Soccer Season Summary

Men’s Soccer

The men’s soccer team concluded the season with a 4–7–1 overall record. The squad scored 18 goals across 12 matches, averaging 1.5 goals per game, while maintaining a .346 shooting percentage and recording three shutouts on the season. A strong away record (3–3–1) highlighted the team’s ability to compete on the road, including back-to-back wins over the Dalhousie Rams in October.

Defensively, the men conceded just 1.0 goal per game, with goalkeeper Tim Leaman posting an impressive .960 save percentage and contributing to multiple shutouts. Offensively, the team was led by a balanced attack and standout performances from several young players, reflecting a promising future for the program.

The season also brought significant individual recognition at the conference level. Ethan Druart was honoured with the prestigious Bob Coe Award, recognizing excellence in leadership and character. First-year standout Manil Alouache earned ACAA Men’s Soccer Rookie of the Year, while also being named First Team All-Conference. Additional All-Conference honours went to Diane Ibrahima (Second Team All-Conference) and Tim Leaman (Second Team All-Conference Goalkeeper).

Women’s Soccer

The women’s soccer team faced a demanding conference schedule and concluded the season with a 0–12 record, but the results do not fully reflect the effort and perseverance shown throughout the year. The team generated 59 shots and maintained a competitive 4.9 shots per game, continuing to press offensively despite challenging circumstances.

Several players stepped into key roles, with strong leadership across the back line and midfield. Defender Simona Romano earned First Team All-Conference honours, recognizing her consistent defensive performances, while forward Jamie Hicks was named to the Second Team All-Conference after leading the team in attacking involvement and work rate.

Cross Country Season Summary

Women’s Cross Country

The Crandall Chargers women’s cross country team delivered a strong and consistent season, marked by depth, podium finishes, and conference recognition. Rylee Stanford and MaryAnne Gard anchored the lineup throughout the year, each earning ACAA All-Conference honours after a series of standout performances.

Stanford recorded multiple second-place finishes during the regular season and consistently led the field for Crandall, while Gard added key top-10 results and capped her season with an impressive runner-up finish at the ACAA Championships. Their leadership at the front set the tone for the team and provided stability across every meet.

Strong supporting performances from Lydia MacArthur, Lydia Bodechon, and Emily Britton highlighted the Chargers’ depth and resilience, as the team continued to develop consistency across challenging courses.

At the ACAA Championships, the women delivered a strong team performance, highlighted by Gard’s silver-medal finish and Stanford’s top-five result. The season concluded at CCAA Nationals, where the Chargers placed 15th overall, with Stanford and Gard once again pacing the team and demonstrating strong pack running against a deep national field.

Men’s Cross Country

The Crandall Chargers men’s cross country team produced a dominant and championship-level season, led by an exceptional campaign from Luke Purdy. Purdy captured first place in every race during the ACAA season, including a commanding victory at the ACAA Championships, earning both ACAA Runner of the Year and All-Conference honours.

Purdy was supported by a consistent and competitive front pack featuring Jackson Culberson and Declan Andrews, both of whom earned ACAA All-Conference recognition for their performances throughout the season. Luc Blanchette, Tobey Shannon, and Justin Reimer added depth and reliability, helping the Chargers maintain balanced scoring and strong team results at every meet.

The season reached its peak at the ACAA Championships, where the Chargers captured their 7th ACAA banner, continuing a tradition of excellence within the conference. The men carried that momentum to CCAA Nationals, finishing 11th overall against elite national competition. Purdy led the way with a 10th-place finish, earning CCAA All-Canadian honours.

ACAA Award Winners

• Luke Purdy – ACAA Runner of the Year, All-Conference

• Jackson Culberson – All-Conference

• Declan Andrews – All-Conference

• MaryAnne Gard – All-Conference

• Rylee Stanford – All-Conference

Basketball First-Half Season Summary

Men’s Basketball

The men’s basketball team wrapped up the opening half of the season with a 3–4 record (4^th), demonstrating offensive firepower and resilience against a demanding ACAA schedule. The Chargers averaged 79.0 points per game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 32.9% from three-point range, while converting an impressive 78.7% from the free-throw line.

Veteran guard Ethan Culberson led the offensive charge, averaging 13.4 points per game while shooting 49.3% from the field and a perfect 16-for-16 from the free-throw line. Colby McIntosh provided consistent scoring and physical play inside, contributing 84 points and leading the team in rebounds. Jayden Lucas emerged as a major perimeter threat, shooting 61.9% from three-point range, while Caleb Rennie added versatility and toughness, finishing the half with 80 points and 42 rebounds.

Crandall showed its ability to compete in high-pressure moments, highlighted by a thrilling 100–99 win over Holland and a convincing 89–62 victory against UKC. Defensively, Jayden Johnson and Luca Del Bosco anchored the paint, combining for strong rebounding and shot-blocking presence as the Chargers continued to build cohesion across the lineup.

Women’s Basketball

The women’s basketball team concluded the first half of the season with a 2–5 record (5^th), showing determination and competitive effort throughout conference play. The Chargers averaged 55.9 points per game and were active on the glass, pulling down 34.9 rebounds per contest, while applying consistent defensive pressure with 10.6 steals per game.

First-year guard Charity Hearn led the Chargers offensively, averaging 14.4 points per game and shooting 47.1% from the field, quickly establishing herself as a primary scoring option. Kelsey Alward provided strength inside, leading the team in rebounding with 41 total boards while adding 69 points. Tristan DesRoches offered steady leadership in the backcourt, contributing 42 points and strong on-ball defense.

Crandall earned key conference victories over UKC (74–69) and UNBSJ (61–54), showcasing composure and execution in close contests. Lauren Lilly and Ellie Hiltz added depth and energy, while the Chargers continued to grow offensively and defensively through increased minutes and expanded roles.

First-Half Individual Highlights

Men’s Basketball

• Ethan Culberson: 94 points, 49.3 FG%, 100% FT
• Colby McIntosh: 84 points, 30 rebounds
• Jayden Lucas: 65 points, 61.9% from three
• Caleb Rennie: 80 points, 42 rebounds
• Jayden Johnson: 57 points, team-leading interior presence

Women’s Basketball

• Charity Hearn: 101 points, team-high scorer
• Kelsey Alward: 69 points, team-leading rebounds
• Tristan DesRoches: 42 points, backcourt leader
• Lauren Lilly: 52 points, strong rebounding guard
• Ella Smith: Efficient scoring and bench production

Volleyball First-Half Season Summary

Women’s Volleyball

The women’s volleyball team finished the first half of the season with a 5–5 record (5^th), building momentum late with a three-match winning streak to close the schedule. The Chargers averaged 9.5 kills per set with a .206 team hitting percentage, while contributing in all facets of the game with 11.1 digs per set, 1.61 blocks per set, and 1.66 service aces per set.

Offensively, Charlie Benoit led the attack with 138 kills and a strong .263 hitting percentage, averaging 3.63 kills per set. Jolie Allain added consistent production from the outside with 92 kills and 62 digs, while Emma Visser provided a steady presence across rotations, contributing 40 kills, 58 digs, and 11 service aces.

At the net, Hailey Legacy and Brianna Tingley anchored the middle, combining for 37 total blocks, while Legacy posted an impressive .274 hitting percentage. In the back row, libero Amy LeBlang was a key defensive leader, recording 138 digs and 55 assists, helping stabilize serve receive and transition play. Kallie Woodworth directed the offense efficiently, totaling 258 assists and adding strong defensive support with 58 digs.

The Chargers earned multiple straight-set wins down the stretch, including back-to-back 3–0 victories over UKC, reflecting improved execution, consistency, and confidence as the season progressed.

Men’s Volleyball

The men’s volleyball team concluded the first half at 4–6 overall (4^th), competing in numerous tightly contested matches and showcasing offensive efficiency and defensive depth. The Chargers averaged 10.8 kills per set with a strong .261 team hitting percentage, while posting 1.91 blocks per set and nearly 12 digs per set.

Francois Benoit led the men offensively, recording 95 kills with a .312 hitting percentage while also contributing heavily in serve receive with 196 receptions. Connor Kirkland was dominant in the middle, posting a team-best .403 hitting percentage along with 31 total blocks, providing a strong presence at the net. Ben Brun added versatility as an opposite, finishing with 48 kills and 14 total blocks.

Setter Mico Guiao orchestrated the offense with 276 assists, averaging 7.26 assists per set, while also contributing defensively with 69 digs. In the backcourt, libero Joel Keats led the team with 60 digs, and Cole Wilson added all-around value with 38 kills and 41 digs.

The Chargers picked up key conference wins, including home victorys over Holland and UNBSJ, while continuing to develop cohesion and depth as the first half concluded.

First-Half Individual Highlights

Women’s Volleyball

• Charlie Benoit: 138 kills, 3.63 K/S, .263 hitting
• Jolie Allain: 92 kills, 62 digs
• Amy LeBlang: 138 digs, 55 assists
• Kallie Woodworth: 258 assists, 58 digs
• Hailey Legacy: 36 kills, 15 blocks

Men’s Volleyball

• Francois Benoit: 95 kills, .312 hitting, 196 receptions
• Connor Kirkland: .403 hitting, 31 total blocks
• Mico Guiao: 276 assists, 69 digs
• Joel Keats: 60 digs
• Ben Brun: 48 kills, 14 blocks

Boxing First-Semester Summary

Throughout the semester, the Chargers demonstrated technical skill, conditioning, and composure across multiple weight classes. In a multi-school event featuring Trinity College, Ohio State, UConn, and the University of Cincinnati, Crandall delivered a strong showing, earning numerous victories and competing in several tightly contested bouts. Notable performances included referee stoppage (RSC) wins from Eduardo Ortiz and David Oksanichenko, highlighting the team’s ability to control and finish bouts. Deniro Reiskerr, Luke Whitton, Jesse Frazee, and Emilio Osorio added important decision victories, while several closely fought split-decision bouts reflected the high level of competition faced by the Chargers.

A major highlight of the semester came on October 11 at Lock Haven University, where the Chargers made program history. Bringing just three boxers to the card, Crandall went a perfect 3–0, marking the first clean sweep in program history. Each athlete delivered disciplined, high-effort performances, showcasing the preparation and resilience that have become hallmarks of the program. The sweep improved Crandall’s season record to 11–3, signaling strong momentum midway through the semester.

That momentum continued one week later at the University of Cincinnati, where the Chargers posted a 3–1 record against elite competition from Army, Navy, Ohio State, and Cincinnati. Victories over Army, Navy, and Ohio State underscored Crandall’s ability to compete and succeed against some of the strongest collegiate boxing programs in the country. Cam O’Quinn, Jesse Frazee, Davyd Oksanickenko, and Youssef Eldefrawy represented the Chargers with discipline and intensity throughout the weekend. With the results in Cincinnati, Crandall improved to 14–4 overall to close the first semester.

First-Semester Highlights

• Program-best 14–4 overall record

• First-ever perfect 3–0 event at Lock Haven University

• Multiple RSC victories showcasing finishing ability

• Wins against Army, Navy, Ohio State, UConn, and Trinity College

• Strong depth across weight classes and competitive decision bouts