WGSHT Awards

Starting in 2013, VASHL presents a number of individual trophies at the conclusion of the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament known as the WGSHT-VASHL Awards.

2025

Distributed on 6/7/2025.

The Mooby Award
Most Valuable Player
(2025)

Dave Mader
Eden Prairie Mallrats

Awarded to the league’s most valuable player.

  VASHL MVP The Mooby

The Jay Award
Best Hair
(2025)

Stirling Slocock-Bennett
Bethlehem Buddies / Monroeville Zombies

Awarded to the player who has the most awesome beautiful hair.

 The Jay Best Hair Award

The Silent Bob, Silent Burn Award
Best Sunburn
(2025)

Ryan Finn
SModawa 37s

Awarded to the player with the worst sunburn.

  Silent Bob Sun Burn Award

The Clarke-Simpson Memorial Award (2025)

Patty Sager
Grace’s Tigers

Awarded to the player who utilized the cleverest smack talking on the court (without getting vicious).

  Darryl Clarke Memorial Award

The Kill Bill Kid Award (2025)

Michael McCutcheon
View Askew Vulgarians

Awarded to the player who sustains the greatest injury during the WGSHT tournament.

  The Kill Bill Kid Injury Award

The Suzanne Award (2025)

Eden Prairie Mallrats (Team)

Awarded to the player deemed the greatest party animal during the WGSHT tournament.

The Elias Award (2025)

Matthew Greenhut
LA Mings

Awarded to the “rookie of the year” at the WGSHT tournament.

The Harley Quinn Award 

Awarded, in select years, at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the VASHL.

  The Harley Quinn Award

The Clarke-Simpson Memorial Award

The Clarke-Simpson Memorial Award, formerly known as the Darryl Clarke Memorial Award, is presented annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to recognize the player who demonstrates the most clever and entertaining smack talk—while keeping it lighthearted and sportsmanlike. Named in honor of VASHL Commissioner Darryl Clarke, the award pays tribute to his legendary …

The Elias Award

The Elias Award is presented annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to recognize the “Rookie of the Year“, celebrating the player who makes the biggest impact in their debut tournament. Whether through exceptional performance, standout moments, or an undeniable presence on the court, this award acknowledges the freshest talent to hit the VASHL …

The Harley Quinn Award

The Harley Quinn Award is awarded, in select years, at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the VASHL. It is named in honor of Kevin Smith’s daughter, Harley Quinn Smith. She was named after the Batman villain Harley Quinn, whose image is featured on the award. Past Winners …

The Jay Award

The Jay Award is presented annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to honor the player with the most awesome, beautiful hair—or headwear. This lighthearted yet prestigious accolade recognizes those who bring style, flair, and undeniable presence to the rink, proving that in VASHL, looking good is just as important as playing well. Named …

The Jeff Anderson Award

The Jeff Anderson Award is awarded annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to the league’s top goaltender.. It is named in honor of Jeff Anderson, an actor best known for starring as Randal Graves in Clerks and Clerks II as well as Deacon in Zack and Miri Make a Porno. Both characters are portrayed as …

The Kill Bill Kid Award

The Kill Bill Kid Award is presented annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to the player who suffers the most significant injury during the event. Whether it’s an unfortunate collision, an unlucky fall, or just sheer bad luck, this dubious distinction recognizes those who leave the tournament with bruises, battle scars, and a …

The Mooby Award

The Most Valuable Player Award, affectionately known as “The Mooby”, is presented annually to the VASHL’s top player at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament. This prestigious honor recognizes an individual who demonstrates exceptional skill, leadership, and impact on the court, elevating their team’s performance throughout the tournament. The award’s trophy features a statue of …

The Silent Bob, Silent Burn Award

The Silent Bob, Silent Burn Award is presented annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to the unfortunate player who suffers the worst sunburn during the event. Whether from forgetting to reapply sunscreen, underestimating the blazing sun, or simply spending too much time on the court, this infamous honor recognizes those who leave the …

The Suzanne Award

The Suzanne Award is presented annually at the Walter Gretzky Street Hockey Tournament to the player who earns the title of greatest party animal, both during the tournament and in the after-hours festivities. Whether through legendary celebrations, infectious energy, or sheer endurance, this award honors the individual who keeps the spirit of VASHL alive long …