Photo: Ryan Sawatzky
Winkler Flyers forward, Jacob Michelson, was recognized on Friday night as the Flyers RBC Community Ambassador.
Michelson has displayed outstanding citizenship and sportsmanship both on and off the ice and a commitment to volunteerism. RBC Community Ambassadors are recognized for making a difference by giving back to their time to the communities where they play.
“I’m grateful for being recognized and to represent what our team has done for the community,” Michelson shared. “The Flyers are a big part of Winkler and I believe our players show a great standard for what it means to be a hockey player. This is something I’m very proud to be a part of.”
“Without the towns support we wouldn’t be able to play here, it’s crucial we give back and at the very least are role models for kids in our community and serve anyone we can. Personally, it was rewarding to be part of the floor hockey program at Emerado and just to feel like a kid again running around and having fun.”
Like Michelson, each Ambassador is recognized at their RBC Game Night and will be honoured by a donation from RBC to a school or program in their local community.
“The relationships you build within the community is very special to me. At the rink for minor hockey practices, officiating hockey, or visiting the schools you meet and connect with so many individuals. I remember what it was like to be a kid and look up to hockey players, it’s the reason I wear #16. I want to show the best version I can be of that role model. As hockey players we can make a difference beyond hockey.”
At the conclusion of the regular season, one RBC – MJHL Community Ambassador will be named as the recipient of the RBC Community Award, which comes with a further donation from RBC in the player’s name to a school in their local community.
