St. Thomas Aquinas High School

#1 Tatyana Sandy-Kasprick

From the Coaches:

Tatyana is a compassionate and dedicated team player, bringing support and positivity both on and off the ice. As a goalie, she is a reliable last line of defense, making game changing saves and keeping the team above. Everyone wants to be roommates with Tatyana on any road trip. Her leadership, hard work, and team-first attitude make her an invaluable asset to our team. We will miss you, Taty! 

From Taty:

I started playing hockey in Timbits when I was five, and in grade 4, my dad started teaching me to be a goalie. My first game in net was during a girls playoffs. It went to 3-on-3 overtime and then a shootout. We won, and in that intense moment, I knew I wanted to be a goalie from then on.

Over the years, I played on both boys' and girls' teams in Kenora Minor Hockey and the Lake of the Woods girls team. Some seasons were tough, and I played on my fair share of losing teams, but we always had fun.

Hockey has taught me perseverance, hard work, and the importance of teamwork, and encouraging each other, no matter what. Some of my best memories come from being part of the Saints, from road trips and time with the team to winning NWOSSAA against Fort Frances and competing at OFSAA. The time has gone by so fast, and it's hard to believe I won’t be a Saints girl next year.

My advice to future Saints is to enjoy every moment, have fun, don’t take it for granted, and always support each other, because one day, you’ll have to say goodbye.

Hockey and dance are my biggest passions, and I hope to continue both in the future. I’m planning to take a gap year to travel and experience life beyond school before continuing my studies. I want to thank my parents, coaches, managers, and teammates for all their support and for giving me memories I’ll cherish forever. I’m so grateful to be part of this hockey family.

#12 Rylee Kipling

From the Coaches:

Rylee brings kindness, humor, and an unbeatable team spirit to everything she does. Her selflessness and willingness to support others make her an incredible teammate, while her contagious laugh lifts everyone’s spirits. We even named a drill after her this year. Whether on or off the ice, she creates a positive environment wherever she goes. We will miss you, Kipper!

From Rylee:

Who knew the little girl in the figure skates wearing a purple tutu to every practice would be standing here tonight wearing stinky hockey equipment? I switched over to playing hockey as a first-year novice after spending many hours in the rink watching my older brothers play. I wanted to be just like them, so I decided to try hockey. I continued to play both house league and rep hockey, representing Lake of the Woods Girls hockey, and will wrap up this year. One of my favourite memories from LOWGH was when our Bantam Canucks rep team went undefeated the whole season! I have had the privilege to play in the annual Little NHL with the Wikwemikong Lady Hawks since my first year of peewee, and I will play my last tournament with them this year. I had a lot of practice as a defence in these tournaments! I debuted in the NAFN last year, representing my home community of Whitefish Bay. The Whitefish Bay Lady Rangers skated to the championship and won the tournament. I joined the Saints team in grade 9. It has been a joy growing, developing, and maturing with such a great group of friends. My biggest highlight with the Saints was when we made history by becoming the first girl's hockey team from TA to make it to OFFSA!

My advice to future players is this, “Not every shift will be perfect. If you have a rough one, don’t dwell on it. Clear your mind, stay mentally tough, and keep pushing. Believe in yourself and never stop trying.

Almost 2 years ago, I lost my best friend Callie and her little brother Evan. Each time I step out on the ice, I think of her. I always remind myself to play for her as she would've done the same for me. 

I would like to thank everyone who has shared my hockey journey with me. Special shout out to Saints manager Jodi, coaches Dave, Sean, Jess, Montana, Matt, and especially my dad for pushing me to be the best player I can be.

Next year, I plan to attend college and hope to continue my hockey career in some way.

I will treasure the many memories I have made both on and off the ice with all of these teams.

#5 “C” Connor Bender

From the Coaches:  Connor defines what it means to be a Saint—leading by example with his strong defensive play, work ethic, and humble, team-first attitude. His presence, both on and off the ice, is truly irreplaceable.
From Connor: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was winning the Dryden tournament this year. My advice to incoming players is to establish a gameday routine and always maintain a positive mindset. Looking ahead, I plan to pursue an electrical apprenticeship.

#17 Ashton Nutley

From the Coaches: Ashton’s relentless work ethic—in the gym, at practice, and on the ice—has made him a dependable player at both ends. His size and determination have shaped him into the player he is today. Your leadership and veteran presence will be greatly missed.  
From Ashton: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was playing with my friends and going on road trips. My favorite motivational quote is by Wayne Gretzky: "You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." In the future, I plan to work towards becoming an electrician

#23 “A” Jaxen Savage

From the Coaches: Jaxen’s offensive talent has made him one of the league’s top scorers and a key contributor to the team’s success. His scoring touch, combined with his leadership, has left a lasting mark on Saints Hockey.

From Jaxen: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was definitely the tournaments, sleepovers in hotels, and team dinners. My advice to incoming players is to work hard, follow the coach's rules, and enjoy every second of it. In the future, I hope to play hockey again next year and eventually attend trade school.

#3 Delaney Turner

From the Coaches

 Delaney is a dedicated and compassionate individual. She is known for her kindness, strong work ethic, being a loyal and dependable teammate both on and off the ice. She leads by example with her kindness and determination. Her commitment to hard work makes her an invaluable player in any sport or setting. We will miss you, Delaney!

From Delaney:

I want to start off by saying thank you to each and every one of you girls for making these past 4 years so amazing. My Saints career started out pretty rough. In my rookie year, we didn’t win a lot of games and it didn’t really feel like a true team. But each new year came with a new great group of girls that brought us closer together and made our team better, so thank you all for making this team feel like a family. I’m so grateful for all my experiences here and how the team and coaches have helped me grow not only as a player but also as a person.

               Going to OFSAA for hockey has always been the goal and with all of your help, last year we finally achieved it. We made history by being the first ever Saints girls hockey team to make it to OFSAA, so now I will always get to one-up my sister because they never made it there. 

               One of my favourite memories is from grade 10 on the bus trip to Sioux Lookout when the whole team sang karaoke the entire way there, then won our game 16-0 and continued to sing the whole way back. Things like that is what makes this group so special and unforgettable. We all get along so well it is going to be very hard to say goodbye, but I know the team has such a bright future. But hey who knows, maybe you will all see me here again next year. 

#15 Reese Rody

From the Coaches:  Reese may be small, but she is mighty. Bringing hard work, skill, and heart to every game. A kind and funny teammate, she lifts those around her with her positive attitude and leads by example. She never gives up and through hard work, dedication, and passion she has grown into an excellent hockey player. We will miss you, Reese!

From Reese:

With my last year of hockey coming to an end I’m realizing how grateful I am for everything this sport has given me. It has been a big part of my life since I was little and it’s taught me hard work, discipline, and how to work in as team and more, all things I will continue to use for the rest of my life. I have had so much fun playing with my best friends and it’s sad to think that I won’t be here playing with the team next year. If I could go back, I wouldn’t take anything for granted because it all goes by so fast and I can’t believe it’s almost over. My favourite thing has always been going to tournaments especially our rep tournaments when we were younger. I would like to thank my coaches Dave, Sean and Jess, the manager Jodie and my family. I would also like to thank all my old coaches, Pat,  for all of their time, effort, always pushing me and supporting me. I have made all of my best friends through hockey and I have been playing with some of these girls my whole life, I have made so many memories that I’ll never forget. I’m so lucky to have played on this team I’ve had so much fun and I wish I could have more time with them. I plan to go to university next year and I hope I can still be involved in hockey in some way, I will miss everyone so much.

#10 “A” Ben Favreau


From the Coaches: Ben is the kind of player every coach wishes for—willing to do whatever it takes to win and one of the league’s top defensive forwards. He leads by example with unmatched work ethic, humble drive, and a team-first mentality, embodying what it means to play Saints Hockey.

From Ben: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was attending tournaments, staying in hotels, and dinners with the team. My advice to incoming players is to enjoy every moment because the seasons fly by. In the future, I plan to attend university to pursue a career in teaching.

#21 Hudson Willet

From the Coaches: Hudson’s powerful shot, size, strength, and skating ability make him a versatile player who impacts the game defensively and along the boards. Your team-first mentality and veteran presence will be greatly missed, Hudson.
From Hudson: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was the hotel and bus shenanigans. My advice to incoming players is to enjoy your time with the team while you can. In the future, I hope to pursue a career as a defense attorney.

#25 Tristan Kelly

 From the Coaches: Tristan’s determination to be the best player he can has inspired everyone around him. His extra time and effort before and after practice have made him a key player in all situations. You’ve led by example on and off the ice, Tristan—you will be missed.
From Tristan: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was winning gold in Dryden's tournament with a 4-0 shutout. My advice to incoming players is to enjoy every tournament, game, and practice because it’s over before you know it. In the future, I hope to play a couple of years of college volleyball and then pursue a career in the trades.

#6 Addy Greer

From the Coaches:

Addy is a kind and selfless leader, always putting her team first. As our captain, she leads with passion, kindness, and selflessness. She is always inspiring those around her with her hard work and positivity. Her support and ability to bring out the best in others make her an invaluable asset both on and off the ice. We will miss you, Addy! 

From Addy:

The memories I've made in hockey are ones I'll never forget. From novice hockey tournaments to going to OFSAA for the first time last year. The friendships I’ve created with the teammates I played with for years are unbreakable, they went from friends to family. The lessons and leadership I learned from hockey will carry with me long after high school and will stick with me for the rest of my life. It's hard to put into words how much il miss both practicing and playing with these girls, it makes me sad knowing that it's coming to an end, but am very thankful I got to have this experience. 

               My favorite hockey memory is winning the Husky Classic tournament in Winnipeg. This is important to me because it was my first year playing with my sister Cals, and we went out and won it. The advice I would give to future Saints players is to always try your best, it doesn’t matter who’s watching our game in the stands, it doesn’t matter if you don’t have any points on the score sheet. When you don’t give up and have the work ethic good things will come and it won’t go unnoticed. The thought of every final bus trip, practice, and each game coming to an end is hard to shake. I am incredibly thankful for my experiences with my 4 years of Saints hockey. As my last year of high school hockey comes to an end I would like to thank my coaches, manager, teachers, family, and teammates, because I know it wouldn’t be possible to play without them. 

#19 Sophie Muise

From the Coaches:

Sophie is a highly skilled and determined individual, having talent both on and off the ice. Whether making game changing goals or excelling in other sports, she is a ferocious competitor at heart. She knows how to make an impact in the game. We will miss you, Sophie!

From Sophie:

Its hard to believe we are in our final season with the Saints hockey team. We have all played together on this team since grade 9, and the last 4 years have been unforgettable.  I have enjoyed so many great times and made so many friends on the team.  One of the best memories was winning NorWossa  by beating Fort Frances and attending Ofsaa last year, something no other TA Saints Girls team has done before.  I have enjoyed countless hours on a bus with my team. 

One of my favorite hockey memories comes from a tournament in Winnipeg, where a harmless prank turned into an unforgettable moment—let’s just say a Sharpie, some creative teamwork, and a little payback made for a great story! Beyond the memories and wins, hockey has been a huge part of my life, it has shaped me into the player and person I am today.  Some of my best memories are of our Rep days in LOWGH.  We had a great team, we were undeafeated and learned a lot from our coach Pat Kipling.

 A special shoutout goes to my Mom, my biggest supporter through it all, and my Dad, who never let me quit and always pushed me to give my best effort. Huge thanks also go to my coaches—Jess, Dave, and Sean—for their guidance and everything they’ve done for this team.

To the younger and upcoming Saints players, and to anyone playing this game: Enjoy every moment. Play every shift like it’s your last, because time flies. Lean on your teammates—they’re not just teammates, they’re family. Work hard and never forget why you love the game.

Once a Saint, always a Saint

Next year I plan to attend college and hopefully play hockey since it has always been a part of my life. 

#16 Nolan Ogilvie

From the Coaches: Nolan’s work ethic, determination, and commitment to being the best have set the standard for excellence. His dedication and drive have made a lasting impact on Saints Hockey and inspired first-year players to follow his lead.

From Nolan: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was when we were in Brandon and Ben ate a fish filet for the first time. My advice to incoming players is to enjoy it with your friends because it doesn’t last long. In the future, I plan on attending Algonquin College for Police Foundations.

# 22 Colby Lawaetz

From the Coaches:  Colby’s next-level release makes him a constant scoring threat, and his ability to win battles for 50/50 pucks below the goal line is invaluable. Your dedication and leadership have set a great example for future players, and you’ll leave a hole in Saints Hockey.
From Colby: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was the very first Glenboro tournament. My advice to incoming players is to have fun. After high school, I plan on taking a gap year.

#29 James Hill

From the Coaches: James’s skill, dedication, and leadership have set the standard for everyone around him. Your presence in the crease has been a key part of the team’s success, and the void you leave behind is truly irreplaceable. 
From James: One of my favorite memories from Saints hockey was the time spent on bus trips and in hotels during tournaments. My favorite motivational quote is by Michael Jordan: "Some people want it to happen, some wish it could happen, others make it happen." In the future, I plan on going to school for Civil Engineering