Be a part of the exciting 37th Annual
OMGHA Scholastic Achievement Award Ceremony!
WHEN: Monday, April 28, 2025 - 6:00PM
WHERE: Lord of Life Church - Maple Grove
Casual Attire
2025 Scholastic Achievement Application:
Character Award Nomination:
The Scholastic Achievement Award program honors those travel OMGHA hockey players who achieved a 3.0 or higher grade point average during the 2024-2025 hockey season, or who were nominated by their team exemplifying the character traits promoted by the #11forJacob Movement.
1) review all the eligibility requirements below
2) calculate your player's grade average
3) if your player qualifies, then, fully complete and submit the registration form
4) the SAA committee will notify all ineligible applicants. All eligible applicants will not be notified and are invited to attend the ceremony
Confidentiality
All report cards and student information will be kept in strict confidence and will be reviewed by the SAA committee for grade averages only. Please white out any other personal information that you don’t wish to share.
APPLICATION SUBMISSION
If your player meets the above eligibility requirements, please:
1. Submit this application.
2. Upload 1 document with trimester 1 & 2 printed or copy and pasted into the 1 document. If this is not possible, upload both trimester 1 and trimester 2 report cards. Email with any questions.
Please note the SAA Committee will consider the following as ineligible applications. Please understand these are firm and established guidelines of the program. Exceptions will not be made. Parents submitting ineligible applications will be notified.
All eligible and on time applications will be accepted. No notifications will be sent for the accepted applications. Eligible applications should plan to attend the ceremony.
The Scholastic Awards Achievement Ceremony includes a character component. Each travel team will work to embed character development into their team culture throughout the season. At the end of the season, the head coach will nominate one player who best represents the traits promoted by the #11forJacob movement. The nominated player should be an excellent model of a player working hard to live these traits both on and off the ice, in the classroom, and at home. Personal character, not athleticism, is the focus of this award. Individual head coaches may determine how the players are selected from their teams. The nominated player may meet the established scholastic requirements, but this is NOT required.
#11forJacob Movement - Character Traits
This movement centers around 11 simple traits that Jacob valued: Be fair, Be kind, Be understanding, Be honest, Be thankful, Be a good sport, Be a good friend, Be joyful, Be generous, Be gentle with others, Be positive.
Embedding Character Development into Your Team Culture
CHARACTER AWARD APPLICATION SUBMISSION - Each head coach will click this link to fill out the form at the end of the season.
We are accepting and appreciative of prize donations for the event. If you or your business would like to donate a prize, please contact Kristina Kampa or Bridget Erickson. All businesses and individuals will be acknowledged in the event program.
Matt Hendriks, born in Blaine, Minnesota, is a proud product of Minnesota youth hockey who turned his passion for the game into a 15-year NHL career. After leading Blaine High School to a state championship in 2000 and being named a Mr. Hockey finalist, Matt played college hockey at St. Cloud State where he became a top goal scorer. His journey wasn't easy - drafted by Nashville in 2000, he worked his way up through the minors before breaking into the NHL with the Colorado Avalanche.
Known for his grit, leadership, and team-first mentality, Matt played over 500 NHL games with teams like the Capitals, Oilers, and our hometown Minnesota Wild. He proved that heart and hustle can take you far. Now he's giving back to the game as the general manager of the Iowa Wild, helping shape the next generation of pros.