BMO Featured Players

Name: Mattie Majestic
Birth Year: 2010

What his coaches say: “Mattie is a real joy to work with online every week, he shows a real passion and love for improving anyway he can. Mattie’s first touch has really improved during his time with us and we look forward to seeing more improvements”

Name: Shaden Al-Asad

Name: Ben Zimola

Name: Gabriella Mehillaj

Name: Shicheng Zhang

Name: Deacon Stang

Name: Lucas Oncea

Name: Luka Denkovski
Birth Year: 2012

What his coaches say: “Luka is a fantastic competitor and shows a great mentality in every training session. Luka is always listening to the coaches and tries to take on as much information as he can. He has really improved his dribbling skills and the coaches are really happy with his development. Awesome work, Luka!”

Name: Hailey Conroy
Birth Year: 2006

What her coaches say: “I have been very impressed with the energy and excitement for the game that the players displayed so far in my first few weeks in the East Kootenays. Although there were many choices, one particular player who has stood out to me is Hailey Conroy. An exciting player who has demonstrated a great attitude and an eagerness to learn. I can see the drive she has to take her game to the next level. She has impressed with her speed of play, has an eye for goal, and overall can raise the level of a session, thus pushing those around her to do more.
Great work Hailey! Keep it up and I look forward to coaching you”

Name: Dominick Starr
Birth Year: 2010

What his coaches say: “Dominick has shown tremendous growth as a player and person over his time in the academy. He has developed some amazing GK skills and displays a fearlessness that is powerful to watch. We’ve been really impressed, Dominick. Keep up the great work!”

Name: Keira Dolsen
Birth Year: 2007

What her coaches say: “Keira’s commitment has been great. Since the pandemic, she hasn’t missed anything soccer related and has always had a great attitude in practices and games. She is a leader by example and a pleasure to coach!”

Name: Justin Deschamp
Birth Year: 2007

What his coaches say: “Justin has been a consistent member of our Whitecaps London goalkeeper union. He rarely misses a session, always bringing a positive attitude, great work rate, and willingness to learn, compete and succeed. Justin has developed into a leader both on and off the field in both his team setting and at our goalkeeper sessions, often helping other goalkeepers around him with their development. Justin’s willingness to learn, develop, and improve has helped him progress as a goalkeeper, player and young man. He is a pleasure to work with and I would like to congratulate him on his player of the month award”

Name: Giselle Garcia
Birth Year: 2012

What her coaches say: “Giselle has come in the academy with a great attitude and work rate and has shown good quality, so much so we moved her up a few groups right away. She also received an instant invite into our prospects. Well done Giselle!”

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Name: Ellie Power
Birth Year: 2006

What her coaches say: “’Incredibly shrewd striker who has been performing well and leaving her mark even at the senior level. A talent that needs to be followed closely”

Name: Yorgos Gavas
Birth Year: 2006

What his coaches say: “Yorgos is the first male player from the WFC Nova Scotia BMO Academy Centre to be offered a full-time position in the Whitecaps FC MLS Academy in Vancouver. Yorgos moved to BC in August to join the U16 team for the 2021-22 season after a successful trial in July. The MLS Academy teams compete at the highest level of youth soccer in North America. Congratulations on the selection Yorgos and best of luck on your new journey”

Name: Anna Goodsell
Birth Year: 2008

What her coaches say: “Anna has been in our academy for close to two years and has been a wonderful addition to our program.  Anna listens very well and works diligently to improve her technical abilities.  Although quiet, she works hard and has a great attitude and is always wanting to improve. Our coaching loves working with Anna and continuing her development in the game”

Name: Ben Kroad
Birth Year: 2008

What his coaches say: “Ben has been in our academy for over three years. It has been great to see Ben continually improve and work so diligently to get better every day.  He has a great attitude and work ethic and is always listening, learning and striving to get better.  As a coach it is wonderful to work with players like this on a continual basis and see their love and passion for the game grow. Great work Ben!”

Name: Violet McDonald
Birth Year: 2009

What her coaches say: “Violet is a creative striker who can also play in wide positions. She uses her footwork and vision to elude defenders and create goal scoring chances for herself and her team. She is working to improve her left foot to become even more of a threat. She is a student of the game and always asks questions about how she can improve. You can tell she loves the game and has a very bright future”

Name: Sebastien Alain
Birth Year: 2010

What his coaches say: “Seb is a natural wingback that has good defensive awareness. He is improving his ability to join the attack. He trains hard and always plays with a smile on his face. Seb is a pleasure to coach”

Name: Jaycee Unterschute
Birth Year: 2009
What her coaches say: “Jaycee has started the program on fire! A hardworking player with an excellent eye for a pass, Jaycee has flourished playing against the boys whom she refuses to give time on the ball. Using her excellent ball control, and vision to find a pass, Jaycee rarely gives the ball away and can always be found demanding to receive it. Great job Jaycee, keep up the hard-work!”

Name: Landon Bagonluri
Birth Year: 2008
What his coaches say: “Landon has had a fantastic first month of the program since our restart. As a goalkeeper, Landon brings excellent reflexes, anticipation, and bravery to the role and can at times be unbeatable during sessions. Coupled with his excellent work rate and desire to improve, Landon is a role model for the rest of the group. Great job Landon”