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Bianca Grosbeck

Name: Biance Grosbeck FNMI community: Chippewas of the Thames First Nation Birth Year: 2003 Sport(s): Hockey (ice, roller, ball), baseball, and volleyball Nominator: Kristin Grosbeck   Bianca has been playing hockey since she was six-years-old. She picked up the sport very quickly and eventually played competitive hockey.  She has played every position in hockey including...

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Kyleeya Johnson

Name: Kyleeya Johnson FNMI community: Six Nations of the Grand River Birth Year: 2006 Sport(s): Softball and volleyball Nominator: Brittany Johnson Kyleeya is dedicated to improving her skill and knowledge of the game. She is always willing to learn new positions, put in work to excel, and be the best she can at any position....

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Kaleb Thomas

Name: Kaleb Thomas FNMI community: Six Nation of the Grand River Birth Year: 2004 Sport(s): Baseball and basketball Nominator: Cindy Thomas Kaleb is currently the #5 ranked 2023 prospect on the Prep Baseball Report Ontario rankings. He is considered the Top Arm on the prospect list. He has accepted an invitation to represent the PBR-...

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Shane Lemke

Name: Shane Lemke FNMI community: Iskatewizaagegan No. 39 Independent First Nation Birth Year: 2003 Sport(s): Football and wrestling Nominator: Marilyn Sewell Shane has played both offense and defense for his high school football team as both a linebacker and fullback. Shane has been on the team since he was in grade 8. Shane helps volunteer...

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Halli Morningstar

Name: Halli Morningstar FNMI community: Mississaugi Birth Year: 2003 Sport(s): Hockey, fastball, volleyball, basketball, golf Nominator: Tanya (mother) & Sabrina (coach) Halli was raised by single parent. Playing sports grounded her in confidence, leadership, self-esteem, and helped her make friends from diverse backgrounds. Halli started playing hockey as a player, but during the Little NHL...

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Shakotshanunyátha Doxtator

Name: Shakotshanunyátha Doxtator FNMI community: On^yote:aká (Oneida Nation of the Thames) Birth Year: 2007 Sport(s): Lacrosse, hockey, basketball, running, boxing, and snowboarding Nominator: Liona Doxtator Shakotshanunyátha never gives up, he shows confidence, and determination. He has strong self-discipline and is always smiling. His positive outlook makes him a great team player. He gives his teammates...

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Haylee Bouchard

Name: Haylee Bouchard FNMI community: Gull Bay First Nation Birth Year: 2005 Sport(s): Hockey, basketball, volleyball, curling, soccer, golf, and badminton Nominator: Amanda Bergman Since a young age, sports have always come naturally to Haylee, she plays each sport with pride, passion, and heart. Haylee takes initiative to motivate her teammates, is willing to learn...

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Jake Curran

Name: Jake Curran FNMI community: Georgian Bay Council, Region 7 Birth Year: 2006 Sport(s): Lacrosse and hockey Nominator: Lori Curran Jake plays rep lacrosse and hockey for Orillia. He also played on the Team Ontario U14 field team. He trains all winter with the Toronto Rock Elite and has made their Jr NLL team every...

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David Moskotaywenene

Name: David Moskotaywenene FNMI community: Bearskin Lake First Nation Birth Year: 2002 Sport(s): Hockey, football, weightlifting, and running Nominator: Ellen Moskotaywenene When David left the community to attend high school, he joined the Superior Collegiate High School football team and the Thunder Bay minor hockey team. He played football for two years. He was captain...

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Tyler Wilson

Name: Tyler Wilson FNMI community: Caldwell First Nation Birth Year: 2005 Sport(s): Track and field, badminton, volleyball, basketball, cross country, and soccer Nominator: Louise Hillier Tyler is very competitive and excels in sports winning gold medals, even while dealing with an injury, he kept going until he finished. Tyler is always willing to volunteer for the...

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