Joey Larson named 2019 Mr. Hockey

By @MichaelCaples –

FARMINGTON HILLS – Joey Larson will have to make some more room in the trophy case.

After winning a second-straight state title with Hartland High School, the Eagles’ captain has now captured the most prestigious individual award for high school hockey in Michigan.

Larson is the winner of the 2019 Mr. Hockey award.

The senior forward led the Kensington Lakes Activities Association in scoring in 2018-19, recording 25 goals and 20 assists for 45 total points.

“There isn’t a better character individual than Joey,” coach Rick Gadwa said. “We’re so incredibly proud of him. His skill set is second to none, but he’s an even better person off the ice.

“He’s a special, special hockey player.”

MHSHCA 2018 – 2019 Hockey Dream Team

Forwards

Joey Larson
Hartland – Senior
25 goals, 20 assists, 45 points, led KLAA in scoring

Rylan Clemons
Detroit Catholic Central | Senior
24 goals, 25 assists, 49 points, led MIHL in scoring

Gage Thrall
Davison | Senior
54 goals, 39 assists, 93 points, led MHSAA in scoring

Defensemen

Tim Erkkila
Brighton | Senior
8 goals, 16 assists, 24 points, +28 rating

Brendan Miles
Detroit Catholic Central | Junior
6 goals, 21 assists, 27 points, led MIHL defense in scoring

Goaltender

Cooper Black
Alpena High School | Senior
19 wins, 0.87 goals-against average, .964 save percentage, 8 shutouts