Chub Downey had a long history in Bracebridge. He was instrumental in organizing what we now take so much for granted as our minor hockey system. For some time, Chub Downey, on behalf of the Kinsmen Club and because of his own personal interest, coached EVERY team in the hockey system. Although of modest stature, Chub was a dynamic skater and hockey player. There are many memorable instances in Chub’s hockey career in Bracebridge including many minor hockey championships and near championships as both a coach and player. In 1953, Chub coached the Bracebridge Midget team to an Ontario Championship defeating an Orangeville team in the finals while at the same time participating as a key player for the Bracebridge Bears Intermediate team who won the Ontario Intermediate “B” Championship in the finals against Durham.
This award is for the Rep or AE Coach of the year. Nominations will be accepted until March 24th, 2025