The sudden conclusion of the 2019-20 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic came as a shock to everyone, and it also meant a big change to the way the Saskatoon Blades reveal the winners for its annual individual team awards.

Unfortunately, the Blades were forced to cancel its annual awards banquet — an event that brings players, families, and our most passionate fans together for a special night of celebration and reflection.

But while the team was unable to bring everyone together under one roof, it didn’t stop us from working with our greatest fans to unveil each award winner, one way or another.

Here are the winners of the 2019-20 Individual Team Awards, as presented by those who cheer on the Blue and Gold

Hardest Worker: Chase Wouters

The Hardest Working Player award! Special thanks to Kyla and Nixon Koscielski, who did a tremendous job of unveiling this year's winner! pic.twitter.com/jvWVNM8khU — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Best Defenceman: Scott Walford

Next up: the Best Defenceman award. 11-year-old Jaxon Hozack is one of our biggest fans, rarely missing a game, and has the details! pic.twitter.com/xsvzd2DYTl — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Defensive Forward: Tristen Robins

Moving onto our Defensive Forward award, presented to the player who excels on both ends of the ice. We asked long-time season ticket holder Wilf Martin to present this award. Thanks Wilf, and hope to see you back at the rink soon! pic.twitter.com/3faxjPF8VO — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Rookie of the Year: Colton Dach

Our next award comes thanks to @RFlahertyGlobal of Global Saskatoon. Ryan is presenting the award for Rookie of the Year… and I think we can all agree on this one 😏 pic.twitter.com/AEHX6VayFW — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Hardest Hitter: Nolan Kneen

Up next: the Hardest Hitter award 🤜💥 Special thanks to 12-year-old Reis Jamieson for presenting this season's award winner! Keep repping the Pacman! pic.twitter.com/IvrIJ4UXbG — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Most Gentlemanly: Tristen Robins

Our next award is brought to you by long-time season ticket holder and one of our most passionate fans, Brad Hubbard. He's serving up the Most Gentlemanly award🕺 pic.twitter.com/y3cKCzsxRd — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Most Improved Player: Aidan De La Gorgendiere

Now for our Most Improved Player award. Blades Booster Club board member Bailey Urick has the details! Thanks for your help and support, Bailey 🙏 pic.twitter.com/jfCiggVpql — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Best Forward: Tristen Robins

🚨CUTE VIDEO ALERT🚨 4-year-old Caydence MacLeod, who would live at the rink if she could, presents this year's Best Forward award! Take it away, Caydence 📹 pic.twitter.com/pKiY0Qlk8T — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Bentley Memorial Academic Award: Jayden Wiens

Next up, we invited two of our most committed fans, Randy and Karen Wapple, to help us with the Bentley Memorial Academic award. Huge thanks, Randy and Karen, for your unwavering support last season! pic.twitter.com/IiQi6pd0nu — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Community Minded Award: Chase Wouters

Next up: the Community Minded award. This year's winner worked closely with @yxeFoodBank & Learning Centre all season. We invited Laurie O'Connor from the Food Bank to make the announcement! pic.twitter.com/nI2UcQCHwQ — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Fan of the Year: Ryan Collinge

At this time, we would like to announce and congratulate Ryan Collinge as our Fan of the Year for 2019-20. Ryan represented #BladeCity in tremendous fashion, showing support at all costs, and bringing a smile to every game. Thank you for your passion, Ryan! pic.twitter.com/z4M5iGASmo — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Fan’s Choice Award: Riley McKay

Moving to our Fan's Choice Award for the 2019-20 season, brought to you by the Bryksa Family! Thank you to all who took part in our online poll 🙏 you might recognize the winner this year…😉 pic.twitter.com/yEpl0XIuC0 — Saskatoon Blades (@BladesHockey) March 27, 2020

Most Valuable Player: Tristen Robins