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Welden brings broad experience to women’s volleyball program
Scott Briggs
Posted: December 3, 2019 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Volleyball, Varsity Sports, ACAA
SAINT JOHN -- Carolyn Welden’s career as a volleyball coach has taken her around the world. She’s crossed oceans and continents, seemingly knowing no boundaries. Those journeys remain especially meaningful since she was also representing her country. Welden is the former head coach of the Royal Military College women’s team, which coincided with her coaching the Canadian...
Read the full postMen’s basketball squad hoping to realize potential after Christmas break
Scott Briggs
Posted: November 27, 2019 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Uncategorized
SAINT JOHN -- It will soon be three years since Jacob Vickers helped Miramichi Valley to a provincial boys AAA high school championship. While the victory over Leo Hayes will always be the most vivid memory, so is what happened after. After being recruited by UNB Saint John head coach Peter Vincent, Vickers decided to continue his hoops career in the Port City. His choice was based...
Read the full postMen’s volleyball squad off to stellar start
Scott Briggs
Posted: November 22, 2019 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Volleyball, Alumni, ACAA, Uncategorized
SAINT JOHN -- After winning two provincial titles at Nackawic High School, Ben Wilson brought a championship pedigree to the UNB Saint John men’s volleyball program last year. Still, the second-year setter admits the jump was an adjustment. “It’s a faster pace and you learn to adapt quicker,” Wilson said. “You can’t spend too much time...
Read the full postWomen’s hoopsters in hot pursuit of playoff berth
Scott Briggs
Posted: November 13, 2019 10:00:00 AM AST
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Alumni, Basketball
SAINT JOHN -- The UNB Saint John women’s basketball team is all about balance. Six different players scored in double digits to help the Seawolves win two of their first three games to start the 2019-20 ACCA season. “When we’re running, we’re playing well,” head coach Kevin Munroe said. “We move the ball well and we move well in...
Read the full postDouble the Fun for Coach Vicente
S. Guimond
Posted: October 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Alumni, ACAA, Varsity Sports, Soccer
Dave Vicente is a busy man. Coaching one team at the ACAA level takes time and effort. Coaching two teams in the same season, in the same sport is quite a challenge. Still, Vicente enjoys it. Coaching is in his blood. “I started coaching when I was 18. A friend of mine asked me to help him out when I could because I was playing on the 1989 Canada games team and I really enjoyed myself. I...
Read the full postMen's volleyball team to open 2019 training sessions next week
N. Kelly
Posted: August 29, 2019 12:00:00 PM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Volleyball
Interested in playing men’s volleyball? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend open training sessions. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your volleyball skills, join us at the G. Forbes AC as follows: Men’s Volleyball Training Sept. 4: 5:30-7 PM- Main Court Sept. 5: 5:30-7 PM- Side Court...
Read the full post2018-19 Libero of the Year coming to the Seawolves
B. Waston
Posted: August 29, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA, Volleyball, Varsity Sports
As we step back into the Academic and Athletic season, we would like to welcome another recruit, Marcus Lapointe! Originally from Wolfville, Nova Scotia, this student athlete has made a name for himself at Holland College, and now joins our men’s varsity volleyball squad for the upcoming season. Coach Dino Karatzios has seen Marcus dominate at Holland college for the past 2 years,...
Read the full postMen's basketball to open 2019 training sessions next week
N. Kelly
Posted: August 29, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Basketball
Interested in playing men’s basketball? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend open training sessions. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your basketball skills, join us at the G. Forbes AC as follows: Men’s Basketball Training Sept. 4: 7:30-9 PM- Main Court Sept. 5: 7:30-9 PM - Side...
Read the full postWomen's basketball to open 2019 training sessions next week
N.Kelly
Posted: August 29, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Basketball
Interested in playing women’s basketball? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend open training sessions. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your basketball skills, join us at the G. Forbes AC as follows: Women’s Basketball Training Sept. 4: 7-8:30 PM- Side Court Left Sept. 5: 7-8:30 PM-...
Read the full postWomen's volleyball to open 2019 training sessions next week
N. Kelly
Posted: August 29, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Volleyball, Varsity Sports
Interested in playing women’s volleyball? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend open training sessions. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your volleyball skills, join us at the G. Forbes AC as follows: Open Training Sessions Sept. 4: 6-7:30 PM- Side Court Left Sept. 5: 7-8:30 PM- Side Court...
Read the full postHeight and Passion: Armstrong signs with Seawolves
B. Waston
Posted: August 27, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball, ACAA, Varsity Sports
Not far from UNBSJ campus lies Rothesay high school, from which we receive many of their alumni following graduation. This year’s grad class will most certainly be one to remember as Mike Armstrong, Rothesay’s star big man, starts his Bachelor of Arts in the fall. Coach Peter Vincent is thoroughly impressed with Mike’s progress the last few seasons as he and his (former)...
Read the full postBrown Signs with Seawolves Volleyball Program
S. Guimond
Posted: August 22, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Volleyball
From Fredericton, New Brunswick, Kyle Brown is looking to make a serious impact as he approaches his first varsity season in the ACAA Conference as part of the Seawolves’ men’s volleyball team. Kyle is a graduate from Leo Hayes High school were his extensive participation on his school teams and club teams will certainly come in handy for the 2019-20 season. In addition to his...
Read the full postSeawolves Varsity Sport Tryouts
N.Kelly
Posted: August 21, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball, Varsity Sports, Track and Field, Soccer, Volleyball
August 21, 2019- As September draws near on the UNB Saint John campus, the athletics department is preparing for an exciting season of collegiate sport. Are you interested in joining a team, but don’t know where to start? Our Varsity Athletics coordinator has provided answers to the most frequently asked questions from prospective students: What sports are offered? The Seawolves are...
Read the full postMen's soccer open 2019 training camp
N. Kelly
Posted: August 19, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Soccer, Varsity Sports
Interested in playing men’s soccer? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend open training. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your soccer skills, join us at the Canada Games Stadium as follows: Men’s Soccer Training August 23: 7-8:30 PM August 24: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM August 25: 12-1:30...
Read the full postWomen's soccer open 2019 training camp
N. Kelly
Posted: August 19, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Soccer
Interested in playing women’s soccer? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend open training sessions. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your soccer skills, join us at the Canada Games Stadium as follows: Women’s Soccer Training August 23: 5:30-7:00 PM August 24: 12-1:30 PM August...
Read the full postSame Coach New School: Lambert signs with Seawolves Basketball
B. Waston
Posted: August 15, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Basketball, ACAA
Peter Vincent is excited to be coaching Adam Lambert once again, as Adam starts his business degree this September and joins the Seawolves basketball team this fall. Peter coached Adam his grade 9 year at Saint Joh high, as he was one of the very few Peter ever brought up to varsity at the beginning of high school. “Adam had a mental and emotional maturity about him and the way he...
Read the full postWest to East: Robson commits to Seawolves Volleyball
B. Watson
Posted: August 7, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Volleyball
You must give thanks for the small things in life, for instance the app Athleta. It allows coaches to contact free agents. Without it, former coach of the Women’s Seawolves volleyball team, Lauren Hale-Miller, would never have met Mattye Robson. Hailing from Calgary, Alberta, Mattye has an impressive volleyball resume. She has received a u18 national silver medal, an MVP nomination at...
Read the full postSeawolves Alumni to Host Fundraising Social
B. Watson & N. Kelly
Posted: August 1, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Alumni, Basketball, Volleyball
SAINT JOHN- Anyone who has ever lived the double life of a student and varsity athlete understands the delicate art of balancing studying, training, volunteering and working while finding time for family, significant others and friends. It can be a struggle, but the results yielded are well worthwhile. Not many know this more than Manager of UNB Saint John Residence Life and...
Read the full postSquad of Hampton locals sticking together
B. Watson
Posted: August 1, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA, Soccer, Varsity Sports
Top Left: Emily Lodge, Top Right: Hannah Humphrey, Bottom Left: Nicole Mersereau, Bottom Right: Sophie Williams The end of high school usually separates athletes who have played side by side for as long as either can care to remember. Therefore, it is quite surprising and amazing to see a group of teammates continue their careers into their collegiate years together. That is exactly what we...
Read the full postWelcome home: Knappe Signs with Seawolves
B. Watson
Posted: July 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Soccer, ACAA
UNBSJ soccer coach Dave Vicente is happy to announce the arrival of Charlotte Knappe, a local star who is transferring to UNBSJ from St. FX! He has been thoroughly impressed by her knowledge of the game as well as well as speed and composure. Vicente believes she can fill a vacant center back position on the team this upcoming season. There is no debate on Charlotte’s aptitude for the...
Read the full postMorse prepared to bring senior leadership to the Seawolves Basketball Team
B. Watson
Posted: July 24, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, Basketball, ACAA
Nova Scotia native Jason Morse is joining the Varsity Basketball roster this season, much to coach Peter Vincent’s approval. Recruited from Amherst Regional High school a few years back, Jason has now decided to begin his certificate in general studies and continue his basketball career. “Jason has control of the floor and has good vision of his teammates, so we are looking for him...
Read the full postStaying Local: Fury-Miller Signs with Seawolves
B. Watson
Posted: July 17, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball, ACAA, Varsity Sports
The Seawolves Varsity Men’s basketball squad has snagged a hometown steal, hailing from Grand-bay. Jack Fury-Miller has been enamoured with basketball for a long time and is looking to continue his impressive career into his Bachelor of Science degree. Back at Harborview High School, Jack racked up MVP’s in soccer, volleyball and basketball. He was also awarded 2 Athlete of...
Read the full postLexi Hawryluk Signs with Seawolves Basketball
B. Watson
Posted: July 11, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Basketball
Your Seawolves Women’s Varsity Basketball team has just signed an exciting addition to their roster, all the way from Roblin, Manitoba. Lexi Hawryluk has searched for the best fit to continue her education and basketball career, and it has brought her to UNB Saint John! Lexi is the definition of a 2-dimensional student athlete. She was recognized as an all star in basketball and...
Read the full postUNB Saint John Seawolves name Carolyn Welden as new head coach
Natasha Kelly
Posted: July 8, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Volleyball
Saint John-UNB Saint John Seawolves are pleased to announce that Carolyn Welden has accepted to lead the Women’s volleyball program for next season. Carolyn is currently the Executive Director of Volleyball New Brunswick and wishes to continue her passion of developing elite athletes. Welden is a Chartered Professional Coach who has led programs at the college, university and...
Read the full postNewfoundland to Saint John: Littlejohn commits to Seawolves Volleyball
B. Watson
Posted: July 4, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Volleyball
Men’s Varsity Volleyball Coach Dino Karatzios is more than pleased to receive a 6’3” setter hailing from Coley’s Point, Bay Roberts, Newfoundland. Ryan Littlejohn impressed Dino with tapes of his tournament play and impressive list of accomplishments. Accolades include, but are certainly not limited too: Senior male Bay Roberts High School Athlete of the year 2018,...
Read the full postHale-Miller steps down as head coach of Seawolves Women’s Volleyball
Natasha Kelly
Posted: June 25, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA, Varsity Sports, Volleyball
SAINT JOHN- A new face will be at the helm when the UNB Saint John’s women's volleyball program takes to the court in 2019. Head coach Lauren Hale-Miller has stepped down to pursue a new position as the full-time head coach of the Grand Prairie Regional College Wolves women’s volleyball team. “It was a difficult decision to leave the Seawolves Women’s Volleyball...
Read the full postCarson Dorcas has officially signed with the Seawolves
S. Guimond
Posted: June 24, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Volleyball, Varsity Sports, ACAA
Carson Dorcas is joining the Seawolves men’s volleyball roster this fall, bringing size, power and leadership. He first caught the eye of coach Dino Karatzios at the 2018 Volleyball provincials. “Carson is a big strong 6’4” middle, with lots of confidence on the court”. Winning provincials with Leo Hayes JV in grade 9 and named MVP of the U18 Reds this past fall,...
Read the full postBrun looking to make an Impact
S. Guimond
Posted: June 11, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball, ACAA, Varsity Sports
The Seawolves men's basketball team welcomes Austin Brun to their roster who adds size, passion and great work ethic to the team. Austin caught the attention of Head Coach Peter Vincent who was pleasantly surprised by his play when he stepped on the court to scrimmage with the Seawolves this summer. "He is a big, physical player who will be called upon to be an inside force as well...
Read the full postCanes to Wolves: Wood Signs to UNB Saint John Seawolves
S. Guimond
Posted: May 23, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports, ACAA, Volleyball
Katie Wood had a few kilometers to travel, 3,752 to be exact, to come play volleyball on the east coast. Her first year brought her to Prince Edward Island to play for the Holland College Hurricanes but she will be starting the 2019-20 varsity season with the UNB Saint John Seawolves. Katie ended her volleyball career as a Hurricane on a high note, receiving the 2018-19 ACAA Libero of the...
Read the full postAustin Kendall Signs to Seawolves Volleyball
S. Guimond
Posted: May 16, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Volleyball, ACAA, Varsity Sports
Austin Kendall has committed to the Seawolves Men’s Volleyball program for the 2019-20 Varsity season. Austin was born in Halifax, NS but has lived the majority of his life in Hanwell, NB. He has played both volleyball and basketball since grade six and continued on through high school. He played volleyball with the Reds club team as well as Team New Brunswick and was the captain of the...
Read the full postCarrying on a legacy: Ben Irvine Commits to Seawolves Volleyball
S. Guimond
Posted: April 26, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Uncategorized
Ben Irvine, a local Saint Johner has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves men’s volleyball program for the 2019-20 Varsity season. In June, Ben will be graduating from Simonds high school and come September will be making a transition to his university career. Over the past four years he was a member of the 16U Basketball NB team, 17U and 18U Volleyball NB teams....
Read the full postFrom Sydney to Saint John
S. Guimond
Posted: April 24, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Volleyball, ACAA, Varsity Sports
Jali Blair-Summons is travelling 16, 604 kilometers to play volleyball at UNB Saint John. Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Jali has officially signed with the Seawolves women’s volleyball program for the 2019-20 Varsity season. Sport has always played a major role in Jali’s life. She played a variety of sports over the years but volleyball has become her niche. “I love being...
Read the full postTessa Holmes Signs with Seawolves Basketball
Your Name
Posted: April 17, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball, Volleyball, ACAA
Tessa Holmes has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves basketball program for the 2019-2020 Varsity season. Hailing from Quispamsis, New Brunswick, Tessa will be graduating from Kennebecasis Valley High in June. Tessa’s passion for basketball, hard work and goal setting has certainly attributed to all of her athletic accomplishments. These include an undefeated season in...
Read the full postAlex Kerr Signs with Seawolves
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: April 11, 2019 1:00:00 PM ADT
Category: ACAA, Varsity Sports, Volleyball
Alex Kerr will be sticking close to home to continue her academic and athletic career. She has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Women’s Volleyball team for the 2019-2020 ACAA season. Alex is a graduate of Kennebecasis Valley High School and has a wide range of athletic experience under her belt. Her athletic resume includes basketball, softball and volleyball and she represented...
Read the full postTyler Travis Signs with the Seawolves
S. Guimond
Posted: April 9, 2019 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Soccer, Uncategorized, Varsity Sports, ACAA
Tyler Travis from Riverview, NB has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves as part of the Men's Varsity Soccer team. Tyler is a graduate from Riverview High School and has been playing soccer since he was 4 years old. Training never stops for him and his committment has gotten him to where he is today. During the summers he trains with Dieppe Soccer and in the winter is a...
Read the full postBirney and Hamilton named Seawolves Athletes of the Year
Natasha Kelly
Posted: March 22, 2019 9:00:00 PM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports
UNB Saint John held its 53rd Annual Varsity Athletics Evening on Friday, March 22 to honour its student-athletes. Volleyball middle hitters Maggie Birney and Zane Hamilton were named the Male and Female Athletes of the Year. Birney, a Renous native, is a fourth-year Atlantic Collegiate Athletics Association (ACAA) athlete who spent her freshman and sophomore seasons with the Mount Saint Vincent...
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