Meet the Team
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G. Stephen Knowlton - President
Dr. G. Stephen Knowlton has been deeply involved in youth hockey for over 21 years, coaching his sons from mini mites through high school and leading a team to a Bell National Cup championship in Ottawa in 2018.
A lifelong Grosse Pointe resident, Dr. Knowlton is also a practicing dentist with nearly four decades of experience and advanced credentials from the University of Detroit and Wharton Business School. He and his wife, Elizabeth, are proud parents to two hockey-playing sons, George and Maxwell.
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Anne Gryzenia - Secretary & Director
Anne Gryzenia, Publisher of the Grosse Pointe News, brings a deep commitment to youth hockey. With years of experience managing her children’s hockey teams, she has led impactful initiatives for the Blue Devils, including the current locker room fundraiser and team-building efforts.
Anne works closely with coaches to identify needs and bridge resource gaps, always focused on enhancing the player experience and building a strong sense of community. She and her husband, Paul, proudly support their four hockey-playing children— Will, Jack, Davis, and Liv— while continuing to champion local hockey in Grosse Pointe.
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Celia Wade - Director
Celia Wade brings enthusiasm, experience, and a strong community spirit to her role as a Director of the Grosse Pointe South Hockey Hat Trick Club.
As a mother of three boys—one playing in the NAHL, one on South’s varsity team, and one active in baseball and football—Celia is deeply connected to youth sports and passionate about enhancing the hockey experience for players and families.
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Shana & Reid Cameron - Directors
Shana and Reid Cameron are deeply committed to the Grosse Pointe South Hockey Hat Trick Club. The Camerons are active community leaders involved in numerous local organizations, including the Neighborhood Club and Grosse Pointe Farms Foundation.
As parents to Quinn, a varsity assistant captain, and Harrison, their dedication to hockey and the Grosse Pointe community is both personal and far-reaching.
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Chris Bernard - Director
Chris Bernard is a committed community leader and proud supporter of youth sports in Grosse Pointe, especially hockey.
Chris and his wife, Kerri, have three sons— Ryan, Evan, and Liam —with Evan serving as captain of the Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils hockey team. Through his involvement in his children’s sports and dedication to youth athletics, Chris continues to strengthen the hockey program and foster a strong community spirit.
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Olivia Monette - Director
Olivia Monette brings a strong background in marketing to the Grosse Pointe South Hockey Hat Trick Club. A proud Grosse Pointe South graduate, she has spent years immersed in the hockey community, supporting the program through alumni engagement, creative fundraising, and locker room planning.
Olivia’s ties to Grosse Pointe hockey run deep. She’s a familiar face at games and team events and has a genuine love for the community that surrounds the program. Her focus is on strengthening the foundation for current players while building meaningful connections with alumni, families, and future generations of Blue Devils.
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Will Gryzenia - Junior Board Member
Davis Gryzenia is a member of the Grosse Pointe South varsity hockey team and has been a dedicated supporter of the program both on and off the ice. In addition to his commitment as a player, Davis played an active role in fundraising efforts for the team’s new locker room, helping support a project that will benefit current and future Blue Devils.
Davis takes pride in being part of the South hockey tradition and in giving back to a program that has meant so much to him and his family. His dedication to his teammates, the program and its future reflects the strong sense of community that defines Grosse Pointe South Hockey.
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Davis Gryzenia - Junior Board Member
Davis Gryzenia is a member of the Grosse Pointe South varsity hockey team and has enjoyed being involved with the program both on and off the ice. He helped with fundraising efforts for the team’s new locker room and was proud to be part of a project that will benefit South Hockey players for years to come.
Davis enjoys being part of the team and supporting the program however he can. He looks forward to continuing to play for South and helping the hockey program grow.