Leamington’s Justin Solcz Repeats As GM of the Year

For the second straight year, Leamington’s Justin Solcz has been named the OJHL General Manager of the Year.

In two years in the Ontario Junior Hockey League, the Flyers have posted a 79-21-8-4 record, finishing 3rd in the West Conference last season and claiming top spot this year.

This is also the second time in their two year OJHL history that Leamington has advanced to the conference finals.

“This award is a statement of our whole organization,” Solcz explains. “Our ownership group is phenomenal, and I want to center out our coach, Dale (Mitchell) has been incredible in his time leading this team to the success we’ve had. I want to thank our players, coaches, staff and volunteers for all their hard work to give our community the best hockey experience possible.”

Under Solcz’s watch, the Flyers franchise won the 2022 Sutherland Cup championship as members of the GOJHL, and the organization has also seen 13 players commit to NCAA D1 programs.

Justin has been with the organization from Day 1 in 2018 and he has continually showcased this organization to the greater hockey community.” Flyers owner, Jason Melo states. “His ability to attract top talent continues to exceed expectations and he plays an invaluable role in our continued success.”

The Flyers open the 2025 OJHL West Conference Finals tonight when they host the Milton Menace at the Nature Fresh Farms Recreation Centre at 7:10pm.