn
Viking Commitment/Character Award/Oustanding Teammate - Established 2009
This award was established in 2009 and is given to the individual that goes the extra mile in and out of season and exmplifes the true meaning of CHARACTER. This individual understands that preparing for the rigours of football, is a year round effort and an essential element in player development. The Teammate award is given to Viking who selflessly gives of himself and does the thankless jobs that they may not ask for but do willingly because they put the team before themselves.
2009 - Jarred Spearing
2010 - Brady Molnar
2011 - Mike Kindrat
2012 - Rory Ponto
2013 - Thomas Moraz
2014 - Logan Teetart (Awarded for exemplary Character)
2014 - Eugene Lwanga
2015 - Kade Turnbull
2016 - Sam Steeves
2017 - Logan Martin, Carter Pringle (Outstanding Teammate Award)
2018 - Payton Teneycke (Outstanding Teamate award), Tyler Wark (Viking Character Award)
Most Improved Player - Established 1999
Award is given to the Viking football player who has exhibited the most growth throughout the season as both a football player and in character development.
1999 – Mark O’Rourke
2000 – Ryan Dreveski
2001 - Brendan Carmichael
2002 – David Eckloff
2003 – Wyatt Urbanski
2004 – Mike Knoll
2005 – Josh Rodine
2006 – Scott O’Rourke
2007 – Chris Tataryn
2008 – Jonathon Ledoux
2009 – Colin Evans
2010 – Zach Sinclair
2011 - Ben Maung
2012 - Andrew Nelson
2013 - Austin Moar
2014 - Tim Shackel
2015 - Ryan Doherty
2016 - James Reid
2017 - Simon Brown
2018 - Logan Lehman
Rookie of the Year - Established 2000
This award is given to a Viking football player in their first year. The player can be in any grade and must have contributed significantly to the overall success of the varsity program. The player must also always display Viking virtues on and off the field the field.
2000 – Josh Cory
2001 – Patrick Gordon
2002 – Chase Fiegal
2003 – Kenny Wallace
2004 – Andrew Holden
2005 – T.J. Simpson
2006 – Adam Rocan
2007 – Reed Beaudry
2008 – Trevor Bauche
2009– Kyle Young
2010 – Jeremy Lucio
2011 - Ty Kuz
2012 - Matt Bryant
2013 - Tyler Rowan
2014 - Johnathon Frazer
2015 - Robin Roberts
2016 - Jayden Engel
2017 - Zane Anderson
2018 - Kristjan Frederickson
2001 – Patrick Gordon
2002 – Chase Fiegal
2003 – Kenny Wallace
2004 – Andrew Holden
2005 – T.J. Simpson
2006 – Adam Rocan
2007 – Reed Beaudry
2008 – Trevor Bauche
2009– Kyle Young
2010 – Jeremy Lucio
2011 - Ty Kuz
2012 - Matt Bryant
2013 - Tyler Rowan
2014 - Johnathon Frazer
2015 - Robin Roberts
2016 - Jayden Engel
2017 - Zane Anderson
2018 - Kristjan Frederickson
Most Outstanding Lineman - Established 2000
This award is given to the player who either plays on the Offensive or Defensive Line. “Trench” players are often seen as the unsung heroes of any football team and therefore warrant their own award, as they are often looked over in favor of“skilled” positions. The recipient must demonstrate characteristics that are becoming of a Viking.
2000 – Mike Mitchell
2001 – Geoff Howell
2002 – Tim Kille
2003 – Barret Dufour
2004 – Patrick Gordon
2005 – Mike Knoll & Ben Hadaller
2006 – Bryce Ketcheson
2007 – Gavin Robinson
2008 – Steven Brown
2009 – Alex Fierens
2010 -- Alex Fierens
2011 - Tanner Boak
2012 - Bryce Roberts
2013 - Bryce Colquhoun
2014 - Tyler Colquhoun
2015 - Tyler Colquhoun
2016 - Robin Roberts
2017 - Cole Bohonos
2018 - Gavin Reid
True Grit Award - Established 2001
This award was established in 2001 and was created because of the inspired play of the first recipient Gavin Young. Gavin was a relentless and determined fullback who paved the way fortailback Mitchell Ficek and protected quarterback Tim Feasby. He was an instrumental player who helped the team to a perfect 10 – 0 season. Gavin performed the thankless and“Gritty” jobs and therefore this award was aptly named the True Grit Award.
The True Grit award is given to the player that consistently showed a remarkable level of grit on both the practice field and during games. The recipient does not have to be the most athletic player but they must display courage, determination and effort in the face of adversity. The player must also show their commitment to do the difficult or unpopular tasks to help their team. The recipient must demonstrate characteristics that are becoming of a Viking
The True Grit award is given to the player that consistently showed a remarkable level of grit on both the practice field and during games. The recipient does not have to be the most athletic player but they must display courage, determination and effort in the face of adversity. The player must also show their commitment to do the difficult or unpopular tasks to help their team. The recipient must demonstrate characteristics that are becoming of a Viking
2001 – Gavin Young
2002 – Geordie Lancaster
2003 – Tyson Snelling
2004 – Baxton Gray
2005 – Mason Broadfoot
2006 – Brad McClelland
2007 – Aaron Plato
2008 – Mason Kuluzniak and Michael Dubois
2009 -- Michael Dubois
2010 – Braden Doherty
2011 - Brody Unruh
2012 - Steven Gresl
2013 - Wyatt Garden
2014 - Ronnie Martin
2015 - Bryce Addison
2016 - Joel Hardy
2017 - Sam Steeves
2018 - Karanvir Gill
Most Outstanding Player (Offence and Defence) - Established 1999
This award is given to the players that have achieved a high standard of excellence on the field of play. Recipients will have contributed significantly to the team’s offensive or defensive success. The recipient must demonstrate characteristics that are becoming of a Viking.
Offence Defence
1999 – Mike Boles 1999 – Noah Njegovan
2000 – Tim Feasby 2000 – Mark O’Rourke
2001 – Mitchell Ficeck 2001 – Colin Blyth
2002 – Jordan Zenk 2002 – Ryan Dreveski
2003 – Jordan Zenk 2003 – Geordie Lancaster
2004 – Tyson Snelling 2004 – Chase Figol
2005 – Thomas Weber 2005 – Aaron Kaluzniak
2006 – Danny Grant 2006 – TJ Simpson
2007 – James Winmill 2007 – TJ Simpson
2008 – Aaron Plato 2008 – Reed Beaudry
2009 -- Aaron Plato 2009 - Cam Tataryn
Mason Kaluzniak
2010 – Seth Hume 2010 – Spencer Riche
2011 - James Johnson 2011 - Jessie Smith
2012 - James Johnson 2012 - Ty Kuz
2013- Cassidy Obijacku 2013 - Ty Kuz
2014 - Tyler Rowan 2014 - Wyatt Garden
2015 - David Backewich 2015 - Joel Fisseha
2016 - Mack Adams 2016 - Joel Fisseha
2017 - Rylan McKinnon, Robin Roberts, Gavin Reid, Eduardo Medina Handal, Jack Claussen
2017 - Braden Cancade
2018 - Zane Anderson 2018 - Jayden Engel
Offence Defence
1999 – Mike Boles 1999 – Noah Njegovan
2000 – Tim Feasby 2000 – Mark O’Rourke
2001 – Mitchell Ficeck 2001 – Colin Blyth
2002 – Jordan Zenk 2002 – Ryan Dreveski
2003 – Jordan Zenk 2003 – Geordie Lancaster
2004 – Tyson Snelling 2004 – Chase Figol
2005 – Thomas Weber 2005 – Aaron Kaluzniak
2006 – Danny Grant 2006 – TJ Simpson
2007 – James Winmill 2007 – TJ Simpson
2008 – Aaron Plato 2008 – Reed Beaudry
2009 -- Aaron Plato 2009 - Cam Tataryn
Mason Kaluzniak
2010 – Seth Hume 2010 – Spencer Riche
2011 - James Johnson 2011 - Jessie Smith
2012 - James Johnson 2012 - Ty Kuz
2013- Cassidy Obijacku 2013 - Ty Kuz
2014 - Tyler Rowan 2014 - Wyatt Garden
2015 - David Backewich 2015 - Joel Fisseha
2016 - Mack Adams 2016 - Joel Fisseha
2017 - Rylan McKinnon, Robin Roberts, Gavin Reid, Eduardo Medina Handal, Jack Claussen
2017 - Braden Cancade
2018 - Zane Anderson 2018 - Jayden Engel
Most Valuable Player - Established 1999
This award is given to the player that has achieved the highest standard of excellence on the field of play. The recipient must demonstrate characteristics that are becoming of a Viking. Past winners have shown a tendency to be able to play the game at the University or College level.
1999 – Ian Dyke
2000 – Chris Bauman
2001 – Chris Bauman
2002 – Jason Newton
2003 – Jason Newton
2004 – Geordie Lancaster
2005 – Chase Fiegal
2006 – Eric Barbour
2007 – Kristian Doherty, Bryce Ketcheson,Jordan Hicks, Brady Dane, Mat Erickson
2008 – T.J. Simpson
2009 – Jared Spearing
2010 – Keegan Treloar
2011 - Adam McCLelland
2012 - Michael Bright
2013 - Steven Gresl
2014 - Cassidy Obijiku
2015 - Tyler Rowan
2016 - Joel Engel
2017 - Jayden Engel
2018 - Yonathan Fisseha
Doug Steeves "All Heart" Award -Established 1999
in Brandon. He has spent a lifetime coaching football at both the high school and University level. His commitment to the game of football has earned him membership into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame. He has coached many of the high school coaches in Brandon. He is the reason why football flourishes in Brandon. Doug Steve’s legacy continues everytime a young player puts on a pair of shoulder pads for the first time. The Doug Steeves’ award is given to the athlete that most exemplifies what it means to be a Viking football player. They must be an excellent football player but more importantly theyneed to be young man of exemplary character. They need to be a positive leader and team builder. They will have had to demonstrate an exceptional amount of commitment and dedication to the team over 4 years. This is the highest honor awarded by the team.
1999 – Todd Forbes
2000 – Brent Moyer
2001 – Tim Feasby
2002 – Brendan Carmichael
2003 – Josh Cory
2004 – Kenny Wallace
2005 – Tyson Snelling
2006 – Roddy Balkwill
2007 – Andrew Holden
2008 – TJ Simpson
2009 – Brett Richards
2010 – Adam McClelland
2011 - Adam McClelland
2012 - Jessie Smith
2013 - Rory Ponto
2014 - Steven Gresl
2015 - Ryan Loewen
2016 - David Backewich
2017 - Joel Hardy
2018 - Robin Roberts
Junior Varsity Awards- Established 2006
2018 - All awards changed to Character Award
This award is given to three players who represent and display exemplary character and effort. The true values of a Viking Football Player
Character Awards
2018 - Marco Casavant, Jacob Doerksen, Zach Harris
Most Outstanding Player Offence
2006 - Eric Bussell
2007 - Reed Beaudry
2008 - Zach Hass
2009 - Tyler Poole
2010 - Cody Cherepuschak
2011 - Cassidy Obijiaku
2012 -Thomas Moraz
2013 - Miggy Sian
2014 - Mack Adams
2015 - Gavin Reid
2016 - Carter Pringle
2017 - John Fisseha
Most Outstanding Player Defence
2006 - Zane Diment
2007 - Matt Cory
2008 - Spencer Riche
2009 Adam McClelland
2010 - Rory Ponto
2011 - Brenden Burdeniuk
2012 - Eugene Lwanga
2013 - Ryan Lowen
2014 - Joel Engel
2015 - Braden Cancade
2016 - Payton Teneycke
2017 - Jarrett Jones
True Grit
2006 - Offence - Aaron Plato - Defence - Riley McDiarmid
2007 - Offence - Michael Dubois - Defence - Colin Evans
2008 - Offence - Mike Kindrat - Defence - Adam McClelland
2009 - Team - Cody Gallant
2010 - Evan Didychuk
2011 - Thomas Moraz
2012 - Darian Inman
2013 - Ryan Doherty
2014 - Ryan Doherty, David Bachewich
2015 - Joel Hardy
2016 - Karanvir Gill
2017 - Max Fawcett
This award is given to three players who represent and display exemplary character and effort. The true values of a Viking Football Player
Character Awards
2018 - Marco Casavant, Jacob Doerksen, Zach Harris
Most Outstanding Player Offence
2006 - Eric Bussell
2007 - Reed Beaudry
2008 - Zach Hass
2009 - Tyler Poole
2010 - Cody Cherepuschak
2011 - Cassidy Obijiaku
2012 -Thomas Moraz
2013 - Miggy Sian
2014 - Mack Adams
2015 - Gavin Reid
2016 - Carter Pringle
2017 - John Fisseha
Most Outstanding Player Defence
2006 - Zane Diment
2007 - Matt Cory
2008 - Spencer Riche
2009 Adam McClelland
2010 - Rory Ponto
2011 - Brenden Burdeniuk
2012 - Eugene Lwanga
2013 - Ryan Lowen
2014 - Joel Engel
2015 - Braden Cancade
2016 - Payton Teneycke
2017 - Jarrett Jones
True Grit
2006 - Offence - Aaron Plato - Defence - Riley McDiarmid
2007 - Offence - Michael Dubois - Defence - Colin Evans
2008 - Offence - Mike Kindrat - Defence - Adam McClelland
2009 - Team - Cody Gallant
2010 - Evan Didychuk
2011 - Thomas Moraz
2012 - Darian Inman
2013 - Ryan Doherty
2014 - Ryan Doherty, David Bachewich
2015 - Joel Hardy
2016 - Karanvir Gill
2017 - Max Fawcett