Geremy Newbury

Team: Whitehorse Minor Hockey Association

Year Received: 2022

Bio: One of the biggest factors in the success of Yukon sport and Yukon athletes is our coaches. Coaches inspire, coaches lead, and coaches mentor our youth, giving them the skills and techniques not only to succeed in their sport, but to face adversity and challenge themselves through life.

Each year, the Coach of the Year award recognizes a coach for their exceptional efforts and the impact they make on our community. This year’s recipient is Geremy Newbury, in honour of his dedication to Whitehorse Minor Hockey.

Geremy has been involved with the Whitehorse Minor Hockey Association for the past five seasons, in which he has served as a head or assistant coach of a number of teams, including being Head Coach of the U13 Mustangs A team.

He is known for creating a culture of respect and hard work, and his commitment extends to his dynamic practice plans, commitment to the development and mentorship of his athletes, and belief in leading by example - bringing a positive and constructive attitude both on and off the ice.

The results speak for themselves - this year, the U13 Mustangs A team won gold at two tier 3 tournaments and very nearly won gold in a tier 2 tournament.