The continued growth and development of AHAI would not be possible without the contributions of dedicated volunteers. These individuals share in AHAI’s success and accomplishments year after year. Their tireless work and selfless dedication continue to make a difference in the sport of ice hockey and in the lives of those who play the game. Congratulations to the following individuals who have been recognized for their dedication to youth hockey in Illinois.

2020-2021 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Carl Miller
High School Hockey

AHAI Service Awards
Jack Weinberg
Chip Spina
Brad Baumruck

AHAI Volunteer of the Year Award
Melanie Freeman
Chicago Blackhawks Special Hockey

AHAI New Leadership Award
Blake Rowley
Glen Ellyn Admirals

AHAI Female Honors Award
Northshore Warhawks

2018-2019 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Judy Neville

AHAI Service Awards
Jim Clare, AHAI
Eric Cowsill, IHOA
Carl Sassolino, IHOA

AHAI Volunteer of the Year Award
Jim McKeague, IHSHL Illinois West Division
Ned Forsberg, Metro Girls Hockey League
Lynne Bournazos, Registrar for Team Illinois

AHAI New Leader Award
Kathy Monahan, Chicago Stallions

Female Honors Award
Glenview Stars

2017-2018 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Wally Kormylo

AHAI President’s Award
West Meadows Ice Arena

AHAI Service Award
Dave Zednik
Steve Drews
Bill Gomolinksi

AHAI New Leader Award
Keri Zschach

Female Honors Award
Central Illinois Girls Hockey

2016-2017 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Jim Neville
Rich Blight

AHAI Service Awards
Doug Becht
Jim Powers
Robert Fiorio

AHAI Volunteer of the Year Awards
Bob Wagner
Mike Svac
Anita Lichterman

AHAI New Leader Award
Melissa Rotunno

Female Honors Award
Chicago Mission

2015-2016 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI Lifetime Achievement Award
Pete Humann

AHAI Service Awards
Chuck Fattore
Bill Fehrman

AHAI New Leader Award
Jason Habrock

Female Honors Award
Sabre Girls Hockey

2014-2015 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI Lifetime Achievement Awards
Bob Mathson
Rich Becker

AHAI Service Awards
Mike Durkin
Tony Cachey

AHAI New Leader Award
Anita Lichterman

Female Honors Award
Chicago Young Americans

2013-2014 AWARD RECIPIENTS

AHAI President’s Award
The A Step aHead Program

AHAI New Leader Award
Mike Barrett

Female Honors Award
Chicago Mission