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2017-18 MEDIA GUIDE

MEN'S VOLLEYBALL

ABOUT THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY WOLFPACK

INSTITUTIONLocation Kamloops, BC, CanadaWebsite www.tru.caFounded 1970Enrollment 13,433 (on campus) 25,754 (total)President Dr. Alan ShaverSchool Colours Royal Blue & SageDirector of Athletics Kenneth Olynyk kolynyk@tru.ca • 250.828.5273Athletics Website www.gowolfpack.tru.caProof Reader: Lenora GodboutInstagram: GoTRUWolfPackTwitter: @GoTRUWolfPackWebcasters: John Luke Kieper, Morgan Kolasa, Dylana MilobarPhotographers: Andrew Snucins, Allan Douglas, Larry Read, FIVA, Team Canada Volleyball, InstagramSocial Media Technician: Carlo Borella

MEN’S VOLLEYBALL PROGRAMNickname WolfPackMascot WolfieWolfPack Colours Black, OrangeAffiliation USportConference Canada West Home Court: Warner Rentals Champ court at the Tournament Capital CenterCapacity: 2200

TEAM CONTACTS Head Coach Pat Hennelly Years as Head Coach 11 Phone 250 377-6118 Email phennelly@tru.ca

Assistant Coach: Spencer Reed Years as Assistant Coach: 4

Assistant Coach: Ken Levin Years as Assistant Coach: 2

Assistant Coach: Robin Schoebel Years as Assistant Coach: 1

Assistant Coach: Cameron Secret Years as Assistant Coach: 1

Sports Information Officer Larry Read Phone 250.377.6117 • Fax 250.371.5672 Email lread@tru.ca • Cell 250.819.5255

Athletic Therapist & Trainer Kevin Brechin 250.314-5000 kbrechin@tru.ca

Athletics & Recreation Assistant Facility Coordinator Jon Shephard 250.371.5670 jshephard@tru.ca

Athletics & Recreation Secretary Camilla Dahl 250.828.5009 cdahl@tru.ca

2017 THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY WOLFPACK MEN'S VOLLEYBALL

This should be the “coming of age” year for the Thompson Rivers University WolfPack men’s volleyball program. After transitioning following the graduation of Brad Gunter and having head coach Pat Hennelly on a one year sabbatical, the core of the WolfPack have moved into the ‘mature’ status as most players go into their third or fourth years.

Hennelly is back and has bolstered his line up with two veterans. German native Tim Dobbert joins the program after spending the last two seasons with NCAA Division I powerhouse Brigham Young University. Former University of Regina Cougar setter Alex Cassels (East St. Paul, MB) has decided to finish his university eligibility out at TRU after attending the College of the Rockies in Cranbrook, BC (PACWEST) the last two years. He will be reunited with former club and Team Manitoba teammate Randy Grundmann (Winnipeg, MB).

Cassels, Grundmann and middle Jordan Foot (Prince George, BC) are the ‘Pack’s fifth year players this year.

USPORTS Academic All Canadians Cole Keddie (4th year, Edmonton, AB) , Kyle Behiels (3rd year,Edmonton, AB) and

Tim Edge (4th year, Langley, BC) have returned. Keddie has been an Academic All Canadian every year he has been at TRU.

Joining them are middle Sam Taylor Parks (3rd year, Kelowna, BC) and outside Charlie Bringloe (3rd year, Waterloo, ON) who are the other core members of the WolfPack.

One player who came into his own in the second half of the season was Australian import Anton Napolitano (2nd year, Victoria, AUS). Joshua Mullaney (3rd year, Calgary, AB), Cole Hanson (2nd year, Kelowna, BC) Isaac Smit (4th year, Kelowna, BC) and Keel Haldane (2nd year, Terrace,BC) provide insurance off the bench.

The WolfPack’s key high school recruit was libero Landon Currie of Vernon, BC.

Men’s volleyball kicked off their regular season on the Warner Rentals Court at the Tournament Capital Centre on Friday, October 20th. A highlight of the season will be an exhibition tour in Hawaii in February, 2018.

PAT HENNELLY HEAD COACH Under Hennelly’s direction, the men’s volleyball team has been to the CIS Nationals three times, winning a Bronze medal in 2008 and three Canada West bronzes in 2008, 2009, and 2014. The team has also been in the CIS Top Ten coaches’ poll for eight of the last nine seasons, reaching as high as fourth place in 2013-14.

Known as a shrewd judge of talent, Hennelly has recruited some of the top players from not only Canada, but Denmark, the United States, Egypt, Monaco, Turkey, and France. He has an extensive coaching background, having coached in Northern Arizona (NCAA Division 1) and as an assistant coach with both the men’s and women’s programs at UBC.

Hennelly is very involved in the Volleyball BC program. He holds two Bachelor Degrees from UBC, one in human kinetics and the other in education. He also holds a NCCP Level III coaching certificate.

He is married to Heidi and they have a daughter Tosca and twins Mika and Kaija.

To help relax from the rigors of coaching CIS volleyball, Pat is an avid gardener and makes a mean chili dish.

TRU WOLFPACK COACHING STAFF

SPENCER REED ASSISTANT COACHSpencer is into his fifth year as an assistant coach with the WolfPack.  He has the distinction of having the longest tenure of any student athlete in Thompson Rivers University WolfPack history..  He red shirted for one year before playing five seasons with the ‘Pack, ending in 2014.   Spencer is a fully certified NCCP Level II coach, working towards his Level III certification and has coached with the Team BC program for the previous six summers. Spencer, along with WolfPack women’s assistant coach Nathan Bennett and TRU volleyball alum Ashley Shannik helped coach the Team BC Girls at the 2017 Canada Summer Games in Winnipeg, MB. Spencer is teaching at Dallas Elementary School after achieving a Bachelor of Education degree from TRU. 

CAMERON SECRET ASSISTANT COACHCameronis into his first year as an assistant. He is a teacher by trade. He has coached varsity boys and youth programs in Kenya, China and in Belgium.  As a player, Cameron played pro for three years for VBC Guibertin in Belgium. He also was a member of the UBC Thunderbirds from 1998-2001 and the Douglas College Royals from 1994-97.  Cameron enjoys reading, traveling, writing, photography, tennis and camping.  Cameron’s coaching philosophy is pretty simple - hard work leads to improvement. All players have the ability to improve all facets of their game, but they need to be willing to put in the time and effort. Having said that, coaches need to know their players as individuals, figure out what makes them tick, and then use that understanding to maximize a player’s ability. “I can be a tough coach when required, and can be more of a mentor (if that is what’s needed). This year’s WolfPack squad is big and physical, and I am looking forward to competing in a very tough league. “

KEN LAVEN ASSISTANT COACHKen is into his second year as an assistant coach. He played CIAU volleyball for the UBC Thunderbirds in the early 1980’s and was a member of the 1986 National Senior Men’s Club championship team. He has completed the NCCP Level I and II coaching certification programs. He coached high school “AAA” senior boys and “AAA” senior girls’ volleyball in Surrey for five years a piece. He also coached two years of U16 and U17 girls’ club volleyball and led his senior boys’ high school team to the 2009 Provincial “AAA” championship. He is a lumber exporter/broker by trade. Ken and his wife Lisa have three children. Ken sees the team with tremendous potential this season and feels they will surprise a lot of people. Ken played university volleyball at UBC.

ROBIN SCHOEBEL ASSISTANT COACHRobin is one of the greatest players to have ever worn a WolfPack volleyball uniform (2006-2010). This is his first year as an assistant coach. As a player, he was a member of the CIS and Canada West all-rookie team. Robin was a member of the National Training center and played for Cannes in France. He is engaged to former WolfPack soccer player Carrie Sutcliffe. He enjoys walking their dogs and weight lifting. He looks at this season as a big one with a lot of key returning players who all have the potential and to take the team far in the Canada West. Robin works at New Gold, a multinational mining company.

TRU WolfPack MEN'S VOLLEYball Roster

BACK ROW (L-R) Rob Petri (strength coach), Cameron Secret (assistant coach) Anton Napolitano, Charlie Bringloe, Joshua Mullaney, Sam Taylor Parks, Tim Dobbert, Kyle Behiels, Alex Cassels, Tim Edge, Pat Hennelly (head coach), Spencer Reed (assistant coach)

FRONT ROW (L-R) Cole Hanson, Landon Currie, Cole Keddie, Keel Haldane, Jordan Foot, Randy Grundmann, Jakob Hamilton, Kyle Taylor, Issac Smit, Mark Olthuis (manager)

Missing: Robin Schoebel and Ken Lavin (assistant coaches)

Head Coach Pat HennellyAsst. Coach Cameron SecretAsst. Coach Spencer ReedAsst. Coach Kevin Lavin

Strength Coach Rob PetriAthletic Therapist Kevin BrechinAthletic Director Kenneth M. OlynykMedia Coordinator Larry Read

Athletics Assistant Jon ShephardManager Mark Olthuis

# NAME POS HT YEAR COURSE HOMETOWN LAST TEAM (HIGH SCHOOL)

1 Jakob Hamilton S 6-2 2 Arts Calgary, AB Canuck Volleyball (William Aberhart)

2 Isaac Smit L 5-11 4 Business Kelowna, BC Team BC (O.K. Mission)

3 Kyle Behiels M 6-8 3 CSOM Edmonton, AB Team AB (Jasper Place)

4 Alex Cassels S 6-7 5 Tourism East St. Paul, MB COTR (Lord Selkirk RC)

5 Anton Napolitano OH 6-4 2 Arts Victoria, Australia Melbourne University (Kew)

6 Charlie Bringloe OH 6-6 3 Arts Waterloo, ON Team Ontario (John A. MacDonald)

7 Cole Hanson M 6-6 2 Science Kelowna, BC Team BC (Mount Boucherie)

8 Jordan Foot M 6-6 5 Business Prince George, BC Team BC (DP Todd)

9 Cole Keddie OH 6-2 4 Science Edmonton, AB Fog Black (Harry Ainley)

10 Randy Grundmann OH 6-4 5 Business Winnipeg, MB Team Manitoba (River East)

11 Keel Haldane OH 6-4 2 NRS Terrace, BC Team BC (Caledonia)

12 Kyle Taylor LB 5-11 1 Pyschology Calgary, AB Elite West (Centenial)

13 Joshua Mullaney OH 6-7 3 Business Calgary, AB Team AB (Centennial)

14 Landon Currie L 5-9 1 Business Vernon, BC Team BC (Clarence Fulton)

15 Tim Dobbert OH 6-10 4 Masters Business Aichelberg, Germany BYU (Claude Dornier Schule)

16 Sam Taylor Parks M 6-7 3 History Kelowna, BC Team BC (Kelowna)

17 Tim Edge RS 6-5 4 Science Langley, BC (Pacific Academy)

GRADUATING PLAYERS: (L-R) Jordan Foot, Randy Grundmann, Alex Cassels

U SPORT ACADEMIC ALL CANADIANS (16-17): (L-R) Cole Keddie, Kyle Behiels, Tim Edge

INTERNATIONALS: (L-R) Tim Dobbert, Anton Napolitano

KELOWNA PLAYERS: (L-R) Cole Hanson, Sam Taylor Parks, Issac Smit

FORMER WOLFPACK ALUM ARE STAYING INVOLVED IN VOLLEYBALLFrom left to right: Gord Perrin (Creston BC) and Kevin Tillie (Cagnes Sur Mer, France) played against each other at the last Olympics but have reunited in a new pro league in China. Perrin is also captain of Canada’s senior men’s national team. In the center is the uniform worn by Casey Knight (Salt Spring Island), who is playing professionally in Greece. On the far right is Brad Gunter (Courtenay, BC) who moved from Estonia to the pro league in Poland. Gunter is the all time USPORTS kills and points leader.

TRU WolfPack MEN'S VOLLEYBALL Roster

20171 JAKOB HAMILTON Calgary, AB (William Aberhart High)6’2” Setter2nd year (Arts)19 years old Parent’s names: Melanie & Christopher

Jakob stepped right into the WolfPack lineup his rookie seasons appearing in 24 matches and 80 sets. He had 502 assists, 112 digs, 12 kills, 12 block assists, seven service aces and one solo block. Jakob spent the summer traveling throughout Europe. He played for Team Alberta U17 in 2015. Jakob played competitive basketball for the Cochrane Kodiaks from age 8-12. His greatest sports moment was winning against Mount Royal last year and getting the ‘Leader of the Pack” player of the match. His fondest sports moment came when he was playing club volleyball (U16) and after losing in the national final, his parents came to hug him. What his teammates don’t know about Jakob is that he had a huge head as a baby and was 12 pounds when he was born. Jeremy Wilcox (starting setter on Canada’s national team for a decade before retiring in 2012) is his biggest influence because in his words, “He achieved great things in the sport that he loved and always worked hard for it. Also, he has always been a great role model in my life due to his tremendous amount of adversity. He continued to persevere until he reached his goals. He helped me with my setting the last three years.” Jakob played club volleyball with Parker Siroiska (Calgary), Kyle Hall (Calgary) and Maddux Greves (Trinity) and was on the provincial team with Kyle Hinchey (UBCO). Jakob’s favorite movie is “Across the Universe” with George Clooney being his favorite actor. He likes being a WolfPack athlete because they participate a lot in the community, get lots of support from the public and it’s a great atmosphere for student athletes. In his spare time, Jakob likes to hike.

Coach Hennelly says:” I am looking forward to coaching Jakob this year, his second in the program. Jakob has a great touch on the ball and an excellent release for a setter. We are looking for Jakob to continue where he left off last year, running the offense for the WolfPack.”

2 ISAAC SMITKelowna, BC (Okanagan Mission Secondary)5’11” Libero4th year (Business)21 years old Parent’s names: Cindy & JohnIsaac dressed for 17 matches last year and appeared in 46 sets. A service specialist, he had two service aces and 29 digs. In 2015-16, he dressed for 18 league matches appearing in 46 sets. He had 41 digs and 14 assists. He played club volleyball and Team BC with fellow WolfPack teammate Cole Hanson. Isaac enjoys snowboarding and ultimate frisbee. His brother Dane competed nationally in the sport of tae kwon do. Isaac’s hobbies include painting, paintball and travelling. In fact, he paints and travels almost every year. His favorite numbers are two and eight. The three items he would bring to a desert island would be: a fishing rod, a water filter and a rope. Isaac’s fondest and greatest sports moments were playing at the national U18 beach volleyball nationals. His father John has competed in a world triathlon championship. Isaac’s favorite community event—like many of his teammates is Raise a Reader” . He enjoys meeting members of the community as well as the friendly competition with the WolfPack men’s soccer and men’s basketball teams.

Coach Hennelly says: “Isaac is off to a great start in his fourth year, he has really solidified his passing technique and on court presence. We are looking for Isaac to step onto the court and lead the backcourt for the WolfPack.”

3 KYLE BEHIELS (BEE-HILLS)

Edmonton, AB (Jasper Place Secondary)6’9” Middle3rd year (Computer Science)20 years old Parent’s names: Marti & Jim

Kyle was a USport Academic All Canadian in 2016-17. He suffered an injury plagued season and appeared in only 24 sets through 8 matches. He had 29 kills, four solo blocks and 13 block assists with three service aces. The year previous (2015-16), Kyle was a Canada West rookie team selection. If Kyle could play for another varsity team it would be baseball. Kyle played it his entire life and was a member of the “AAA” Edmonton Cardinals. Kyle’s nickname is “Big Bird”. His greatest sports moment came in 2015 when his high school team won the provincial championship. His fondest sports moment was his second Canada West start because he had a solid showing. Kyle enjoys computers, fishing, gaming and snowboarding. Three is his favorite number and he likes the colour green. “The Guess Who” are is favorite group and he likes classic rock. Kyle’s dream job would be a software engineer. “Forrest Gump” is his favorite movie with the entire cast of the “Game of Thrones” being his favorite actors and actresses. If you see Kyle at Karaoke: he is likely singing “American Pie” by Don McLean. His favorite community event is “Raise a Reader” because of the competition that they have between themselves and the other teams. His favorite visiting gym is the University of Alberta in his home town. His fondest WolfPack moment was beating UBC in his first year.

Coach Hennelly says:”Kyle is another athlete who has excelled in the classroom. Kyle is a two time Academic All Canadian. Kyle has an excellent serve and is a very strong attacker. We are looking for Kyle to compete for floor time in his third year.”

4 ALEX CASSELS (CAS-SELLS)

East St Paul, MB (Lord Selkirk Regional Comprehensive Secondary)6’9” Setter5th year (Tourism)22 years old Parent’s names: Dorotea & Ron

Alex committed to the WolfPack in May, 2017. He spent the last two seasons playing in the PACWEST with the College of the Rockies Avalanche(Cranbrook, BC). He appeared in 21 matches and 82 sets notching 14 service aces, 121 digs, 36 solo blocks and 56 kills. Alex won the “Avalanche Award” which is the player which represents the team best in education, volleyball and community participation. Alex has previous Canada West experience as he played two years at the University of Regina (2013-15). In 2012, he played for Team Manitoba, was awarded a graduating all-star, and one of the Winnipeg Sun newspapers “Top 10 high school players” as his team made it to the provincial finals. His fondest sports moment was leading COTR to a third place finish at the provincials as well as being an assistant captain and starting in 88 of the teams 90 sets. As for his greatest sports moment he says “My greatest sports moment occurred in 2012 , my grade 12 high school volleyball team played in the provincial final at U of W in front of close to 4000 people. There were microphones in every timeout and the whole game was broadcast on television. We played both semis and finals and in the semis we came down from a deficit of 11-6 in the 5th set to win the match 15-12.” Alex played provincial and club volleyball with current WolfPack teammate Randy Grundmann. Alex’s two biggest influences are his father and professional volleyball player Luciano De Decco. Alex golfs and snowboards in the off season and spends summer weekends at his family’s cabin. Alex’s dream job would to be as an Athletic Director at a University.

Coach Hennelly says:” Alex joins the WolfPack for his 5th year of eligibility, bringing experience and size to the setting position. Alex has a great game sense and understanding of volleyball and is looking to compete with Jakob for court time. “

5 ANTON NAPOLITANO (NA-POL-IT-ANO)

Victoria, Australia (Kew High School)6’4” Outside Hitter2nd year (Arts)20 years old Parent’s names: Susanne & Michele

Anton had a solid second half of his rookie season and wound up playing in 39 sets over the 16 matches he dressed for. He had 94 kills, 22 assists, 11 service aces, 56 digs, 2 solo blocks and 18 block assists. He was second in points per set (3). Coach Hennelly is expecting big things out of the ‘Big Aussie” this season. Anton was a member of his provincial team in 2011 and 2013, he helped win the gold at nationals in 2013 while being selected to the all-star team. In 2014, he was MVP of his high school and helped his team win the National Schools Cup. Anton’s fondest sports moment came when he was five and was playing ‘pepper” with his dad at their holiday house. Anton grew up playing basketball and loves it between 2010-13 he played five times a week with a team called the Camberwall Dragons.” Something his teammates don’t know about him is that Anton loves to cook and plays both the piano and the sax. He played volleyball growing up with UBC’s Harry Byrne. Anton’s father is his biggest role model for being well rounded in his abilities in life and tireless work ethic. Paul Simon is Anton’s favorite singer and “You can call me Al” would be his song at karaoke (not sure if he would get Chevy Chase to sing along). If he could have lunch with a celebrity it would be mixed martial artist Conor McGregor because Anton admires his confidence and ability to excel in his sport. FUN FACT: Anton is the team’s hairstylist and cuts their hair regularly at his house.

Coach Hennelly says:” Anton had a great rookie season, getting some court time and more importantly getting used to a new school, team and country. Anton is a very well rounded player, who can play numerous positions. We are looking for Anton to compete as an outside hitter with attacking and blocking being two strengths.”

6 CHARLIE BRINGLOEWaterloo, ON (Sir John A MacDonald Secondary)6’6” Outside Hitter3rd year (Arts)19 years old Parent’s names: Adrienne & Phil

Charlie played 50 sets in the 19 matches he was dressed for last season, notching 89 kills, 6 service aces, 42 digs, a solo block and 9 block assists. He was a member of Canada’s junior national team in 2016 and played for Team Ontario for two seasons (2014-15). Being chosen to play on the junior national team was Charlie’s greatest and fondest sports moments. Charlie played baseball from age 9-12 and would like to be on the baseball team if he couldn’t play TRU volleyball. Charlie’s biggest influences are Chef Francis Malmann and skier/rafter John Schocklee. Charlie enjoys golfing, wakeboarding and hiking. Black is his favorite colour, He enjoys alternative music ,with Mac Demarco being his favorite performer. Charlie’s dream job would be as a pizza chef. If you see Charlie at karaoke, he might be signing Brad Paisley’s “I’m Gonna Miss Her.” ‘Step Brothers’ is Charlie’s favorite flick, with Will Ferrell being his favorite actor. Charlie believes Brandon is his favorite visiting gym and his favorite community event is “Raise a Reader”. His words of advice to younger athletes is “Follow your heart”.

Coach Hennelly says:” Charlie is coming off a summer spent in Kamloops. Charlie, Josh and Sam all worked out together this summer at 6 am before work and it has already paid off. We have asked Charlie to learn to pass and compete as a left side and he has really excelled at both. Charlie will be hard to keep off the floor with his combination of skill and offence adding to a very competitive group of outside hitters.”

7 COLE HANSONKelowna, BC (Mount Boucherie Secondary)6’6” Middle2nd year (Science)20 years old Parent’s names: Pam & Norm

After red shirting his first season, Cole got into two matches in 2016-17, playing two sets. He was a member of Team BC (2012-13), won a medal at the 2013 BC high school championships and his U18 club team won the provincial title (2014). If he could play for another WolfPack varsity team, it would be basketball as he played for three years (2011-14) at his high school. Winning the U-18 title was his greatest sports moment, alongside TRU teammate Isaac Smit. Cole’s father played for the UBC Thunderbirds in the 1980’s and his biggest influence. Cole’s favorite number is seven and his favorite colour is orange. ”Batman” is his favorite movie, with Margot Robbie being his favorite actress. His dream job would be to become an astronaut. The late Michael Jackson is his favorite singer, with pop being his preferred musical genre. Cole’s favorite community event is “Raise A Reader” and he says his greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack was making Canada West playoffs two seasons ago.

Coach Hennelly says:”Cole Hanson continues to develop his game at the USPORTS level. Cole has proven effective as an undersized middle at blocking and attacking and developing a dangerous serve. Cole is an excellent teammate and student athlete”.

9 COLE KEDDIEEdmonton, AB (Harry Ainley Secondary)6’2” Outside Hitter4th year (Science)21 years old Parent’s names: Laurie & Shane

Cole is a three time USPORTS Academic All-Canadian. He is switching positions this year after playing libero in 2016-17. He appeared in 22 matches and 82 sets, with 183 digs and 38 assists. Cole played tennis and golf growing up. His U17 club team were national champions. Cole’s pre game routine includes pizza. He played club volleyball with Trinity’s Riley Vandermulen and MacEwan’s Shane Kerrisan. Cole enjoys country music. His favorite colour is blue and favorite number is five..Cole’s favorite movie is “Semi Pro” and Will Ferrell is his favorite actor. Cole would like to have dinner with “Game of Thrones” actor Kit Harrington. He says the best thing about being a member of the WolfPack is the amazing fans. His favorite visiting gym is the University of Alberta because he gets to see his family. His greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack was beating UBC both nights to keep their playoff hopes alive in his second year. He goes onto say that sadly, they lost to Trinity the next weekend to just fall short of making it to the post season.

Coach Hennelly says:” Cole has been a great leader on and off the court. Cole is making the transition from libero to outside hitter (a position he excelled at in high school and club). Cole is another excellent team mate and is setting the academic bar, with three straight years being an academic all Canadian.”

8 JORDAN FOOTPrince George, BC (DP Todd Secondary)6’6” Middle5th year (Business)22 years old Parent’s names: Sylvia & Reg

Jordan dressed for 15 matches last year, appearing in 36 sets. He had 37 kills, five service aces, seven solo blocks and 25 block assists. He struggled with injuries in 2015-16 and appeared in only 13 matches and 31 sets. He had 33 kills, six serving aces,seven digs, four solo blocks and 19 block assists. He was a National Team Cup Challenge All-Star in both 2013 and 2014 as well as being the starting middle for Team BC for four years (2010-14). Jordan won a bronze medal in waterskiing at the BC Summer Games in 2007. His father is his greatest influence for being constantly being available for advice. His mom played volleyball for Olds College (ACAC) in 1983. The “Chainsmokers” are Jordan’s favorite musical group. He likes rock and his favorite movie is “Wayne’s World”. Jason Statham is his favorite actor, while Margot Robbie is his favorite actress. If you see Jordan at karaoke he is likely doing “Bohemian Rhapsody”. His favorite colour is red and his pre match routine is to tuck his shoelaces into the tongue of his shoes. If he could be a member of another WolfPack varsity team it would be Cheerleading because as he puts it “my dance moves would be appreciated.” Jordan’s fondest personal sports moment was his first Canada West block. Jordan’s family has been running a water sport school near Prince George for 10 years. His sister Elise played one season for the WolfPack women’s volleyball team.

Coach Hennelly says: “Jordan enters his 5th year with the WolfPack a leader on the court and in the weight room. Jordan continues to set fitness records and leads by example in morning work outs. We are looking for Jordan to use his explosive vertical and lead our middle group offensively.”

10 RANDY GRUNDMANNWinnipeg, MB (River East)6’4” Outside hitter5th year (Business)22 years old Parent’s names: Cathy & Olaf

Randy spent this summer honing his volleyball skills in South Korea at SKK. This year, he will be reunited with former Team Manitoba teammate Alex Casells as both finish out their athletic eligibility. Randy will be looked to as one of the main offensive keys for the ‘Pack this year. In 2016-17, Randy had 242 kills, 12 service aces, five solo blocks and 29 block assists in 79 matches. Randy led the team in scoring with 3.5 points per set. He dressed for 24 matches last year, up from 19 the previous in 2015-16.. His idol is former WolfPack star Gord Perrin—who plays professionally and was a member of Canada’s Olympic team. Randy likes computer hardware building, hiking and reading. He wears his favorite number which is 10. Christian Bale is his favorite actor, with “The Dark Knight” being his favorite movie. Randy enjoys pop and classic rock music. His favorite colour is green. If he could be a member of another WolfPack varsity team it would be soccer because it is the only other sport he has played. What most people don’t know about him is that he can cook and build computers. His favorite visiting gym is the University of Manitoba because he gets to play in front of his friends and family. Randy’s favorite community event is “Raise a Reader” because he gets the ‘best’ feeling from being involved. His fondest sports moment was making the Canada West final four and winning the ‘club’ volleyball nationals growing up.

Coach Hennelly says:” Randy spent the month of August training in Korea with SKK University. It has already paid off for Randy in terms of fitness, passing and serving. Randy has a well-rounded game and has improved every year in all aspects of volleyball. We are looking for Randy to lead a strong group of outside hitter and finish his 5th year on a high note.”

11 KEEL HALDANETerrace, BC (Caledonia Senior High)6’4” Outside Hitter2nd year (National Resource Science)21 years old Parent’s names: Pam & Jason

Keel appeared in two matches and played three sets. He was a member of Team BC in 2012-13. If he could play for another WolfPack varsity team it would be basketball because he enjoys shooting and dunking the ball and played in high school. His hobbies include hiking, listening to music and podcasts. “The Prestige” is his favorite movie with Jim Carrey being his favorite actor. His dream job would be as a helicopter pilot. Keel enjoys the music of Odeza. What Keel likes most about being a WolfPack athlete is representing the university while getting an education. He also loves being with his teammates. Keel’s favorite community event is “Raise a Reader” because he likes waking up early and helping his team ask for money for literacy programs. His words of advice for incoming athletes is, “ Have fun your next four or five years here and enjoy working hard.”

Coach Hennelly says:” Keel has come back for his 3rd year in excellent shape. Keel brings defensive intensity and a solid serve to the program. We are looking for Keel to continue to develop his passing and attacking skills“.

13 JOSHUA MULLANEYCalgary, AB (Centennial High School)6’7” Outside Hitter3rd year (Business)20 years old Parent’s names: Jessica Ireland & Dave Mullaney

Josh appeared in three matches and nine sets last year, with six kills. His rookie campaign he appeared in 13 matches and 21 sets with five kills, seven digs and three block assists. For the second year in a row, he joined the Pursuit volley club team and medaled at a club tournament in Florida. Teammate Charlie Bringloe was on that club as well. When asked what his favorite movie is, Josh states: “This is a tricky one because I’d have to go with the Lord of the Rings trilogy, but obviously that isn’t a singular movie. And I couldn’t say only one of them is my favorite, maybe if I could choose the entire trilogy, obviously referring to the extended edition. I mean if you don’t watch the extended edition you’re just wasting 10 hours of your life instead of really enjoying a 15-hour saga of glory and honoring the vision that Peter Jackson worked to create. I also can’t state more clearly that the The Hobbit was NOT Peter Jacksons vision, I would hardly consider The Hobbit an extension to the GREATEST trilogy ever to be conceived. So in short I would either say Good Will Hunting, or the Notebook (I mean Ryan Gosling am I right?)”. Josh’s hobbies include cooking, hiking, napping, youga, meditation, reading, napping and singing (yes he likes to nap). If you see him at karaoke he will be singing a duet with either teammate Kyle Taylor or Charlie Bringloe and they would be doing “A Whole New World” or “Wannabe” by the Spice girls.

Coach Hennelly says:” Josh has been a pleasant surprise last spring and so far this year. Josh is starting to put it all together and become a well-rounded outside hitter. Josh is another athlete who has changed positions (opposite in high school) and the hard work over the past two years is starting to show. Josh worked out very hard this summer and it showed immediately improving in all aspects of the fitness testing. Josh adds depth to this great group of outside hitters and we expect he is another player who will be hard to keep off the floor.”

12 KYLE TAYLORCalgary, Alberta (Centennial High)5’11” Libero1st year (Science)19 years old Parents’ names: Susan & Jason

Kyle red shirted last season. He was his high schools MVP (2010-12) and won the Al Taylor Student Athlete award in 2012. Kyle played hockey until grade 11. If he wasn’t a member of the volleyball program he would vye for a spot on the WolfPack basketball squad. Kyle’s greatest sports moment came in 2015 when his club team won a bronze at club nationals. He played school and club volleyball with WolfPack teammate Josh Mullaney and Mount Royal’s Mathew Sally. Kyle lists his hobbies as hiking, spending time with his dog Bentley and gaming. He loves country music and Tim McGraw is his favorite singer. His coach Meghan Mann at Centennial High is his biggest influence for believing in him and brought out the best of his game. Kyle’s dream job would be an NHL Player. “Miracle” is his favorite movie, with Mark Wahlberg and Mila Kunis being his favorite actor/actress. His favorite team moment as a member of the WolfPack was the team’s white water rafting trip last fall.

Coach Hennelly says:”KT is another athlete who paid the price this summer and came into the start of the season in excellent shape. Kyle is looking to establish himself as a libero and compete for court time.”

15 TIM DOBBERTAichelberg, Germany (Claude Dornier Schule)6’10” Outside Hitter4th year (Masters of Business)23 years old Parent’s names: Bettina & Andreas

Tim committed to the WolfPack in June, 2017 after playing three seasons with Brigham Young University (NCAA Div I). He had stats last year of 84 sets played, 183 kills, 87 digs, 14 service aces, 4 solo blocks, 48 block assists and 225 points scored. With Tim in their lineup, BYU went to the national championship twice, sadly losing both times. Tim is considered a top talent. Tim’s greatest sports moment was winning the German U20 championship. Tim says some of his former teammates are his biggest influence along with his family. His favorite number is 16. “Seven Pounds” is his favorite movie with Will Smith being his favorite actor. Tim jokes if it is a job, his dream one would be to be a world traveler. If you see him at karaoke he is likely singing Chro’s “Bye Bye”. Tim likes to read, camp and hike.

Coach Hennelly says: “Tim has made an immediate impact in our program. Tim has been a great addition sharing his knowledge of the game and experiences from his time at BYU. Tim has fit in with our group and brings a dangerous spike serve and excellent decision making when attacking.”

16 SAM TAYLOR PARKSKelowna, BC (Kelowna Secondary)6’7” Middle3rd year (History)20 years old Parents’ names: Beth @ Kevin

Sam is a former Canada West rookie all-star selection (2015-16). This past season, STP was the ‘Pack’s starting middle and appeared in 23 matches and 79 sets. He had 100 kills, 37 digs, 12 assists, 60 solo blocks and 73 block assists along with six service aces. If Sam could be on another varsity team, he would choose swimming because of their access to the pool and hot tub. Sam played competitive hockey until the age of 15. His sister Sadie is into her first year with the UBCO women’s team. His greatest sports moment was wining the BC U18 club provincials. He played club and high school volleyball with both Eli Russo and Devan Cole of UBCO. His father played volleyball at the University of Waterloo and his mom played basketball at the University of Alberta after attending Cariboo College. His main hobby is watching “Game of Thrones”. Sam enjoys hip hop and his dream job would to be a social worker. If he could dine with a celebrity it would be Barrack Obama. His favorite community event is’ Raise a Reader ‘because he gets to socialize with the public. His words of advice to new student athletes is ““Work harder than you think you can and welcome to the WolfPack.”

Coach Hennelly says:”Sam is coming off two solid years of playing time and has developed into a leader in this program. Sam is another athlete who worked out hard this summer and it has shown in the fitness testing and increased velocity in his attacking. Sam is one of the top middles in the league and will be a force at the net for the WolfPack.”

20 LANDON CURRIEVernon, BC ( Clarence Fulton Secondary)5’9” Libero1st year (Business)18 years old Parent’s names: Jamie & Dan

Landon committed to the WolfPack in November, 2016. He played three years for Team BC and was an all-star at high school tournaments hosted by TRU and UBC. If Landon could play for another WolfPack varsity team it would be baseball because he played growing up and still loves it. He played ten years of hockey, basketball for five years and rugby for two. His greatest sports moment came when he helped his team beat Team USA at the Latin America Baseball Classic in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic in 2016. His fondest sports moment came in grade nine when he played alongside his brother Kristian at volleyball provincials with his father coaching. Landon can speak Spanish fairly well. “Step Brothers” is his favorite movie with Will Ferrell being his favorite actor. If Landon had a super power it would be the ability to teleport and he would be known as the “Asian Invasion”. If you see him out at Karaoke, Landon would likely be singing “Bohemian Rhapsody”. The three items he would take to a desert island would be: coffee, court shoes and a memory foam pillow.

Coach Hennelly says: “Our only high school recruit this year, Landon has shown he can compete with the older athletes. Landon is coming off a summer spent with Team BC at the Canada Games and has been impressive. Landon is an intense and passionate player and already plays excellent defense. We are looking for Landon to improve technically and learn the ins and outs of being a USPORTS athlete.”

17 TIM EDGELangley, BC (Pacific Academy)6’5” Outside Hitter4th year (Science)21 years old Parent’s names: Tracy & Eric

After two injury plagued seasons, Tim got into the lineup on a regular basis as he played in 61 sets in 19 matches he dressed for. He had 115 kills, 15 service aces, 84 digs, a solo block and 17 block assists. Tim played soccer competitively before focusing in on volleyball. His hobbies are playing the guitar, cooking and computers. He wears his favorite number and blue is his favorite colour. Tim spent this summer working with youngsters at the Eureka Science Camp. He says the best part of being a WolfPack athlete is the community involvement and the family environment. His favorite visiting gym is Trinity Western because it’s in his hometown. The teams “Adopt a School” program is his favorite community initiative because he really gets to know the children.

Coach Hennelly says:”Tim is coming into his 4th year after getting some serious court time last year. Tim brings a heavy arm into serving and attacking and has developed into a great leader in our program. Last year Tim also improved in the class room becoming an Academic All Canadian. “

The WolfPack are involved in a number of community events but their favorite is the annual “Raise a Reader”. Funds from that day are directed towards literacy programs in Kamloops. Every year, men’s volleyball is the biggest fund raiser.

TRU WOLFPACK IN THE COMMUNITY

TRU WOLFPACK IN ACTION

PLAYERSNO. NAME YR POS M S K K/S E TA PCT A A/S SA SA/S DIGS D/S BS BA TOT B/S PTS PTS/S

1 Jakob Hamilton Fr S 24 80 12 0.15 8 35 .114 502 6.28 7 0.09 112 1.40 1 12 13 0.16 26.0 0.3

2 Isaac Smit Jr LB 17 46 0 0.00 0 1 .000 4 0.09 2 0.04 39 0.85 0 0 0 0.00 2.0 0.0

3 Tyler Pomietlarz Jr S 14 47 5 0.11 2 24 .125 292 6.21 6 0.13 69 1.47 1 8 9 0.19 16.0 0.3

4 Daniel Eikland rod Sr MB 22 76 181 2.38 104 539 .143 18 0.24 18 0.24 114 1.50 1 21 22 0.29 210.5 2.8

5 Anton Napolitano Fr OH 16 39 94 2.41 75 239 .079 22 0.56 11 0.28 56 1.44 2 18 20 0.51 116.0 3.0

6 Charlie Bringloe So RS 19 50 89 1.78 58 238 .130 1 0.02 6 0.12 42 0.84 1 9 10 0.20 100.5 2.0

7 Cole Hanson Fr MB 2 2 1 0.50 1 4 .000 0 0.00 1 0.50 0 0.00 0 1 1 0.50 2.5 1.3

8 Jordan Foot Sr MB 15 36 37 1.03 19 87 .207 7 0.19 5 0.14 7 0.19 7 25 32 0.89 61.5 1.7

9 Cole Keddie Jr LB 22 82 2 0.02 5 18 -.167 38 0.46 1 0.01 183 2.23 0 0 0 0.00 3.0 0.0

10 Randy Grundmann Sr OH 24 79 242 3.06 141 600 .168 11 0.14 12 0.15 104 1.32 5 29 34 0.43 273.5 3.5

11 Keel Haldane Fr OH 2 3 1 0.33 2 8 -.125 0 0.00 0 0.00 0 0.00 0 3 3 1.00 2.5 0.8

12 Douglas Groenendijk Jr MB 13 40 43 1.08 14 95 .305 3 0.08 8 0.20 16 0.40 1 14 15 0.38 59.0 1.5

13 Joshua Mullaney So OH 3 9 6 0.67 2 10 .400 1 0.11 0 0.00 0 0.00 0 0 0 0.00 6.0 0.7

16 Sam Taylor parks So MB 23 79 100 1.27 34 225 .293 12 0.15 6 0.08 37 0.47 13 60 73 0.92 149.0 1.9

17 Tim Edge Jr RS 19 61 115 1.89 76 319 .122 4 0.07 15 0.25 84 1.38 1 17 18 0.30 139.5 2.3

19 Kyle Behiels So MB 8 24 29 1.21 13 62 .258 1 0.04 3 0.13 7 0.29 4 13 17 0.71 42.5 1.8

  TOTALS     24 88 957 10.88 555 2505 .160 916 10.41 101 1.15 870 9.89 37 230 152 1.73 1210.0 13.8

  OPPONENT     24 88 1089 12.38 393 2508 .278 1027 11.67 143 1.63 824 9.36 54 360 234 2.66 1466.0 16.7

Matches 24Kills per set 10.88

Hitting % .160 Assists per set 10.41

Blocks per set 1.73 Service Aces per set 1.15

Digs per set 9.89

  G W-L-T SW SL Streak Points

Manitoba Y 24 21-3 64 20 Lost 2 42

Trinity Western X 24 21-3 65 21 Won 3 42

Alberta X 24 20-4 65 29 Won 2 40

UBC X 24 16-8 57 43 Lost 1 32

Brandon X 24 14-10 49 37 Won 1 28

Mount Royal X 24 13-11 51 41 Won 1 26

Winnipeg X 24 13-11 48 41 Lost 1 26

Saskatchewan 24 13-11 47 44 Won 2 26

Calgary 24 9-15 43 49 Lost 2 18

UBC Okanagan 24 9-15 33 53 Won 4 18

MacEwan 24 4-20 27 65 Lost 4 8

Thompson Rivers 24 2-22 20 68 Lost 8 4

Regina 24 1-23 13 71 Lost 7 2

2016-17 CW MEN’S VOLLEYBALL STANDINGS

2016 PLAYER STATS

NOTES: Top seven teams qualify for playoffs.

2017 Men's VOLLEYball Schedule & Results

* denotes exhibition game **denotes non conference matchAll soccer, basketball and volleyball regular season and playoff games will be webcast live on Canada West TV-Pay Per View.

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DATE TEAM LOCATION CITY TIME SCORE* 21-Sep-17 UBC Thunderbirds VancouverBC, BC 4:00 pm L 0-3 (25-19,25-22,25-15)* 23-Sep-17 TWU Spartans Langley, BC 4:00 pm L 0-3 (25-19,25-21,25-18)* 24-Sep-17 TWU Spartans Langley, BC 4:00 pm L 0-3 (26-24,25-16,25-13)* 29-Sep-17 UBCO Heat George Elliot Winfield, BC 4:00 pm W 3-1 (25-21,22-25,25-19,26-24)* 30-Sep-17 UBCO Heat TRU gym Kamloops, BC 7:00 pm W 3-1 (25-16,26-28,25-16,26-24)* 12-Oct-17 UofA Golden Bears Calgary, AB 10:00 am W 3-1 (25-22,25-23,22-25,25-20)* 13-Oct-17 UofW Wesmen Calgary, AB 6:00 pm W 3-2 (25-22,25-22,20-25,19-25,15-12)* 13-Oct-17 UofS Huskies Calgary, AB 10:00 am L 0-3 (25-20,27-25,25-18)* 14-Oct-17 UofC Dinos Calgary, AB 3:00 pm W 3-2 (25-21,23-25,25-19,20-25,15-7)20-Oct-17 MacEwan Griffins TCC Kamloops, BC 7:45 pm W 3-1 (25-21,25-15,23-25,27-25)21-Oct-17 MacEwan Griffins TCC Kamloops, BC 6:45 pm W 3-1 (25-20,25-19,23-25,26-24)3-Nov-17 BU Bobcats TCC Kamloops, BC 7:45 pm4-Nov-17 BU Bobcats TCC Kamloops, BC 6:45 pm9-Nov-17 UBC Thunderbirds Vancouver, BC 7:30 pm10-Nov-17 UBC Thunderbirds Vancouver, BC 7:30 pm17-Nov-17 UofW Wesmen Winnipeg, MB 7:45 pm18-Nov-17 UofW Wesmen Winnipeg, MB 5:00 pm24-Nov-17 UofM Bisons TCC Kamloops, BC 7:45 pm25-Nov-17 UofM Bisons TCC Kamloops, BC 6:45 pm2-Dec-17 UofA Golden Bears Edmonton, AB 2:30 pm3-Dec-17 UofA Golden Bears Edmonton, AB 1:00 pm5-Jan-18 Mount Royal Cougars Calgary, AB 6:00 pm6-Jan-18 Mount Royal Cougars Calgary, AB 4:00 pm12-Jan-18 UofR Cougars Regina, SK 8:00 pm13-Jan-18 UofR Cougars Regina, SK 5:00 pm19-Jan-18 UofS Huskies TCC Kamloops, BC 7:45 pm20-Jan-18 UofS Huskies TCC Kamloops, BC 6:45 pm26-Jan-18 UofC Dinos TCC Kamloops, BC 7:45 pm27-Jan-18 UofC Dinos TCC Kamloops, BC 6:45 pm8-Feb-18 UBCO Heat Kelowna, BC 8:00 pm

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