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
Ty Klim
Hometown: Chilliwack, BC
Previous Schools: G.W. Graham Secondary
Club: Fraser Valley Mountaineers
Height: 6'8"
Position: Forward/Post
Ty Klim, "Athletically, I'm excited to get to the next level after red-shirting for a year. I'm looking forward to being a part of a cohesive group I'm already familiar with while having the chance to showcase my talent. I'm also looking forward to pursuing my academic studies in the Business program."
Coach Klim, "We look forward to adding his versatility as a power forward to the team. He can get to the hoop and finish while also being a strong rebounder."
Women's Basketball
Brooklyn Klim
Hometown: Chilliwack, BC
Previous Schools: G.W. Graham Secondary
Height: 6'6"
Position: Power Forward
Klim, "I'm looking forward to showcasing my talent and strength in the post while creating opportunities on the fly for my teammates. I'll be entering the general arts program and hope to transfer into education."
Coach Weimer, "I'm excited to welcome Brooklyn to our Blues family and looking forward to being a part of her growth on and off the court next season at CapU. Brooklyn brings much needed height to our group, something we were lacking last season. I was impressed with her ability to shoot from distance and her soft touch around the rim. She has a high basketball IQ but is eager to learn and improve. Brooklyn immediately clicked with our current players and coaching staff on her multiple visits and will be a positive addition to our culture. Thanks for choosing BLUES!"
Men's Soccer
Women's Soccer
Amaya Salvino
Hometown: Burnaby, BC
Previous Schools: Alpha Secondary
Club: Strathcona Primo
Height: 5'6"
Position: Goalkeeper
Salvino, "I chose CapU because of the scenic campus and the wonderful program."
Coach Kindel, "Amaya is a goalkeeper with great shot-stopping abilities. She is brave and very good at communicating with their back line.
Amelia Mori
Hometown: New Westminster, BC
Previous Schools: New Westminster Secondary
Club: Burnaby FC
Height: 5'2"
Position: Winger
Mori, "Everyone was so welcoming and kind, I can't wait to make memories with this team!"
Coach Kindel, "Amelia is a fullback who is great with 1v1s and likes to get forward to initiate attacks. She can also play on the wing, with the ability to get crosses into the attacking box."
Men's Volleyball
Women's Volleyball
Jennie Pereboom
Hometown: Vernon, BC
Previous Schools: W.L. Seaton Secondary
Height: 6'0"
Position: Outside Hitter
Pereboom, "I chose CapU because of the welcoming team culture and coaching staff! I like the scenic campus and can’t wait to get started in the fall!"
Coach Swanson, "Jennie is a 6’0” right side who attended our CapU Identification Camp and performed exceptionally well. She displayed a full array of skill and determination in every aspect of the 2-day camp. Jennie also exhibits the ability to connect and support her teammates which helped in her team placing 3rd at their 2023 AAA high school volleyball provincials. Jennie was also recognized as a AAA 1st-team all-star. We are very excited to have Jennie joining our Blues women’s volleyball program and we look forward to seeing her thrive on and off the volleyball court."
Abigail Betker
Hometown: Kimberley, BC
Previous Schools: College of the Rockies
Height: 5'11"
Position: Outside Hitter
Betker, “I chose CapU because of the kinesiology program and the welcoming and encouraging coaching staff. I can’t wait to get started!”
Coach Swanson, “I had the pleasure of meeting and knowing Abigail Betker during my time coaching at College of the Rockies. The Betker family were regulars attending and supporting their home team and I appreciated Abi’s interest in volleyball at a very early age. In her first two seasons competing in the PACWEST BC Conference Abi has become a very skilled and accomplished player. This past season she finished 4th overall in kill percentage in the league. We are very fortunate to have someone with Abi’s skill, experience, and team-first mentality joining our Blues program.”
