Todd Skirving Named 2024-25 ECHL Community Service Award Winner

Some players win games. Others win hearts. Todd Skirving did both.

The ECHL proudly announced today that Todd Skirving of the Reading Royals has been selected as the recipient of the 2024-25 ECHL Community Service Award, recognizing the player who has made the most meaningful contributions to his local community throughout the season.

Since arriving in Reading, Skirving has not only delivered on the ice, but has become a force for good off it. From raising thousands for cancer research to mentoring young athletes and uplifting causes close to the hearts of fans, his dedication to community service has left a deep and lasting mark.

A Season of Impact: Skirving’s Contributions Off the Ice

Cancer Research Fundraiser – “The Skirvy 3.0”
Skirving raised $3,606 in honor of his father Rod—now in remission from prostate cancer—through a heartfelt initiative that included t-shirt sales, raffle baskets, and a fan meet-and-greet, supporting cancer research and awareness during No Shave Movember.

Holiday Hospital Visit – St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital
Todd personally delivered stuffed animals to patients at St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital in Bethlehem, PA during the holidays, bringing comfort and smiles to children and their families.

22Q Awareness Night – Game Day with Elijah
He welcomed a young fan, Elijah, for a pre-game experience as part of the “22Q Awareness Tour,” highlighting 22q11.2 deletion syndrome and giving the family an unforgettable day inside the Royals locker room.

Scoops and Swings for Slapshot Charities
From scooping ice cream at the Slapshot Charities fundraiser to participating in the organization’s annual golf outing, Skirving helped raise essential funds for local youth in need of educational and recreational support.

Celebrity Bartending – Reading Hospital Movember Fundraiser
At Reading Hospital’s McGlinn Cancer Institute, Todd took on a one-hour celebrity bartending shift to support cancer research, engaging with the community and building awareness for men’s health causes.

Spaghetti Dinner – Royals Booster Club
Todd served meals and greeted fans at the Royals Booster Club’s annual spaghetti fundraiser, further strengthening the team’s relationship with its most dedicated supporters.

Pro Berco Harmony Walk
Skirving joined the Harmony Walk on March 30 to promote inclusion and celebrate the contributions of individuals with disabilities, standing as an ally and advocate for community unity.

Youth Hockey Clinics Across Berks County
Throughout the year, he coached kids aged 4–16 during on-ice hockey clinics, mentoring young players and instilling confidence, discipline, and joy in the next generation of Royals fans.

What This Award Represents

The ECHL Community Service Award goes beyond statistics and appearances—it honors players who build something lasting in their communities. In every way, Todd Skirving lived that mission this season.

Other 2024-25 Nominees Included:

Grant Loven (Adirondack), J.C. Brassard (Allen), Louie Caporusso (Cincinnati), Jordan Sambrook (Florida), Jacob Modry (Greenville), Colin Bilek (Indy), Justen Close (Jacksonville), Ryan Naumovski (Kalamazoo), Daniel Amesbury (Kansas City), Wyllum Deveaux (Maine), Matt Radomsky (Rapid City), Reilly Webb (South Carolina), Chaz Reddekopp (Toledo), Morgan Adams-Moisan (Trois-Rivières), Paxton Leroux (Tulsa), Peter Laviolette (Wheeling), Nico Sommerville (Wichita), Anthony Repaci (Worcester)

Past ECHL Community Service Award Winners

2024-25: Todd Skirving, Reading Royals
2023-24: Jack Adams, South Carolina Stingrays
2022-23: Chaz Reddekopp, South Carolina Stingrays
2021-22: Trevin Kozlowski, Iowa Heartlanders
2019-20: Connor Doherty, Worcester Railers
2018-19: James Henry, Adirondack Thunder
2017-18: Jeremy Beaudry, Wichita Thunder
2016-17: Mike Embach, Fort Wayne Komets
2015-16: Rob Florentino, Florida Everblades
2014-15: Cal Wild, Brampton Beast
2013-14: Dan Eves, Cincinnati Cyclones
2012-13: Andy Brandt, Gwinnett Gladiators
2011-12: Jason Fredricks, Ontario Reign
2010-11: Chris Frank, Elmira Jackals & Dustin Sproat, Cincinnati Cyclones

Todd Skirving didn’t just represent the Reading Royals this season—he represented the very best of the ECHL: leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to community.

In Reading, he didn’t just make an impact. He made a difference.