The Lady Gridders marked the end of their undefeated season with an Awards Banquet held on October 30 at St. Mary’s in Yorkton. Joined by family and friends, the team reflected on a remarkable season filled with hard work, dedication, and camaraderie. The coaching staff presented a range of awards to honor individual achievements and contributions that fueled the team’s success.
Award Recipients: The banquet recognized standout players in various categories, including:
- Offensive Player of the Year
- Junior Offensive Player of the Year
- Defensive Player of the Year
- Junior Defensive Player of the Year
- Offensive Lineman of the Year
- Defensive Lineman of the Year
- Special Teams Player
- Rookie of the Year
- Most Improved Player
- Spirit Award
- Coach’s Award
- Kane Procyshen Memorial Award
- Junior Teammate of the Year
- Lady’s Choice MVP
- Junior Heart and Hustle Award
- Most Valuable Player
Among the award winners were Zietske Brits of Langenburg, who took home the Rookie of the Year Award, sponsored by D Signs and Designs. Tally Shipp of Langenburg received two honors: Junior Offensive Player of the Year, sponsored by Joanna Reaney, and Junior Teammate of the Year, sponsored by Oak and Olive.
Local Players Representing Their Communities: Several local athletes from Churchbridge and Langenburg contributed to the team’s success:
- Junior Team:
- #10 Macyn Zulyniak (Churchbridge) – Quarterback
- #14 Piper Giles (Langenburg) – Offensive Line
- #84 Tally Shipp (Langenburg) – Running Back/Receiver
- Senior Team:
- #2 Zietske Brits (Langenburg) – Linebacker
- #11 Hayden Shipp (Langenburg) – Quarterback
- #20 Chayce Becker (Churchbridge) – Defensive Back
The Lady Gridders’ season was marked by resilience, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. The awards banquet served as a fitting tribute to each player’s hard work and the lasting memories made on and off the field.