TORONTO, ON – The Greater Toronto Hockey League is proud to announce Patti Marshall as the recipient of the 2025 Cooper Humanitarian Award. Marshall was recognized with the award at the annual GTHL Awards Gala presented by Nothers The Award Store, held June 12 at the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Established in 1977 and originally sponsored by Cooper Canada, the Cooper Humanitarian Award recognizes individuals who have provided lengthy and dedicated service to minor hockey and the youth who benefit from their efforts. The award is a tribute to the countless hours, tireless commitment, and unwavering passion that keep grassroots hockey strong.
This year’s recipient, Patti Marshall, has been a pillar in the minor hockey community — most notably through her 32 years of involvement with the City of Vaughan Hockey Association (CVHA). Her journey through the game has included many roles: Select Delegate, Board Member, and Vice President of House League, just to name a few.
Long before digital systems streamlined registration, Marshall was the person who made sure every child had the opportunity to hit the ice. Her care, commitment, and reliability have impacted generations of players and families in Vaughan and beyond.
Today, Marshall has come full circle, once again serving as Select Delegate, supporting 25 Vaughan Rangers Select teams and remaining a strong supporter of the North York Hockey League (NYHL). Known as someone you can always count on, Marshall continues to be a behind-the-scenes difference-maker wherever she’s needed most.
The award was presented by GTHL Board of Director Ken Smith, who acknowledged Marshall’s extraordinary service and lasting impact on youth hockey.
All award recipients also received a $250 gift card courtesy of Esso, helping to fuel their ongoing hockey journeys.
Congratulations to Patti Marshall, the 2025 Cooper Humanitarian Award winner. Your decades of dedication have shaped opportunities, communities, and futures — thank you for making a lasting difference in the game.
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