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Condors Set to Celebrate Excellence at the 57th Annual Varsity Athletics Banquet

The stage is set for an unforgettable evening as the 57th Annual Condors Varsity Athletics Banquet approaches on April 2nd. This highly anticipated event will honour the remarkable achievements of Conestoga’s student-athletes, coaches, and teams who have demonstrated excellence both on and off the field throughout the 2024-2025 season.

With a variety of awards to be presented, the nominees for each category reflect the dedication, hard work, and passion that define the Condors spirit. Here’s a preview of this year’s outstanding nominees:

Assistant Coach of the Year Nominees
These assistant coaches have gone above and beyond to support their teams and foster a winning culture:

  • Megan White – Women’s Basketball

  • Ramiz Kurtman – Women’s Soccer

  • Paul Notice – Men’s Basketball

Coach of the Year Nominees
Recognized for their leadership, commitment to student growth, and ability to inspire excellence, the nominees for Coach of the Year are:

  • Josh Van Horne – Men’s Rugby

  • Matthew Schnarr – Women’s Volleyball

  • Avery Sutton – Men’s Basketball

  • David Sharratt – Cross Country

Scholastic Team of the Year Nominees
These teams have excelled in the classroom while continuing to perform at a high level in competition:

  • Women’s Softball

  • Women’s Soccer

  • Women’s Basketball

  • Women’s Volleyball

Student-Athlete Scholar of the Year Nominees
Recognizing student-athletes who have achieved a strong balance between academics and athletics, the nominees are:

One Semester Nominees:

  • Emma Strauss – Women’s Rugby

  • Maddy Sloan – Women’s Soccer

  • Ciarra Nutley – Women’s Rugby

  • Sarah Bateman – Women’s Softball

Two Semesters Nominees:

  • Mae Drost – Women’s Basketball

  • Serena Grant – Women’s Volleyball

  • Tyrell Belgrove – Men’s Volleyball

  • Ella Schumacher – Women’s Basketball

Rookie of the Year Nominees
These first-year athletes made a significant impact and showcased their potential for future success:

  • Anita Ben – Women’s Rugby

  • Mae Drost – Women’s Basketball

  • Madison Welmers – Women’s Volleyball

  • Svetlana Babic – Women’s Volleyball

  • Matteo Grant – Men’s Soccer

  • Daniel Rudy – Men’s Rugby

  • Emanuel Liyaw – Men’s Basketball

  • Yannick Krauss – Men’s Volleyball

Athlete of the Year Nominees
These athletes have demonstrated exceptional performance, leadership, and dedication to their respective sports:

  • Walker Kalin – Men’s Volleyball

  • Nathan Paul – Cross Country

  • Luca Romano – Men’s Soccer

  • Hudson Young – Men’s Rugby

  • Hayley Mackie – Women’s Soccer

  • Bianca Marchetti – Women’s Volleyball

  • Kelly Tikel – Women’s Softball

  • Mandy Ni – Badminton

Celebrate with Us!
The 57th Annual Condors Varsity Athletics Banquet promises to be an evening of celebration, recognition, and reflection as we honour the exceptional achievements of our Condors community. Join us on April 2nd to see who will take home these prestigious awards and to celebrate the dedication, resilience, and excellence that define Condors Athletics.

Watch the live stream on the Condors YouTube channel:
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