Condors Varsity Weekly Recap Nov 13th - 19th
The Student Recreation Center was buzzing with six home games this week and our first-ever Condor Fest!
Quote of the Week
"This past weekend, the Athletics and Recreation Department hosted our first annual Condor Fest! In addition to the Battle of the Birds happening on the court, Condor Fest provided an opportunity for us to welcome back and honour our Condors Alumni. The alumni in attendance spanned 6 decades and included championship-winning coaches and players, Condors Athletes of the Year, and Condors Hall of Famers. The event provided a great opportunity for us to look back at the past, remembering all those people who have contributed to bringing the Conestoga Condors program to where it is today. The blending of past, present, and future Condors made the day very special for everyone who could be there, and we are all very grateful to be a part of such an amazing, tight-knit Condors community. Condor Fest certainly emulated its message: Once a Condor, Always a Condor."
– Daniel Ferraro, Varsity Coordinator
The Highlights
This week, we battled the falcons in Condor Fest, welcomed back familiar faces and saw some impressive results. Here are the highlights and results:
Women's Basketball – The Women's Basketball team played Niagara at home on Wednesday. It was a closely contested game; the score was within six at points of the game, but the final score was 59-44 in favour of the Knights. On Saturday, the ladies played Fanshawe in the opening game of Condor Fest. The gym was packed with fans and alumni, all cheering for your Condors. At half-time, the team was trailing 47 – 19. Although the team kept battling hard in the second half the final score was 76-52 for the Falcons.
Men's Basketball – Men's basketball also played Niagara at home on Wednesday. It was a close game in the first half, but the Knights were able to pull away in the second half, resulting in a final score of 75-52. On Saturday, the men played Fanshawe in the second game of Condor Fest. At half-time, the score was 48-24 in favour of Fanshawe. At half-time, we recognized the impressive achievement of the men's soccer team, who won silver at the CCAA National Championships. The team returned strong and won the third quarter, but the final score was 88-67 for the Falcons.
Women's Volleyball - In the third game of Condor Fest, the Women's Volleyball team dominated Fanshawe, winning in three straight sets. Scores were as follows:
Conestoga 25 – Fanshawe 20
Conestoga 25 – Fanshawe 15
Conestoga 25 – Fanshawe 19
With a record of 6 wins and 1 loss, they currently hold the 3rd rank.
Men's Volleyball – In the final game of Condor Fest, our Men's Volleyball team faced off against the top-ranked Fanshawe Falcons in a competitive match, resulting in a 3-1 score. The set scores were as follows:
Conestoga 18 – Fanshawe 25
Conestoga 25 – Fanshawe 22
Conestoga 26 – Fanshawe 28
Conestoga 17 – Fanshawe 25
The team now boasts a record of 5 wins and 2 losses, securing the 2nd rank.
Badminton – Many athletes competed at the Fanshawe OCAA Invitational this past weekend, with athletes producing some impressive results. Notably, Devika Kumar placed second in the women's singles categories, narrowly losing in the final match to Moti Shams from Seneca.
Here are the full results:
Devika Kumar - Womens Singles Runner Up - Flight A
Marla Betts - Womens Singles Winner - Flight B
Sadik Ali - Quarterfinal Finish - Flight A
Sadik Ali & Pravin Vishwanathan - Men's Doubles Runner Up - Flight B
Onki Poon & Mandy Ni - Women's Doubles Runner Up - Flight B
Marla Betts & Elizabeth Abraham - Women's Doubles Winner - Flight C
Pravin Vishwanathan & Devika Kumar - Quarterfinal Finish - Flight A
Sadik Ali & Onki Poon - Mixed Doubles Winner - Flight B
Esports
Valorant Gold - Continuing their winning streak, the Condors triumphed against OTSU Academy and are set to face OTSU Varsity in the NECC semi-finals on Nov 27th.
Valorant White -Despite their best efforts, Harper College emerged victorious in the NECC, concluding the inaugural season. The team looks forward to regrouping and soaring higher in the future.
Counter-Strike - The Condors made a triumphant return with a 2-0 win against Thomas College, but the prospects in the NECC tournament remain uncertain.
League of Legends - Despite a strong fight, the Condors lost their NECC quarter-final match. The team is now regrouping for the ECPS Canadian Nationals Tournament.
Call of Duty - Determined to bounce back, the Condors secured a win against FIU Panthers, ending their ECAC season on a positive note.
Rocket League -With a 1-3 loss, the Condors are eliminated from the NECC playoffs. Their NACE season continues, with eyes set on upcoming tournaments.
Outlook: As American Thanksgiving takes center stage next week, most leagues will experience a brief stoppage. However, Canadian Collegiate action is set to explode with the ECPS (Esports Canada Post-Secondary) Canadian Esports National Tournament. We're poised to make our mark and stake our claim as the best in Canada!
Players to Watch
These athletes delivered remarkable performances this week, contributing to team success.
Andie Maylen, Women's Basketball - In a stellar performance against Niagara, Andie had 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists. She continued her impressive form against Fanshawe, tallying 11 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists.
Mark Pohner, Men's Basketball - Mark emerged as a key player off the bench, leading the Condors in scoring with an impressive 12 points in the game against Fanshawe.
Olivia Benzin, Women's Volleyball - Olivia showcased her versatility in the Women's Volleyball game against Fanshawe, contributing 10 points, 6 kills, and 8 digs to the team's success.
Marcus Ahmadzai, Men's Volleyball – Marcus's performance in Men's Volleyball was nothing short of outstanding, with 15 points, 14 kills, and 7 digs, making a significant impact for the team.
Devika Kumar, Badminton - Devika continued to build on her success from last season, securing a remarkable 2nd place at the OCAA Invitational in the women's singles category.
How to Stay Connected
Show your #CondorsPride and watch these games next week:
(Home games in BOLD)
22-Nov 8:00 PM Men's Basketball @ Humber @ North Campus Gymnasium
22-Nov 6:00 PM Women's Basketball @ Humber @ North Campus Gymnasium
22-Nov 8:00 PM Men's Volleyball vs. Humber @ SRC Doon Campus
22-Nov 6:00 PM Women's Volleyball vs. Humber @ SRC Doon Campus
26-Nov 3:00 PM Men's Volleyball @ Sheridan @ Trafalgar Campus Gymnasium
26-Nov 1:00 PM Women's Volleyball @ Sheridan @ Trafalgar Campus Gymnasium
Esports Streams
November 20- 3 RL vs TBD
Val vs TBD
November 21- LoL vs TBD
November 22- COD vs TBD
Val vs TBD
November 23- LoL vs TBD
November 24- COD vs TBD
Val vs TBD
LoL vs TBD
November 25- COD vs TBD (Multiple Games)
Val vs TBD (Multiple Games)
LoL vs TBD (Multiple Games)
RL vs TBD (Multiple Games)
November 26- COD vs TBD (Final)
LoL vs TBD (Final)
RL vs TBD (Final)
Val vs TBD (Final)
Condors Esports Streams can be viewed on our Twitch channel HERE!
Stay connected and cheer for your Condors by attending games in person or tuning in to the live broadcasts on OCAA.LIVE. Follow our social media channels and website for updates on live streams and game schedules.