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OCAA WEST MEN'S SOCCER PREVIEW

OCAA WEST MEN'S SOCCER PREVIEW

Will be updated as further information becomes available.

Conestoga Condors

2011 Post-Season: OCAA Bronze Medalist

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 4-3-1 (3rd West)
2010: 1-4-3 (7th West)
2009: 4-1-6 (2nd West)
2008: 5-6-0 (3rd West)
2007: 2-5-1 (7th West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 1
Silver: 0
Bronze: 3

Last OCAA Medal: 2011 (Bronze)

Fanshawe Falcons

2011 Post-Season: Did Not Qualify

Key Returning Players
Chris Anderson
Milos Janikic - OCAA Championship All-Star (2009)
Cedric N'Guessan - OCAA All-Star (2011)

Key Departures
Jason Teves
Karol Makos - OCAA All-Star (2009)
Jordan Harvey - OCAA All-Star (2010, 2011)

Key Recruits
Corbin Franklin
Brent Anderson
Colin Mcarthur

Coach's Quote
"The calibre of the college competition continues to be high. It is a short, compact schedule permitting little room for mediocre play and performance. We struggled last year, particularly at home and we need to correct that situation if we hope to vie for the championship."
Paul D'Hollander, Fanshawe Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 3-4-1 (6th West)
2010: 4-2-2 (4th West)
2009: 7-2-2 (1st West)
2008: 9-1-1 (1st West)
2007: 5-2-1 (2nd West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 5
Silver: 1
Bronze: 5

Last OCAA Medal: 2009 (Bronze)

Humber Hawks

2011 Post-Season: OCAA Gold Medalist

Key Returning Players
Roberto Galle
Marcelo Capozzolo - OCAA Player of the Year (2010, 2011), OCAA Defensive Player of the Year (2011), OCAA All-Star (2010, 2011), CCAA All-Canadian (2011)
Augsutin de Medina

Key Departures
Endri Begaj - OCAA Championship All-Star (2011)
Peter Koumoulas - OCAA Top Goalkeeper (2011)

Key Recruits
Marcus Nunez
Kinglsey Boasinko

Coach's Quote
"This year we have a large group of young players that will play key roles on the pitch. We have recruited hard this summer and we think it is the best group of young players we have assembled in over 10 years."
Germain Sanchez, Humber Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 7-0-1 (1st West)
2010: 6-0-2 (1st West)
2009: 11-0-1 (1st Central West)
2008: 9-3-0 (2nd Central West)
2007: 4-3-1 (5th West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 7
Silver: 6
Bronze: 3

Last OCAA Medal: 2011 (Gold)

Lambton Lions

2011 Post-Season: Did Not Qualify

Key Returning Players
Justin Passalacqua
Anthony Stranges

Key Departures
Sean Robinson - OCAA All-Star (2011)
Stuart Jodrell - OCAA All-Star (2011)

Key Recruits
Corey Jackson

Coach's Quote
"With a solid core group of players returning and an impressive amount of young talent coming in we are looking to surprise a lot of teams. With some knowledgeable additions to the coaching staff we are excited for this season and are looking forward to getting this season started."
Shane Bettridge, Lambton Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 0-8-0 (9th West)
2010: 0-8-0 (9th West)
2009: 0-11-0 (4th West)
2008: 0-11-0 (4th West)
2007: 1-5-2 (9th West) 

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 0
Silver: 0
Bronze: 0

Last OCAA Medal: Never Won

Mohawk Mountaineers

2011 Post-Season: Did Not Qualify

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 3-3-2 (5th West)
2010: 4-1-3 (3rd West)
2009: 6-3-3 (2nd Central West)
2008: 3-7-2 (4th Central West)
2007: 5-3-0 (3rd West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 5
Silver: 5
Bronze: 3

Last OCAA Medal: 2004 (Bronze)

Niagara Knights

2011 Post-Season: Did Not Qualify

Key Returning Players
Brayden Toole
Josh Giancola
Chris Riddell

Key Departures
Danilo Escobar
Lucas Folino
Martin Mamic

Key Recruits
Joe D'eramo
Jon Sexton
Erik Greiner

Coach's Quote
"I am looking forward to our players delivering an entertaining, attacking style of soccer that they are proud of. I am glad to be back at Niagara after a year absence and building a strong program. The school is committed to soccer and the turnout and quality at our first tryout was very motivating."
Frank DeChellis, Niagara Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 2-5-1 (8th West)
2010: 3-4-1 (6th West)
2009: 2-8-2 (5th Central West)
2008: 1-8-3 (5th Central West)
2007: 2-6-0 (8th West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 0
Silver: 0
Bronze: 0

Last OCAA Medal: Never Won

Redeemer Royals

2011 Post-Season: Did Not Qualify

Key Returning Players
Dirk Van Soelen - OCAA All-Star (2010)
David Panza - OCAA All-Star (2011)

Key Departures
Greg Dykxhoorn
Jeremy Stevens - OCAA All-Star (2009, 2011)
Taylor Prins

Key Recruits
Craig DeBoer
Denzel Blair
Aaron Bokma

Coach's Quote
"Our soccer program is growing and with that growth we expect to put teams out on the field that are competing with the best in the province. This year we are fortunate enough to be hosting the OCAA Men's Outdoor Soccer Championships. The challenge for our team is to be there representing Redeemer on our home field as we host the Provincial event."
Ryan Hearn-Zych, Redeemer Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 2-5-1 (7th West)
2010: 3-3-2 (5th West)
2009: 3-7-2 (4th Central West)
2008: 3-6-3 (3rd Central West)
2007: 3-5-0 (6th West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 0
Silver: 0
Bronze: 0

Last OCAA Medal: Never Won

St. Clair Saints

2011 Post-Season: 4th at OCAA Championship

Key Returning Players
Mitch Trevisol - OCAA All-Star (2011)
Brian Santos
Jordan Lidia
Mo Hamoud

Key Departures
Robert Malbasic - OCAA West Scoring Champion (2009, 2011); OCAA All-Star (2009, 2011)
Hamza Mezahi

Key Recruits
Gabriel Poulino
Luis Cortes
Luder Yussif
Dan D'Amore

Coach's Quote
"The Saints will be fielding a number of talented newcomers, in and attempt to return to the OCAA final four.  The loss of all time leading goalscorer Robert Malbasic will have to be overcome by a comittee of talented new comers."
Mike Baraslievski, St. Clair Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 4-4-0 (4th West)
2010: 1-5-2 (8th West)
2009: 5-4-2 (3rd West)
2008: 6-4-1 (2nd West)
2007: 4-3-1 (4th West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 0
Silver: 2
Bronze: 1

Last OCAA Medal: 2000 (Silver)

Sheridan Bruins

2011 Post-Season: OCAA Silver Medalist

Key Returning Players
Jonathan Costa
David Velastegui - OCAA Rookie of the Year (2010)
Kevin Avila - OCAA All-Stars (2011)
Antonio Ilic

Key Recruits
Manny Morgado
Kevin McIntosh
Judah Hernandez

Coach's Quote
"We are eagerly looking forward to the coming season. We have a good mix of returning veterans and incoming talent and hope to keep building on the progress we've made in recent years."
Andrew Seuradge, Sheridan Head Coach

Last 5 Seasons (Regular Season Record)
2011: 7-0-1 (2nd West)
2010: 6-1-1 (2nd West)
2009: 5-7-0 (3rd Central West)
2008: 11-1-0 (1st Central West)
2007: 7-1-0 (1st West)

OCAA Medals:
Gold: 3
Silver: 6
Bronze: 1

Last OCAA Medal: 2011 (Silver)

Source: OCAA Communications with files from OCAA Member Institutions