Pronghorn Athletics - ULethbridge Stories

Meet Mark Sera (BMgt '01), Director, Horns Recreation

Mark Sera (BMgt '01) was born and raised in southern Alberta, and he has called ULethbridge his workplace home for 20 years. He worked in Financial Services until he took the position as Director of Horns Recreation last July.

Shining graduate Jordan Calladine's journey from business degree to law career

From braving a blizzard during a Pronghorn women's rugby championship to completing her Bachelor of Management while also attending law school, Dhillon School of Business graduate Jordan Calladine's (BMgt '24) University of Lethbridge experience has been marked by resilience and personal growth.

Celebrating the life and legacy of Coach Ric Suggitt

Rugby is a sport that attracts people with big personalities – players, spectators and coaches alike. Ric Suggitt was a prime example of the larger-than-life types the sport attracts.

Shining Education Graduate & Horns Rugby Alumna Sofia Hoff

In her first year at the University of Lethbridge, Sofia Hoff (BA/BEd '24) accomplished a significant personal milestone: joining her two older sisters, Eden and Siena, on the Women's Rugby team.

Q&A with Spring 2023 graduate Keegan Brantner

Keegan Brantner (MA '23 (BA '21) led the Pronghorns Women's Rugby Team as a tenacious competitor, earning Canada West All-Star and playing through injuries. A selfless role model on and off the field, Keegan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology before returning to pursue graduate studies.

Q&A with Spring 2023 graduate Jessica Haenni

Jessica Haenni (BSc '23) is a leader on the basketball court. When the clock is counting down, you want the ball in her hands. Her leadership doesn't stop when the game is over. Jessica is a shining student with a bright future of helping others through a career in physiotherapy.

Q&A with Spring 2023 graduate Xavier Crosby

Xavier Crosby (BA '23) finished in the top ten in the nation in Men's Weight Throw, yet some of his biggest accomplishments came off the field as a leader in the classroom and champion for university clubs.

Scott Whiteside, manager, Ascent Climbing Centre, Summer Youth Programs and Horns Intramurals

Tell us a little bit about yourself. I grew up in Lethbridge and was a career gymnastics coach and administrator until taking the manager position with the Ascent Climbing Centre in 2000. I

Tommy Awoderu - Pronghorn Track & Field

"It’s a month that celebrates the excellence, success, and achievement of Black people."

Deng Dak - Pronghorn Basketball

"It’s means a lot. It’s a month where I can actually sit and reflect on the trials and tribulations that people that look just like me went through."

Moreau Darlington - Pronghorn Basketball

"Keep pushing, no matter your current situation. Keep pushing, keep believing, keep showing up every day no matter the outcome eventually it pays off in more way than you can imagine."

Bawo Ewowo - Pronghorn Track and Field

"To me Black History Month is about the recognition and celebration of Black people who have contribution to society."

Angelo Mbituyimana - Pronghorn Basketball

“Nothing is given, everything is earned” Don’t go and ask for the respect from others, go and earn it."

De'Andrae Pierre - Pronghorn Basketball

"I'm not the first and for sure won't be the last I just hope to make a positive impact while I'm here."

Tyrell Cook - Pronghorn Soccer

"Black history month is way more than the celebration of black people one month of a year. It’s a starting point to show the many contributions black people continue to make in communities and around the world."

Oladipo Olatona - Pronghorn Track and Field

"I feel like being a Black athlete in a university sport is a great honour. I feel like to an extent we represent others who might not have had the opportunity to do the same things as me just because of the fact that they are Black."

Paul Asebiode - Pronghorn Basketball

"I wish I knew why the stereotypes that surround Black people are still being accepted."

Haliyat Adesanya - Pronghorn Track & Field

"Being a Black athlete means thriving to be the best while working hard to inspire other Black students than it’s not just about 'natural talent'."

Samani Bhusumane - Pronghorn Track & Field

"I wish people knew the greatness of the black culture and communities."

Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 recognizes Dhillon Alumna Angela Thompson

Every year Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 recognizes the achievements of Canadians who have demonstrated remarkable success before passing the age of 40. This year's 2021 honourees includes Dhillon School of Business alumna Angela Thompson (BMgt '12).

Communications manager, Pronghorn Athletics, Eoin Colquhoun (BA '02)

This is communications manager, Pronghorn Athletics, Eoin Colquhoun's (BA '02) 20th season at the U of L. He handles Pronghorn Athletics communications, including marketing, social media, assisting with fund development and overseeing home varsity events.

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A Year of Grace and Patience: Taking on Covid-19 as a First-time Principal: Matthew Bekkering (BSc '06, BEd '08, MEd '17)

Lethbridge Pronghorns Basketball captain returned to the UofL to pursue a master’s in educational leadership after serving in roles as an informal school leader for seven years. “I wanted a more clear-eyed understanding of what leadership could be."

Shining Student: David Awosoga

Track athlete David graduated from high school in Lethbridge, and knew how appealing University life would be in a place he was comfortable, so uLethbridge was the perfect option.

Neil Langevin (BA/BEd '91, MEd '10) Director, Pronghorn Athletics

Neil has been part of the uLethbridge family for more than 30 years. A longtime teacher and rugby coach, he joined the U of L as athletics director last year.