Fleming Phoenix Round Out Another Athletic Season With Awards Banquet Ceremony

After another athletic season in the books, Fleming College celebrated its student-athletes at the Phoenix Varsity Awards banquet held on Friday.

ALexander Clark (left) and Zofia Boruta Right) Showcasing their newly-won plaques as the men’s and women’s all-around athlete respectively. Photo courtesy of Fleming College.

The 52nd annual Varsity Awards Banquet recognized and celebrated the achievements of Fleming student-athletes who participated in seven varsity sports: soccer, volleyball, logger sports, curling, men’s basketball, cross-country running and women’s rugby sevens.  

In addition to the presentation of awards for athletic success, 32 student-athletes were also recognized for their academic successes after achieving an honours-level grade point average (GPA) while competing. 

The following awards were presented: 

Erin O’Rourke Memorial All-Around Athlete: Presented to two athletes who performed at a high level while demonstrating leadership, commitment, and dedication. Awarded to Alexander Clark (Men’s Cross Country) and Zofia Boruta (Women’s Volleyball). 

Jack Barley Memorial Athlete of the Year: Presented to two athletes who performed exceptional achievements within their sport while maintaining academic eligibility. Awarded to Sarah D’Hondt (Loggersports) and Kyle Sarcol (Men’s Volleyball).

Rachel Spearing Award: Presented to a women’s rugby player who demonstrated heart, spirit, sportsmanship, and dedication on the field. Awarded to Kaitlyn Auchterlonie (Women’s Rugby Sevens).

Kris Starr and Adam Evans Award: Presented to loggersports athletes who show heart, spirit, dedication, and love of the sport. Awarded to Kaden Bulmer (Loggersports: Kris Starr Award) and Holly Smith (Loggersports: Adam Evans Award). 

All-Academic Award: Presented to the athlete with the highest academic average who achieved a balance in their sport and in academics. Awarded to Sarah D’Hondt (Loggersports).

Fred Batley Coach of the Year Award: Presented to a coach driven by their passion for their sport, who goes above and beyond to create a positive atmosphere and ensure their student-athletes have the best possible experience. Awarded to Josh Williams (Men’s Basketball).

OCAA Honour Awards: Presented to OCAA athletes based on athletic performance, selected, and voted on by other OCAA institutions. 

Julia Kata – Women’s Rugby Sevens – 2024 OCAA Women’s Rugby League All-Star and All-Rookie Team 
Taya Torrance – Women’s Soccer – 2024 OCAA Women’s Soccer East Division All-Rookie Team 

Team Awards: The following athletes were recognized by their individual teams as either the most valuable player (MVP) or rookie of the year. 

Women’s Rugby
MVP: Julia Kata 
Rookie of the Year: Sara Petersen

Men’s Curling
MVP: Matthew Murray
Rookie of the Year: Isaac Looyenga

Women’s Curling
MVP: Miranda Jensen
Rookie of the Year: Brittany Brasier

Cross Country
MVP: Alexander Clark
Rookie of the Year: Jessica Scott

Men’s Soccer 
MVP: Emmanuel Folayan
Rookie of the Year: Ryan Clarke

Women’s Soccer
MVP: Miranda DiSalvo
Rookie of the Year: Mikayla Sproule

Men’s Loggersports
MVP: Thomas Kitchen
Rookie of the Year: Sayre Hart 

Women’s Loggersports
MVP: Darian Carpenter
Rookie of the Year: Nicole Roy

Men’s Basketball
MVP: Jordan Morgan
Rookie of the Year: Mani Maynard

Men’s Volleyball
MVP: Kyle Sarcol
Rookie of the Year: Gibson Northrup

Women’s Volleyball
MVP: Zofia Boruta
Rookie of the Year: Micaiah Rojas

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