ALUMNI WEEKEND – Sept 23-24:
- Saturday September 23rd – Varsity plays Laurentian @ 2:15pm
- Tailgate in P5 Parking Lot starting at 1:00pm
- (Beverages and Pizza provided for all CSAA members)
ALUMNI DINNER SAT. SEPT. 23rd
- Dinner @ The Latvian Church (83 Main St, Ottawa ON K1S 1B5)
- 6:00pm, Doors Open
- 7:00pm, Dinner Served
- Presentations: Mike Lanos Award, CSAA Bursary Winners
- $30/dinner (roast beef / chicken buffet – Hoefler Catering)
- Cash bar
- Followed by the infamous night out on the town – reservation TBD
*If you have not yet done so, please confirm if you are coming to the Alumni Dinner which is always a memorable day and night.
2018 Guest Speaker: Joey Kewin (2009-2014, 4 1st Team OUA All Stars, 2 CIS All Stars, Nationals 2012).
Previous Guest Speakers:
Brian Burns (Coach/Builder – 1981)
Brian Burns was involved in Carleton Soccer well before varsity status was re-instated by the university in 1982. He and Glenn Shirtliffe coached, managed, and helped form the very successful 1981 Carleton University Club team that gave birth to modern day Carleton Ravens Men’s Soccer. Brian is considered one of the pioneers of modern day Carleton Soccer.
Mike Lanos (Player – 1983-1986) Forward
Mike Lanos was one of the first true “stars” of men’s soccer at Carleton University. He led the team to the Ontario championship and ultimately the CIAU (Canadian Interuniversity Sport) national final in 1984. Lanos was a selfless player who excelled in all four years he played, was awarded numerous individual honours, (including All-Canadian and Athlete of the Year) and would go on to help found the alumni chapter (CSAA) in 1992-3. Each year, the Mike Lanos Award is presented to the current varsity player who best exemplifies the spirit of Mike’s qualities – leadership, selflessness, and hard work. Mike was inducted into the Carleton University Athletics Hall of Fame in 2016.
Michael Zaborski (Player – 1992-1996) Defender
Mike “Zab” Zaborski was perhaps Carleton Soccer’s first Croatian sensation. He played under head coach Sandy Mackie for 5 years (captain for 3) and was recognized as an OUA all-star 4 of his 5 years as a player. He captained the Ravens’ first undefeated regular season in 1996. Mike was primarily a sweeper with skill and a strong physical presence, but his main asset was leadership and commitment. He is among the all-time career leaders in games played as a Raven. Mike is an architect by profession and now lives in New York City with his family.
Stephen Ball (Player – 1986, 1989, 1992-1995) Goalkeeper
Stephen “Stevie” Ball began a long career as a Raven in 1986 on a team of legendary players. He has the distinction of playing for 3 different coaches at Carleton starting with Bill Thomson, Ian Martin, and finally Sandy Mackie. Stevie was co-captain with Mike Zaborski for two years and also an assistant coach for several years under Mackie. He is third all-time in Wins for a Raven goalkeeper. He also helped form the Carleton Soccer Alumni Association in the early 90’s along with Mike Lanos, Claudio Mirella and Marty Lauter.
Sun. Varsity plays Nipissing @ 2:15pm
We hope to see you all Saturday at the game and joining us later for the annual Alumni Dinner!!!!!
Jobbie On!
Your CSAA Executive.
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