The Canadian Sport School Hockey League (CSSHL) is excited to announce the four winners of the Student-Athlete of the Month Award for December: Aaron Wood, Emersynn Lamabe, Dusty Koester & Holden Tamm
During the 2024/25 season the CSSHL introduced the Student-Athlete of the Month Award for the four different CSSHL divisions/age brackets: Eastern, West Female, West U18 Male (U18 Prep, U17 Prep, U17) and West U15 Male (U15 Prep and U15) .
This award is aimed at recognizing the student-athletes within the CSSHL and acknowledges their hard work, dedication, commitment, leadership, academics and community impact.
We would like to congratulate these four student-athletes, who were all nominated by their programs, for their hard work in the month of December.
East Division – Aaron Wood, Ontario Hockey Academy
“Aaron is a mature and high-achieving student-athlete. He always sets a great example for the younger players, and he is a regular feature on both the school’s Perfect Attendance List and Academic Honour Roll.”
West Female Division – Emersynn Lamabe, Northern Alberta Xtreme
“She has been a consistent leader in her effort level on the ice and in the gym. She approaches her training with professionalism and focus. She pushes herself in the gym and has been making great gains. This is her first year with CSSHL and she has made an impression. She is a strong academic and sets herself up for success everyday with how she approaches and completes her studies. Emersynn is a wonderful and kind hearted person. She is open and present with any of her teammates. She will work with any player she is asked to. Her hard work has gotten her special team opportunities and someone people can look to. I think she is a great athlete for this recognition.”
West Male U15 Division – Dusty Koester, Coeur d’Alene Hockey Academy
“Dusty, in December, you met adversity with an injury that took you out of the game and school. However, your work ethic and dedication to your goals, both on and off the ice, were evident as you stayed in communication and did everything you could to put yourself in a strong position upon your return. This shows a genuine commitment to hard work, work ethic, and maintaining a positive attitude. We could not be prouder of you! Keep up the excellent work!”
West Male U18 Division – Holden Tamm, Okanagan Hockey Academy
“Holden Tamm sets the standard for what it means to be a high-achieving student-athlete within our program and across the CSSHL. Holden has demonstrated outstanding commitment to his academics, earning exceptional results as a Grade 11 student while managing the demands of a rigorous academy and travel schedule. He has achieved a 96% in Math 12, 100% in Chemistry 11, and 95% in Law 12, highlighted by a near-perfect performance in senior-level coursework. These results are matched by a perfect attendance record, both at home and at the academy, reflecting his consistency, discipline, and prioritization of his education.
On the ice, Holden’s performance has been equally impressive – he has posted the league’s second-best win total, Goals Against Average, and Save Percentage. His play in net has showcased composure, competitiveness, and reliability, providing his team with confidence every time he stepped onto the ice.
Beyond academics and statistics, Holden continues to lead by example in all areas of academy life. He consistently sets the standard for dressing room cleanliness, demonstrates exemplary on-the-road behaviour, and maintains a strong team-first mentality. His professionalism, character, and attention to detail have a positive impact on teammates and staff alike.
Holden Tamm exemplifies the values this award is designed to recognize—academic excellence, athletic performance, and outstanding character—and is a highly deserving candidate for CSSHL Student of the Month for December.”
