Wellington North Council recognizes local athletes for Outstanding Achievements in Sports
Arthur Vipers U9, Arthur Vipers U11, Wellington North Ice Ninjas U19, Heather Wollis recognized by Council on May 21
WELLINGTON NORTH – Wellington North Council hosted its first Recognition of Outstanding Achievement in Sports Night on Tuesday, May 21 at the Council Chambers in Kenilworth.
Three teams and one individual athlete were recognized by Council for their accomplishments during their respective sports season.
The Arthur Vipers U9 hockey team with Mayor Andy Lennox.
Arthur Vipers U9
The Arthur Vipers U9 hockey team went undefeated the entire season (13-0-2) and won all three tournaments the team entered (Arthur U9 LL Tournament, Minto U9 LL Tournament, and the Tyler Lopers Memorial U9 LL Tournament in Drayton). The team started the season short players to ice a team and called on some U8 players to join the team. The undefeated season finished in dramatic fashion, coming back from a three-goal deficit in the final three minutes by scoring four goals to win the game.
Players on the Arthur Vipers U9 team include Greyson Beever, Jackson Bodz, Francis Boggs, Mason Culp, Ryan Haramule, Braeden Ribey, Lennox Rice, Jackson Taylor, Brock VanGerven, Carter Whaley, and Cooper Winter.
The Arthur Vipers U11 hockey team with Mayor Andy Lennox.
Arthur Vipers U11
The Arthur Vipers U11 hockey team won the Western Ontario Athletic Association Elite Series Championship earlier this year, defeating Howick 4-3 in the final game.
The team had a regular season record of 15-4-1, good for third place in the South Division. Including playoffs, the team finished the year with a 20-6-1 record.
Players on the Arthur Vipers U11 team include Ryker Anderson, Jamie Culp, Sawyer Fowlie, Parker Heeremans, Ian Jones, Jaxon Marshall, Lucas O’Donnell, Decklan Porter, Kelvin Ribey, Mason Samuel, Jonathan Stevenson, Brian Vandongen, Dallas VanGerven, Corey Vevoort and Jonathan Woeschka.
The Wellington North Ice Ninjas U19 ringette team with Mayor Andy Lennox.
Wellington North Ice Ninjas U19
The Wellington North Ice Ninjas U19 ringette team was described by opponents this season as a “small but mighty” group. With a regular roster of 8-9 players at an average age of 15.5 years old, the Ice Ninjas finished first in the Regional Eastern Division with a 16-1-2 record.
Coach Chris Seddon credited the team’s perseverance and dedication, saying they are “an outstanding team that defy most odds. The players are wonderful individuals, a credit to each other, to their parents and to their community.”
Players on the Wellington North Ice Ninjas U19 team include Elaine Dowling, Jazmin Morrison, Emily Henderson, Abby Irvine, Emily Calder, Reuben Seddon, Jaydn Mallot, Brianna Goldschmidt, Olivia Dowling, Jacob Seddon, and Noah Seddon.
Heather Wollis with Mayor Andy Lennox.
Heather Wollis
Heather Wollis is a member of the Lady Legends slo-pitch team which won the NSA Provincial Ladies “C” Championship in October 2023. Heather was a key member of getting the team off the ground in 2023. Heading into the season, Heather was looking to act as a coach/manager, but by the time provincials began she added “player” to her title, becoming one of the main players on the team, pitching in all but one game at the tournament.
The Lady Legends are based out of Mount Forest, and have their sights set on the National Championship in 2025.
Two additional teams and two individual athletes will receive their Recognition of Outstanding Achievement in Sports certificates on Monday, June 24.
The Township of Wellington North is now accepting applications for the Fall 2024 intake of the program. Details about the Recognition of Outstanding Achievement in Sports Program can be found at www.wellington-north.com.