Summer 2022 Minor Hockey

Danny Cammack Memorial Award Recipient:

Mark Kokotenko

Published October 6, 2022

This award was created in memory of Danny Cammack.

Danny Cammack had many of the passions of a typical 13-year-old, but none was greater than hockey. What Danny lacked in size, he more than made up for with smooth powerful strides, soft hands and an uncanny puck sense.

Danny Cammack

Danny Cammack

As much as he loved the game, he loved the camaraderie that came with being a member of a hockey team. Perhaps this is why he was such a good team player. Dan loved to win but it was not the “Be all, end all”. He always kept things in perspective. Doing his best and having fun on the ice was what Danny was all about!

Since 2004, this Tucker Hockey Award has been issued quarterly each year to worthy program participants.

Coach Rex selected Mark Kokotenko as the Summer 2022 Minor Hockey – Danny Cammack Memorial Award Recipient. Congratulations Mark!

Mark in his very first set of hockey gear!

About Mark:

  • What do you like about the sport of hockey?

I like hockey because it’s very fun. This is an exciting and at the same time not easy game. It helps making new friends and develops physical skills.

  • When and how did you initially get involved with Tucker Hockey?

When we arrived to Canada, we were hosted by wonderful family of Darren and Charlene Dorey and their son Jayden. They’ve become not only our friends, but also our family. I saw Jayden play hockey professionally and it inspired me to try it too. I’ve received all the necessary equipment for the game from THE CALGARY FLAMES SPORTS BANK and I am very grateful for this.  I am also very grateful to Tucker Hockey for helping me learn how to skate and play hockey. 

  • How has hockey influenced or positively affected your life?

I’ve just started playing, but every day I look forward for a new session. I really enjoy hockey. Thank you so much.

Editor Note:

Mark we are very pleased that you enjoyed the Tucker Hockey experience this past Summer! 

Keep loving the game and working on your hockey fundamentals. Skating is the most important skill.   Keep having fun! Hope to see you again at the rink!

Best wishes & take care.

~Coach Rex