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INSTITUTIONAL INFORMATION

INSTITUTIONLocation: Kamloops, BC, Canada

Website: tru.ca

Founded: 1970

Enrollment: 13,443 (on campus), 25,754 (total)

President: Dr. Alan Shaver

School Colours: Royal Blue & Sage

Director of Athletics: Curtis Atkinson [email protected] 250.828.5273

Athletics Website: gowolfpack.tru.ca

Twitter: @GoTRU WolfPack

Instagram: GoTRUWolfPack

Photos: Andrew Snucins, Allan Douglas, Larry Read, Len Hodder

Proof reader: Moira Laidlaw

PR: Jordy Cunningham

Webcast Play by Play: James Matthews, Sam Neufeld, Kashara Atkins

BASEBALL PROGRAMWolfPack Colours: Black, Orange

Affiliation: Canadian Collegiate Baseball Conference

League website: ccbc.pointstreaksites.com/view/ccbc/

Location: Kamloops, BC, Canada

Website: gowolfpack.ca

Nickname: WolfPack

Mascot: Wolfie

TEAM CONTACTSHead Coach Ray Chadwick Years as Head Coach: 15 Phone 250 371-5671 Email [email protected]

Assistant Coach Frank Fisico Years as Assistant Coach: 2

Sports Information Officer Larry Read Phone 250.377.6117 Fax 250.371.5672 Email [email protected] Cell 250.819.5255

Athletic Therapist & Trainer Kevin Brechin 250.314-5000 [email protected]

Athletics & Recreation Assistant Facility Coordinator Jon Shephard 250.371.5670 [email protected]

Athletics & Recreation Secretary Camilla Dahl 250.828.5009 [email protected]

Associate Director of Development Diana Major Phone 250.852.7139 Cell 250.320.0954 Email [email protected]

2 THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY WOLFPACK

There has been a lot of excitement surrounding the Spring 2018 Thompson Rivers University WolfPack baseball team. Again this year, coach Ray Chadwick has scoured the country looking for top talent. In addition, he has a number of core veterans who have returned to the team after losing the championship final of the 2017 Canadian Collegiate Baseball Conference.

Tyler Hodder from Fort McMurray, AB is back for his third year with the program and will again be the team’s number one starting pitcher. Hodder has been nothing short of brilliant in his first two seasons of CCBC competition. A two time all-star, he has also possessed the league’s best ERA.

Other all-stars back for 2018 are infielder Malik James from Woodby, ON, designated hitter Vance Fode from Bow Island, AB, and infielder and utility player Josh Hillis from Calgary, AB.

Josh Hillis and fellow utility player Jordy Cunningham from Delta, BC are the lone graduating players in 2018.

Chadwick has a strong pitching staff anchored by Hodder. Other veterans expected to provide big contributions are Scott Wood from Stratford, ON, Regan Gillis from Fort McMurray, AB, Dillon Ferguson from Kirkland, WA, Josh Snider from Moses Lake, WA, and Joe Siniscalchi from Burnaby, BC.

The WolfPack has a number of veterans who lead an infield and outfield deep in talent. They include Taylor Van Ham from Medicine Hat, AB, Josh Iannetti from Fort McMuray, AB, Nick Peters from Maple Ridge, BC, and Qwinn Nesplak from White Rock, BC.

New faces who should provide top performances include Justin Beaumont from Winnipeg, MB, Jackson Dartnell also from Winnipeg, MB and Zac Comeault from Maple Ridge, BC. All three have spent time with the University of Winnipeg Wesmen baseball program.

Chadwick is looking for big outings from sophomores Aaron Lemoine and Adam Filmon, both from Winnipeg, MB. Rookies Matt Pidlisecky from Abbotsford, BC and Josh Bromley from Cranbrook, BC have also been highly touted.

The WolfPack will again have Spring Training in Arizona and will be hosting the CCBC year-end tournament which doubles as the National championships at Norbrock Stadium in May.

2018 TRU WOLFPACK MEN'S BASEBALL

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SPRING 2018 SCHEDULE AND RESULTSDATE TEAM LOCATION CITY TIME SCORE

* 15-Feb-18 Chandler/Gilbert Chandler, AZ 6:00 pm L 1-2* 16-Feb-18 Grand Canyon Mesa, AZ 12:00 pm W 12-1* 16-Feb-18 Grand Canyon Masa, AZ 2:00 pm W 3-217-Feb-18 Arizona State Club Team AZ 10:00 am L 8-16

* 18-Feb-18 Mesa Community College Mesa, AZ 12:00 pm L 4-12* 19-Feb-18 Glendale Community College Glendale, AZ 3:00 pm L 1-2* 20-Feb-18 Grand Canyon TBA, AZ 2:30 pm L 11-15* 21-Feb-18 Yavapai Community College Prescott, AZ 12:00 pm L 1-3* 21-Feb-18 Yavapai Community College Prescott, AZ 2:00 pm L 3-4* 22-Feb-18 Paradise Valley Community College Scottsdale, AZ 3:00 pm L 2-3* 24-Feb-18 Langley Blaze 6:00 pm ppd snow* 3-Mar-18 Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA 1:00 pm* 3-Mar-18 Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA 3:00 pm* 4-Mar-18 Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA 11:00 am* 4-Mar-18 Shoreline Community College Shoreline, WA 1:00 pm

* 10-Mar-18 Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA 7:00 pm* 11-Mar-18 Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA 1:00 pm* 11-Mar-18 Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA 3:00 pm* 12-Mar-18 Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA 11:00 am* 12-Mar-18 Big Bend Community College Moses Lake, WA 1:00 pm* 17-Mar-18 Olympic Community College Bremerton, WA 1:00 pm* 17-Mar-18 Olympic Community College Bremerton, WA 3:00 pm* 18-Mar-18 Olympic Community College Bremerton, WA 11:00 am* 18-Mar-18 Olympic Community College BremertonWA, 1:00 pm24-Mar-18 UFV Chilliwack, BC 1:00 pm24-Mar-18 UFV Chilliwack, BC 3:00 pm25-Mar-18 UFV Chilliwack, BC 1:00 pm

* 25-Mar-18 UFV Chilliwack, BC 3:00 pm31-Mar-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Norbrock Kamloops, BC 1:00 pm31-Mar-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Norbrock Kamloops, BC 3:00 pm1-Apr-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Norbrock Kamloops, BC 11:00 am1-Apr-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Norbrock Kamoops, BC 1:00 pm7-Apr-18 OC Coyotes Norbrock Kamloops, BC 1:00 pm7-Apr-18 OC Coyotes Norbrock Kamloops, BC 3:00 pm8-Apr-18 OC Coyotes Elks Stadium Kelowna, BC 1:00 pm8-Apr-18 OC Coyotes Elks Stadium Kelowna, BC 3:00 pm

14-Apr-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm14-Apr-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 6:00 pm15-Apr-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 10:00 am15-Apr-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 12:00 pm21-Apr-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Spitz Field Lethbridge, AB 1:00 pm21-Apr-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Spitz Field Lethbridge, AB 3:00 pm22-Apr-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Spitz Field Lethbridge, AB 11:00 am22-Apr-18 Prairie Baseball Academy Dawgs Spitz Field Lethbridge, AB 1:00 pm24-Apr-18 OC Coyotes Norbrock Kamloops, BC 3:00 pm28-Apr-18 U of C Dinos Foothills Stadium Calgary, AB 1:00 pm28-Apr-18 U of C Dinos Foothills Stadium Calgary, AB 3:00 pm29-Apr-18 U of C Dinos Foothills Stadium Calgary, AB 11:00 am29-Apr-18 U of C Dinos Foothills Stadium Calgary, AB 1:00 pm2-May-18 OC Coyotes Elks StadiumKelowna , BC 3:00 pm5-May-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm5-May-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 6:00 pm6-May-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 10:00 am6-May-18 VIBI Mariners Norbrock Kamloops, BC 12:00 pm9-May-18 CCBC Finals Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm

10-May-18 CCBC Finals Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm11-May-18 CCBC Finals Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm12-May-18 CCBC Finals Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm

CCBC Finals Norbrock Kamloops, BC 4:00 pm


RAY CHADWICKHEAD COACHChadwick is entering his 15th season as head coach of the WolfPack baseball team and his ability to judge talent and baseball knowledge is nationally recognized. He played pro ball for 13 years with the Anaheim Angels, Chicago White Sox, Boston Red Sox and the Kansas City Royals. He also played professionally in Italy, Mexico, Venezuela, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. Under his direction, the WolfPack won CCBC titles in 2005, 2007 and 2009 with runner-up finishes in 2006, 2008 and 2010.

COACHING STAFF

FRANK FISICOASSISTANT COACH/ATHLETIC TRAINER Fisico is coming into his 2nd year as a coach. He aims to work with WolfPack players to reduce and prevent injury. Frank recently finished playing for four years with the WolfPack and he now helps Athletic Therapist Kevin Brechin with the other TRU teams during the fall and winter.


# NAME POS B/T HT WT DOB HOMETOWN

1 Bryant Jameus UTL/RHP R/R 5’10” 160 Aug 05/97 Kamloops BC

2 Dillon Ferguson RHP R/R 5’7” 155 Jun 02/97 Kirkland WA

3 Nick Bolt OF L/R 5’10” 155 Jul 19/97 Brooks AB

4 Josh Hillis INF R/R 5’10” 175 Jul 30/95 Calgary AB

5 Brad Bitz INF R/R 5’9” 140 Jul 01/95 Calgary AB

6 Malik James INF R/R 5’8” 190 May 16/98 Woodby ON

7 Kyron Smith INF L/R 5’10” 160 Jul 29/98 Maple Ridge BC

8 Lucas Lott OF L/R 5’9” 145 Sept 08/98 Kamloops BC

9 Liam Rihela INF L/R 6’1” 190 Jul 07/96 White Rock BC

10 Taylor Van Ham INF R/R 6’1” 180 Dec 27/95 Medicine Hat AB

11 Matt Pidlisecky INF R/R 5’10” 180 Jul 25/99 Abbottsford BC

13 Qwinn Nesplak RHP R/R 6’1” 195 Sept 19/97 White Rock BC

14 Robert Scarr OF R/R 5’10” 165 Jun 16/96 Tsawwassen BC

16 Jacob Bromley OF L/R 5’10” 185 Jun 07/98 Cranbrook BC

17 Josiah Williams OF L/R 5’10” 145 Apr 07/99 Maple Ridge BC

18 Mike Bauer INF R/R 6’1” 155 May 05/99 Surrey BC

19 Nick Peters INF R/R 5’10” 200 Feb 05/98 Maple Ridge BC

20 Connor McKenzie C R/R 5’11” 190 Jul 15/97 Kamloops BC

21 Adam Filmon UTL/RHP R/R 6’4” 185 May 18/98 Winnipeg MB

22 Josh Iannetti C R/R 5’9” 170 Jun 28/97 Fort McMurray AB

23 Cole Paquin OF/RHP R/R 6’1” 205 Mar 08/96 Winnipeg MB

25 Aaron Lemoine LHP/1B L/L 6’2” 200 Jan 05/98 Winnipeg MB

26 Jack Suhai OF/RHP R/R 6’1” 180 Feb 13/99 Medicine Hat AB

27 Zac Comeault INF R/R 5’7” 165 Sept 23/97 Maple Ridge BC

28 Scott Wood LHP L/L 5’9” 170 Apr 18/95 Stratford ON

29 Jackson Dartnell C/OF R/R 6’3” 220 Jun 15/97 Winnipeg MB

30 Yutaro Takasaki OF L/R 5’10” 165 Aug 29/93 Tahara, Japan

31 Matt Richards INF R/R 5’11” 150 Feb 04/99 Grand Prairie AB

32 Rhys McKenzie INF R/R 5’10” 160 Jun 13/99 Kamloops BC

33 Jordy Cunningham OF R/R 5’8” 170 Jan 23/95 Delta BC

34 Josh Snider LHP/1B L/L 6’2” 230 Sept 14/93 Moses Lake WA

35 Noah Foufoulas C/INF R/R 5’7” 140 May 01/99 Vernon BC

36 Justin Beaumont LHP L/L 6’4” 200 Mar 31/97 Winnipeg MB

37 Joe Siniscalchi OF/RHP R/R 6’4” 205 Feb 06/98 Burnaby BC

44 Tyler Moskalyk RHP R/R 6’2” 205 Jul 31/94 Thunder Bay ON

45 Eric Turner OF/RHP R/R 6’2” 175 Jul 01/99 Grand Prairie AB

51 Kurtis Wall OF R/R 6’1” 160 Aug 17/99 Vernon BC

52 Tyler Hodder RHP/1B L/R 6’4” 245 Jun 02/97 Fort McMurray AB

55 Regan Gillis RHP R/R 6’4” 230 Oct 16/94 Fort McMurray AB

57 Vance Fode 1B L/R 6’3” 270 Oct 09/97 Bow Island AB

SPRING 2018 ROSTER

24 Ray Chadwick Head Coach

22 Frank Ingram Asst Coach


FRONT ROW (L-R): Nick Peters, Matt Richards, Zac Comeault, Dillon Ferguson, Frank Fisico (Assistant Coach), Ray Chadwick (Head Coach), Kyron Smith, Jordy Cunningham, Noah Foufoulas, Robert Scarr

SECOND ROW (L-R): Yutaro Takasaki, Brad Bitz, Josiah Williams, Josh Iannetti, Lucas Lott, Jacob Bromley, Scott Wood, Bryant Jameus, Matt Pidlisecky, Jack Suhai

THIRD ROW (L-R): Aaron Lemoine, Taylor Van Ham, Michael Bauer, Qwinn Nesplak, Liam Rihela, Josh Hillis, Connor McKenzie , Malik James, Rhys McKenzie, Eric Turner, Kurtis Wall

FOURTH ROW (L-R): Josh Snider, Tyler Moskalyk, Jackson Dartnell, Regan Gillis, Joseph Siniscalchi, Tyler Hodder, Justin Beaumont, Vance Fode, Adam Filmon, Cole Paquin

MISSING: Nick Bolt

2018 TEAM ROSTER

CCBC ALL-STARS The WolfPack have four players returning to the team this year who were CCBC all-stars in 2017:

(L-R) Vance Fode, Josh Hillis, Malik James, Tyler Hodder (Andrew Snucins photo)


1 BRYANT JAMEUS (JAY-MUS)

Kamloops, BC (Valleyview Secondary)5’10” Utility/Right Handed Pitcher1st year (Business)20 years oldParent’s names: Shelley & Bert

Bryant was named the top pitcher at the 2014 provincial championships while a member of the Kamloops River Dogs. If he could play for another varsity team it would be basketball. Something his teammates might not know about Bryant is that he can cook. His biggest influence was the late Roy Halliday because he was a great pitcher for the Blue Jays. Bryant enjoys hockey and basketball. His favourite number is the number one. His favourite colour is blue and he enjoys rap music. Jim Carrey is his favourite actor with Dumb and Dumber his favourite movie. If he could dine with a famous person it would be Clayton Kershaw of the Los Angeles Dodgers because Bryant considers him to be the best pitcher in the league. Bryant says his favourite visiting stadium is Elks Stadium in Kelowna because he always pitches well there. If you saw Bryant at karaoke he would be singing “Party for Two” by Shania Twain. His advice to rookies would be, “Don’t let the time you have playing university baseball pass you by.”

2 DILLON FERGUSON Kirkland, WA w5’7” Right Handed Pitcher3rd year (General Studies)20 years oldParent’s names: Michelle & Curtis

Ferguson was the number two pitcher in the WolfPack starting rotation in 2017. He started six games and pitched 42.1 innings, striking out a team high 43, surrendering 43 runs and 52 hits. He wound up with a 2-2 record with an ERA of 5.31. Dillon played soccer in elementary and middle school. What Dillon likes best about being a member of the ‘Pack is the atmosphere his team creates before a game. His favourite visiting field is Elks Stadium in Kelowna because of the field conditions. His greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack came in the Fall of 2017 when the team shut out UBC in exhibition play. His advice to new players is to enjoy every game because they go by fast. Matt Damon is Dillon’s favourite actor and Straight out of Compton is his favourite movie. If he could dine with a famous person it would be singer Jay-Z (his favourite) and not the Kamloops Blazer/Las Vegas Golden Knight goalie Dillon Ferguson (they have never met but spell their names the same way). Dillon’s mother Michelle played soccer at Western Washington University. His biggest influence is his favourite baseball player former Seattle Mariner Edgar Martinez.

3 NICK BOLTBrooks Alberta (Brooks Composite)5’10” Outfielder2nd year (Arts) 20 years oldParent’s Names: Lana Butier & Craig Bolt

Nick comes to the ‘Pack from the Vauxhall Spurs. His team won the district championship for three straight years (2014-16). Nick hit .326 with 44 hits, 1 homerun, 15 stolen bases, 12 doubles and 32 RBI. He says if he could play for another TRU team it would be men’s basketball because they get free shoes. Nick played competitive hockey growing up. Something that people might not know about Nick is that he makes “the best pasta.” Two of his former Vauxhall teammates – Jaydon Wonder and Ryan Marshall – are now playing with PBA. Nick’s biggest influence is his father because of his work ethic and success. He enjoys hip hop music and Kendrick Lamar is his favourite singer. Nick’s go-to karaoke song is “Bump and Grind” by R. Kelly. Kevin Hart is his favourite actor.

SPRING 2018 PLAYER PROFILES



4 JOSH HILLISCalgary, AB (Holy Trinity High)5’10” Infielder5th year (Business)22 years oldParent’s Names: Monica & Cam

Josh was a CCBC all-star in 2017 and was the poster boy for the WolfPack baseball program’s promotional items last year. Josh’s greatest sports moment was when the WolfPack won the CCBC Championship in 2012. His fondest sports moment was when his high school team won a national championship. Josh enjoys skiing and hockey. He wears his favourite number: 4. Josh likes the colour red and his favourite actress is Jennifer Anniston. His favourite visiting field is Foothills Stadium in Calgary because his friends and family can see him play. His greatest influence is his parents because of all the sacrifices they have made for them.

5 BRADLEY BITZCalgary, AB (Bishop O’Byrne High)5’9” Infielder3rd year (Open Studies)22 years oldParent’s Names: Andrea & Brian

Bradley originally came to the WolfPack as a catcher but will patrol the infield in 2018. He was the MVP of his club team in 2011 and 2012. He was also named his junior teams defensive player of the year in 2013. If he could play for another TRU varsity team it would be volleyball since he played volleyball and hockey growing up. Brad’s greatest sports moment came in 2010 when he scored an overtime goal in hockey against a team from the United States. His fondest sports moment was when he scored the winning run in a come-from-behind victory in the playoffs. What you might not know about Brad is that he likes to cook. His hobbies include racing, hockey, volleyball and basketball. Brad’s biggest influence is St. Louis Cardinals catcher Jodi Molina. He originally was number 59 before switching to number 5 last year. His favourite colour is red. Brad likes hip hop and rap music, and J Cole is his favourite artist. His dream job would be in pro baseball. His favourite community event is the KMBA clinic because he gets to help younger players with their skills. His greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack was nearly defeating PBA in last year’s playoffs. His favourite visiting park is Foothills Stadium in Calgary because it’s his home town. His words of advice to younger players, “Enjoy it. It goes by quick.”

6 MALIK JAMESWhitby, ON (Sinclair Secondary)5’8” Infielder2nd year (General Studies)19 years oldParent’s names: Angela & Garnett

Malik committed to the WolfPack in May, 2016 after coming to Kamloops to play in a weekend tournament with many other current TRU players. He was a CCBC 2nd team all-star in his rookie season and appeared in 27 games hitting .329. He had 82 plate appearances scoring 12 runs, notching 27 hits including six doubles and a triple, 11 RBI and two stolen bases. Malik played the previous two seasons (2015, 2016) for the Ontario Yankees and plays both second and third base. He was a high school all-star in his first year and won the “Most Significant Contribution” Award in his freshman year of high school as well. He was a Tournament 12 winner in his sophomore year and won the Ontario high school baseball title in his first year. His greatest sports moment came last season with the WolfPack when he hit two homers in one game. The most influential person in his life is his father Garnett who instilled great values and morals in him as well as teaching him what is truly important in life. Malik likes hip hop and rap and his favourite movie is Space Jam. One thing his teammates don’t know about Malik is that he plays the guitar. If he were a super hero, Malik would be “Mega Chicken.” His go-to song at Karaoke would be “Bartender” by T-Pain. Malik’s favourite colour is red. His fondest sports moment is hitting his first ever home run in 2009 at age 11. His favourite visiting field is Elks Stadium in Kelowna. His greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack was finishing second at the CCBC championships in 2017.



7 KYRON SMITHMaple Ridge, BC (Samuel Robinson Technical)5’10” Infielder2nd year (Arts)22 years oldParents Names: Bonnie & Brad

Kyron had 10 at-bats in the five games he played during his rookie season with a batting average of .200 and two hits. Kyron played his last minor baseball game for the Ridge Meadows Royals where they won the provincial championship in 2015. One of his teammates growing up was current WolfPack infielder Nick Peters as well as Jake Newberry of PBA. His favourite sport other than baseball is hockey and he played rep hockey growing up in Ridge Meadows. Kyron’s favourite movie is The Sandlot and Will Ferrell is his favourite actor. If he were singing karaoke, Kyron would be belting out “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey and his favourite style of music is hip hop. His favourite colour is red and he is wearing his favourite number with the WolfPack: 7. If he could dine with a celebrity it would be actor Mark Wahlberg. Spitz Stadium in Lethbridge is his favourite visiting ball park. His brother Kale is his biggest influence because he’s the one who got him into sports. Kyron’s dream job is to be a professional athlete.

8 LUCAS LOTTKamloops, BC (South Kamloops Secondary)5’9” Infielder2nd year (Fine Arts)20 years oldParent’s Names: Linda & Lloyd

Lucas appeared in four games in his rookie campaign and had six at-bats. He played minor baseball in Kamloops and last played for the Midget River Dogs under Sean Wandler. When Lucas played with the River Dogs, they won back-to-back silver medals in the BC Baseball College Prep League (2014-2015). If Lucas could play for another TRU varsity team it would be soccer because he says he is too short for volleyball or basketball. His greatest sports moment was in a 2015 provincial semifinal game making a diving catch to win. What his teammates likely don’t know about Lucas is that he is fluent in French. He played junior baseball with current teammates Connor McKenzie and Bryant Jameus along with Riley Jepson (UFV). Lucas’s cousin played for Canada’s Olympic women’s hockey team in 1998, 2002, 2006 and 2010. His grandmother is his biggest influence because she taught him to keep going when things get tough. Lucas’ favourite number is 9 and he likes the colour blue. He likes any music except for country music and Drake is his favourite artist. The Hangover is his favourite movie with Kevin Hart and Missy Peregrym being his favourite actor and actress. His dream job is to become a physiotherapist. Elks Stadium in Kelowna is Lucas’s favourite visiting park. His greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack was being in the CCBC championship game in 2017.

9 LIAM RIHELAWhite Rock, BC (Earl Marriott Secondary)6’1” Infielder1st year (Business)21 years oldParents Names: Jerri & Harry

Liam attended Trinity University (NCAA Division III) in 2014-15. He played competitive hockey and volleyball growing up. His greatest sports moment was going to the NCAA Division III World Series with Trinity in 2014. He enjoys fishing and snowboarding. Liam enjoys country music and Bentley Gilbert is his favourite singer.



10 TAYLOR VAN HAMMedicine Hat, AB (Medicine Hat High)6’1” Infielder2nd year (Arts)Parents’ names: Anita & Adrian

Taylor saw regular action last season after ‘red shirting’ in 2016. He hit .204 with 25 at bats in 12 games, scoring four runs, hitting a double and a triple and driving in four runs as well as stealing two bases. His fondest sports moment came in 2016 when he went with the ‘Pack to Arizona for spring training. What most of his teammates don’t know is that Taylor likes to collect action figures. He loves baseball because of its unpredictability. If he could play for another WolfPack team it would be basketball and his minor baseball teammate Austin Schibler plays for PBA. His biggest role models are his parents as they’ve supported him through everything. He lists Beyblades as his hobby and blue is his favourite colour. He likes all music but Shania Twain is his favourite artist and her song “Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under” is his favourite karaoke song. Moneyball is Taylor’s favourite movie. If he were a superhero he would be “Van Slam” and have super strength. Taylor’s favourite community event is the 100 inning game playing against small children. Spitz Stadium in Lethbridge is his favourite visiting ball park.

11 MATT PIDLISECKYAbbotsford, BC (MEI)5’10” Infielder1st year (Business)19 years oldParents Names: Dianne & Mike

Matt committed to the WolfPack in May, 2017. He played for the Abbotsford Senior Cardinals and was a member of his high school’s golf team. His greatest sports moment was hitting the homerun that sent his team to the playoffs in minor baseball. Matt’s parents are his biggest influence. His favourite colour is blue and his favourite musical artist is Post Malone. Matt’s dream is to play baseball in the Major Leagues. If he could dine with a celebrity it would be former U.S. President Barack Obama. His favourite karaoke song is “Cruise” by Florida Georgia Line.

13 QUINTON NESPLAK (NES-PACK)

White Rock, BC (Vancouver College/Christopher Columbus)6’1” Pitcher3rd year (Business)Parents’ names: Allison & Richard

Quinton appeared in only two games in his rookie campaign with the WolfPack having only one at-bat and driving in a run. He attended the University of Oregon in 2017 after completing grade 12 both at Vancouver College and Christopher Columbus High School in Miami, Florida. His team there won the 8A State Championship. His minor baseball team won the Provincial and Wester Canadian Bantam “AA” championship and the BC Bantam “AAA” title. Quinton says he would like to play for the TRU basketball team if he weren’t with baseball because the game has, in his words, “serious hype and [the players] always wear ‘nice kicks’”. His greatest sports moments are winning the Bantam “AAA’ provincials and playing in the nationals and winning the Florida State 8A title. His personal greatest sports moment came when he closed a provincial championship game on a strike out. His favourite visiting park is Foothills Stadium in Calgary. Quinton really likes cheering the ‘Pack volleyball and basketball teams on at their games. What people most likely don’t know about Quinton is that he plays the piano and that he is a level 6 pianist. Quinton likes all music with Young Dolph being his favourite artist. The movie Hacksaw Ridge is his favourite. His words to rookies would be “Get your singing pipes ready.”



14 ROBERT SCARRTsawwassen, BC (South Delta Secondary)5’10” Outfield3rd year (Business)20 years oldParents Names: Mary Ann & Mike

Robert appeared in four league games in 2017. That was the same amount of games he got into in 2016 (where he hit 2.50). He red-shirted in 2015 but Robert was named the WolfPack’s most improved player that year. His father played rugby at UBC. His favourite movie is “The Departed” and Jennifer Aniston is his favourite actress. Robert’s favourite number is 14 and he likes the colour red. He says the best part of being a member of the WolfPack is the camaraderie of the team. If he could play for another varsity team it would be soccer because he played it in high school, though he also played hockey, football and rugby growing up. The 100 inning game is his favourite community event.

16 JACOB BROMLEYCranbrook, BC (Mount Baker Secondary)5’10” Outfielder/Pitcher1st year (Arts)19 years oldParent’s names: Melanie & Jeff

Jacob committed to the WolfPack in June 2017. He played the last four seasons with the Cranbrook “A” Bandits (Montana American Legion). In 2016-17, he appeared in 26 games, had 29 hits, 23 singles, four doubles, two triples and 18 runs batted in. His batting average was .367 and he had an on base percentage of .474. Jacob was a good hockey player and was an “AP” for the KIJHL Kimberley Dynamiters. Jacob’s greatest sports moment came in his last year of minor hockey (2016), when, with his team down 3-2 with a minute left, he chipped the puck in and took a hit. His best friend scored and tied the game (which they later won). He played junior baseball with Tyler Thorn of the University of Calgary. His father is his greatest influence. Jacob’s second cousin played in the NHL with the Sabres, the Canucks, and the Jets (goalie Gary Bromley). He enjoys video games, hiking and golf. His favourite colour is blue and his favourite number is nine. Jacob’s favourite singer is Micheal Buble. Matthew McConnaughey is his favourite actor and Interstellar is one of his favourite movies.

17 JOSIAH WILLIAMSMaple Ridge, BC (North Surrey Secondary)5’10” Outfielder1st year (Business)18 years oldParents Names: Kim & Avry

Josiah played with Ridge Meadows minor baseball before joining the ‘Pack. If he could be a part of another TRU varsity team it would either be basketball or cross country as he played both sports as well as soccer growing up. His greatest sports moment came when his team won a national championship in 2013. He played minor baseball with current TRU teammate Nick Peters. Josiah enjoys outdoor activities. His dream job is to become a pilot. Remember the Titans is Josiah’s favourite movie. His go-to karaoke song is Ain’t No Sunshine by Bill Withers.



18 MICHAEL BAUERSurrey, BC (North Surrey Secondary)6’1” Infielder1st year (Arts)18 years oldParents Names: Sue & Ralph

Michael played minor baseball with Whalley and with Team BC in 2017. With Whalley, he played in five straight national championships finishing second three times. Michael played competitive soccer growing up and if he were to play on a TRU WolfPack team other than baseball, it would be soccer. He also was part of the Team BC Ultimate Frisbee team and was captain of his high school volleyball team. Michael’s greatest sports memory was playing for Team BC for five years (2012-17) in baseball. What most of his teammates don’t know is that he can do a standing backflip. His biggest influence is his family because of their support and encouragement. Michael is related to bronze medal Olympic swimmer Kevin Drazinger of Kelowna, BC and is a qualified life guard. He enjoys trampoline, sports and video games. His favourite colour is green. Michael enjoys rap and pop music and Lil Uzi Vert is his favourite artist. His dream job would be as a professional athlete. Wolf of Wall Street is his favourite movie with Leonardo DiCaprio being his favourite actor. If he could dine with a celebrity it would be Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson because Michael thinks he is funny and a cool guy. When he is out at karaoke, Michael is likely singing “Tick Tock” by Ke$ha.

19 NICK PETERSMaple Ridge, BC (Maple Ridge Secondary)5’10” Infielder2nd year (Electrical)20 years oldParent Name: Diana & Bruce

Nick appeared in seven games in his rookie season with a .167 batting average and two hits. He played in 2016 with the Ridge Meadows Cardinals. In 2015, his team won the provincial title, and in 2016 won silver medal at provincials. Nick was a soccer player growing up and played for the U-18 Gold West Coast Auto Group FC. He also played rugby. His greatest sports moment was a walk off homer in the semifinals of the provincials. What most of his teammates don’t know about Nick is that he likes to cook. Nick’s favourite actor is Leonardo DiCaprio. He likes the music of Drake and loves hip hop. Nick’s favourite number is 19 and he is partial to the colour green. His favourite movie is Stepbrothers. If he were at karaoke he would be singing Sir Elton John’s “Rocket Man.”

20 CONNOR MCKENZIEKamloops, BC (Norkam Secondary)5’11” Catcher3rd year (Arts)20 years oldParents Names: Deanna & Brad

Connor hit .270 in his first season with the WolfPack (2017). He hit one homer and had four RBI and two stolen bases in the 14 games he played. Connor transferred to TRU after playing and going to school in 2015-16 at the University of the Fraser Valley. He is related to former WolfPack players Adam and Blayne Halland and his brother Rhys has joined the WolfPack this year. Connor was a member of Team BC in 2014. His dream job is to be a professor and he likes alternative music. Connor’s favourite movie is Without a Paddle.



21 ADAM FILMONWinnipeg, MB (St Paul’s High School)5’10” Pitcher2nd year (Business)18 years oldParents Names: Lana & Gregg

Adam was a highly sought after recruit for the WolfPack in 2017. He played for the Winnipeg South Chiefs last spring and was a member of Team Manitoba in 2014 and 2015. His club team won the Western Canadian championship in 2016. Adam hit .420 last summer with a .490 on base percentage. He had 55 hits, 15 doubles, 2 triples, and 28 RBI. He had a .565 hitting percentage in 38 games making 149 plate appearances. His grandfather is former longtime Manitoba Premier Gary Filmon. Adam played basketball and volleyball in high school. His greatest sports moment was winning the Western Championships in 2016. Adam’s pregame ritual is to devour a Tim Horton’s breakfast sandwich. His father Gregg played five years of Canada West basketball at the University of Manitoba and he is Adam’s biggest influence. Adam’s favourite singer is Travis Scott although his favourite type of music is rap. His favourite number is two and his favourite colour is blue. Adam likes sci-fi: his favourite movie is Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates. If he were at karaoke he would be singing Miley Cyrus’s “Party in the USA”. Elks Stadium in Kelowna is his favourite visiting ball park because of the outfield.

22 JOSH IANNETTI (I-A-NETT-EE)

Fort McMurray, AB (Father Patrick Mercredi High)5’9” catcher3rd year (Business)20 years oldParents Names: Diane & Dutche

Josh appeared in 15 games last year and had 48 at bats with an average of .250. He had 12 hits, scored five times, walked four times, and had nine RBI. In 2016, his rookie year, Josh hit .167 as a pinch hitter appearing 24 times at the plate scoring 2 runs, having four hits and two RBI. If he could be a part of another TRU varsity team it would be swimming as he is a registered lifeguard. He played rep hockey in Fort McMurray until age 17. He was part of the “Fort Mac Quartet” on the WolfPack last year along with current teammate Tyler Hodder and ex-teammates Regan Gillis and John Young. He says his biggest influence is veteran Josh Hillis because of the way he works hard to keep the team’s spirits up with his great enthusiasm. If he were a super hero, Josh would be called “Boomerball” and utilize his belly to bounce people away. His go-to Karaoke song is “It G Ma”. His favourite community work is supporting the TRU basketball and volleyball teams at their home games. His favourite visiting field is UBC. Josh enjoys classic rock and he likes The Rolling Stones. His favourite number is 22 and his favourite movie is How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

23 COLE PAQUIN (PAW-KIN)

6’1” Pitcher/OutfielderRegina, SK (Michael A Riffel Secondary)3rd year (Arts)Parent’s names: Jen & Lionel Cole joined the WolfPack program after playing the last two seasons at the University of Winnipeg (NAIA) where he was a teammate of current TRU players Jackson Dartnell, Zach Comeault and Tyler Moskaluk. Cole was a member of Team Manitoba’s junior national program (2016). Cole played football (all-star defensive end in high school), hockey and volleyball growing up. He also was a competitive badminton player (city champion and provincial finalist). Cole’s favorite movie is “Wolf of Wall Street’ . If we saw Cole at karaoke he would likely be singing’ Saskatchewan Pirate” by Captain Tractor. If he could dine with a celebrity it would be comedian Bill Burr because Cole figures he is the funniest human being he knows and always makes good points at his show. The three things Cole would take to a desert island would be food, water and girlfriend(Aubrie Honk) because they are all things he can’t live without.



25 AARON LEMOINE Winnipeg, MB (Kelvin High)6’1” Pitcher2nd year (Arts)18 years oldParents Names: Kristen and Keith Wilson & Dave Lemoine

Aaron was a highly sought after recruit in 2016. He pitched in seven games his rookie season and had an ERA of 6.51 giving up eight runs, striking out nine in 9.2 innings of work. He played minor baseball with and against current teammate Adam Filmon. He was part of the 2014 Winnipeg city champion team and the 2015 provincial finalists, the North Winnipeg Pirates. Aaron played last summer for the St. Boniface Legionnaires. If he could play for another TRU varsity team it would be swimming because he loves the water. Aaron played hockey from 2002-16 and played for his high school hockey team, the Kelvin Clippers. His fondest personal sporting moments came playing baseball with his cousin and having his dad and uncle coaching them. Aaron grew up playing alongside current teammates Adam Filmon and Justin Beaumont. His father played semi pro baseball in Australia. Aaron was a Level 5 bowling champion in 2009. He played minor baseball with Mount Royal volleyball player Ted Glass and VIBI’s Matt Johnson. His cousin Chris is a football player at the University of Manitoba. If you see Aaron at karaoke he might be singing “Party in the USA” by Miley Cyrus. Jonah Hill is his favourite actor and “Superbad” is his favourite movie. He has three relatives who have been inducted into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame: his uncles Rick and Hank Lemoine and his father, Dave. Aaron lists his step father Keith as his greatest influence for inspiring him to stay on top of his studies and sports and to be a responsible person.

26 JACK SUHAI (SUC-HIGH)

Medicine Hat Alberta (Margaret Murray High)6’1” Outfielder/Pitcher1st year (Science)19 years oldParents Names: Deanne & Kevin

Jack joins the WolfPack after playing in 2016-17 with the McCoy Colts and the Moose Monarchs. He played competitive hockey growing up. Jack’s greatest sports moment came when his team made it to the semifinals of the Alberta Provincial championships. One thing his teammates don’t know about Jack is that he sang and acted in a musical. Minor baseball teammate Dylan Koenly is with Okanagan College. His father Kevin is his biggest influence for his hard work ethic. Jack enjoys fishing, camping, and hunting. His favourite colour is green and his dream job is to be a professional baseball player. He enjoys rock and roll, though his favourite artist is Eminem. Jack’s favourite movie is the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. The celebrity he would most like to dine with is his favourite actress, Margot Robbie.

27 ZACHERY COMEAULT (COMO)

Pitt Meadows, BC (Pitt Meadows Secondary)5’7” Infielder3rd year (Commerce)20 years oldParents Names: Sandra & Rey

Zachery, along with Jackson Dartnell and Justin Beaumont, all joined the WolfPack from the now defunct University of Winnipeg program this past summer. His greatest sports moments came when his team won the BC championships in 2007 and 2010. His brother Reegan played on the national lacrosse team and at Ohio State University and his sister was a national team gymnast. Zachery’s favourite colour is red and his favourite actress is Margot Robbie. If you were to see him at karaoke, he would likely be singing “Country Roads” by the late John Denver.



29 JACKSON DARTNELLWinnipeg, MB (River East Secondary)6’3” Outfielder/catcher3rd year (Commerce)20 years oldParents Names: Shelley & Paul

Jackson, along with current teammates Justin Beaumont and Zachery Comeault, joined the WolfPack from the University of Winnipeg (NAIA). He played hockey and other high school sports growing up. His brother Ben plays baseball at Eastern Michigan University (NCAA) and he is Jackson’s biggest influence. Jackson’s favourite colour is red and he enjoys hockey and golf. His preferred type of music is country music with Kane Brown being his favourite singer. His dream job is to be a lawyer. Jackson’s favourite movie is Talladega Nights and his favourite actress is Megan Fox. If Jackson could dine with a celebrity it would be Kevin Hart because Jackson thinks that he is hilarious and that he does great things for the world.

30 YUTARO TAKASAKI Aichi, Japan (Jishukan High School)5’10” OutFielder2nd year (Business)25 years oldParents Names: Sachie & Yuzo

Yutaro comes to TRU from Kelo University in Japan. He hit .200 while appearing in 12 games and having 20 at bats. He also had six hits and four RBI. Yutaro played in 2016 for the Wien Baseball Club. Yutaro is so dedicated to the sport that he can’t imagine his life without baseball. His greatest personal sports moment came when his high school team beat the strongest club in his prefecture. Something that most of his teammates don’t know about him is that he can speak a little Chinese in addition to Japanese. His biggest influence is former Major Leaguer Hideki Matsui who inspired Yutaro after he saw him hit a home run. Japanese Pop music is his favourite and he likes the Southern All-Stars. His favourite number is one and his favourite colours are blue and red. The three items that Yutaro would take to a desert island would be a fishing rod, a tent and an iPhone to post photos on Facebook. If he were a super hero, Yutaro would be “Great Captain” and have the power to know what others are feeling.

28 SCOTT WOODStratford, ON (Stratford Central Secondary)5’10” Pitcher4th year (Arts)23 years oldParents Names: Jody & Brian

Scott had a 1-3 record in 2017 with an ERA of 6.69. He started five of six games with one complete game. He pitched 39 innings and surrendered 32 runs, walking 18 and striking out 38. Scott attended Lakehead Community College in Ohio (2013-15) before coming to TRU. In his second year there, Scott made the Dean’s List. His fondest moment came last year in the CCBC championship final, he was pitching in the bottom of the ninth with two out and the bases loaded against PBA’s best hitter, whom he managed to strike out. He said the only bad thing was that the WolfPack lost. Scott enjoys biking, hiking and snowboarding. His favourite TV show is The Fresh Prince of Bel Air and his dream job is to play professional baseball. Scott’s favourite community event was playing against the special Olympic baseball team. The most offbeat thing that has ever happened to Scott was being T-boned by an SUV while on his bike. Scott is from Stratford, ON, where the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame is held. His pregame routine is to eat, hang out, run, then stretch while listening to music. He adds that he appreciates getting massages from assistant coach Frank Fisico. Scott says one of the best things about baseball is that it is a ‘thinking man’s game’ and that it’s a treat to come to the field every day. His parents are his greatest influence for putting their needs on hold to make sure he had everything he needed to succeed as a student and as an athlete. His favourite actor is the late Robin Williams. His favourite movies are The Pursuit of Happyness and The Longest Yard.



31 MATT RICHARDSGrande Prairie, BC (St. Joseph Catholic High)5’11” Infielder 1st year (Business)18 years oldParents Names: Caroline & Brad

Matt played with the Northern Lights Baseball Academy and current teammate Eric Taylor last season. They were “AA” provincial champs in 2013 and this was also his greatest sports moment, hitting a clutch double in that event. He hit .328 last year with an on base percentage of .477. Matt played club volleyball with the Grande Prairie Wolves for two years (2014-16). His father Brad is his greatest influence for believing in him and helping him to improve. What Matt’s teammates don’t know about him is that he has some pretty good dance moves. He enjoys gaming and hockey. Matt enjoys rap music and Travis Scott is his favourite artist. His dream job would be to be a major league baseball player. Matt’s favourite movie is Kingsmen and Kevin Hart is his favourite actor. The celebrity Matt would most like to dine with is MLB Blue Jays pitcher Marcus Stroman.

32 RHYS MCKENZIE (REESE)

Kamloops, BC (NorKam Secondary)5’10” Infielder1st year (Electrical)18 years oldParents Names: Deanna & Brad

Rhys is the younger brother of catcher Connor. He joins the WolfPack from the program of Sean Wandler and the Kamloops River Dogs. As a member of the River Dogs, he was part of the team which went to the 2015 BC championships. Rhys played competitive hockey until age 15 and played volleyball in high school. Rhys enjoys working out. He likes hip hop and rap music and his favourite artist is Chance the Rapper . If Rhys could dine with a celebrity he would choose Chance the Rapper for this as well. His favourite movie is Stepbrothers and Morgan Freeman would be his top choice as an actor. If you caught Rhys at karaoke he would be singing Brand New Key by Melanie.

33 JORDY CUNNINGHAMDelta BC (Sands Secondary)5’8” Outfielder4th year (Journalism)22 years oldParents Names: Cindy & Grant

Jordy pitched in two games of relief, walking two and striking out one. He spent last summer and the early part of fall interning in the public relations department for the Vancouver Canadians and he hopes to return there after this season. Jordy played soccer and basketball growing up and he lists his parents as his biggest influence. His favourite colour is blue. Jordy likes all kinds of music with The Killers and Drake being his favourite artists. His favourite movie is The Town. His favourite actors are Scarlett Johansson and Mark Wahlberg. Jordy says the best thing about being a member of the WolfPack is how much the community gets involved with the program. His advice to younger players is to get involved. Jordy did some commentating this year on TRU basketball webcasts and he has been in charge of PR for the baseball team the last three seasons.



35 NOAH FOUFOULAS (FOU-FOO-LAS)

Vernon, BC (Vernon Secondary)5’7” Catcher/Infielder1st year (ARET)18 years oldParents Names: Val & Nick

Noah played on the Kelowna Sun Devils AAA 18U team along with current teammate Kurtis Wall. They won the provincial championship and he was MVP in the final. Noah loves to bat and his fondest personal sports moment was hitting his first home run. If he could play for another varsity team at TRU it would be volleyball. He enjoys fishing, dirt biking and skiing. Noah loves country music and Sam Hunt is his favourite artist. His dream job is to be a civil engineer. His biggest influence and person he would most like to dine with is major leaguer Jose Altuve who proves that size doesn’t matter. His favourite movie is Red and Robert Downey Jr. is his favourite actor.

36 JUSTIN BEAUMONTWinnipeg, MB (Foothills Composite High)6’4” Pitcher2nd year (Arts)21 years oldParents Names: Karen & Len.

Justin joined the WolfPack after going to Williston State College (2016 NJCAA). He played minor baseball with current teammates Jackson Dartnell and Aaron Lemoine. Justin also played hockey at Williston State Tetons (ACHA). What his teammates might not know about Justin is that he is French. Justin’s biggest influence in life has been his mother. His favourite colour is red and his dream job is to be a doctor. Justin’s favourite actor is Will Ferrel.

34 JOSH SNIDERMoses Lake, Washington (Ephrata High)6’2” Pitcher/Infielder3rd year (Journalism)24 years oldParents Names: Kris & Jr.

Josh pitches and plays first base. He hit .313 in his rookie year with the WolfPack, and also had a triple and a home run in 67 at bats with two stolen bases. As a pitcher, Josh was 2-3 with an ERA of 9.00. He pitched 37 innings, striking out 27 and walking 17. Josh played in the WMBL with Fort McMurray last summer and with Yakima Valley Community College in 2013. He was also the NWAC East region 2nd team all-star at DH that year. In 2012 he was the CWAC player of the year, first team all-state 2A. In 2011, he was a second team CWAC all-star as a pitcher. Josh played competitive football in 2008 with the Moses Lake Freshman team and basketball in 2011 with Ephrata High. His greatest sports moment came in 2011 playing in the Senior Babe Ruth World Series. His fondest personal sports moment came when he was named a pre-season all-American in 2012. His mom played NCAA tennis and his father played baseball, both of them for Eastern Washington University. Josh enjoys playing paintball, fishing and snowboarding. He is a big country music fan and Jason Aldean is his favourite singer. His dream job is to play pro baseball. What you might not know about Josh is that he used to play in his school’s band. Josh’s go-to karaoke song would be “Don’t stop Believin’” by Journey. His favourite movie is Major League. Josh’s favourite visiting ballpark is Foothills Stadium in Calgary. His greatest moment as a member of the WolfPack came last year when he hit a walk off homer against Fraser Valley.



37 JOSEPH SINISCALCHI (SIN-ES-CAL-CHI)

Port Coquitlam, BC (Terry Fox Secondary)6’4” Pitcher/Outfielder2nd year (Arts)20 years oldParent’s names: Sabrina & Mario

Joseph pitched in 2017 – his first year – starting two games and appearing in seven with an ERA of 6.30. He pitched 20 innings, giving up 17 walks and striking out 15. He committed to the WolfPack in April 2016. He played for the Coquitlam Reds of the PBL under the direction of James Chapman, who is one of the founders of the CCBC. Joseph played soccer for the Vancouver Fusion of the HPL and played football at Terry Fox secondary. His biggest influence is former major league player Ken Griffey Junior. Last year’s run for the CCBC championship was Joseph’s greatest sports moment. He likes rap music and ASAP Rocky is his favourite artist. His favourite movie is The Sandlot. His favourite actor is Denzel Washington. If he could dine with a celebrity it would be the late Al Capone. Joseph’s favourite part of being a TRU is his ability to be a role model and he enjoys all the team’s community events. His advice to rookies would be to work hard.

44 TYLER MOSKALYKThunder Bay, ON (St. Iynastius High)6’2” Pitcher1st year (Criminology)23 years oldParents Names: Tracy & Gary

Tyler played baseball for the University of Winnipeg Wesmen where he was the teammate of current WolfPack players Jackson Dartnell and Zachery Comeault. He also played in the WMBL for the Fort McMurray Giants along with current teammates Tyler Hodder and Josh Snider. He played competitive hockey growing up. Tyler’s greatest sports moment came in 2013 when he was part of a provincial winning championship baseball team, the Elmwood Giants. His biggest influence is his father Gary because he instilled a love of baseball in him. Tyler enjoys both rap and country music with Drake being his favourite singer. His dream job is to be a K9 police officer. Tyler’s favourite movie is Hot Rod” and if you saw him at karaoke he would likely be singing “The Climb” by Miley Cyrus.

45 ERIC TURNERGrande Prairie, AB (Grande Prairie Composite High)1st year (Business)18 years oldParents Names: Mona & Bill

Eric committed to the WolfPack in April, 2017. He and current WolfPack teammate Matt Richards were members of the Northern Lights Baseball Academy. Eric hit .284 with 31 hits and an on base percentage of .406. Eric was an elite volleyball player in high school but decided to concentrate on baseball instead. He and Matt Richards played club volleyball for the Grande Prairie Wolves. Eric’s greatest sports moments came when he won two provincial baseball medals in 2013. One thing his teammates might not know about Eric is that he can cook. He enjoys video games and fishing and his favourite colour is blue. Eric likes country music and his dream job is to be a professional athlete. The Wolf of Wall Street is his favourite movie with Leonardo DiCaprio being his favourite actor. If Eric could dine with a celebrity it would be former major leaguer Derek Jeter.



52 TYLER HODDERFort McMurray, AB (Father Patrick Mercredi High)6’4” Pitcher3rd year (Criminology)19 years oldParents Names: Karen & Len.

Tyler was a CCBC all-star for the second straight year in 2017 and had the lowest ERA in the league. He had a memorable first season in 2016, being a first team CCBC all-star along with having the league’s best ERA and the most wins. He went 7-0 with an ERA of 1.77. He pitched three complete games, appeared in 51 innings, surrendered 48 hits and struck out 37. Tyler followed that up in 2017 going 4-1 with an ERA of 2.19, starting five games and completing three. He struck out 41 players and walked only nine. He played in the Western Major Baseball League the last two summers with the Fort McMurray Giants. Tyler enjoys country music and Tim Hicks is his favourite artist. Tyler’s dream job is to play professional baseball. He played minor baseball with current teammate Josh Iannetti. His biggest influence is his family, inspiring him after what they went through during the Fort McMurray wildfire. His favourite movie is White Chicks. If you were to see Tyler at karaoke he would likely be singing Vanessa Carlton’s “A Thousand Miles”.

55 REGAN GILLISFort McMurray, AB (Father Patrick Mercredi High)6’4” Pitcher5th year (Welding)23 years oldParent’s names: Carol & Fabian

Regan is returning to the WolfPack after a year away. He played in the WMBL last summer with the Fort McMurray Trappers. He played minor baseball with current teammates Josh Iannetti and Tyler Hodder. If he could be on a reality show it would be Canadian Idol. If he were at karaoke, Regan would be singing “Mambo #5”. His favourite community event is going to elementary schools and teaching baseball. His words of advice to new students and athletes would be, “Don’t be shy meeting people”.

51 KURTIS WALLKelowna, BC (Kelowna Secondary)6’1” Outfielder1st year (Business)18 years oldParent Name: Tim

Kurtis comes to the WolfPack from the Kelownas Sun Devils “AAA” 18U team who won the provincial championships in 2017. He was also a member of Team BC. Kurtis played competitive volleyball growing up and was a member of the Kelowna Volleyball Club from 2014-16. His greatest sports moment was winning provincials in 2017 and, in the semifinal, making a diving catch in left field and throwing out a runner at first to end the inning. Kurtis’s greatest influence is his late mother who taught him that he should take nothing for granted and make the most of what he has. Kurtis enjoys hunting and video games. His favourite band is Queen and he likes all music except for death metal. What his teammates don’t know about Kurtis is that he played trombone in a jazz band for six years. He grew up as a teammate of Gavin Barrett of Okanagan College. Kurtis’ favourite movie is 22 Jump Street and Robert Downey Jr. is his favourite actor. Kurtis’s go-to karaoke song is “September” by Earth, Wind and Fire.


57 VANCE FODEBow Island, AB (Senator Gershaw High)6’3” Infielder2nd year (Sport Event Management)20 years oldParents’ names: Denise & ClaytonVance was a 2017 CCBC all-star hitting .341 during 85 plate appearances in 26 games. He had a team-leading four homers and seven doubles with 22 RBI and three stolen bases. Vance committed to the WolfPack in January of 2016. He played for the Vauxhall Spurs and the Brooks Bombers (WMBL) where his coach was former TRU assistant and alum Kyle Dhanani. He helped his minor baseball clubs win the district championships in 2014-16. He was All-District and All-State MVP in 2016. If he could play for another TRU varsity team it would be the volleyball team since he played the sport until grade 12 and helped his team win the league championship in 2015. His greatest sports moments were going to provincials in minor hockey and winning the district championship in baseball. His pregame routine is to drink a Rockstar and remember his friend Riley Tucker Martin who passed away from cancer at age 16. What his teammates don’t know about Vance is that he is a pretty good hockey player and he can cook. He grew up playing minor baseball with fellow rookie Nick Bolt. Former teammates Jaydon Wandler and Ryan Marshall play for PBA. Vance’s hobbies include hunting and playing Xbox. His favourite movie is Anchorman and Will Ferrell is his favourite actor. Vance likes the number 976. He likes country and rap music and his favourite musician is Eminem. If he could be a super hero, Vance would be “Hyper Fly” and he would be able to run at super speed and have the strength to hit the ball really far. At karaoke, look for Vance to sing Shania Twain’s “That Don’t Impress Me Much”. Vance’s uncle is former Buffalo Sabre GM Darcy Regier.


* exhibition game2017 FALLSCHEDULE AND RESULTS

DATE TEAM LOCATION CITY TIME SCORE

* 13-Sep-17 UTESA Norbrock Kamloops, BC 6:30 pm W 12-7



* 16-Sep-17 Okanagan A’s Norbrock Kamloops, BC 12:00 pm W 6-5

* 16-Sep-17 Okanagan A’s Norbrock Kamloops, BC 2:00 pm L 5-9

* 17-Sep-17 OC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 1:00 pm W 10-7

* 17-Sep-17 OC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 3:00 pm W 2-1

* 22-Sep-17 OC Elks Stadium Kelowna, BC 12:00 pm W 12-8

* 22-Sep-17 OC Elks Stadium Kelowna, BC 3:00 pm W 10-9 (11 inn)

* 23-Sep-17 U of C Calgary, AB 4:00 pm W 6-2

* 23-Sep-17 U of C Calgary, AB 4:00 pm L 4-7

* 24-Sep-17 U of C Calgary, AB 4:00 pm W 8-2

* 27-Sep-17 OC Elks StadiumKelowna , BC 4:00 pm L 2-5

* 30-Sep-17 UBC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 3:00 pm L 4-14

* 30-Sep-17 UBC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 5:00 pm W 1-0

* 1-Oct-17 UBC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 11:00 am L 10-12

* 21-Oct-17 OC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 1:00 pm L 4-8

* 21-Oct-17 OC Norbrock Kamloops, BC 3:00 pm W 11-4

* 22-Oct-17 Okanagan A’s Elks Stadium Kelowna, BC 12:00 pm W 5-3

* 22-Oct-17 Okanagan A’s Elks Stadium Kelowna, BC 3:00 pm W 2-1

* 22-Oct-17 OC Elks StadiumKelowna , BC 6:00 pm L 2-9


2017 STATSBATTING

PLAYER P AVG G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI BB HBP SO SF SH SB CS DP E

Nesplak, Q P 1.000 2 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3

Dundas, A OF .667 13 3 3 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 4 0 0 0

Mohan, E OF .410 24 78 22 32 6 6 3 27 17 3 23 1 0 13 2 0 2

Filmon, A U .395 17 43 7 17 1 0 0 6 3 0 5 0 0 3 1 1 7

Fode, V 1B .341 26 85 16 29 7 0 4 22 10 2 15 1 0 3 0 1 1

James, M 3B .329 27 82 12 27 6 1 0 11 11 1 17 0 1 2 1 1 15

Snider, J U .313 20 67 7 21 9 1 1 9 4 0 8 0 0 2 0 4 7

McDonald, I OF .308 21 65 16 20 3 1 0 11 13 2 15 0 1 4 4 1 0

Halland, B SS .282 25 85 26 24 6 4 0 9 21 3 17 1 0 1 4 1 15

McKenzie, C C .271 14 48 6 13 2 0 1 4 4 2 14 0 0 2 1 1 4

Iannetti, J C .250 15 48 5 12 1 0 0 9 4 1 10 1 0 0 0 3 3

Hillis, J IF .243 28 107 20 26 2 0 0 15 16 0 17 0 1 4 3 0 19

Van Ham, T IF .240 13 25 4 6 1 1 0 4 3 0 6 0 0 2 0 0 1

LaBranche, G OF .212 13 33 3 7 1 0 0 5 4 0 5 0 1 2 0 2 2

Elgert, D U .200 4 5 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0

Smith, K 2B .200 5 10 1 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 1

Takasaki, Y OF .200 12 20 6 4 1 0 0 4 6 0 11 0 0 1 0 0 0

Bolt, N OF .167 7 12 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 8 0 0 0 0 0 0

Upton, M OF .156 13 32 2 5 1 0 0 1 0 0 17 1 1 1 0 0 1

Peters, N IF .111 7 9 1 1 0 0 0 1 2 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2

Walcott, A IF .100 8 20 1 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 2

Cunningham, J U .091 5 11 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 2

Lemoine, A P .000 3 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Ferguson, D P .000 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

Bitz, B 2B .000 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

Hodder, T P .000 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Lott, L OF .000 5 6 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0

Scarr, R OF .000 4 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0

Total: .282 28 903 161 255 47 15 9 139 125 14 211 5 5 45 16 15 88

PITCHINGPLAYER G GS CG IP H R ER BB SO W L SV 2B 3B ERA

Hodder, T 5 5 3 41.0 33 14 10 9 41 4 1 0 4 0 2.19

Elgert, D 8 0 0 12.0 9 5 5 11 8 2 0 2 2 1 3.75

Ferguson, D 6 6 0 42.1 52 43 25 26 43 2 2 0 8 1 5.31

Siniscalchi, J 7 2 0 20.0 27 28 14 17 15 0 2 0 5 1 6.30

Lemoine, A 7 0 0 9.2 12 8 7 3 9 0 0 0 3 1 6.51

Wood, S 6 5 1 39.0 51 32 29 18 38 1 3 0 8 4 6.69

Snider, J 5 5 2 37.0 52 42 37 17 27 2 3 0 7 3 9.00

Cunningham, J 2 0 0 1.2 3 3 3 2 1 0 0 0 2 0 16.20

Nesplak, Q 7 0 0 8.1 16 21 16 14 10 0 1 0 6 1 17.28

Chaba, Z 5 1 0 8.2 26 31 22 10 5 0 1 0 9 1 22.84

Walcott, A 2 1 0 5.1 17 18 14 5 5 0 1 0 2 0 23.62

Total: 60 25 6 225 298 245 182 132 202 11 14 2 56 13 7.28

CANADIAN COLLEGE BASEBALL CONFERENCE (CCBC) 2017 REGULAR SEASON STATS CCBC W L PCT GB STREAK LAST 10

Prairie Baseball Academy 5 1 0.833 - 2W 5-1

Thompson Rivers University 4 2 0.667 1 1L 4-2

University of the Fraser Valley 3 2 0.600 1.5 1L 3-2

Okanagan College 3 2 0.600 1.5 1L 3-2

Vancouver Island University 0 4 0.000 4 4L 0-4

University of Calgary 0 4 0.000 4 4L 0-4


2017 ALL CONFERENCE & AWARDS

PLAYER AWARDSMost Homeruns (8) Brett Brittany PBA

Most RBI (33) Carter Witbeck PBA

Best Batting Average (.437) Dalton Wells PBA

Top Hitter Brett Brittany PBA Ethan Mohan TRU

Most Wins (6) Greg Hollman PBA

Most Strikeouts (50) Tanner Jesson-Dalton PBA Austin Gurr VIU

Best ERA (1.27) Rhett Feser PBA

Top Pitcher Austin Gurr VIU Rhett Feser PBA

TEAM PITCHING AWARDSTeam ERA .399 Praitie Baseball Academy

Most Team Strikeouts(237) Praitie Baseball Academy 237 K or 9.87/game

Least Team BB (88) Praitie Baseball Academy 88 BB or 3.66 BB/game

TEAM HITTING AWARDSTeam BA(.361) Prairie Baseball Academy

Most Team Hits(308) Prairie Baseball Academy 262 runs, 484 TB and 99BB

Most Team Extra Base Hits(101) Prairie Baseball Academy 55(2b); 17(3b); 29(hr); 4.2 ebh/game)

TRU- Thompson Rivers University PBA - Prairie Baseball Academy OC - Okanagan College VIBI - Vancouver Island Baseball Institute UC - University of Calgary

CANADIAN COLLEGE BASEBALL CONFERENCEALL-CONFERENCE SELECTIONSBA - should have a minimum of 2.7 plate appearances per team game or 75.6 at bats. ERA - should have a minimum of .8 inning pitched per team game or 22.4 innings pitched.

POSITION FIRST TEAM SECOND TEAM

Catcher Jake Fischer OC Tyson Abbott PBA

Infielder Cameron Williams UC Brennan Hagel UFV Dylan Borman PBA Dylan Flasch PBA Brett Semeniuk PBA Malik James TRU Riley Jepson UFV Liam Balance VIU

Outfielder Brett Brittany PBA Matt Zanutto UC Dalton Wells PBA Brandon Graham OC Ethan Mohan TRU Davis Todosichuk OC

Designated Hitter Carter Witbeck PBA Vance Fode TRU

Utility Trevor Lofstrom OC Josh Hillis TRU

Pitchers (3) Tyler Hodder TRU Tanner Jesson-Dalton PBA Rhett Feser PBA Zach Yandeau OC Austin Gurr VIU Evan Peterson UFV Greg Hollman PBA Daniel Gonzalez UC


A number of WolfPack players spend the summer playing in the Western Major Baseball League. In 2017, Taylor Van Ham played in his home town of Medicine Hat. Josh Iannetti and Tyler Hodder returned to their home in Fort McMurray and brought teammate Josh Snider with them.

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