Hall of Fame
Fedorchuk suited up for the Alaska hockey program from 1990-94 and in his four years, he tallied the second-most points in program history, which includes the most goals ever by a Nanook. In 144 career games, The Winnipeg, Manitoba, native notched 215 points on a team-record 113 goals and 102 assists, which ranks seventh. A Hobey Baker Memorial Award finalist in 1994, he was named a First Team All-American in that same year after tying for the NCAA scoring title with 74 points (42-32—74). He captained Alaska from 1991-94 and was named the team's Steve Moria MVP three times.
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After graduating from the university in 1994, he played one season of pro hockey in America before spending 13 years as a professional in Germany and Denmark. Fedorchuk was also a pro scout for the NHL's Winnipeg Jets. He spends his summers in Fairbanks operating the ALCAN Hockey Camp, which creates an effective environment for learning and a fun atmosphere for participants. Fedorchuk awards scholarships for those who cannot afford camps and also established the ALCAN Hockey Scholarship at the university.
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"Dean and his family adopted Fairbanks as home and have maintained residence here since he graduated from UAF," Tom Robinson said in his nomination letter. "He started and since expanded his schools to many age groups and sports. He has always worked with and helped develop the many youth in the Fairbanks area and participates in many activities each year. While working with youth, to being an entrepreneur while a student-athlete and earning awards in his hockey career, he and his family have positively impacted the community and UAF."
