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2012-2013 NBL Canada Award Winners

On April 14th in Saint John during the All-Star Breakfast, the 2012-2013 NBL Canada awards were distributed.

Ian Fowler Executive of the Year Award

Moncton’s Ian Fowler was a dedicated community leader, instrumental in bringing the Miracles to Moncton and a huge supporter and partner of NBL Canada. Ian helped to transform Magnetic Hill into a major concert hub, drawing in international stars like the Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi and U2.

In his role as Moncton's General Manager of Economic Development, Tourism and Culture, he also attracted sporting events, including the World Junior Track and Field Championships in 2010.

Sadly in November 2011 Ian passed away, but his vision, support and passion will always be remembered. Through this award NBL Canada will recognize the Executive that has helped their franchise succedd on and off the court and has made a lasting impression in their community. The recipient is selected by the Commissioner.

 

Ian Fowler Executive of the Year Award: Kim Blanco, Moncton Miracles

 

Expansion Franchise Of The Year: Windsor Express

 

Coach of the Year: Micheal Ray Richardson, London Lightning & Joe Salerno, Summerside Storm

 

Player Awards:

 

Most Valuable Player, Regular Season:

Devin Sweetney, Moncton Miracles

 

Sixth Man Of The Year:

Rodney Buford, London Lightning

 

Canadian Of The Year:

Joey Haywood, Halifax Rainmen

 

Defensive Player Of The Year:

Al Stewart, Summerside Storm

 

Rookie Of The Year:

Isaac Butts, Moncton Miracles

 

Newcomer of the Year:

Marvin Phillips, London Lightning

 

First Team All-NBL Canada:

Darren Duncan, Halifax Rainmen/Windsor Express

Devin Sweetney, Moncton Miracles

Brandon Robinson, Halifax Rainmen/Summerside Storm

Elvin Mims, London Lightning

Isaac Butts, Moncton Miracles

 

Second Team All-NBL Canada:

Anthony Anderson, Saint John Mill Rats

Jerice Crouch, Saint John Mill Rats

Tim Ellis, London Lightning

Quinnel Brown, Halifax Rainmen

Marvin Phillips, London Lightning

 

Third Team All-NBL Canada:

Nick Okorie, Oshawa Power

Al Stewart, Summerside Storm

Chris Commons, Windsor Express

Joey Haywood, Halifax Rainmen

Antonio Ballard, Summerside Storm

 

First Team All-Defence:

Antonio Ballard, Summerside Storm

Al Stewart, Summerside Storm

Isaac Butts, Moncton Miracles

Elvin Mims, London Lightning

Kevin Loiselle, Windsor Express

 

Second Team All-Defence:

Jaushay Rockett, Oshawa Power

Jonas Pierre, Montreal Jazz

Marvin Phillips, London Lightning

Sylvania Watkins, Moncton Miracles

Cavell Johnson, Saint John Mill Rats

 

First Team All-Canada:

Joey Haywood, Halifax Rainmen

Greg Surmacz, Windsor Express

Sheray Thomas, Montreal Jazz/Saint John Mill Rats

Antwi Atuahene, London Lightning

Kevin Loiselle, Windsor Express

 

Second Team All-Canada:

Papa Oppong, Oshawa Power

Quincy Okolie, Halifax Rainmen

Kamar Burke, Moncton Miracles

Doug McKinney, Summerside Storm

Kevin Francis, Saint John Mill Rats

 

NBL Canada All-Playoff Team:

Rodney Buford, London Lightning

Isaac Butts, Moncton Miracles

Chris Commons, Windsor Express

Jerice Crouch, Saint John Mill Rats

Darren Duncan, Windsor Express

Elvin Mims, London Lightning

Marvin Phillips, London Lightning

Kenny Jones, Saint John Mill Rats

Brandon Robinson, Summerside Storm

Devin Sweetney, Moncton Miracles

Josiah Turner, Summerside Storm


2011-2012 NBL Canada Award Winners

On April 1st in Halifax during the All-Star Breakfast, the 2011-2012 NBL Canada awards were distributed.

Ian Fowler Executive of the Year Award

Moncton’s Ian Fowler was a dedicated community leader, instrumental in bringing the Miracles to Moncton and a huge supporter and partner of NBL Canada. Ian helped to transform Magnetic Hill into a major concert hub, drawing in international stars like the Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi and U2.

In his role as Moncton's General Manager of Economic Development, Tourism and Culture, he also attracted sporting events, including the World Junior Track and Field Championships in 2010.

Sadly in November 2011 Ian passed away, but his vision, support and passion will always be remembered. Through this award NBL Canada will recognize the Executive that has helped their franchise succedd on and off the court and has made a lasting impression in their community. The recipient is selected by the Commissioner.

 

Ian Fowler Executive of the Year Award: Duncan Shaw, Summerside Storm

Selected by the Commissioner

 

Expansion Franchise Of The Year: London Lightning

Selected by President & CEO and Chief Operating Officer.

 

Coach of the Year: Micheal Ray Richardson, London Lightning

Awarded to the coach who wins the playoffs.

  

Player Awards:

 

Voted on by all seven NBL Canada Head Coaches.

 

Rogers Communications Most Valuable Player, Regular Season

Gabe Freeman, London Lightning

 

Sixth Man Of The Year (Started In Less Than 50% Of Games Participated)

Eddie Smith, London Lightning

 

Canadian Of The Year

Joey Haywood, Halifax Rainmen

 

Defensive Player Of The Year

Al Stewart, Summerside Storm

 

Rookie Of The Year

Brandon Robinson, Oshawa Power

 

First Team All-NBL Canada:

Anthony Anderson, Saint John Mill Rats

Gabe Freeman, London Lightning

Ralphy Holmes, Quebec Kebs

Mike Williams, Summerside Storm

Lawrence Wright, Halifax Rainmen

 

Second Team All-NBL Canada:

Tim Ellis, London Lightning

Omari Johnson, Oshawa Power

Trayvon Lathan, Moncton Miracles

Tyrone Levett, Halifax Rainmen

Brandon Robinson, Oshawa Power

 

First Team All-Defence:

Al Stewart, Summerside Storm

Gabe Freeman, London Lightning

James "Boo" Jackson, Quebec Kebs

Tyrone Levett, Halifax Rainmen

Mike Williams, Summerside Storm

 

Second Team All-Defence:

Boubacar Coly, Moncton Miracles

DeAnthony Bowden, London Lightning

Joey Haywood, Halfiax Rainmen

Ralphy Holmes, Quebec Kebs

Sylvania Watkins, Moncton Miracles

 

Playoff Awards:

 

Playoff MVP: Gabe Freeman, London Lightning

 

NBL ALL-PLAYOFF FIRST TEAM

Gabe Freeman, London Lightning

Eddie Smith, London Lightning

Chris Hagen, Halifax Rainmen

Royce Parran, Quebec Kebs

Tim Ellis, London Lightning

 

NBL ALL-PLAYOFF SECOND TEAM

Tyrone Levett, Halifax Rainmen

Shamari Spears, London Lightning

Jermaine Blackburn, Saint John Mill Rats

Ralphy Holmes, Quebec Kebs

Shawn Daniels, London Lightning