Langley Thunder's Anthony Malcom was the co-recipient of the WLA's rookie of the year award with New Westminster goaltender Eric Penney. The Thunder's Brett Mydske (below scoring on Penney during game four of the teams' semifinal series was named the top defender.

Langley Thunder's Anthony Malcom was the co-recipient of the WLA's rookie of the year award with New Westminster goaltender Eric Penney. The Thunder's Brett Mydske (below scoring on Penney during game four of the teams' semifinal series was named the top defender.

Malcom, Mydske earn honours for Thunder

Western Lacrosse Association announces award winners, league all stars with three Langley players earning recognition

Two members of the Langley Thunder were recognized for their stellar seasons by the Western Lacrosse Association.

Forward Anthony Malcom was named the co-recipient of the Ed Bailey Award, as the league’s rookie of the year. He shares the award with New Westminster goaltender Eric Penney.

Malcom was tied for second on the Thunder with 26 goals and was fourth with 49 points in 18 games.

And Brett Mydske won the Gord Nicholson Award as the WLA’s top defensive player.

The award winners were announced on Aug. 12.

Mydske was also named a first team all-star while Pat Saunders was a second team selection after finishing tied for second in goals (33) and third in points (71).

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