- Recent Scores: 2012 CCAA BAD Nationals: Bronze - Men's Doubles - Willis Kwee/ Andy Wong, 4th Place - Mixed Doubles - Michelle Simard/ Bradley Low
Athletics
March 23, 2012
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Athletic Banquet Celebrates a Successful 2011-2012 Season
METRO VANCOUVER—(March 23, 2012) – The Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s varsity athletes and coaches took some timeout from their tracksuits and uniforms last night to join Athletic Department administrators, sponsors and donors at the 2011-2012 Kwantlen Eagles Athletic Awards Banquet at the Coast Hotel and Convention Centre in Langley.
Hosted by Kwantlen students, Kelsi Their (Delta) and Jason Racanelli (White Rock), this annual event celebrates the outstanding athletic accomplishments of Kwantlen’s student-athletes, as well as their academic achievements, leadership and community involvement throughout the varsity competitive season. After a warm welcome by President Dr. John McKendry, the 125 guests were addressed by key note speakers, Stephanie Tait and Matt Hill, founders of the “Run For One Planet” environmental action foundation (www.runforoneplanet.com) who delivered the message that setting intentions and goals and always bringing your best to all that you do is of paramount importance because you may not know who you will inspire and influence along the way.
Highlights from the Banquet included third-year forward and Business Administration – Human Resources student, Shanay Sangha (Richmond), who was named the 2011-2012 President’s Outstanding Female Athlete and Most Valuable Player for women’s soccer. Shanay completed the 2011 PACWEST league season on top of the league’s leaderboard with 11 goals scored in 12 games; most of which were either opening or game-winning goals for the Kwantlen Eagles. She was also named the PACWEST Women’s Soccer Player of the Year and 1st Team All-Star, as well as being named a Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) All-Canadian and CCAA Athlete of the Month.
Fourth-year badminton athlete and Business Management student, Willis Kwee (Richmond), took top honours and was named the President’s Outstanding Male Athlete for the 2011-2012 varsity season. Willis completed the 2011-2012 season with a PACWEST Provincial silver medal and a CCAA National bronze medal; both in men’s doubles.
The event also honoured two graduating Eagles athletes; fifth-year Marissa Dionne (Delta) and fourth-year Thomas Johnston (Surrey). Both decorated soccer athletes, Marissa [2007-2011] competed in 4 provincial championships; winning two back-to-back Provincial titles (2009 and 2010), competed in two National championships (2009, 2010); won a CCAA National bronze (2009), and was named a 2nd Team All-Star in 2009. Thomas [2008-2011] has been awarded the BCCAA/PACWEST Academic Excellence Award 3 consecutive times (2009, 2010 and 2011) as well as the CCAA National Scholar Award twice (2009, 2010); both achievements which require honors standing.
To view the full list of 2012 award recipients, please click here.
March 5, 2012
Eagles Win CCAA National Bronze in Men’s Doubles
METRO VANCOUVER (March 5, 2012) --Four Kwantlen Polytechnic University Athletes from the varsity badminton team returned back from Kamloops on Sunday afternoon; two, bringing back the University's third CCAA National Medal in Badminton in three consecutive championships. Willis Kwee (Richmond) and Andy Wong (Vancouver) won a bronze medal in men’s doubles, defeating the team from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), representing the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC).
Kwee and Wong began their national campaign in impressive form on day one of the championships, defeating the eventual gold medallists from Douglas College, Simon Wu and Lou Wei, in three sets [15-21, 21-16, 22-20]. They completed the team tie competition with a 4-1 record, moving them into a semi-final matchup against the team of Wu and Lei, and a 2nd place ranking.
The semi-finals resulted in a tough defeat for the Eagles, losing in straight sets [12-21, 15-21] to the PACWEST duo of Wu and Wei representing Douglas College. In the playoff for bronze, the Eagles regained their composure and handily defeated the ACAC pair of Jonathan Chang and Jason Chou in two sets [21-15, 21-10] to take home the bronze in men’s doubles.
Reflecting upon their result, fourth year student-athlete Wills Kwee said, "Even though we're disappointed with our results, we're glad to have a spot on the podium." “We will continue to train hard to bring the championship banner back to Kwantlen next year."
Third year student-athlete Michelle Simard (Surrey), who is no stranger to CCAA National Competition, having competed at the last three CCAA National Championships with three different partners, teamed up with first year student-athlete Bradley Low (Vancouver) and fought through to the bronze medal playoff in mixed doubles. They were defeated in straight sets by the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) mixed doubles pair, [21-15, 21-10].
To view the final championship results, visit http://www.ccaabadminton2012.ca/
The Eagles completed a successful 2011-2012 campaign, finishing in 4th place in the team competition in the Pacific Western Athletic Association (PACWEST), with two silver medals; one in men’s doubles and mixed doubles, and advancing four athletes to the CCAA Badminton National Championships to represent the PACWEST host team.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University has been serving the Metro Vancouver region for 30 years, and has opened doors to success for more than 200,000 people. Four campuses—Richmond, Surrey, Cloverdale and Langley—offer a comprehensive range of sought-after programs, including business, liberal arts and science, design, health, trades and technology, apprenticeships, horticulture, and academic and career advancement. Over 17,000 students annually have a choice from over 135 programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates and citations.
February 29, 2012
Villadiego Named to the PACWEST All Rookie Team
METRO VANCOUVER, BC -- (February 29, 2012) - The Pacific Western Athletic Association (PACWEST) has announced the Basketball League Awards today for the 2011-2012 season and one Eagle, first year guard and Association of Arts – General Studies student, Jessica Villadiego (Surrey), was named to the Women’s All-Rookie team. The KPU Eagles Women’s Basketball program also captured a Provincial Championship berth after league play, finishing up the season in 6th place in the PACWEST Conference. The Eagles will begin their post-season schedule with a quarter final berth against the Capilano Blues on Thursday, March 1st at the 2012 PACWEST Provincial Basketball Championships.
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| 22/11/2011 | Kwantlen Men's Eagles Reap the Reward of Continued Hard Work |
| 15/11/2011 | Eagles Post Mixed Results on the Island |
| 10/11/2011 | Sangha Named to the CCAA All-Canadian Team |
| 01/11/2011 | 2011 Soccer Season Comes to a Close in Kelowna |
| 26/10/2011 | Sangha Named 2011 PACWEST Female Soccer Player of the Year |
