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Billet & Volunteer Appreciation Night

by edaniels

The St. Thomas Stars organization took time on February 27 to recognize some of the most important people behind our team’s success our incredible billet families, dedicated volunteers, and our 2025–26 Fan Favourite winner.

Honouring Our Billet Families

Junior hockey players often leave home at a young age to pursue their dreams. Behind every player is a billet family that opens their home, provides support, and helps create an environment where these athletes can grow both on and off the ice.
This season, we proudly recognized the families who welcomed Stars players as part of their own:
Jennifer & Terry Kelland
Billeting Reid Crossman (absent) and Max Monnich
Deanna & Greg Pinnegar
Billeting Rory Savage and Victor Moody
Lindsey Rounds & Brandon Hickey
Billeting Joey Buzzetta and Will Camputaro
Barbara & Nik Rogers and their two daughters
Billeting Braxton Mullins
Gwen & Clay Taylor
Billeting Chase Pettipiece and Wyatt Cameron
Derek & Amanda Rice and their son and daughter
Billeting Alex Smyth and currently injured Cade Kinnear (absent)

Volunteer Appreciation

Recognizing Our Game Day Volunteers

A hockey game doesn’t happen without the people working behind the scenes. The Stars also recognized the many volunteers who dedicate countless hours to making every game night possible.

They show up early, stay late, and keep the game running. To all our hockey game day volunteers thank you. From the gate, to running the clock, and keeping the kids smiling, you are the heartbeat of our hockey family. We couldn’t do it without you.

We would like to acknowledge our Board of Directors that are volunteers who run Social Media, Fundraising, Special Events, Game Days, Facilities, and make sure the players needs are met throughout the season, they are the behind the scenes team that make things run smoothly.

2025–26 Fan Favourite is Myles Dunn
The night also celebrated the player chosen by the fans — someone who brings energy, determination, and excitement every time he hits the ice.
Hard-working, tenacious, dedicated, and electric, #23 Myles Dunn was named the 2025–26 St. Thomas Stars Fan Favourite.
Dunn has made a major impact this season, recording: 54 points in 44 games | 25 Goals | 29 Assists
Currently sitting 2nd in the league in rookie goals, Dunn has proven himself to be a true team player and difference-maker night after night.
Joining Myles on the ice for the presentation were his parents, Tara and Chad, while the award was presented by Stars Vice President Lindsey Rounds.
The St. Thomas Stars organization extends a heartfelt thank you to our billet families, volunteers, fans, and players who continue to make this season unforgettable. Hockey truly is a community effort — and Stars Nation continues to prove it every game night.