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Fury-Miller Coming Home to the Seawolves
JOSH FLECK
Posted: July 19, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
The UNB Saint John Seawolves men’s basketball team is set to have a pivotal player rejoin their team as Jack Fury-Miller is coming back to the Seawolves. Fury-Miller spent three seasons (2019-20-2021-22) with the Seawolves (one shortened due to COVID), where he played 29 regular season Atlantic Collegiate Athletic Association games. During that time, he scored 331 points, shooting 44%, while averaging just over 5 rebounds a game. Fury-Miller spent the 2022-23 season with the UNB Reds in...
Burton signs with Seawolves Basketball
R. Oram
Posted: June 29, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , ACAA , Varsity Sports
Doyle Burton has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves men’s basketball team for the 2023-24 varsity season. Burton hails from Stillwater Lake, Nova Scotia, and is a graduate of Bay View High School, where he played alongside fellow Seawolves basketball recruit Lance Howlett. Throughout his high school career, Doyle has racked up many accolades, including being selected for the U18 Fury high-performance team, winning the 2023 U18 Scotia AAA tournament, and being selected...
NBIAA player of the year signs with Seawolves
R. Oram
Posted: June 20, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Ainsley Green has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves women’s basketball team for the 2023-24 varsity season. Green, who will soon graduate from Southern Victoria High School in Perth-Andover, NB, brings championship pedigree to the Seawolves. A 2023 NBIAA Southwest All-Star and the 2023 ‘A’ Player of the Year, Green had a historic individual season while leading the Vikings to their second straight victory at the 2023 NBIAA Final 12 Championships in...
Kerwin commits to Seawolves Basketball Squad
R. Oram
Posted: June 15, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , ACAA
Avery Kerwin has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves women’s basketball team for the 2023-24 varsity season. Kerwin will graduate from Three Oaks Senior High in Summerside, Prince Edward Island, where her basketball team finished second on the island in her final season. As result of that success, Kerwin was selected as a AAA provincial all-star. Since the age of 12, Avery has been involved with Basketball PEI, culminating in her competing...
Howlett signs with men’s basketball squad
Scott Briggs
Posted: June 13, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , ACAA
Lance Howlett has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves men’s basketball team for the 2023-24 varsity season. Howlett hails from Halifax, N.S., and will be graduating from Bay View High School. He was the team’s starting point guard for the past three seasons, finishing with more than 1,150 points despite COVID-19 reducing the number of games. His efforts led to his being named to the Metro Halifax High School D1 Varsity All-Star Team the past two seasons. This...
N.B. connection helped Lanier land at UNB Saint John
Scott Briggs
Posted: May 26, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Alumni , Basketball , ACAA , Varsity Sports
Quinn Lanier has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves men’s basketball team for the 2023-24 varsity season. Although Lanier grew up on a farm near Lethbridge, Alberta, a New Brunswick connection led to his landing UNB Saint John. Former UNB Fredericton men’s basketball player and coach Matt Daley coached Lanier at the prestigious Edge School in Calgary. “I chose UNB Saint John because I wanted basketball to take me somewhere and to experience new...
Wilson signs with Seawolves men’s basketball squad
Scott Briggs
Posted: May 26, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , ACAA , Alumni
Ewan Wilson has officially signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves men’s basketball team for the 2023-24 varsity season. Wilson will be graduating from Horton High School in Greenwich, N.S., where he’s leaving a legacy of academic and athletic excellence. A four-year honour-roll student, Wilson was the starting point guard for a Horton squad that finished fourth in provincials this year after helping the team win bronze last year. He also played football for Horton, serving as...
Grossman leaving legacy on and off the court
Scott Briggs
Posted: May 15, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Alumni , Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Attending medical school while playing for the UNB Saint John women’s basketball team left little downtime for Hanna Grossman. “I got really good at studying on the bus,” said the 24-year-old forward from Riverview. “It definitely had its challenges, but you need breaks from medical school and it’s really easy to get completely sucked into it. It’s easy to give all your time to school, so basketball was a great way to get a...
Smith and Szemerda Named Top Seawolves for 2022-23
J. Fleck
Posted: April 3, 2023 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Volleyball , ACAA , Varsity Sports , Alumni , Soccer , Basketball , SAAC
The University of New Brunswick Saint John Seawolves held their annual athlete’s awards evening Friday night, honoring their student athlete’s achievements in both academics and athletics. The night was highlighted by the schools four major awards; Male and Female Athletes of the Year and male and female recipients of the Dr. Ann Gorman Condon Academic Athletics Achievement Award. The Male Athlete of the Year was basketball star, Ethan Szemerda (Saint John, NB), who finished his...
Vincent announces retirement Vaughan steps in as Head Coach of Seawolves Men's Basketball
J. Fleck
Posted: March 7, 2023 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , ACAA
For the first time in 11 years the University of New Brunswick Saint John Seawolves men’s basketball program will have a new face at the helm. Head coach, Peter Vincent has announced his retirement, with assistant coach, Paul Vaughan, stepping into the head coaching role. ...
Men's hoops squad hoping best is yet to come
Scott Briggs
Posted: November 25, 2022 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Basketball , ACAA , Varsity Sports
The UNB Saint John men’s basketball team can’t just show up and shoot the lights out. Success will come more from substance than style. Wins will generally be ugly instead of pretty. “I think we’re going to have to be a gritty team to play against,” said Seawolves head coach Peter Vincent. “We’re going to have to work hard and be...
MVP from Belize joins Seawolves Basketball Squad
S. Guimond
Posted: September 8, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA , Varsity Sports , Basketball
Alexander Ariola has officially signed with the Seawolves basketball team for the 2022-23 varsity season. Originally from Belize City, Belize, Alex is a transfer from Briercrest College in Saskatchewan that brings some great experience to the Seawolves team. He began playing basketball when he was seven years old and has been playing shooting guard/small forward throughout his career. In his senior year, Alex won the MVP award for the local high school tournament in Belize City. In 2021, he...
Seawolves Varsity Winter Sport Tryouts Registration
S. Guimond
Posted: September 1, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA , Volleyball , Varsity Sports , Basketball
Looking to play varsity basketball or volleyball for the Seawolves? Our coaches are looking for full-time UNB Saint John and Dal Med students with a high skill set and a strong team mindset. Experience in a high caliber program is preferred such as: Being a starter on your high school team. Playing on another college or university team. Playing on a high-performance club team. Playing on a provincial/national team; and/or Playing on a team in the upper division of a city or regional...
Seawolves Sports Broadcast Opportunities
S. Guimond
Posted: August 31, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: SAAC , ACAA , Basketball , Varsity Sports , Volleyball , Soccer , Alumni
Do you have a passion for sports media? The UNB Saint John Seawolves are in search of personalities to be our commentary and play-by-play announcers for the 2022-23 Varsity Season. Our Varsity sports include Soccer, Volleyball and Basketball. If you are an Alumni, UNB Student or community member that wants to get in on the action, we would love for you to join our team! Knowledge in soccer, basketball and/or volleyball is considered an asset. For more information please contact...
Two Time MVP signs with Seawolves Basketball
S. Anctil
Posted: August 23, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , Basketball , ACAA
AJ Nash has officially signed with the Seawolves Men’s Basketball Program. AJ is from Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and is a graduate from O’Donel High School. Basketball has always played a huge role in AJ’s life as he started playing basketball at the age of 3. AJ has very impressive basketball accomplishments, he was a 2-time MVP at O’Donel High School and was a 2-time Hall of Fame Cup Tournament All-Star. From a young age, AJ knew that he wanted to play basketball...
Offensive power and flawless shooting Robertson signs with Seawolves
S. Anctil
Posted: August 11, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Ewan Robertson has officially signed with the Seawolves Men’s Basketball Program. Ewan is from Fredericton, New Brunswick and graduated from Fredericton High School. Ewan’s passion and dedication for basketball lead him to many great achievements. He received Camp All Star at the Adidas Top 40 Camp, MVP for Fredericton High School in 2022, Team New Brunswick for U15 where he was able to take part in Nationals in his hometown of Fredericton, Team New Brunswick U18 and will be...
Reigniting passion for the game. Hammer signs with Seawolves Basketball
S. Anctil
Posted: June 28, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , Basketball , ACAA
Max Hammer has officially signed with the Seawolves Basketball program. Max is from Summerside, Prince Edward Island and graduated from Three Oaks High School. His competitiveness and passion for basketball led him to several great achievements. Max played three years as a guard for Three Oaks High where he was captain in his final year and was top scorer on his team in grade 11 and 12. He was a member of the PEI Provincial team for U15 and U17 playing in Nationals in both Alberta and...
MVP from Hantsport NS commits to Seawolves Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: April 28, 2022 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , ACAA
Brynna MacKenzie has officially signed with the Seawolves Basketball program for the 2022-23 Varsity season. Brynna is a graduate from Horton High school, has held honors with distinction (2018-22), and was awarded Rookie of the Year (2018-19) and Basketball MVP (2019-20). She is a diligent athlete and is always looking to enhance her talents in a community that she feels a deep connection with. Basketball has given Brynna the opportunity to form lasting relationships and has taught her...
Charlotte Knappe and Ryan Farrell Named UNB Saint John Student - Athletes of the Year
S. Guimond
Posted: April 12, 2022 11:59:00 AM ADT
Category: Alumni , Soccer , Volleyball , Varsity Sports , SAAC , Basketball , ACAA
Saint John, New Brunswick- UNB Saint John held its 56th Annual Varsity Athletics Evening on Friday, April 8 to honour its student-athletes. Women’s soccer defender, Charlotte Knappe and men’s volleyball left side hitter, Ryan Farrell were named the Female and Male Athletes of the Year . Quispamsis native Knappe was crucial to the Seawolves’ push to ACAA playoffs. She faced-off with every striker and attacking midfielder in the league and won every battle. ...
Seawolves Varsity Basketball Tryouts
S. Guimond
Posted: September 8, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA , Varsity Sports , Basketball
Interested in playing basketball? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John and DalMed students to attend tryouts. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your basketball skills, join us at the G. Forbes AC as follows: Women’s Sept. 9: 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM Sept. 12: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Men's Sept. 8: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Sept. 9: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Sept. 10: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Contact us for further...
Seawolves Varsity Sport Tryouts
S. Guimond
Posted: August 20, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Volleyball , ACAA , Basketball , Track and Field , Varsity Sports , Soccer
As September draws near on the UNB Saint John campus, the athletics department is preparing for the Covid return to 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 proud members of the Atlantic Colleges Athletic Association (ACAA). Student-athletes are able to compete in...
Honors - Elite - MVP: Henderson signs with Seawolves Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: May 20, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA , Basketball , Varsity Sports
Bailey Henderson has officially signed with the Seawolves Women’s basketball team for the 2021-22 varsity season. Coming to us from Miramichi, New Brunswick, Bailey is a well-seasoned athlete who has no issue adding intensity and pressure when she steps on the court. She is a graduate of Miramichi Valley high school where she was awarded Rookie of the Year (Grade 9), MVP (Grade 11) and maintained honors during her time there. Not only did she shine in high school, but she also played...
Dedication brings Cripps to the next level with the Seawolves
S. Guimond
Posted: May 12, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , ACAA , Varsity Sports
Jenny Cripps has officially committed to the Seawolves Women’s basketball team for the 2021-22 Varsity season. Jenny will be coming from Miramichi, New Brunswick and will be graduating from James M Hill Memorial High School. Since the young age of eight, Jenny has been involved in her local basketball program and has developed a winning attitude for the game. Her athletic experience not only includes basketball, but she is also well versed in soccer and track. She has put a tremendous...
Seabees to Seawolves: Szemerda commits to Men’s Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: April 28, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Ethan Szemerda has officially signed with the Seawolves Basketball program. Ethan began playing basketball at the age of six and his passion grew from there. His competitive skill and drive have won him several awards over the years. His biggest accomplishment so far is playing for Team NB for two consecutive years and would have been a prospect for U17 prior to the Covid pandemic. In addition, he has played three years for his varsity basketball team at Simonds High and was top scorer in...
Competitive by Nature: Collins Signs with Seawolves
S. Guimond
Posted: April 26, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA , Basketball , Varsity Sports
Ellie Collins has officially signed with the Seawolves Women’s Basketball squad. The Saint John local comes to us from Saint Malachy’s High school where she has been an MVP multiple times and holds honors in her academics. Ellie loves the social aspect of basketball but more importantly the competition of it. She delights in the opportunity to meet other competitors outside of her hometown. She enjoys working as a team to achieve success and is passionate about basketball because...
Provincial Athlete signs with Seawolves Women’s Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: April 14, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Molly Butler has officially signed with the Seawolves Basketball squad. Molly comes to us from Kennebecasis Valley High School and brings along 3 years of experience playing with Basketball New Brunswick. She has been playing basketball from the age of 7 and she has loved the game ever since she picked up a ball. Molly grew up in a basketball environment, she was always in the gym with various teams, either playing or coaching. What she gets most out of the sport is the satisfaction from...
Bronze medalist signs with Seawolves Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: March 25, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: ACAA , Varsity Sports , Basketball
Aiden Conners has officially signed with UNB Saint John Seawolves Men’s Basketball. Since playing basketball from the age of 5, his biggest achievement was taking home a bronze medal with the U17 Team NB at the National Championships. He has played for Team NB for 3 years and would have committed a fourth year to the team had it not been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Aiden was a member of the Varsity team for all 4 years of high school and was a top scorer in grade 11. In...
Campobello MVP signs with Seawolves Women’s Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: March 11, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Molly Barker from Campobello Island has officially signed with the Seawolves Basketball program. Her small school, Campobello Island Consolidated, provided her the opportunity to play multiple sports but basketball is her number one. Molly has received awards such as MVP and All-Star for her sport and played on the BNB U16 team in 2018. She was picked for the All-Star game in 2020 and managed to maintain high honors for most of her high school career. Molly truly appreciates the opportunities...
All Star Award Recipient Signs with Seawolves Basketball
S. Guimond
Posted: February 18, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Basketball , ACAA , Varsity Sports
Ava Smith has signed with the UNB Saint John Women’s basketball team and she is coming in with some great experience on and off the court! She has been heavily involved in basketball for years and was also a member of her student council and grad class executive at St. Malachy’s Memorial High School. Throughout her academic and athletic career, she has won several awards in addition to being recognized for her quality leadership skills. In grade 10 she moved up to the varsity...
CCAA National Scholar Awards Announced
S. Guimond
Posted: October 23, 2020 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Soccer , Volleyball , Basketball , Varsity Sports
The Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association has released their 2019-20 National Scholar Award recipients. These awards recognize outstanding academic accomplishments of student athletes. At this time, we would like to congratulate our Seawolves student athletes who have been awarded. Each year our student athletes work incredibly hard on their academics while balancing their varsity sport and community involvement. We are extremely proud of their academic achievements and they never cease...
Recruit from the Rock: O'Brien signs with Seawolves
J. Mills
Posted: July 16, 2020 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , ACAA
Graduating from Corner Brook Reginal High School in Newfoundland, Daniel O’Brien has made the decision to study and play ball with the UNB Saint John Seawolves. Daniel has been an active member of the basketball community in his home city, Corner Brook. He has played 4A basketball throughout his high school career and was also selected for the U17 NL Provincial Basketball team. As a result of Daniel’s hard work, he was offered a spot-on Team All-Star and was chosen to participate...
NFLD to NB: Brown Signs with Seawolves
J. Mills
Posted: July 10, 2020 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , ACAA , Varsity Sports
All the way from St John’s, Newfoundland, Eli Brown, will be joining our very own Seawolves Men’s Basketball team. By looking at Eli’s athletic resume, it is easy to tell that he has been involved with sports ever since he was young. He grew up playing soccer, basketball, baseball, and track, but when he got to middle school, he decided basketball and track were his main sports. Eli has been honoured with many awards over the years, including, the MVP award, the Provincial...
Three-time Basketball Champ Signs with Seawolves
J. Mills
Posted: June 30, 2020 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
From Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia, Jake McNeil is excited to continue his basketball career with our very own UNB Saint John’s Men’s Basketball team. Since middle school, Jake has been on the court doing his favourite thing, playing ball. He won his first silver medal in middle school and his love for basketball grew stronger. Jake recently graduated from Millwood High School, where he was a crucial member of the basketball team. He was named back-to-back captain for his high...
ESA Athlete of the Year Joins Seawolves
J. Mills
Posted: June 11, 2020 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
A two-time NBIAA All-Star, a two-time Team MVP and the recipient of Athlete of the Month Award are just a few honors Keeghan Thier has been awarded throughout his basketball career. He is heavily involved with basketball and the sport has helped shape him into the athlete he is today. Keeghan graduated from Ecole Saint-Anne in Fredericton, New Brunswick. When he was still in grade eight he was offered a position on the high school basketball team, he eagerly accepted. While attending high...
Women’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 transition.” While Munroe’s speedy squad has been strong offensively, the wily bench boss is also stressing...
Men'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 Court Left Sept. 9: 7:30-9 PM – Main Court Sept. 10: 7:30-9 PM- Side Court Right Sept. 11:...
Women'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- Main Court Sept. 9: 7-8:30 PM- Side Court Left Sept. 10: 7-8:30 PM- Side Court Left Sept....
Height 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) teammates at Rothesay high have brought their ball club to elite status in the southern...
Seawolves 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 proud members of the Atlantic Colleges Athletic Association (ACAA). Student-athletes are able to...
Same 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 played, even at that age” says peter. After grade 9, Adam went on to play prep basketball in...
Seawolves 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 Conference Services, Cory Brown (BA’03). As a former student-athlete and UNB alumnus, Cory...
Morse 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 to put that on display this season”. He is regarded by Coach Vincent to be a mature player...
Staying 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 the year distinctions (2017 and 2019). A high honors student with multiple scholarships like the...
Lexi 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 volleyball multiple times during her career at Goose lake High school. As well, she graduated with high...
Brun 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 as knock down shots. Rebounding will be something Austin should have an impact on, he uses his body...
Tessa 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 2015, MVP for Junior Varsity, first place in the final 12 in 2017, player of the game awards and MVP...
Hoyt commits to Seawolves Men's Basketball for 2018-19 Season
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: April 26, 2018 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Tanner Hoyt has recently signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves men's basketball program. He is set to hit the floor for the 2018-2019 varsity season and is ready to bring his skill to the next level. The Saint John native has decided to stay in his home town to further his education and his basketball career. He was an NBIAA All Star for the 2017-18 year in addition to being an honor student in all four years of high school. He's been playing basketball since childhood and his love of it...
Adding Grit to the Team: Giesecke signs with Seawolves Men's Basketball
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: March 29, 2018 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , ACAA , Basketball
Oromocto native, Alex Giesecke has signed with the UNB Saint John Seawolves Basketball program for the 2018-2019 Varsity season. Giesecke has been playing the game since he was the young age of five and his love and passion for the sport has grown immensely over the years. His mom convinced him to tryout for competitive basketball in grade six through the Fredericton YMCA. He played Mini Basketball and then Bantam where he was coached by David Saad which he feels Coach Saad's guidance made a...
Seawolves Recognize Top Athletic and Academic Achievements
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: March 28, 2018 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , Soccer , Volleyball , ACAA , SAAC
Saint John, New Brunswick- UNB Saint John held its 52nd Annual Varsity Athletics Evening on Friday, March 23 to honour its student-athletes. Women’s volleyball setter, Taylor McGrattan and men’s basketball guard, Hunter Gray were named the Male and Female Athletes of the Year. Fredericton native McGrattan provided her team with veteran leadership during the 2017-18 season and was a major factor to her team’s success. Her skill and understanding of the sport, especially...
Sonics to Seawolves: Nixon signs with Men's Basketball
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: March 14, 2018 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball
Allan Nixon from Sussex Regional High School has signed with the men's basketball program at UNB Saint John. Allan has played basketball for four years with the Sussex Sonics in addition to playing volleyball and soccer. He was a member of the U17 Canada Games team in the summer of 2017 as well as a member of the bronze medal winning team at U15 nationals in 2015. Over the years, basketball has given Allan the opportunity to grow as a player and a person, to develop skills and...
Seawolves Varsity Team Tryouts
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: August 24, 2017 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Soccer , Volleyball , Basketball , Varsity Sports
August 24, 2017- The start of school is nearing on the UNB Saint John campus and 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 at UNB Saint John? The Seawolves are proud members of the Atlantic Colleges Athletic Association (ACAA)....
Watters signs with Seawolves Basketball
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: May 2, 2017 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball
The UNB Saint John Seawolves have added their third recruit to the Men's Basketball roster. Ian Watters is a point guard from Miramichi, NB and has been playing basketball for as long as he can remember. His basketball background includes playing for team New Brunswick 14U, 15U, 16U and 17U and was named AAA Northeast Regional All-Star 2016-17. Ian was a team member of the AAA basketball champions where he scored a three point shot with only seconds left in the game, followed...
Miersch Commits to Basketball Squad
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: April 25, 2017 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball
Zac Miersch's decision to take a year off to work quickly changed upon meeting Peter Vincent (Head Coach, Men's Basketball UNB Saint John). Vincent took notice of him during a Basketball game at Harbor Station in Saint John. Shortly after, Zac received word that an offer to play for the Seawolves was on the table. Zac is originally from Collingwood, ON but his family moved to Miramichi, NB in 2008. His first love was baseball and began playing at age 7, he then picked up...
Nova Scotia to New Brunswick for Basketball
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: April 12, 2017 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball
A 5 hour trip is worth it to Austin Buchanan. He recently committed to the Seawolves Men's Basketball team and Head Coach Peter Vincent is thrilled. From Lockeport, NS to Saint John, NB Buchanan is eager to extend his talent. He will be a UNB Saint John student and join the Seawolves family in the fall of 2017. Peter Vincent (Head Coach) heard about Austin through a friend in Nova Scotia. The next step for Peter was contacting the soon to be graduate and reviewing a...
Seawolves Men's Basketball add some "Country" to the mix
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: April 12, 2017 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball
Head Coach Peter Vincent has been busy lately searching for new talent for the Seawolves Men's Basketball team. Peter understands what it means to put the work in to find solid athletes for his team. He has traveled around New Brunswick and to Nova Scotia with the goal of progressing his team to its full potential. Jacob "Country" Vickers will be a member of the Seawolves family for the 2017-2018 Varsity Season. The 6'5" forward from Miramichi, New Brunswick has an impressive...
6 Years Strong for the Love of the Game
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: January 11, 2017 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Basketball
Alan Rivers-Bowerman and Andrew Naismith have been on the court together for over ten years. It all started at UNB Saint John in 2006 when Andrew joined the basketball team as a freshman sharpshooter out of Simonds High School. After hearing of him scoring 64 points in a high school game, Alan was cautiously impressed but determined to make the young recruit earn his spot on the Seawolves Basketball team. After a slow start, they quickly took to each other and...
ACAA Results: Volleyball/ Basketball UNB Saint John Seawolves
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: January 9, 2017 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Volleyball , Basketball , ACAA
This weekend in sports for The Seawolves our Women's volleyball match versus UKC Blue Devils was postponed due to inclement weather but not to worry! The match will be rescheduled. As for our Men's volleyball team, they hit the road to take on the Saint Thomas Tommies and the result was a 3-0 win against their rivals! Luke O'Grady planted a solid 13 kills for the Seawolves and Peter Banks contributed 9 kills. Nick Fraser added 11 digs and Setter Patrick Kendall came through with 34...
Seawolves Victorious against Dal AC: Men's Basketball
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: November 25, 2016 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Basketball
November 19 & 20th turned out to be a weekend winner for our Men's Basketball team here at UNB Saint John. The Seawolves went head to head with Dal AC and came out on top in both matches! Here's a quick recap of both games: Saturday- The UNB Saint John Seawolves defeated the Dalhousie Agricultural Rams 94-71 in ACAA men's basketball action. The Seawolves were ahead 46-32 at the half and never let DAL AC back into the game. Will Legere scored 21 points and added 7 rebounds to...
Basketball Tryouts Begin at UNB Saint John
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: September 6, 2016 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball
September 6, 2016- Interested in playing basketball? The Seawolves welcome new and returning full-time UNB Saint John students to attend open scrimmage and tryout sessions. If you would like the opportunity to showcase your basketball skills our Seawolves coaching staff, join us at the G. Forbes Elliott Athletics Centre as follows: Women’s Basketball Open Scrimmage: Sept. 5: 6:00-7:30 PM- Main Court Open Scrimmage: Sept. 6: 6:00-7:30 PM- Side Court Left Tryout Session: Sept. 11:...
Seawolves Sweep
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: February 8, 2016 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Varsity Sports , Basketball , Volleyball
The Seawolves went 5-0 this weekend with three different teams hitting the court. The men's basketball team defeated Dalhousie Agricultural College 114-49, with Geoff Lemmon scoring 20 points, Paul Gerges dropping 16 and Jarred Crawford, Liam Sipkema and Matthew Brown each adding 12. The men's basketball team now sits in 5th place with a record of 6-10. The women's volleyball team won both their matches against Dalhousie Agricultural College and University of Kings College in a convincing...
Cathy Simon - Clinic Director of Lifemark Physiotherapy Clinic
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: February 2, 2016 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Varsity Sports , Basketball , Soccer , Volleyball , Fitness
Lifemark Physiotherapy Clinic is the Seawolves number one choice when it comes to treatment of athletic injuries! Cathy and her team provide on site care for our athletes at all home games. Cathy graduated with a BSc (Physical Education) from St.F.X. She played Varsity volleyball for 4 years at "X" and played on the first Women's Rugby Team as well. She continued her education at the University of Toronto, where she graduated with a BSc (Physical Therapy). Cathy worked at the...
Think Pink raises over $1,100 for Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: January 19, 2016 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Soccer , Think Pink , Volleyball , SAAC , Basketball , Varsity Sports
The Seawolves wrapped up their 3rd Annual Think Pink events this past Sunday evening. With the help of the student-athletes, the Seawolves were successful in raising over $1,100 to go directly to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. The money was raised via a bake sale, tickets sold on a raffle basket, and a BBQ at the Think Pink soccer games. Jill Corey, a first year player on the women's basketball team, also donated 10-inches of her hair at half-time of Sunday's men's basketball...
THINK PINK WEEKEND IS ALMOST HERE
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: January 12, 2016 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Varsity Sports , SAAC , Alumni , Basketball , Think Pink , Soccer , Volleyball
This weekend will mark the 3rd Annual UNB Saint John Think Pink weekend put on by the Student Athletic Advisory Council. All proceeds raised during the weekend's events will go directly to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. This year there will be tickets sold on a raffle basket full of awesome pink items and a bake sale. Also, as a new addition to Think Pink weekend, with every game you attend this Saturday and Sunday you will receive a ballot for a draw to win a FREE IPAD MINI! On...
Men's Basketball and Women's Volleyball Split on the Weekend
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: January 11, 2016 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports , Volleyball , Alumni
The men's basketball team had a pair of matches this past weekend against Mount Allison and St. Thomas University. On Saturday, the team came out ready to go scoring six 3-pointers on their way to a 78-74 win. The action was back and forth all game, but UNB Saint John proved to be too much of a presence for the Mounties to overcome. Liam Sipkema netted 20 points for the Seawolves, while Paul Gerges and Steve Ryan converted for 14 and 11 respectively. Gerges and Ryan took care of play from...
Men's Basketball... a Well-Oiled Machine
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: December 17, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Varsity Sports , Basketball
The Men's Basketball team has come leaps and bounds from where they were last season. Over the past few years, head coach Peter Vincent has been hard at work not only with his own team, but recruiting players from across the country. The Seawolves Men's Basketball team, which a few years ago was in pretty rough shape, is now forming into one of the most cohesive, well-oiled machines in the ACAA. The experience gained from last year's rookie class along with a batch of fresh talent this...
Six Varsity Athletes Receive the Carl Fraser Student Award Valued at $1,000
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: December 4, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Volleyball , Alumni , Varsity Sports , SAAC , Basketball
Left to Right: Blair Doull (3rd year, Men's Volleyball), Indigo Clement (3rd year, women's volleyball), Madison Howatt (1st year, Women's Basketball), Drew Robart (2nd year, Men's Basketball), Jennifer Cusack (3rd year, Women's Basketball), and Marcel Boudreau (2nd year, Men's Basketball) The UNB Saint John Seawolves have been leaving quite the impression on the UNB Saint John community lately. Ten lucky recipients were selected from the UNB Saint John campus to receive the Carl Fraser...
Seawolves Clothing Now Available at UNB Saint John Bookstore
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: November 24, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Soccer , Varsity Sports , Club Sports , Basketball , Volleyball , Alumni , Fitness , Think Pink
Seawolves clothing is now being sold at the UNB Saint John Bookstore! Stop in today to pick something up for yourself, or to grab a great holiday present for a family member or friend. The featured items are the Team Tee- $17.00 , the Shock Energy “Think Pink” Polo - $55.00, and the Shock Energy Anorak- $81.40. However, there is MUCH, MUCH more available! Go to the UNB Saint John Bookstore today to check out all of the wonderful Seawolves gear the is offered, you won't be...
UNB Saint John athletics department adds five new sponsors
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: November 19, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Fitness , Basketball , Soccer , Alumni , Club Sports , Volleyball , Varsity Sports , SAAC
Featured in photo: Owners/Operators of Optimum Ride Charter Service Kimberley (BED’92) and Jonathan Keith (BBA’92), with UNB Saint John and UKC team captains. The UNB Saint John Seawolves are pleased to announce the addition of five new sponsors to the athletics program. Over the years, UNB Saint John Athletics, Recreation and Wellness has built lasting relationships with local organizations and community members, fostering a supportive spirit and strengthening the overall...
UNB Saint John Seawolves teams up with Papa John's as Athlete of the Week Partner
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: November 5, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Soccer , Basketball , Varsity Sports , Volleyball
The Seawolves are happy to announce their Athlete of the Week partnership with Papa John's. Papa John's has locations in East Saint John, West Saint John, and a brand new location in the Kennebecasis Valley. We would like to thank Papa John's for their generous contribution to our Athlete of the Week awards and we wish them all the best with their new opening today at their KV location! UNB Saint John students receive a 30% discount at Papa John's when they order online using the Promo Code...
Seawolves Online Clothing Store Extended to November 15th!!!
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: November 2, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Alumni , Varsity Sports , Soccer , Basketball , Volleyball , Club Sports
Get your orders in quick!!! If you are looking for a birthday or Christmas present, look no further! The UNB Saint John Seawolves have opened an online clothing store where you can purchase authentic Seawolves gear at a great price! Whether you are a student, faculty or staff member, parent, or friend there is something there for you! Check out the website to purchase your order before it is too late, store closes October 31st!!! http://seawolves.itemorder.com
Women's Basketball Team Partners with Grant Thornton
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: November 2, 2015 4:00:00 AM AST
Category: Alumni , Varsity Sports , Basketball
From left to right: Larry Crandall of Grant Thornton, Rachel Jefferson (Seawolves Basketball Alumni and current Grant Thornton Employee), Jenn Cusack (Seawolves co-captain), and Allyson McLaughlin (Seawolves Co-Captain) The Women’s Basketball team is pleased to accept donation from Grant Thornton who joined our team in October. Their generous contribution has allowed us to start building a more competitive program in the Atlantic Collegiate Athletics Association. In order to compete in...
Adopt-a-Seawolf Helps UNB Saint John Student-Athletes Out in a BIG Way!
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: October 8, 2015 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Volleyball , Alumni , Varsity Sports , Soccer
As of October 8th, 2015 the UNB Saint John Seawolves have raised $17,000 between the six varsity teams. Although not all Adopt-a-Seawolf funds have been collected, this is already a huge contribution to the program. This year we have added 19 new donors to the program! The Adopt-a-Seawolf program has been designed to enhance the Varsity athletic program in the area of equipment, team apparel, non-conference travel, student-athlete meal subsidies and recruiting. Funds donated to this...
Men's Basketball Rookie Class of 2015-2016
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: October 5, 2015 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Basketball , Varsity Sports
Matt Brown I began playing basketball in 2003, beginning with the River Valley Basketball Association and then playing with ESJMBA since 2009. I played rep senior mini for RVBA (MVP) and then for the ESJMBA Bantam A and Midget rep team. I was co-captain of the team in 2011, won the silver medal in the 2010 spring league, and won the Provincial Championship in 2010/2011 Bantam Rep and 2011/2012 Midget Rep. During the summer, I have played on the Basketball New Brunswick teams from...
UNB Saint John Seawolves Volunteer at 2015 Run for the Cure
Stephanie Guimond
Posted: October 5, 2015 5:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Varsity Sports , Basketball , SAAC , Think Pink , Volleyball , Soccer
On October 4th, 2015 all six UNB Saint John Varsity teams set out to the streets of Saint John to volunteer for the CIBC Run for the Cure. The teams directed walkers and runners throughout the entire route, and were at the 3km mark to hand out water to the participants. On top of being university students, varsity athletes who train at least once a day, and living a normal social life; the UNB Saint John Seawolves find time in their busy schedules to help out in our community! The initiative...