2023 Women's Basketball Season Preview
Last Season’s Recap
The Conestoga Condors Women’s Basketball team is getting ready for an exciting new season, eager to build upon the momentum gained from their successful 2022/23 campaign that took them all the way to the Ontario College Championship tournament. The squad was led by the OCAA Player of the Year Yasmeen Smith and battled to an 8 – 8 record, good enough for a birth in the Ontario College Championship tournament. At the big dance the ladies faced off against The Humber Hawks. Although they barely fell, losing by just four points, the Condors put up a great effort against the eventually OCAA Champions. As they gear up to enter the 2023-2024 season, they are determined to make their mark once again and get back to the playoffs.
The Roster
The Condors are set to undergo a notable roster transformation this season. With only two returning players, Alex Oestreicher and Tanja Donjanovic , they are tasked with continuing the standards of high-quality play that the team has developed. Alex, who has stepped up as a leader on the team is motivated to set the tone and provide guidance to her new teammates. While Tanja has impressed with her impressive scoring touch in the pre-season.
The offseason was marked by a big recruitment drive, welcoming ten new talents including, Andie Maylen, Alicia Bujold, and Nicole Carbone who have demonstrated great passion during the pre-season performances. This new season roster is beaming with great talent and athleticism from all players, and Head Coach Dee Channer is placing a heavy emphasis on confidence and players making the best of their opportunities. The Condors are optimistic that this depth and equilibrium will serve them well in their pursuit of success.
Key Players
The team has identified several key players who will play key roles in their success. Among them are Tanja Damjanovic, Andie Maylen and Dana Ventenilla who bring experience and skill to the team. Alongside Nicole, Alicia Bujold, Maia Natvik and Maddie Johnson are expected to make significant contributions to the team’s performance and potential.
2023/24 Seasons Goals
The team have set clear goals for the 2023-2024 season. First off, they aim to be serious contenders and make a playoff push. They will be focusing on instilling the core values of being a Condor, such as efforts and attitude. The team identifies themselves to have a “dog mentality”, this is a driving force that emphasizes determination, grit, and willingness to always go the extra mile. Coach Channer is highly confident that this season’s squad is by far the most athletic group she has had the privilege of coaching. She describes her team to be a poised threat to any opponent, and she is very eager to embrace the journey ahead.
Players Insight
Alex Oestreicher, one of the returning players, shared her personal goals for the season, emphasizing her desire to continue to improve after each game, and for all team mates to support each other.
Tanja Danjanovic, another returning player, has ambitious goals, expressing her desire “win it all”. Her confidence in the team’s ability to achieve greatness is a testament to the Condors determination for this season.
Stay Connected
Join the vibrant Condors community and connect with fans by following us on our official Instagram accounts @cc_condors and @condorswbasketball.
Join us at the SRC - Doon Campus at 6pm on November first for the Women's Basketball Home Opener!
Click HERE to see the squad's full schedule!