Condors Varsity Weekly Recap: October 9th - October 15th

A headline reading Condors Varsity Weekly Recap: Oct9th to Oct 15th.

As the regular season for fall sports comes to a close and the anticipation for playoffs and winter sports builds, let's dive into the recent highlights and results:

Quote of the Week

"This past week was a tremendous week for Condors Athletics. We were fortunate to celebrate 21 graduating athletes between our soccer and softball programs. We can't thank the athletes enough for the time and dedication they have put into the Condors program. On top of that, we are excited for our soccer programs as they head into the round of 16 with optimism for a final four berth. Lastly, we feel prepared to host our OCAA Cross Country Championship on October 27/28 at Shade's Mills Conservation Area. Lots of Condors Pride to go around." - Mathew Schnarr, Manager, Varsity & Athletic Operations.

The Highlights

In the last week of the regular season from many of our fall sports, here are the highlights and results:

Women's Soccer: Our Women's Soccer team delivered a remarkable performance on the road, securing a significant 2-1 victory against the Mohawk Mountaineers. Ashley Blazek and Ella Chase (assisted by Brooke Meyer) scored the pivotal goals. On a special Saturday game at home, the team celebrated its graduating athletes, including:

#10 Megan Heyes
#12 Alex Oestreicher
#5 Erika Phillips
#11 Kara Hughes

#6 Emma Patton
#2 Megan Voutour
#8 Ella Chase
#30 Lexi Glogowski

Despite a loss against Humber, the game was a fitting tribute to these outstanding athletes. With playoffs looming, the team is ranked 5th, and their next challenge will be facing 4th ranked Redeemer away in the first round of playoffs on the 18th.

Men's Soccer – Our Men's Soccer team has emerged as the dominant force in their division, securing the top spot with a perfect record. In a midweek game against Mohawk, they clinched a 2-0 victory with goals from Ricardo Alvarado and Saab Kohar. On a Saturday game against Humber at home, despite an early lead for Humber, our team rallied back to win 2-1. Josip-Pavle Stojanovic (assisted by Alex Amaral and Ricardo Alvarado) scored in the 75th minute, and Ricardo Alvarado (assisted by Marko Lesic) scored a goal in the 90th minute. The win capped a perfect 10 - 0 regular season and the first West Division regular season title for the Condors since 1999!

This game also served as an occasion to celebrate the graduating athletes, including:

#14 Malachi Ramsay
#11 Josip Stojanovic
#6 Gamtessa Bereche
#15 Jackson Kruse

#3 Saab Kohar
#5 Strahinja Vekovic
#1 Ryan Parrott
#16 Carson Davison

As the top ranked team, the Men's soccer team is set to take on 8th-ranked Niagara Collage on the 18th at home in the first round of playoffs.

Women's Softball – It was a week filled with softball action for our Women's Softball Team as they faced Lambton on Wednesday and Durham on Saturday, both on home turf. Here are the scores from the week:

Condors 11 – Lambton 8

Condors 11 – Lambton 10         

Durham 18 – Condors 7

Durham 6  – Condors 0

On Saturday, they celebrated their graduating athletes, including:

#9 Hayley Shiell
#2 Cassey Leader
#8 Morgan Stock
#14 Ella Jones-Clubb

#16 Ashlyn Pitcher
#12 Jessica Eidt

As the season concludes, it's clear that these athletes have embodied the spirit of the Condors, showcasing growth, dedication, and a strong work ethic. Their representation of our team and college has been outstanding, and we applaud their efforts on the field. Congratulations to our Women's Softball Team for a remarkable season, and here's to the bright future ahead for these talented athletes!

Women's Rugby - In a season that marked the return of our Women's Rugby team, our athletes showcased their resilience and determination. The Condors embarked on a journey to Flemming College, where they participated in four intense games. The scores from these matchups are as follows:

Algonquin 36 – Condors 5

St. Lawrence 46 – Condors 0
Fleming 20 – Condors 0
Loyalist 20 – Condors 0

As the season draws to a close, we reflect on this significant milestone in the program's history. The first year of its return has set the stage for remarkable growth. With a strong group of returning athletes and a foundation for excellence, the future is promising for our Women's Rugby team. We eagerly anticipate their continued development and achievements in the seasons to come.

Men's Rugby– Our Men's Rugby team hit the road and played Sheridan on Saturday. The game was very close, with the final score standing at 24-20 in favour of Sheridan. Tries were scored by Tristan Goodfellow, Callum O'Neil and Hudson Young. Hudson Young also added a convert kick and a penalty kick. With one game remaining in the regular season, our men are determined to secure a victory that will position them favourably going into the playoffs. As they prepare for this crucial match, the Condors are focused on maintaining their competitive edge and securing a top spot for the playoff stage.

Cross Country -  Our Cross Country team participated in the OCAA invitational hosted by Fanshawe College.

In the men's division, our team finished 5th overall. The team score, with places, was 87, and their total time was 1:57:08. Here are the individual results:

12th place: Nathon Paul - 28:12.3
20th place: Josh Barber - 29:00.8
23rd place: Bryce Neary - 29:13.0

37th place: Jordan Shortt - 30:41.8
42nd place: Caleb Canfield - 31:30.9
52nd place: Riley Domaratzki - 33:25.5
70th place: Mankaran Dhillon - 37:12.8

Our Condors finished 6th in the women's division. Their team score, with places, was 87, and their total time was 1:53:50. Here are the individual results:

4th place: Dianne Deboer - 25:13.8
28th place: Amy Robling - 28:51.9
33rd place: Sierra Vasin - 29:31.7
38th place: Daria Danylova - 30:12.5
43rd place: Joissy Borges - 31:26.5

53rd place: Rimpal Gamit - 45:56.7

Badminton

Our Condors Badminton team took to the road to kick off their season at a tournament hosted by Humber College.

Devika Santhosh Kumar, the reigning OCAA champion, kicked off her title defence season in style by winning the Women’s Singles event with 4 wins and 0 losses.

On the men’s side, Sadik Ali went 3-1 in his matches for an encouraging 4th place finish. While Sushrutha Vishwamitra Won the Consolation bracket in Men's Singles and Akshay Bambhaniya lost his second game in the Main bracket.

The squad’s next tournament will be on November 17th-19th at Fanshawe College.

Players to Watch

Keep your eyes on these superstars as we head into playoffs

Lily Triantafilou, Women's Soccer – Lily has consistently showcased her skills and determination on the field, demonstrating remarkable growth as a player. Her active presence in the striker position has created numerous offensive opportunities for the team, making her a key asset.

Saab Kohar, Men's Soccer – Saab is a rock-solid defensive anchor for the team, playing a pivotal role in maintaining a remarkably low goals-against. His ability to defend effectively and initiate counter-attacks, occasionally scoring, highlights his versatility and strategic gameplay.

Kennedy Schnarr, Women's Softball – As co-captain, Kennedy Schnarr stands as an inspirational leader and an invaluable teammate. Her unwavering commitment to pushing herself and her team to excel is commendable. With impressive stats, hitting .440 with an OPS of 1.142, she finishes the season as the top catcher in the OCAA, having caught nine runners stealing.

Hudson Young, Men's Rugby – Hudson's consistency and top-notch performances week after week have made him a standout player. He has further solidified his position as the Condors' leading point scorer, amassing a total of 29 points.

Daria Danylova, Cross Country – Daria's remarkable race at the OCAA invitational saw her shaving an impressive 2 minutes and 42 seconds off her previous race time. Her exceptional performance contributed to the team's collective time reduction of 6 minutes. 

Upcoming Schedule

Show your #CondorsPride and watch these games next week:

(Home games in BOLD)

18-Oct 6 PM Women's Soccer vs. Redeemer @ Dave Mantel Field - Playoff Match

18-Oct 7 PM Men's Soccer vs. Niagara @ RBJ Schlegel Field - Playoff Match

20-Oct 6 PM Women's Volleyball vs. St. Clair @ SRC Doon Campus - Home Opener

20-Oct 6:00 PM Women's Basketball vs. Lambton @ Cestar Group Athletics & Fitness Complex - Season Opener

20-Oct 8 PM Men's Volleyball vs. St. Clair @ SRC Doon Campus - Home Opener

20-Oct 8:00 PM Men's Basketball vs. Lambton @ Cestar Group Athletics & Fitness Complex

21-Oct 12:00 PM Men's Rugby vs. Humber @ Bill Struck Filed – Riverside Park Cambridge

21-Oct 2:00 PM Women's Basketball vs. St. Clair @ South Campus Sportsplex

21-Oct 4:00 PM Men's Basketball vs. St. Clair @ South Campus Sportsplex

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