The Professional Hockey Players' Association
Phil Mazzone Memorial Scholarships
About The Scholarships
Each year, scholarships are awarded to two players from the American Hockey League and two players from the ECHL who demonstrate a strong commitment to continuing their education while making a meaningful impact within their teams and communities. Recipients exemplify mentorship, leadership, and encouragement toward others — values that reflect the spirit of Phil Mazzone.
Scholarship recipients are selected by members of the Mazzone family in collaboration with the PHPA. As part of the application process, candidates share their career goals, intended courses or programs of study, and how they embody Phil Mazzone’s legacy and values.
All PHPA Members are eligible to apply.
AHL Past Recipients
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Year
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Recipient
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2023/2024
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Cameron Gaunce
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2023/2024
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Nicholas DeSimone
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2024/2025
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Cole Bardreau
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2024/2025
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Parker Gahagen
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2025/2026
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Chris Terry
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2025/2026
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Gustav Olofsson
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ECHL Past Recipients
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Year
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Recipient
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2023/2024
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Louie Caporusso
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2023/2024
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Chris Ordoobadi
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2024/2025
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James Mazza
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2024/2025
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Chaz Reddekopp
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2025/2026
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Brett Budgell
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2025/2026
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Wyatt McLeod
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About Phil Mazzone
Phil Mazzone was instrumental in the formation of the PHPA Career Enhancement Program in 1997 and served as its first program Coordinator until his retirement in 2004.
Since its inception, the program has assisted over 2,500 PHPA Members, offering a range of services including education upgrades, employment placements, and preparation for their post-hockey careers. Prior to his tenure at the PHPA, Mazzone was a long-time educator who was experienced in helping high school students transition to post-secondary education or the workforce.
Phil helped hundreds of student-athletes achieve their goal of attaining a college scholarship.
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