CapU Department of Athletics
With a number of recruits having been announced over the past few weeks, below is a complete list of those that have or will be announced shortly via our Instagram and Twitter accounts.
Men's Basketball
Women's Basketball
Venica Davignon
Hometown: Coquitlam, BC
Previous Schools: Riverside Secondary
Height: 5'11"
Position: Forward
"I'm very excited to add Venica to our program," Weimer says. "I believe she will have an immediate impact, on and off the court. She is a versatile talent that is effective at both ends. Because she's tall, long and athletic, she's able to play offense and defense inside and out.
Haley Hughes
Hometown: Port Moody, BC
Previous Schools: Heritage Woods Secondary
Height: 5'9"
Position: Guard/Forward
Coach Weimer, "Haley is a hard-working, versatile, and athletic player who can play a number of positions. She has a high ceiling and has the potential to be a game-changer in the PACWEST."
Alexa Kusel
Hometown: Tsawwassen, BC
Previous Schools: South Delta Secondary
Height: 5'4"
Position: Guard
Coach Weimer, "Alexa is a high IQ, hard-working and gritty guard. She shoots the ball well and is a great defender both on and off the ball."
Men's Soccer
Women's Soccer
Alex Roed
Hometown: Burnaby, BC
Previous Schools: Notre Dame Regional Secondary
Height: 5'5"
Position: Centre Midfield/Forward
Coach Kindel, "We're very excited to have Alex join our group. Her determination and aggressive attitude will add another layer to our strong attacking side.”
Roed, “I’m extremely thankful for the opportunity to be a part of the Capilano University Blues Women's Soccer team and I’m excited to see what this season holds.”
Elizabeth Van Hombeeck
Hometown: Burnaby, BC
Previous Schools: Notre Dame Regional Secondary
Height: 5'5"
Position: Centre Midfield/Forward
Coach Kindel, “Elizabeth brings another strong presence to the Blues attacking side with her ability to hold balls up and strike with force on goal.”
Van Hombeeck, “I am so grateful for the opportunity to play soccer at Capilano University! I am eager to improve my skills among great players and coaches. Go Blues! ”
Sophie Pather
Hometown: North Vancouver, BC
Previous Schools: Sutherland Secondary
Height: 5'4"
Position: Outside Midfield/Back
Coach Kindel, “Sophie brings added speed to the blues family with her ability to take players on, get crossing balls into the box, & her ability to finish chances on goal. ”
Pather, "I am so excited to start my new soccer journey with the Capilano University Blues family! I can’t wait for the season to begin!”
