Jordan Froese said the thought of someone appreciating the work she's done in minor hockey would have been good enough.

But whoever it was thought enough of Froese to nominate her for a national honour, one which she is now the proud owner of.

Froese, who works with the Town of Hay River's recreation department, was named as one of 22 female hockey coaches around Canada to win the BFL Canada Female Coach of the Year Award earlier this month. The award, which is given out in conjunction with Hockey Canada, is split into two categories: community and competitive. Froese was named as the winner for Hockey North in the community category.

Abby Webster, who was born in Hay River, won in the competitive category.

Froese said she's known about the win for a while, but had to keep it secret un

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