post-secondary schools for the upcoming season including the CIS, MCAC,
CCAA among others.
The following post-secondary schools have announced that the following
athletes have agreed to play for their team for the 2009-10 season...
Below is a summary of the signings to date. Scroll further down the
page to view a copy of the official news release on the signing (listed
newest to oldest). You can also click on the logo of the school's
website for more information on their programs.
THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED THOUGH TO THE SUMMER ON ANY SIGNINGS WE ARE AWARE OF!
If you are aware of an official signing that we are missing, email us the web link from the school!
Rosemary Mills transfers to Brandon University
BRANDON, MB – Coach Jaime Hickson is pleased to announce that Rosemary Mills has declared Brandon University as her institution and basketball program of choice. The twenty-year old, 5’10” shooting guard from Winnipeg will be joining the Lady ‘Cats Basketball roster this fall and entering the Bachelor of Arts Honors Degree program in Psychology at BU.
Mills competed with the University of Winnipeg Wesmen for the 2007-2008 season and withdrew herself from the program the following spring. She spent the following season reflecting, studying, working and discovering that she wasn’t done with basketball yet.
“The time away gave me some insight, and made me want to return to play for different reasons then I was playing for before,” says Mills. “I'm extremely competitive and love to win, but now I'm playing because I want to, and not because I'm expected to.”
When asked why she chose BU she replied, “If I didn't think Brandon had the potential to be one of the most competitive teams in the CIS, then I wouldn’t have committed to their program. By filling a few missing pieces within the team our consistency will do nothing but improve, and we can ultimately win more games. And even though not many teams have been on the losing end of a game against Brandon in the last few years, I do recall being on the losing end for back-to-back games to the Bobcats. I've seen the unity and strength of this team at its best moments, and it was impressive. I want to be a part of the next steps forward.”
Head Coach Jaime Hickson declares, “We are very thrilled to have Rosemary join our team. She adds height, range and immediate scoring with defense in the guard positions. She likes to attack as much as she likes to create for others and has a strong will and ambition to win. We need scorers who are multi-dimensional threats on the perimeter and she fits the bill.”
“Rosemary, along with our other recruits this season, breathes in new life to our program. Her love for the game, for success and shear hatred for losing will elevate the performance of her surrounding teammates. We need this type of talent infusion if we’re going to take the next step forward and start winning games.”
For more information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date schedules please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further information, or to arrange interviews, please contact:
Jaime Hickson
Head Coach, Women's Volleyball
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 727-7431
Email: hicksonj@brandonu.ca
Glenlawn Post the Latest Edition to the Lady Bobcats
BRANDON, MB - Glenlawn Collegiate Institute graduate Kristen Young will be suiting up for the Brandon University Women’s Basketball team this fall. The 6’1” post player will add defense and scoring to the Lady ‘Cats inside game.
Glenlawn Head Coach Bryan Kornberger shares his excitement at Kristen’s selection in praising her potential, “Kristen plays defense like no other, she was the best shot blocker in the province this past season, with an uncanny knack to block the shot, catch the ball or tip it to a team mate. She is a good strong defensive rebounder and can attack in the low post both facing, or with her back to the basket.” Kornberger continues, “this past season Kristen averaged 10 points per game, 13 rebounds per game, four blocked shots per game and three assists per game, with a 65% shooting average.”
Head Coach Jaime Hickson agrees. “I think Kristen has a great opportunity to further develop her skills to where she can become a threatening competitor in the CIS. She has a solid foundation and we will look at developing her physicality and aggressiveness further this season. We are excited to be adding immediate interior defense and presence.”
"I chose BU because of its reputation for excellence. I have the opportunity to play at the highest level and get a quality education." says Young. "I felt at home when I was here and family support is important to me. It just feels right."
Young’s high school performance earned her an invitation to play in the MBCA graduating All-Star game and was a member of Basketball Manitoba’s Developmental Provincial Teams in 2005 and 2006.
Hickson is also pleased to announce that local talent Alanna Johnston, of Vincent Massey Collegiate, will also be joining the roster as a team red shirt (or practice player). Johnston has committed herself to the program, hoping to build on her skills and experience in preparation for a CIS basketball career with the Bobcats. Hickson explains, “Alanna has great deal of potential and learns quickly. We feel that by giving her a year of experience in a higher tempo, physically challenging environment; we can best prepare her for our 2010-2011 season. We want to build on her strength, physical presence and confidence in attacking and defending her check one-on-one.”
For more information please contact:
Kirk DeFazio
Athletic Director
Brandon University
Phone: 727-9703
E-mail: major@brandonu.ca
Seneca guard signs letter of intent with BU
BRANDON, MB – The Lady Bobcats are pleased to announce the commitment of Hailey Toner to the Women’s Basketball program. Toner, a transfer student from Seneca College will join the line-up with three remaining years of eligibility.
Bobcats Women's Basketball Coach Jaime Hickson believes that Toner, a 5-foot-6 athletic scorer and a leader with a confident and demanding personality, is another missing piece of the Bobcat puzzle.
“From my first conversation with Hailey, I knew she was Bobcat material," says Hickson. "She has a fighter’s mentality, is talented, ambitious and works as hard as we do – a great fit. As a guard and pseudo-point guard, I like that she speaks her mind, plays aggressively and communicates well, both on and off the court.”
“I’m really excited about moving to Brandon to play basketball. I feel good about my decision and know that I’ll not just be joining a great basketball program, but I’ll also be joining the Bobcat family," says Toner. "I really like the fact that the coaches and athletes are close and very supportive both athletically and academically. BU is a great fit for me.”
“I think her trip out here last week was critical for us," says Hickson. "It gave Hailey an opportunity to meet the team, get a run in as well as a chance to investigate my coaching strategies and philosophies. I like that about Hailey, she had standards and if you don’t meet them, then forget it!”
For more information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date schedules please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further information, or to arrange interviews, please contact:
Jaime Hickson
Head Coach, Women's Volleyball
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 727-7431
Email: hicksonj@brandonu.ca
Lisa Thomson
Communications Officer
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 727-9762
Email: commuications@brandonu.ca
Bison men’s basketball team recruits Sean Maxwell for 2009-10 season
6’7” forward previously at UBC joins Manitoba for the upcoming season
The Manitoba Bison men’s basketball team prepares for the 2009-10 season with new head coach Kirby Schepp at the helm and he continues to shape the squad with his second recruit announcement. Bisons head coach Kirby Schepp is pleased to announce the commitment of Sean Maxwell to the Bison program for the upcoming season.
Maxwell, 23, is a 6’7”, 200 lbs. forward who last played with the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. With UBC, he played with the T-Birds during the 2007-08 season and averaged 5.5 minutes per game with 0.8 points per game with game-highs of five rebounds, four points and two steals during 17 conference games. The St. Paul, MN native also participated in the Vancouver Metro League in Spring 2009 and was part of the championship team Canada One while averaging with 15.4 ppg. Prior to UBC, Maxwell played with the Edmonds Community College (eighth in North Division with 4.31 defensive rebounds) in Washington State and had one year of junior college basketball in California. At Woodbury Royals High School in Minnesota, he was an All-Conference Honorable Mention.
Schepp said, “We are excited to have Sean join our program. His length and ability to shoot the ball will help us immediately. Sean is both a high quality student and athlete plus is just the kind person we hope to build this program around.”
Bison Basketball notes: Kirby Schepp was in Toronto to assist with the Canada’s National Cadet team training camp during the June 8-12 week. Schepp is the assistant coach with head coach Roy Rana of the Cadet team. Schepp will then be traveling to Argentina with the Cadet team with this year marks the first America’s zone championships leading to the first-ever world championship in 2010. The FIBA Americas U16 World Championship Qualification Tournament for Men takes place June 17-21 in Mendoza, Argentina. There are eight countries – Canada, United States, Argentina, Brazil, Puerto Rico, Bahamas, Venezuela and Mexico – competing, with the top three nations advancing to the first ever FIBA U17 World Championship next year. Canada is playing in Group B and its first three games are against Mexico, Bahamas and host Argentina.
For more information, contact Bison Men’s Basketball Head Coach Kirby Schepp at 474-8464.
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Chris Zuk
Sports Information Officer
University of Manitoba
Phone: 204 474-7492
Fax: 204 474-7634
e-mail: zukc@cc.umanitoba.ca
Web Site: www.gobisons.ca
Bison men’s basketball team recruits Mike Page for 2009-10 season
6’7” guard/forward comes from Lakeland College joins Manitoba for the upcoming season
June 8th, 2009 1:00pm
The Manitoba Bison men’s basketball team continues their preparations for the 2009-10 season with new head coach Kirby Schepp at the helm and he has embarked on shaping the squad with his first recruit announcement. Bisons head coach Kirby Schepp is pleased to announce the commitment of Mike Page to the Bison program for the upcoming season.
Page is a 6’7, 204 lbs. guard/forward who last played with the Lakeland College Rustlers in Alberta. While with Lakeland, Page earned Canadian Colleges Athletic Association (CCAA) Men’s Basketball All-Canadian honour for the 2004-05 and 2005-06 season. Also in those two seasons, Page was named the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association (CCAA) Player of the Year and averaged 29 points per game. In his first season with the Rustlers, he broke the existing Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) record of most three-pointers and points in a season. While at Lakeland, the San Fernando, CA native also played with current Bison guard Nathan Dixon.
Schepp stated, “Mike is an All-Canadian talent that will allow us to compete with any team in the country. This reunites him with his good friend Nathan Dixon and provides us with a one-two backcourt punch that is as good any in the country.”
In the 2003-04 season, Page was part of the Brandon Bobcats team that played in the 2004 CIS Championship. In addition, he was named to Canada Basketball first annual Be One All-Canadian Weekend, which included the CIS/CCAA Men’s National All-Star Game played in May 2008.
Kevin
Oman Signs Letter of Intent to compete for the
Bobcats
(June 3, 2009) BRANDON, MB – Brandon
University Men's basketball coach Keith Vassell is pleased to announce the
commitment of Kevin Oman (Winnipeg, MB) to the Bobcat roster for the start of
the 2009-2010 season.
Oman comes to Brandon after leading the University of Winnipeg Collegiate varsity high school
team to a 28-2 record. The 6-foot-1 point guard concluded the season averaging
25 points and 6 assists per contest.
“We are very excited to add
Kevin to our program,” says Vassell. “We got to see Kevin play at our
Identification camp and were very impressed. He has a great understanding of the
game and is a true point guard. He is in a great situation, as he can come in
and learn from some of the best guards in the country.”
“I am very excited to come
to Brandon and
to get to play for a successful program. I can’t wait to be coached by two
knowledgeable and well respected coaches,” Oman
says. “I am also looking forward to learning from the seniors and taking in a
lot from them. Having the ability to do this will be great and hopefully in the
future I can become as good a player as they are.”
Oman plans to pursue a Bachelor
of Science at Brandon University beginning in the fall. "I’m
excited to further my education at the University level. I really like Brandon because of the small class sizes and feel it will
be a major advantage,” comments Oman on his choice to attend
BU.
Please join us in welcoming
Kevin to Brandon
University!
For more
information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date schedules
please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further
information, or to arrange interviews, please
contact:
Chris
Kraus
Assistant Men's Basketball
Coach
Brandon University
Phone: (204)
571-8556
Cell: (204)
720-4711
Email: krausc@brandonu.ca
Jordan Reaves Signs National Letter of Intent with Bobcat Basketball
(May 22, 2009) BRANDON, MB - Brandon University Men's Head Basketball coach Keith Vassell
announced today that Shaftesbury High School (Winnipeg, MB) standout Jordan
Reeves has signed a National Letter of Intent and will join the Bobcats for
the upcoming 2009-10 season.
The 6-foot-6 small forward is coming off a great senior season with the
Shaftesbury Titans, earning an invitation to play in the MBCA 2009 All-Star
Game. "I am very excited to play for Brandon. It is a winning program and I
really like that," Reaves says. "After Brandon I hope to continue my career
playing professionally and feel that coming here will set me up to do so."
"We are very excited to have Jordan coming to Brandon," says Vassell.
"Jordan is an exceptional athlete with a lot of versatility. He will fit in
very well with our returning group and could make an impact right away. He
has an opportunity to be a very special player during his time with the
Bobcats."
Jordan plans to pursue a Computer Science degree in the fall. "Brandon was
definitely the right choice for me. It's a great program and with the help
of my coaches and teammates, I feel they will make me a more dominant
player," comments Reaves on his choice to attend BU.
Please join us in welcoming Jordan to Brandon University!
For more information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date
schedules please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further information, or to arrange interviews, please contact:
Chris Kraus
Assistant Men's Basketball Coach
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 571-8556
Cell: (204) 720-4711
Email: krausc@brandonu.ca
Lisa Thomson
Communications Officer
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 727-9762
Email: commuications@brandonu.ca
Blazers add Harrison
Canadian Mennonite University Men’s Basketball Coach Jonathan Wolfe is
pleased to announce the commitment of forward Spencer Harrison for
2009-2010. Spencer will be joining the Blazers after having played two
seasons of varsity basketball at Glenlawn Collegiate under head coach
Minich Nowrang.
“Spencer scores from all over the place. He is a
great finisher around the basket and he can shoot the three” says
Wolfe. “He works hard, has good instincts and has a great love for the
game of basketball. That combined with the good coaching he has
received the last couple of seasons in high school, sets him up well
for having success with our Blazers program”
This past season the 6’3” forward averaged 17 points per game, 13
rebounds per game and 4 assists per game. Harrison was the Captain of
the 17-6 Glenlawn Lions and was an all-star at the Wesmen Classic.
MARK RIDD COMMITS TO MEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM
Wednesday, May 20, 2009 - The University of Winnipeg and Head Coach
Dave Crook are pleased to announce that Mark Ridd from Oak Park High
School has committed to joining the Men’s Basketball Program for the
upcoming 2009-2010 season in September.
“Mark is a great kid, big with strong ball skills. Once he develops
and adjusts to the university game, I believe he can be a consistent
performer for the Wesmen”, said Men’s Basketball Head Coach Dave
Crook.
Ridd, a 6’6” forward averaged 10 points and nine rebounds per game
in his final season for the Raiders. A hard working player, he led the
Raiders in defensive rebounding and field goal percentage this past
season. Mark was named a graduating all star and was named to the second
all star team at the 2009 WIT Tournament. In 2008 Mark was a member of
the Provincial 17U Team. He was a member of the Jr. Wesmen program for
three years (2005-2007).
“Mark will bring to the Wesmen a good offensive skill set and
outstanding rebounding. Mark is a great team person who has an
outstanding upside”, added Oak Park Raiders Varsity Boys Basketball
Head Coach Randy Kusano.
The Ridd name is no stranger to basketball in the province. Mark’s
grandfather Carl was regarded as one of the most outstanding basketball
players in the province through the late 1940’s and 1950’s and his
aunt Karen was a member of the Women’s Basketball Program for five
years (1979-1984).
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For more information please contact
Dave Crook
Head Coach, University of Winnipeg Men’s Basketball Program
(204) 786-9210
d.crook@uwinnipeg.ca
Sheldon Appelle
Sports Information Coordinator, University of Winnipeg
(204) 786-9823
s.appelle@uwinnipeg.ca
James
Elias Signs National Letter of Intent with Bobcat
Basketball
BRANDON, MB – Brandon
University Men's Basketball Coach Keith Vassell is pleased to announce the
commitment of James Elias to the Bobcat roster for the start of the 2009-2010
season.
6-foot-11 center James
Elias of Morden, MB declared himself a Bobcat this week,
signing his official letter of intent with the Brandon University Men’s
Basketball program.
Coach Vassell is excited to
have James join a talented group of returning players. “I am very excited to
have James as a member of our Men’s Basketball Program. He is an outstanding
young man who has a tremendous upside.”
After playing for the
Manitoba Provincial Team last summer, James helped to lead his AAA Morden
Collegiate team to an outstanding season, averaging nearly 35 points and 15
rebounds per game.
“I am very excited about
coming to Brandon,” says James. “I am hoping I will be
able to contribute to the team right away – especially defensively. I feel
relieved to know where I am going next year and am working hard to get
ready.”
James plans to pursue his
Bachelor of Education degree at BU in the fall. "I chose BU because it’s a small
school and I’ll get to know everyone at the University a lot easier," he says.
"With the small classes and help of the coaches, I know I’ll be given the chance
to succeed both academically and athletically. After my visit, the school made
me feel at home."
Please join us in welcoming
James to Brandon
University!
For more
information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date schedules
please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further
information, or to arrange interviews, please
contact:
Chris
Kraus
Assistant Men's Basketball
Coach
Brandon University
Phone: (204)
571-8556
Cell: (204)
720-4711
Email: krausc@brandonu.ca
Lisa
Thomson
Communications
Officer
Brandon
University
Phone: (204)
727-9762
Email: commuications@brandonu.ca
Provincial
champ Rebecca Funk commits to Brandon
University
BRANDON, MB – Brandon University is pleased to announce that
AAAA 2009 Provincial Champion point guard Rebecca Funk has committed to the BU
Women’s Basketball Team. The 5-foot-7 Vincent Massey Collegiate point guard
signed her letter of intent this weekend in Winnipeg at the MBCA All-Manitoba Banquet and
All-Star Game.
Funk is an honor roll
student and former provincial team athlete who most recently received a junior
achievement award: “Company of the Year” as President of her company, Gogee.
Rebecca is also a member of her Chamber of Commerce
committee.
“Rebecca is very excited
about coming to Brandon," states Vincent Massey Head Coach
Stacy Hawash. "She is a leader on and off the floor. Sees the floor well and
distributes it to teammates. Can shoot the 3 as well as take it to the
hole.”
“We are excited to have
Rebecca join our squad," says BU Women's Basketball Head Coach Jaime Hickson.
"Her natural talent and abilities suit the FIBA game, which means she likes to
run, push the ball, attack and shoot three’s. Becca spent last summer playing on
a club team in Argentina where she flourished in the
high-tempo game. She’s ready for the next level and we’re thrilled it’s going to
be with us as a Bobcat.”
Rebecca spent five weeks in
the summer of 2008 in Buenos
Aires, Argentina playing basketball with the
Velez Club. “Playing at the international level taught me many things," she
says, "but the greatest lesson I learned was how to play like you want it. And
if you play like you want it, you're going to get it. I worked with several
national team athletes and coaches who made it one of the best experiences of my
life.”
“I chose BU to pursue my
degree and to play basketball because I felt like I would be a good fit in the
program, but most of all I wanted to play for a coach who believed in me and
wanted me to play for her," Rebecca continues. "It's important that you surround
yourself with people who have faith in you”.
Please join us in welcoming
Rebecca to Brandon
University!
For more
information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date schedules
please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further
information, or to arrange interviews, please
contact:
Jaime Hickson, Women's
Basketball Coach
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 727-7431
hicksonj@brandonu.ca
Lisa Thomson,
Communications Officer
Brandon
University
Phone: (204)
727-9762
Email: commuications@brandonu.ca
RD
Parker post adds height to Hickson’s roster
BRANDON, MB – 6-foot-0 post Chantel Gaslard of Thompson, Manitoba declared herself a Bobcat this
weekend signing her official letter of intent with the Brandon University
Women’s Basketball program.
Last summer, Chantel moved
to Winnipeg
where she improved upon her basketball skills as a member of the Junior Bison
Club program. Her hard work and sacrifice has paid off and Brandon University
Head Coach Jaime Hickson is pleased to have Chantel become a Bobcat.
“Chantel is a post player
with established footwork and handles," says Hickson. "Not only that but she can
run, take and give contact and finish around the hoop. For a high school athlete
she has a strong foundation and Coach Gillis has done a great job preparing her
for the next level."
Chantel boasts many
athletic awards in her graduating season as an RD Parker Collegiate Trojan under
Head Coach Sara Gillis:
- RD Parker Tournament
All-Star - SJR Tournament
All-Star - AAA Tri-Star Athlete of the
Week, February 10, 2009 - AAA Provincial Championship
All-Star - AAA Provincial Championship
Players Choice Award - A/AA/AAA MBCA All-Manitoba
2nd Team
Gaslard is excited about
moving to Brandon this fall, saying, “I chose BU because
it was the right fit for me. I really like the fact that the class sizes are
smaller, which seems to be more beneficial for any student. The bonus is being
part of a team that has a good bond. They created a really welcoming atmosphere
for me when I visited and now I can’t wait to be a part of it. Next season, I am
looking forward to learning a lot about basketball and becoming a better
player.”
“Chantel is an exceptional
basketball athlete," adds Coach Gillis. "The strength, consistency and maturity
of her play in the second half of this past season definitely shows that she is
ready for college ball. Once she gets into the next level of play, learns a
little more and gains more confidence at that level, her athleticism is going to
bring her quite far; she is by no means near her limits at this
time.”
Please join us in welcoming
Chantel to Brandon
University!
For more
information on Bobcats Athletics, including rosters and up-to-date schedules
please go to: http://www.gobobcats.ca
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For further
information, or to arrange interviews, please
contact:
Jaime Hickson, Women's
Basketball Coach
Brandon University
Phone: (204) 727-7431
hicksonj@brandonu.ca
Lisa Thomson,
Communications Officer
Brandon
University
Phone: (204)
727-9762
Email: commuications@brandonu.ca
ST. PAUL’S STAR COMMITS TO MEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM
Thursday, April 16, 2009 - One of the top rated guards in Manitoba is joining the University of Winnipeg Wesmen. Head Coach Dave Crook is pleased to announce that Pawel Gacon from St. Paul’s High School has committed to joining the University of Winnipeg Men’s Basketball program in September.
“We are very excited that Pawel has made the decision to join the University of Winnipeg Wesmen, he is an outstanding prospect with the ability to play multiple positions and impact our team right away”, said Wesmen Head Coach Dave Crook.
A talented and quick 6’5” guard, Gacon averaged 18.3 ppg, 8.5 rebounds and seven assists for the Crusaders Varsity team this past season. He played a vital role in leading the Crusaders to the 2008-09 Milk AAAA Provincial Championships this past March and was named a tournament all-star for his efforts. Gacon was named a tournament all-star at this past season’s Winnipeg Invitational Tournament and the John Taylor Collegiate Varsity Boys Tournament. He was a member of the 17U Provincial team in 2008.
“Pawel is an exceptional kid whose versatility allows him to play a variety of positions next season, I expect him to be a great addition to the Wesmen program”, added Jeff Laping Head Coach St.Paul’s Crusaders Varsity Boy’s Basketball team.
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For more information please contact
Dave Crook
Head Coach, University of Winnipeg Men’s Basketball Program
(204) 786-9210
d.crook@uwinnipeg.ca
Sheldon Appelle
Sports Information Coordinator, University of Winnipeg
(204) 786-9823
s.appelle@uwinnipeg.ca
BRAYDEN DUFF COMMITS TO MEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM
Monday, April 13, 2009 - A two time provincial champion is set to join the University of Winnipeg’s Men’s Basketball Program. Head Coach Dave Crook is pleased to announce that Garden City Fighting Gophers star Brayden Duff has committed to joining the Wesmen for the beginning of the 2009-2010 season.
"We are excited to have Brayden commit to the Wesmen. He is an outstanding student, a proven winner and a strong athlete who will help us grow as a program in the years to come”, said Wesmen Head Coach Dave Crook.
Duff, a 6’4” forward played a vital role in helping the Garden City Fighting Gophers win back to back Provincial AAAA High School Basketball Championships (2007-08, 2008-09). He was honored with the Players Choice Award at this year’s championship and was named a tournament all-star in 2007-08 and 2008-09. He was also a member of the 17U Provincial Team in 2008. Brayden was a member of the Fighting Gopher squad that captured back to back Wesmen Classic High School titles (2007, 2008).
The Duff name is a familiar one to the Wesmen family as his older brother Justin recently completed his third season with the Men’s Volleyball Team.
"It's always great when out-standing student athletes stay home, it will be doubly enjoyable for the Duff family to have Brayden join older brother Justin as Wesmen athletes”, added Dave Crook.
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For more information please contact
Dave Crook
Head Coach, University of Winnipeg Men’s Basketball Program
(204) 786-9210
d.crook@uwinnipeg.ca
Sheldon Appelle
Sports Information Coordinator, University of Winnipeg
(204) 786-9823
s.appelle@uwinnipeg.ca
BARIL SISTERS COMMIT TO WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 - A pair of talented “twins” from #1 ranked Vincent Massey High School will be joining the University of Winnipeg Wesmen Women’s Basketball program in September. Head Coach Tanya McKay is thrilled to announce that Danielle and Adele Baril have committed to joining the Wesmen for the 2009-2010 season.
Danielle Baril is a 5’9” guard who is averaging 18 points per game, five assists, three steals and seven blocks in her final season with the Vincent Massey Trojans. In 2008 Danielle was a starter for the Manitoba Juvenile Provincial Team and was one of the team’s most consistent players at the Juvenile Championships in Prince Edward Island. Danielle recently was named a tournament all star at the Calgary and Pembina Trails Tournament. She was named to the Manitoba Basketball Coaches Association AAAA Women’s All Manitoba Team and was honored as the Jr.Varsity Athlete of the Year at Vincent Massey.
Adele Baril, is also 5’9” playing the perimeter position she is averaging 11 points per game, five assists, three steals and five blocks with the Trojans. Adele was a starter with the Winnipeg Internationals Club Team. Adele was named a tournament all star at the St. Mary’s and Forbidden Flavors Tournaments. She was a member of the 14U and 15U Provincial Development teams and was a member of the 16U Provincial Team.
Both Danielle and Adele have been members of the Jr.Wesmen Program and TMO Basketball School since grade seven.
“The twins bring experience, a great work ethic, attitude and leadership. They set the tone in practice and are both strong competitors who hate to lose”, said Stacey Hawash Head Coach Vincent Massey Trojans Varsity Girls Team.
“Our program is very excited to have the twins join us. We have followed them in our program for the past five years. They have worked hard on their training and game to have the opportunity to get to the CIS level”, said Tanya McKay, Head Coach University of Winnipeg Women’s Basketball Program.
OAK PARK STAR ALYSSA GRANT TO JOIN WOMEN’S BASKETBALL PROGRAM
Monday, December 1, 2008 – The University of
Winnipeg Wesmen is pleased to announce that Alyssa Grant from Oak Park
High School has committed to join the University of Winnipeg Wesmen
Women’s Basketball program next September for the start of the
2009-2010 season.
Grant is a 6’0” forward and is rated one of the top players coming
out of Manitoba this year. This past summer she was a member of the
Manitoba Juvenile Women’s Basketball Team. A prolific scorer and
outstanding rebounder Grant averaged 20 points and 12 rebounds per game
last season for the Raiders.
“Alyssa at 6'0” uses her size well. She can post up inside or play
the perimeter where she can drive to the net or hit the 3. She is a
versatile player. Alyssa has the potential to be a very good CIS
player. She can defend, board and score. Alyssa will be a great
addition to our Women's Program. Our Women's Basketball Program is very
pleased with Alyssa decision to commit early and begin preparation for
our University Program. Alyssa has been attending individual sessions
once a week since early Sept. She is committed to play and make an
immediate impact with our Program in Sept. 2009.Oak Park has done a
great job developing female basketball players in the Province of
Manitoba under Murray Brown. The University of Winnipeg has been very
fortunate to have had many players play at Oak Park and move onto our
Women's Basketball Program”, said Tanya McKay, University of Winnipeg
Wesmen Women’s Basketball Head Coach.
“In Alyssa Grant the University of Winnipeg will be getting not only
an outstanding basketball player but an outstanding person, student and
citizen. Alyssa will be captain of the Oak Park Raiders this season, a
season which holds great potential for the Raiders. A tireless worker,
Alyssa accepts that with talent comes the responsibility of hard work
and this is a responsibility she lives up to everyday. We are thrilled
to have Alyssa committed to join the Wesmen where she will be able to
play with Oak Park alumni Jessica Stromberg and Amy Ogidan next year”,
added Murray Brown, Oak Park High School Varsity Girl’s Basketball Head
Coach.
Danielle Degagne Part of NDSU D1 Women's Basketball Signings
North Dakota State University (Fargo, ND) head women’s basketball coach Carolyn
DeHoff announced today her first recruiting class, a five-member class
comprised of some of the best local talent: 6-foot-5 center Janae
Burich (Roseville, Minn./Roseville H.S.), 5-10 guard Danielle DeGagne
(Brandon, Manitoba/Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School), 6-2 center
Paige Beck (Sioux Falls, S.D./Roosevelt H.S.), 5-11 guard Hannah Linz
(Watkins, Minn./Eden Valley-Watkins H.S.), and 6-foot forward Rachelle
Eckmann (St. James, Minn./St. James H.S.) -- who have signed national
letters of intent to play basketball and continue their education at
NDSU.
"I commend our staff for doing an unbelievable job in recruiting these
student-athletes to North Dakota State University. Our appreciation
goes out to Coach (Amy) Ruley and her staff for generating the interest
in these incredible players last fall," said DeHoff.
"The signing of these five talented players has addressed our immediate
needs for our continued success at the Division I level. We signed
tremendous size and unwavering work ethics in our 6-foot-5, 6-foot-2
and 6-foot bigs, an astonishing knock down 
who also happens to be a south paw, and an intuitive, versatile
Canadian guard. We are thrilled that they have chosen NDSU to further
both their educational and athletic careers. These student athletes
will continue to enrich the tradition that exists in women’s basketball
and Bison Athletics."
DeGagne
averaged 18.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 5.7 steals per game
for Crocus Plains Regional Secondary School in Manitoba. She was tabbed
as the No. 2-ranked high school player by the the Winnipeg Sun.
"I chose NDSU because everything just felt right when I went
there; I liked the style of play at the camp and the coaches were
great. The tradition of women’s basketball at NDSU is fantastic," said
DeGagne.
DeGagne’s single game highs are impressive as she has: scored 41
points, pulled down 16 rebounds, dished out 16 assists, and created 13
steals. All single-game highs were against ranked opponents.
North Dakota State opens the regular season and looks to "Pack the
House" at home against the University of Northern Iowa at 7 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 14 in the Bison Sports Arena.
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