2012 Canisius College Men's Soccer Media Guide by Canisius College

Ryan Arvin

Chris Berardi Fr • Clarence, N.Y.

Sr • Morristown, N.J.

Andrea Conte

Alex De Carolis

Eric DeHond

Will Hudson

Andrew Incho

Jr • Jupiter, Fla.

So • Cosenza, Italy

Kareem Gray

Fr • Sarnia, Ontario

Sr • Gasparillo, Trinidad

Jr • London, England

Justin Montero

Jared Ott

Jr • Manhattan, N.Y.

Sr • Erie, Pa.

Regan Steele

Sr • Lower Hutt, New Zealand

Ian Buzzio

So • Penfield, N.Y.

Sr • Medina, N.Y.

Asani Samuels

So • Savanna la Mar, Jamaica

Dermot McGrane Head Coach

Brandon Carnovale Sr • Baldwinsville, N.Y.

Paul Dhaliwal

Jr • Birkenhead, England

Paul Klopfer

Sr • Baldwinsville, N.Y.

Ryan Schroen

So • East Amherst, N.Y.

Kevin Brenner Assistant Coach

Jon Cary

So • Syracuse, N.Y.

Reiner Dollak

So • Ancaster, Ontario

A.C. LaFlore

Pat Conlon

So • Pittsford, N.Y.

Gavin Falconer

Sr • Waterford, Ireland

Derek Maier

So • Liverpool, N.Y.

So • Clarence, N.Y.

Zack Schwartz

Denver Spearman

Jr • Williamsville, N.Y.

Kwame Oduro Assistant Coach

So • Camlachie, Ontario

Sam Zarka Team Manager

INTRODUCTION • MEN’S SOCCER

Table of Contents

2012 Golden Griffins

Men’s Soccer History

Canisius College

Season Preview................................................................2-3 Head Coach Dermot McGrane..................................... 4 Assistant Coaches............................................................... 5 2012 Roster.......................................................................... 6 Pronunciation Guide......................................................... 6 Player Profiles................................................................7-15

2011 Season Review........................................................16 Conference Honors.........................................................17 Record Book................................................................18-20 Career Records...............................................................18 Season Records..............................................................19 Single-Game Records...................................................19 Team Records................................................................ 20 Year-by-Year Results/Series Records....................... 20

Canisius Soccer...........................................................22-23 Facilities.........................................................................24-25 MAAC............................................................................26-27 Canisius College.........................................................28-29 Academic Services.....................................................30-31 Buffalo...........................................................................32-33 Tradition of Excellence............................................34-35 Athletic Department................................................36-40

Quick Facts

Media Information

General Information

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Buffalo, NY 14208 Founded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1870 Enrollment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,369 Nickname . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golden Griffins School Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue & Gold President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John J. Hurley Athletic Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill Maher Faculty Athletic Rep . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Melissa Wanzer Athletic Dept. Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-888-2970 Athletic Dept. Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-888-3174

Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matt Reitnour Assistant Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Matt Lozar Assistant Director/Men’s Soccer Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jason Veniskey Office Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-888-8267 Cell Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 585-615-5316 E-Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . veniskej@canisius.edu Graduate Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Will Nowadly Multimedia Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Garrett Layton Office Fax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-888-8444 Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.GoGriffs.com

Team Information

GoGriffs.com

Affiliation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NCAA, Division I Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Metro Atlantic Athletic First year of sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1968 Overall all-time record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174-462-59 No. of years in NCAA tourn/last . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . None Venue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Demske Sports Complex Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,000 Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Field Turf Press Box Phone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 585-615-5316 2009 Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14-1 Conference Record/Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5-1/8th Letterwinners Returning/Lost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17/3 Starters Returning/Lost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8/3 Newcomers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

• F eatures information on all 17 Canisius College athletic teams. • Student-athlete and coaching staff biographies, up-tothe minute athletic news, game notes plus schedules and results • Live in-game statistics for all home games. • Live video and audio webcasts for select home contests. • Directions to all Canisius facilities.

Coaching Staff

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Media Guide Credits

Head Coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dermot McGrane Alma Mater/Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elmira ‘94 Record at Canisius . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Second Season Career Record (Years) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65-100-22 (10 Seasons) Soccer office phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 716-888-8461 Best time/day to reach coach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contact SID Assistant Coaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kevin Brenner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kwame Oduro Athletic Trainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Insalaco

Editor: Max Mangold & Jason Veniskey Contributors: Matt Reitnour, Matt Lozar Photography: Tom Wolf Imaging

MEN’S SOCCER • SEASON PREVIEW Forwards One area where McGrane feels confident in improvement is the team’s offensive output. The Griffs’ feature three forwards in Steele, Gavin Falconer and Asani Samuels that each bring different skill sets to the table and should keep defenses on their heels as the scoring increases. “I feel that we are going to be capable of scoring more goals this year,” McGrane said. “Gavin has improved tremendously and looks sharp. I also think that Asani Samuels – with a year under his belt – is starting to feel more comfortable. Add in Regan and his knowledge of the game and I believe that we will see an increase in goals. “The nice thing about our three forwards is that they are completely different players. They all bring unique elements and are vastly different from each other. Opposing defenses will have a hard time staying set because of our variety up front. I think all of them are a threat in front of goal.” Gavin Falconer • Sr • 15gp, 7 points, 3g, 1a, 34 shots “Gavin is a very smart player,” McGrane said. “He has great movement off the ball and a very good scoring touch. In my time coaching him, he has continued to get better and better.” Regan Steele • Sr • 18gp, 5 points, 2g, 1a, 15 shots “Regan is very good in the air,” McGrane said. “He has a great touch and really has a knack for involving other players in the game.” Asani Samuels • So • 19gp, 3 points, 1g, 1a, 28 shots “Asani has put in a ton of work in the offseason and during the summer,” McGrane said. “He has become more confident in his game and has adjusted to our team’s style of play. Asani is extremely quick and is very athletic. He has now become more confident in front of goal.”

A team captain in 2012, senior Jared Ott is one of the team’s anchor in the midfield. He recorded five points and two goals in 2011.

Midfielders The midfield unit is the Griffs’ deepest position this season, with a total of 12 players manning the middle of the field. The unit’s depth allows McGrane the luxury of playing with the desired up-tempo pace, while featuring a variety of strengths.

A new era of Canisius College men’s soccer was ushered in during the 2011 season. First-year head coach Dermot McGrane led the youngest team in the MAAC – one that featured only one senior and 11 players who made their collegiate debuts and that went through its up and downs, experiencing some growing pains throughout the campaign.

“We’ve got most of our depth in this position,” McGrane said. “We’ll have great competition for starting positions and we’ll be able to attack opponents in a number of different ways. We’re hoping to keep the tempo of the game up because we can use a lot of personnel without weakening our team.”

After gaining valuable experience last season, the challenge for 2012 is to turn those near misses into wins and compete with the best the MAAC has to offer.

Ian Buzzio • Sr • 17gp, 3 shots “We’ve seen a great amount of improvement from Ian in the past year,” McGrane said. “He is a hard worker and should contribute to our team’s success this season.”

“With the team gaining a lot of experience last season, our goal for 2012 is quite simply, to win more games,” McGrane said. “We were competitive last year in every contest. I felt we played well for the most part but we found a way to lose rather than find a way to win.

Brandon Carnovale • Sr “Brandon has tremendous work ethic,” McGrane said. “He is a versatile player and could see time on defense as well.”

“We spent a year developing a winning attitude. We had a very good spring season and now we just need to transfer it to the fall and have consistency in our play. We need to and are capable of turning those close games into wins instead of losses this year.”

Paul Klopfer • Sr • 10gp, 2 shots “Paul has shown tremendous improvement in my time here,” McGrane said. “He should see more minutes this season than he ever has.”

One of the biggest changes this season is the number of leaders that the Griffs can point toward to guide the team to success. One year after listing only one senior on the roster, Canisius now features eight players in their final season of collegiate play. McGrane is hoping that experience, centered around captains Jared Ott and Regan Steele, translates into the desired success.

Jared Ott • Sr • 19gp, 5 points, 2g, 1a, 25 shots “Jared is very comfortable on the ball,” McGrane said. “He is a big, strong player. He is one of our senior leaders this season and one of our more experienced players. We will count on him a lot and he will be a focal point for us in the middle of the field.”

“We only had one senior last year and to be successful at this level, a team needs senior leadership from a number of different voices,” McGrane said. “In the spring, we did a lot of work with our captains – basically teaching them how to be a leader and how to be a captain. So far, they are really stepping up well. That will make a huge difference.”

Will Hudson • Jr • 19gp, 4 points, 1g, 2a, 17 shots “We’ve used Will in a number of different places and we feel that he is best suited to play in the midfield,” McGrane said. “He is very hard working. He is a great defender and does a great job of possessing of the ball.” Zack Schwartz • Jr • 10gp, 2 points, 1g, 6 shots (2010) “Zack is another player that we can use in a number of places and is very versatile,” McGrane said. “He has a tremendous work ethic and should compete for playing time.”

The experience and leadership is now there for the Griffs to succeed and McGrane is expecting that, coupled with a top-rate work ethic, is what takes the Griffs from a number of near misses in 2011 to wins in 2012.

Jon Cary • So • 19gp, 10 shots “Jon is a big athlete and is very good on the ball,” McGrane said. “He has good awareness on the field and is a strong tackler. He can play in the midfield or on defense and will probably see time in both areas.”

“We didn’t score enough goals and we gave up too many last season,” McGrane said. “It is not a winning combination. With the work that we have put in the past year, I can see that trend reversing in 2012. This is the most hard-working team that I have ever had the pleasure to coach. Every day we have stepped on the practice field, the intensity has been tremendous. The players have pushed each other to the limit every single day and I don’t think we’ll see a team during the season that will outwork us.”

Pat Conlon • So • 16gp, 1 shot “Pat has improved a lot in the past year,” McGrane said. “He is good on the ball and definitely has the ability to take defenders on and score goals.”

SEASON PREVIEW • MEN’S SOCCER

A second-year captain, Regan Steele netted two goals to go along with an assist in 2011.

Ryan Schroen looks to anchor the defensive unit in his second collegiate season.

Andrea Conte • So • 16gp, 1a, 5 shots “Andrea is solid technically,” McGrane said. “He is a quick midfielder who is dangerous going toward goal.”

Ryan Arvin posted a 1.36 goals against average in 2011, the fourth-best mark in school history.

A.C. LaFlore • So • 13gp, 1 shot “A.C. is a big, tough competitor,” McGrane said. “He is very good in the air and a very strong tackler. He has improved technically in the past year and is ready to take the next step.”

Derek Maier • So • 18gp, 10 shots “Derek is another attacking midfielder that is very quick,” McGrane said. “He can take on defenders and find the back of the net.”

Ryan Schroen • So • 18gp, 1 shot “Ryan is a tremendous defender and the leader of our back line,” McGrane said. “He reads the game incredibly well and puts himself in a position were he never gets caught out.”

Denver Spearman • So • 19gp, 6 points, 2g, 2a, 39 shots “Denver was the team’s Rookie of the Year last year,” McGrane said. “He has a tireless work rate and is one of the most coachable players you’ll ever find. He continues to improve at each practice and I see him being able to get on the scoresheet for us a lot this year.”

Alex De Carolis • Fr • Sarnia, Ontario “Alex is similar to Andrew Incho on the outside,” McGrane said. “He is a big and quick attacking left back. He likes to get in the attack immediately and has the work rate to get back defensively and not get caught out of position.”

Chris Berardi • Fr • Clarence, N.Y. “Chris has a great understanding of the game and has great speed,” McGrane said. “He is very good moving forward and taking defenders on.”

Goalkeepers The goaltending position is another unit that the Griffs have the luxury of a number of capable starters. Canisius features four goaltenders who can anchor the defensive unit and lead the team to success.

Defenders Experience is the key for the defense in 2012. The team’s youngest position in 2011, the Griffs’ defensive unit looks to take the next step by limiting their mistakes.

“We are in the fortunate position of having four very good goalkeepers and it could be the most intense battle for playing time on our team,” McGrane said. “At this point, our staff is keeping an open mind on who is going to be the number one. We are using the three weeks of preseason and the first few games of the year to figure out who is the best guy for the job and who gives us the best chances for success.”

“A lot of the goals that we gave up last year were mental mistakes on our part,” McGrane said. “With more experience on the back line, we expect to have fewer mental mistakes that resulted in goals being put past us.” Leading the way is the sophomore duo of A.C. LaFlore and Ryan Schroen, who will anchor the unit as center backs. Having spent their first season at Canisius building a strong connection, McGrane is looking to build on that to provide a solid foundation.

Senior Kareem Gray and junior Ryan Arvin split time as the team’s last line of defense in 2011, while sophomores Eric DeHond and Reiner Dollak will also compete for playing time.

“Ryan and A.C. formed a good partnership last season and that year of experience will go a long way this year,” McGrane said. “In preseason, they are already starting to stand out a little more and take charge of the defense.”

Kareem Gray • Sr • 11gp, 2.15 gaa, .667 sv pct. “Kareem has very good size and is a great shot stopper,” McGrane said. “He communicates well to his defense and has good distribution.”

Andrew Incho • Sr • 18gp, 2 points, 1g, 10 shots “Andrew is excelling in his new position of right back,” McGrane said. “We recognized his athleticism and thought he would prove more valuable on defense. He is great in the air and reads the game well. His movement off the ball is good and when we tried him in the back, it was perfect.”

Ryan Arvin • Jr • 10gp, 1.36 gaa, .745 sv pct. “What he lacks in size, Ryan makes up in aggression,” McGrane said. “He has a great understanding of the game, has very good footwork and is a really good shot stopper.” Reiner Dollak • So “Reiner has improved a lot in the year he has been here,” McGrane said. “He has the ability to do all facets of the position well but still needs to develop some more consistency.”

Paul Dhaliwal • Jr “Paul can fill in either at center or left back,” McGrane said. “He is a versatile player and will compete for playing time this season.”

Eric DeHond • So • 1.07 gaa, .838 sv pct. (Houghton College) “Eric has very good size for a goalkeeper and is also a very good shot stopper,” McGrane said. “He gets a lot of distance from kicks and is very comfortable in crosses. The more he is getting used to the players in front of him, the more comfortable he is looking.”

Justin Montero • Jr • 14gp, 2 points, 1g, 7 shots (2010) “Justin is another versatile player that will see action as a center or right back and can also prove to be valuable in the midfield,” McGrane said. “He gives us a lot of options and will fight for increased minutes.”

MEN’S SOCCER • HEAD COACH

Dermot McGrane Second Season Elmira ‘94 One of the most successful head coaches in the MAAC, Dermot McGrane became the 14th coach of Canisius College men’s soccer program on Jan. 21, 2011. Now in his second season leading the Golden Griffins, the twotime MAAC Coach of the Year spent the previous nine years turning Niagara University into one of the top programs in the league. The winningest head coach in Purple Eagles history, McGrane took the Niagara program to new heights during his tenure. He inherited a team that won only 27 games in the 11 seasons prior to his arrival and then took the Purple Eagles to six MAAC Championship Tournament appearances, including the program’s first title game in 2009. Overall, McGrane led Niagara to 61 wins in his nine seasons, including 39 conference victories and seven seasons of at least a .500 winning percentage versus MAAC foes. His success with the Purple Eagles did not gone unnoticed by his peers. McGrane earned MAAC Coach of the Year accolades in back-to-back seasons following the 2005 and 2006 campaigns. His 2008 team also spent the entire season ranked in the top four of the North Atlantic Region and received votes in the national poll in numerous weeks. McGrane’s 2006 and 2008 teams also finished the year ranked in the top 10 nationally in scoring offense. Under his leadership, McGrane guided a number of players to individual success. McGrane coached and recruited two MAAC Players of the Year, one MAAC Rookie of the Year, 15 regional All-Americans plus 25 all-conference student-athletes at Niagara. Performance away from the soccer pitch has been just as important during his tenure. His team posted a GPA of 3.0 or higher every season and McGrane mentored 60 MAAC All-Academic selections in addition to 10 NSCAA Scholar-Athletes. Prior to his time at Niagara, McGrane spent five seasons as the top assistant coach at Coastal Carolina University. With the Chanticleers, McGrane helped build the program into a perennial power. He recruited three players drafted into the MLS, including the third overall selection in 2003, and six All-Americans. Coastal Carolina captured three Big South Championships and one NCAA Tournament appearance during McGrane’s term. McGrane’s first collegiate coaching position was as an assistant coach at Western Kentucky from 1995 to 1997. He helped the Hilltoppers to their first Sun Belt Conference Championship in 1995. McGrane has also held coaching positions on the Region III staff for the United States Olympic Development Program from 2000 to 2002 and as the head coach of South Carolina for the U.S. ODP from 1997 to 2002. A native of Leicester, England, McGrane holds his “A” license from the USSF and his Advanced National Diploma from the NSCAA. McGrane played four seasons at Elmira College, earning NCAA All-North Region honors, the Elmira College Booster Club MVP and the school’s Male Athlete of the Year accolades. A 1994 graduate of Elmira College, McGrane received his bachelor’s degree in psychology. He also earned his master’s in recreation management from Western Kentucky in 1997. McGrane and his wife, Patricia, reside in Niagara Falls with their 12-year old daughter, Ciara.

The McGrane File Coaching Career 1995-97 1997-02 2002-10 2011-

Western Kentucky Assistant Coach Coastal Carolina Assistant Coach Niagara University Head Coach Canisius College Head Coach

Playing Career 1990-93

Elmira College

Honors 2005 MAAC Coach of the Year 2006 MAAC Coach of the Year

Players Coached 1999 Big South Player of the Year 1999 Big South Rookie of the Year 1999 Big South Scholar-Athlete of the Year 2000 Big South Rookie of the Year 2003 Soccer America & Soccer Times National Player of the Year 2006 MAAC Player of the Year 2008 MAAC Rookie of the Year

McGrane Year-by-Year 2002 Niagara 2003 Niagara 2004 Niagara 2005 Niagara 2006 Niagara 2007 Niagara 2008 Niagara 2009 Niagara 2010 Niagara 2011 Canisius TOTALS

W L T 6 9 2 4 12 2 4 13 2 9 9 1 7 7 4 6 11 2 11 6 3 7 10 3 7 9 2 4 14 1 65 100 22

ASST COACHES • MEN’S SOCCER

Kevin Brenner Assistant Coach Second Season Buffalo State ‘04 Kevin Brenner is in his second season with the Golden Griffin men’s soccer program, serving as an assistant coach with the team. “I have known Kevin for a number of years and I’m excited about having him be a part of our staff,” said Canisius head coach Dermot McGrane. “Kevin is a tireless recruiter and is passionate about the game of soccer. He brings a wealth of experience with him and will a valuable asset to our program as we turn Canisius into a championship-winning team.” Brenner also serves as the head coach with Empire Buffalo, which is a member of the US Soccer Developmental Academy and participates in the US Soccer Region 1 League. In addition, he served as the scouting director and was a reserve player of the Queen City Football Club of the NPSL from 2006 to 2008.

Brenner joined Canisius after spending six seasons as an assistant coach with Buffalo State, helping lead the program to its highest winning percentage in 23 years. With the Bengals, Brenner assisted with the day-to-day operations of the program and training sessions, while serving as the team’s recruiting coordinator from 2007 to 2010.

A member of the NSCAA, Brenner holds a USSF National D license, while completing his NSCAA Advanced Regional Diploma and his NSCAA National Diploma.

A two-year captain at Buffalo State, Brenner led the Bengals to a regional ranking of fourth during his senior campaign and an 11-5-2 record, the team’s best mark in 20 seasons. He finished the campaign ranked third on the team in points and led the Bengals in game-winning tallies.

A native of Plattsburgh, N.Y., Brenner captained the Hornets during his high school career and is a two-time All-Champlain Valley First Team selection. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business management with a minor in business economics from Buffalo State in 2004 and is currently pursuing his master’s in applied economics and finance.

After finishing his playing career at Buffalo State, Brenner served as the head coach of Amherst soccer from 2005 to 2008, winning two BWNYJSL titles and guiding the team to the quarterfinals of the 2008 New York State Cup.

Kwame Oduro Assistant Coach Second Season Niagara ‘07 Kwame Oduro is in his second season as assistant coach with Golden Griffin men’s soccer program. A former standout player in the MAAC for Niagara, Oduro joined Canisius after spending two seasons as an assistant coach with Division II Nyack College. During his tenure with the Warriors, Oduro helped the team capture its first CACC Championship in 2009, while also mentoring three All-Americans. Oduro was a member of the Purple Eagles from 2004 to 2006, helping Niagara earn back-to-back MAAC Tournament bids for the first time in the program’s history during his junior and senior campaigns. In 2006, Oduro captained the Purple Eagles to one of the most successful seasons in school history. Niagara placed second in the MAAC standings, the program’s highest finish, and ranked fifth in the NSCAA North Atlantic Region. He was named to the MAAC All-Tournament Team and also earned team MVP honors following the season.

North Division Rookie of the Year honors. After graduating from Niagara, Oduro played one season with the Cleveland Internationals of the PDL in 2007. He currently holds a NSCAA National Coaching Diploma.

Overall, Oduro totaled 38 points, 17 goals and four assists in his three seasons at Niagara, placing him in the top 10 in the school’s record book in both career points and career goals. Oduro also spent one season at Houghton College, totaling 29 points and 13 goals in 2003. He helped lead the Highlanders to a NAIA national ranking of 24th, while earning American Mideast Conference

Oduro earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Niagara in 2007. He was a two-time MAAC All-Academic Team honoree, while also earning selection to the 2005 ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District Second Team. Oduro also owns a master’s degree in organizational leadership.

MEN’S SOCCER • 2012 ROSTER

Numerical Roster No. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 22 23 25 26 27

Name Ryan Arvin Kareem Gray Zack Schwartz A.C. LaFlore Ryan Schroen Jared Ott Ian Buzzio Andrew Incho Regan Steele Asani Samuels Alex De Carolis Jon Cary Andrea Conte Paul Klopfer Denver Spearman Derek Maier Justin Montero Chris Berardi Will Hudson Pat Conlon Brandon Carnovale Gavin Falconer Paul Dhaliwal Reiner Dollak Eric DeHond

Cl. Jr. Sr. Jr. So. So. Sr. Sr. Sr. Sr. So. Fr. So. So. Sr. So. So. Jr. Fr. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. Jr. So. So.

Roster Breakdown Pos. GK GK M D D M M D F F D M M M M M D M M M M F D GK GK

Ht. 5-10 6-3 5-9 6-1 5-11 5-11 5-8 6-1 6-0 6-5 6-1 6-0 5-7 6-0 6-0 5-8 6-1 5-10 6-1 5-11 5-10 5-11 6-3 6-3 6-5

Wt. 180 184 168 185 150 175 155 167 170 175 175 175 140 165 170 155 170 145 169 155 175 185 150 190 200

Hometown/Previous Team Jupiter, Fla./Jupiter Gasparillo, Trinidad/University of District Columbia Williamsville, N.Y./Williamsville South Liverpool, N.Y./Liverpool East Amherst, N.Y./Clarence Erie, Pa./Mercyhurst Prep Morristown, N.J./St. Peter’s Prep Medina, N.Y./Medina Lower Hutt, New Zealand/Hutt Valley Savanna la Mar, Jamaica/Mannings School Sarnia, Ontario/St. Christopher Catholic Syracuse, N.Y./Cicero-North Syracuse Cosenza, Italy/Fox Chapel Baldwinsville, N.Y./Baldwinsville Camlachie, Ontario/St. Clair Clarence, N.Y./Clarence Manhattan, N.Y./Xavier Clarence, N.Y./Clarence London, England/Dr. Challoner’s Grammar School Pittsford, N.Y./McQuaid Baldwinsville, N.Y./Oswego/Baker Waterford, Ireland/University College Dublin Birkenhead, England/The Whitby High School Ancaster, Ontario/Bishop Ridley Penfield, N.Y./Houghton College/Penfield

Head Coach: Dermot McGrane (Elmira ’94), Second season Assistant Coach: Kevin Brenner (Buffalo State ’04), Second Season; Kwame Oduro (Niagara ’07), Second Season Captains: Jared Ott, Regan Steele

Alphabetical Roster No. 0 18 6 22 12 20 13 11 27 25 26 23 1 19 8 14 3 16 17 5 10 4 2 15 9

Name Ryan Arvin Chris Berardi Ian Buzzio Brandon Carnovale Jon Cary Pat Conlon Andrea Conte Alex De Carolis Eric DeHond Paul Dhaliwal Reiner Dollak Gavin Falconer Kareem Gray Will Hudson Andrew Incho Paul Klopfer A.C. LaFlore Derek Maier Justin Montero Jared Ott Asani Samuels Ryan Schroen Zack Schwartz Denver Spearman Regan Steele

Cl. Jr. Fr. Sr. Sr. So. So. So. Fr. So. Jr. So. Sr. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. So. Jr. Sr. So. So. Jr. So. Sr.

Pos. GK M M M M M M D GK D GK F GK M D M D M D M F D M M F

Ht. 5-10 5-10 5-8 5-10 6-0 5-11 5-7 6-1 6-5 6-3 6-3 5-11 6-3 6-1 6-1 6-0 6-1 5-8 6-1 5-11 6-5 5-11 5-9 6-0 6-0

Wt. 180 145 155 175 175 155 140 175 200 150 190 185 184 169 167 165 185 155 170 175 175 150 168 170 170

Hometown/Previous Team Jupiter, Fla./Jupiter Clarence, N.Y./Clarence Morristown, N.J./St. Peter’s Prep Baldwinsville, N.Y./Oswego/Baker Syracuse, N.Y./Cicero-North Syracuse Pittsford, N.Y./McQuaid Cosenza, Italy/Fox Chapel Sarnia, Ontario/St. Christopher Catholic Penfield, N.Y./Houghton College/Penfield Birkenhead, England/The Whitby High School Ancaster, Ontario/Bishop Ridley Waterford, Ireland/University College Dublin Gasparillo, Trinidad/University of District Columbia London, England/Dr. Challoner’s Grammar School Medina, N.Y./Medina Baldwinsville, N.Y./Baldwinsville Liverpool, N.Y./Liverpool Clarence, N.Y./Clarence Manhattan, N.Y./Xavier Erie, Pa./Mercyhurst Prep Savanna la Mar, Jamaica/Mannings School East Amherst, N.Y./Clarence Williamsville, N.Y./Williamsville South Camlachie, Ontario/St. Clair Lower Hutt, New Zealand/Hutt Valley

By Class Freshman....................................... 2 Sophomore.................................10 Junior.............................................. 5 Senior.............................................. 8 By Position Forward.......................................... 3 Midfield.......................................12 Defense.......................................... 6 Goalkeeper................................... 4 By Region United States.............................15 Florida......................................... 1 New Jersey................................ 1 New York.................................12 Pennsylvania.............................. 1 International...............................10 Canada........................................ 3 England....................................... 2 Ireland......................................... 1 Italy............................................... 1 Jamaica....................................... 1 New Zealand............................. 1 Trinidad....................................... 1 Pronunciation Guide Carnovale................... carn-O-val Conte.............................. CON-tee De Carolis..........DEE-care-oh-lis Dhaliwal....................doll-EE-wall Reiner (Dollak)..............RAIN-er Falconer.......................FAULK-ner Incho...................................INK-oh LaFlore...............................la-FLUR Maier..................................... MYER Schroen............................SHRAIN Asani (Samuels)...... ah-sahn-EE Regan (Steele).............. ree-GAN

PLAYER PROFILES • MEN’S SOCCER 2011 • Sophomore Year

Ryan Arvin

Appeared in 10 games with nine starting assignments in goal.•Posted a 2-6-1 record with a 1.36 goals against average and .745 save percentage.• Named MAAC Defensive Player of the Week after a 1-0-1 week against Siena and Marist. Registered a 0.45 goals against average and .917 save percentage in the two games.• Earned his first collegiate victory with five saves in a 2-1 overtime victory against the Saints.• Followed with a career-high six stops in a 0-0 draw with the Red Foxes, recording his first collegiate shutout.• Posted six saves in his first collegiate start against Delaware, including one stop on a penalty kick.

#0 • Goalkeeper Junior 5-10 / 180

2010 • Freshman Year

Jupiter, Fla.

Did not appear in any games as a rookie.

Jupiter H.S.

Before Canisius Earned four letters at Jupiter High School.• Received honorable mention to the ESPN Rise All-America Team.• Earned first-team all-state, all-area and allcounty accolades during his senior season.• Played in 23 games, posting nine shutouts and a 0.69 goals against average in addition to five assists.• Named Team MVP during his senior season and earned Defensive Player of the Year accolades as a sophomore and junior.

Personal Born Nov. 6, 1991 in Middletown, Conn.• Son of Barry Arvin and Maureen Magee-Arvin• Mother attended Canisius.• Majoring in political science.

Arvin’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min GA Avg Saves Sv. Pct. 2010 - - - - - - 2011 10-9 859:09 13 1.36 38 .745 Totals 10-9 859:09 13 1.36 38 .745

W-L - 2-6 2-6

Chris Berardi

Ian Buzzio

#18 • Midfield

#6 • Midfield

Freshman

Senior

5-10 / 145

5-8 / 155

Clarence, N.Y.

Morristown, N.J.

Clarence H.S.

St. Peter’s Prep

T Sho Pts - - 1 1 0 1 1 0

Before Canisius

2011 • Junior Year

Before Canisius

Three-year starter at Clarence High School • Totaled 12 goals during his senior campaign and 15 tallies as a junior • Named to the NSCAA High School AllRegion II Team • Earned first-team all-state accolades • Two-time selection to the All-Western New York First Team.

Appeared in 17 contests with five starting assignments. • Registered three shots during the season • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

Personal

2010 • Sophomore Year

Earned three letters at St. Peter’s Prep. • Totaled 12 goals and seven assists. • Team captain during his senior season. • Earned third-team all-state accolades in 2008. • Three-time allcounty selection, including first-team honors as a senior.

Played in four games, starting one contest. • Registered two shots during the season. • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

Born May 23, 1994 • Son of Charles and Elaine Berardi • Two brothers, Pat and Scott • Pat also attended Canisius and was a member of the rugby club team • Majoring in business.

2009 • Freshman Year Appeared in 10 games with one starting assignment. • Scored a goal in his second collegiate game against Robert Morris.

Personal Born September 6, 1990 in Morristown, N.J. • Son of Marc and Stacey. • Two brothers, Justin and Drew. • Drew played soccer for the University of Rhode Island. • Majoring in history.

Buzzio’s Career Statistics

Year GP-GS 2009 10-1 2010 4-1 2011 17-5 Totals 31-7

G A Pts Shots GWG 1 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 2 7 0

MEN’S SOCCER • PLAYER PROFILES

Brandon Carnovale

Jon Cary

#22 • Midfield

#12 • Midfield

Senior

Sophomore

5-10 / 175

6-0 / 175

Baldwinsville, N.Y.

Syracuse, N.Y.

SUNY Oswego

Cicero-North Syracuse H.S.

2011 • Junior Year

2011 • Freshman Year

Personal

Did not appear in any games during the 2011 season.

Appeared in 19 games as a rookie, starting 12 contests in the midfield. • Registered 10 shots during the season, including a season-high three against Robert Morris.

Born August 3, 1992. • Son of Steve and Cindy. • Four siblings - Robbie, Chris, Rachel and Schuyler. • Majoring in marketing.

Before Canisius Attended SUNY Oswego for two years. • Played in 30 games with 16 starts at Oswego, totaling one goal and one assist. • Earned three letters at Baker High School. • Named to the All-CNY Team in 2008. • Led the Bees to their first sectional title, scoring the game-winning goal in overtime in the finals.

Before Canisius Earned three letters at Cicero-North Syracuse High School. • Named to the All-CNY First Team in 2009 and 2010. • Recorded six goals and four assists during his senior season.

Personal Born May 19, 1990. • Son of Frank and Denise Carnovale. • Two sisters, Christina and Gina. • Majoring in finance.

Cary’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 19-12 0 0 0 10 0 Totals 19-12 0 0 0 10 0

Pat Conlon #20 • Midfield Sophomore 5-11 / 155 Pittsford, N.Y. McQuaid H.S. 2011 • Freshman Year Appeared in 16 contests during his rookie season, starting four games. • Recorded a shot against Saint Peter’s.

Before Canisius Played three years at McQuaid High School, leading the Knights to the 2009 Section V Championship. • Recorded 11 goals and seven assists as a senior. • Named the team’s Offensive Player of the Year. • Earned first-team all-league honors in 2010 and second-team all-county accolades in 2009. • Also received honorable mention to the All-Greater Rochester Team as a senior. • Named to the Section V All-Star Team in 2010.

Conlon’s Career Statistics

Personal

Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2010 16-4 0 0 0 1 0 Totals 16-4 0 0 0 1 0

Born May 5, 1993 • Son of Robert and Anita • Two siblings, Chris and Genny • Majoring in education.

PLAYER PROFILES • MEN’S SOCCER

Andrea Conte #13 • Midfield Sophomore 5-7 / 140 Cosenza, Italy Fox Chapel H.S. 2011 • Freshman Year Appeared in 16 games during his rookie season, starting three contests. • Registered an assist on the game-winning goal at local rival St. Bonaventure, helping the Griffs to their first-ever win in Olean.

Before Canisius Earned three letters at Fax Chapel High School in Pittsburgh, Pa. • Led the team with 19 goals during his senior season. • Named the Sectional Player of the Year. • Also earned all-state, all-section and all-league accolades.

Personal Born November 19, 1992. • Son of Bruno and Lidia Conte. • One brother, Salvatore. • Majoring in international business.

Conte’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 16-3 0 1 1 5 0 Totals 16-3 0 1 1 5 0

Alex De Carolis

Chris Berardi

#11 • Defense

#27 • Goalkeeper

Freshman

Sophomore

6-1 / 175

6-5 / 200

Sarnia, Ontario

Penfield, N.Y.

St. Christopher Catholic

Houghton College/Penfield

Before Canisius

Played five seasons at St. Christopher Catholic Secondary School • Led the Cyclones to one provincial championship, three regional titles and three city championships • Totaled 12 goals, including the game-winning tally in the provincial championship, and six assists in 15 games during his senior season • Also played basketball at St. Christopher, helping the team to four regional and city championships.

Spent the 2011 season at Houghton College • Posted a 1.07 goals against and .838 save percentage in his one season with the Highlanders • Collected AMC Rookie of the Year honors and first-team all-conference accolades • Earned two letters at Penfield High School • Collected All-Greater Rochester honors as a senior after posting a 0.70 goals against average • Also selected to the All-Monroe County First Team.

Personal

Born September 24, 1992 • Son of Dino and Lidia De Carolis • Two siblings, Pierina and Angelo • Majoring in criminal justice.

Born May 7, 1993 • Son of Craig and Marcia • Two siblings, Stephanie and Noah.

MEN’S SOCCER • PLAYER PROFILES

Paul Dhaliwal

Reiner Dollak

#25 • Defense

#26 • Goalkeeper

Junior

Sophomore

6-3 / 150

6-3 / 190

Birkenhead, England

Ancaster, Ontario

The Whitby School

Bishop Ridley

2011 • Sophomore Year

2011 • Freshman Year

Did not appear in any games during the 2011 season.

Did not see any action as a freshman.

2010 • Freshman Year

Before Canisius

Did not see any action as a freshman.

Before Canisius

Played two years at Bishop Ridley. • Served as the team captain during his senior campaign. • Also played two seasons at Bishop Tonnos High School and two seasons with his club team, the St. Catharines Concord.

Played five seasons at The Whitby High School. • Tallied 11 goals and five assists. • Posted three Man of the Match performances.

Personal

Born May 21, 1993. • Son of John and Barbara Dollak. • One sister, Stefanie. • Majoring in business.

Born July 31, 1991. • Son of Tarsem and Susan Dhaliwal • One sibling, Sami. • Majoring in marketing.

Gavin Falconer #23 • Forward Senior 5-11/ 185 Waterford, Ireland University College Dublin 2011 • Redshirt Junior Year Played in 15 games with 12 starting assignments. • Led the Griffs with seven points and three goals. • Registered his first career goal in his second collegiate game, scoring on a free kick at local rival St. Bonaventure. • Netted overtime game-winning tallies against MAAC foes Siena and Rider. • First player in the program’s history to score two overtime goals in the same season. • Also registered an assist in the MAAC Tournament versus Rider. • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

2010 • Junior Year Did not appear in any games as a junior.

Before Canisius Played two seasons at University College Dublin. • Helped lead team to Collingwood Cup in 2009 and 2010. • Also a member of the League of Ireland U-20 Champions. • Represented the Ireland U-18 Team against Malta.

Falconer’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2010 - - - - - 2011 15-12 3 1 7 34 2 Totals 15-12 3 1 7 34 2

Personal Born January 27, 1990. • Son on John and Milda. • Two siblings, Vikki and Darcey. • Majoring in sport management.

PLAYER PROFILES • MEN’S SOCCER

Kareem Gray #1 • Goalkeeper Senior 6-3/ 184 Gasparillo, Trinidad University of District Columbia 2011 • Junior Year

Before Canisius

Team captain. • Appeared in 11 games with 10 starting assignments in goal. • Posted a goals against average of 2.15 and a save percentage of .667. • Recorded a career-best 10 saves in the season opener against Cal State Northridge. • Totaled nine saves in back-to-back victories over local rivals St. Bonaventure and Buffalo with the win against St. Bonaventure being the first for Canisius in Olean in program history.

Played one season at the University of District Columbia, posting a .724 save percentage. • Member of the St. Benedicts team for three seasons. • Named a Top Five U-16 Player.

Personal Born Oct. 9, 1988. • Son of Rawle and Judy Gray. • Two siblings, Osie and Jabari. • Majoring in marketing.

2010 • Sophomore Year Started 15 games in goal for the Griffs. • Posted a goals against average of 1.52 to go along with a save percentage of .753. • Became the first Canisius goalie to record three shutouts in conference play since John Ford during the 1996 season. • Stopped a season-high nine shots in a 4-0 victory against Manhattan and a 1-1 draw at Syracuse. • Recorded eight saves in a 1-0 win against Fairfield, helping the Griffs earn their second victory in 23 all-time meetings with the Stags. • Also registered four saves, including one on a penalty kick, to lead Canisius to a 1-0 win against Rider.

Gray’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS Min GA Avg Saves Sv. Pct. W-L T Sho Pts 2010 15-15 1364:04 23 1.25 70 7.53 3-11 1 3 0 2011 11-10 880:23 21 2.15 42 .667 2-8 0 0 0 Totals 26-15 2244:27 43 1.72 112 .723 5-19 1 3 0

Will Hudson #19 • Midfield Junior 6-1 / 169 London, England Dr. Challoner’s Grammar School 2011 • Sophomore Year

Before Canisius

Appeared in 19 games with 12 starting assignments on defense. • Tallied four points on a goal and two assists. • Netted his first collegiate goal at San Diego State. • Registered an assist on the game-winning overtime goal against MAAC foe Siena. • Also posted an assist in the MAAC Tournament versus Rider.

Member of the U-16 and U-18 Buckinghamshire County School Team. • Helped team to U-18 country championship in 2008.

2010 • Freshman Year

Personal Born August 22, 1990. • Son of Trevor and Linda. • Four siblings, Natasha, Aimee, Ella and Joe. • Majoring in marketing.

Hudson’s Career Statistics

Only rookie and one of three players overall to appear in all 17 games. • Started 14 games, splitting time between the midfield and defense. • Registered 15 shots during the season.

Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2010 17-14 0 0 0 15 0 2011 19-12 1 2 4 17 0 Totals 36-26 1 2 4 32 0

MEN’S SOCCER • PLAYER PROFILES

Andrew Incho #8 • Defense Senior 6-1/167 Medina, N.Y. Medina H.S. 2011 • Junior Year

Before Canisius

Appeared in 18 games with 12 starting assignments. • Netted the game-winning goal at local rival Buffalo. • His volleyed shot from 25 yards out was named the second-best play of the day on ESPN’s SportsCenter.

Earned three letters at Medina High School. • Totaled nine goals and four assists during his senior season. • Named team’s Offensive MVP. • Earned all-league honors in 2007 and 2008. • Also a member of the baseball team at Medina.

2010 • Sophomore Year Played in 12 games, starting one contest. • Totaled three points on a goal and an assist. • Netted his first collegiate goal at Delaware. • Also posted an assist in a win at MAAC foe Manhattan.

Personal Born Jan. 24, 1991. • Son of Jonathan and Cindy. • Majoring in communications.

Incho’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS 2009 - 2010 12-1 2011 18-2 Totals 31-3

2009 • Freshman Year Did not appear in any games during his rookie season.

G A Pts Shots GWG - - - - 1 1 3 9 0 1 0 2 10 1 2 1 5 19 1

Paul Klopfer

A.C. LaFlore

#14 • Midfield

#3 • Defense

Senior

Sophomore

6-0 / 165

6-1 / 185

Baldwinsville, N.Y.

Liverpool, N.Y.

Baldwinsville H.S.

Liverpool H.S.

2011 • Junior Year

Before Canisius

2011 • Freshman Year

Appeared in 10 games with three starting assignments. • Registered two shots during the season • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

Earned three letters at Baldwinsville High School. • Posted nine goals and 33 assists during his career, including five goals and 15 assists as a senior. • Earned first-team all-county and firstteam all-league honors.

• Appeared in 13 games as a rookie, starting nine contests on defense. • Helped the Griffs earn a shutout against MAAC foe Marist. • Registered one shot on goal during the season.

Personal

Before Canisius

2010 • Sophomore Year Played in three games. • Made his first collegiate start at Dayton, registering one shot. • Named to the MAAC AllAcademic Team.

2009 • Freshman Year Did not appear in any games.

Born June 9 , 1991 in Syracuse, N.Y. • Son of Fred and Donna Klopfer. • Two siblings, Kelsey and James. • Majoring in accounting.

• Played four seasons at Liverpool High School. • Two-time team captain for the Warriors. • Collected three goals and five assists as a senior,

Klopfer’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS 2009 - 2010 3-1 2011 10-3 Totals 13-4

earning team MVP honors. • Earned All-CNY Second Team and All-CNYCL National League First Team accolades.

Personal • Born October 7, 1993. • Son of

Allan and Valerie. • Three siblings Mitchell, Alana and Beau. • Majoring in psychology.

LaFlore’s Career Statistics

G A Pts Shots GWG - - - - 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 3 0

Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 13-9 0 0 0 1 0 Totals 13-9 0 0 0 1 0

PLAYER PROFILES • MEN’S SOCCER

Derek Maier

Justin Montero

#16 • Midfield

#17 • Defense

Sophomore

Junior

5-8 / 155

6-1/ 170

Clarence, N.Y.

Manhattan, N.Y.

Clarence H.S.

Xavier H.S.

2011 • Freshman Year Appeared in 18 games as a rookie, starting five matches. • Registered 10 shots.

Before Canisius Earned three letters at Clarence High School, helping lead the Red Devils to the New York State AA Semifinals in all three years. • Totaled 30 goals and 23 assists during his career. • Recorded 14 goals and 12 assists as a senior, earning team MVP accolades. • Named to the all-state team following his senior campaign. • Two-time selection to the All-WNY and All-ECIC teams. • Played

under Griffs head coach Dermot McGrane with the Empire United Soccer Club and was also a member of the NYS West Region I ODP.

2011 • Sophomore Year

Personal

Appeared in 14 games with one starting assignment. • Scored his first collegiate goal against local rival St. Bonaventure.

Did not appear in any games during the 2011 season.

2010 • Freshman Year

Born February 11, 1993. • Son of Mark and Sherrill Maier. • Mark played football at the University at Buffalo. • One sister, Brooke. • Grandfather, Chuck Williams, coached the Canisius football team from 1995 to 1999. • Majoring in psychology.

fielder. • Earned Team MVP honors. • Also received all-area, all-league and all-city accolades. • Totaled 14 goals and six assists.

Personal Born April, 15, 1992. • Son of James and Adelaide. • Two siblings, Trystan and Ethan. • Majoring in management.

Before Canisius Earned four letters at Xavier High School. • Named CHSAA Best Mid-

Montero’s Career Statistics

Maier’s Career Statistics

Year GP-GS 2010 14-1 2011 - Totals 14-1

Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 18-5 0 0 0 10 0 Totals 18-5 0 0 0 10 0

G A Pts Shots GWG 1 0 2 7 0 - - - - 1 0 2 7 0

Jared Ott #5 • Midfield Senior 5-11/ 175 Erie, Pa. Mercyhurst Prep 2011 • Junior Year

2009 • Freshman Year

Played in all 19 games as a junior, starting 17 contests in the midfield. • Recorded five points on two goals and one assist. • Netted his first collegiate goal at Syracuse. • Also added a score in a 2-1 win at local rival Buffalo. • Registered an assist against MAAC foe Fairfield. • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

• Played in 10 games, making two starts. Recorded two shots during his rookie season, both at Duquesne.

2010 • Sophomore Year

Personal

Appeared in 11 games with six starting assignments. • Totaled 11 shots during the season. • Named to the MAAC AllAcademic Team.

Before Canisius Played four seasons at Mercyhurst Prep. • Earned all-county and all-region accolades during his career.

Ott’s Career Statistics

Born April 23, 1991 in Erie, Pa. • Son of John and Jennifer Ott. • Two sisters, Lauren and Emily, and one brother, Josh. • Lauren played soccer at Duquesne. • Majoring in anthropology.

Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2009 10-2 0 0 0 2 0 2010 11-6 0 0 0 11 0 2011 19-17 2 1 5 25 0 Totals 40-25 2 1 5 38 0

MEN’S SOCCER • PLAYER PROFILES

Asani Samuels #10 • Forward Sophomore 6-5/ 175 Savanna la Mar, Jamaica Mannings School 2011 • Freshman Year Appeared in all 19 games as a rookie, starting seven contests. • Registered three points on a goal and an a assist. • Netted his first career goal against MAAC foe Manhattan. • Added an assist in non-conference action versus Cleveland State.

Before Canisius Played three seasons at Mannings School. • Earned team MVP honors as a senior. • Totaled seven goals and three assists during his senior campaign. • Also a member of the Sandals Whitehouse club team, helping the squad to the Division I Championship and to the semifinals of the Flow Champions Cup.

Samuels’ Career Statistics Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 19-7 1 1 3 28 0 Totals 19-7 1 1 3 28 0

Personal Born March 20, 1992. • Son of Delrose Samuels. • Majoring in athletic training.

Ryan Schroen

Zack Schwartz

#4 • Defense

#2 • Midfield

Sophomore

Junior

5-11 / 150

5-9/ 168

East Amherst, N.Y.

Williamsville, N.Y.

Clarence H.S.

Williamsville South H.S.

2011 • Freshman Year Appeared in 18 games as a rookie with 16 starting assignments • Anchored the Canisius defense during the season, helping the Griffs to a shutout against MAAC foe Marist.

Before Canisius Named a NSCAA High School AllAmerican, one of four defenders nationally to earn the recognition • Helped lead Clarence High School to three New York State Semifinal appearances • Anchored the Red Devils

2011 • Sophomore Year

to shutouts in 43-of-65 games during his career • Named 2010 Section VI Player of the Year • Earned NSCAA All-Region II and first-team all-state honors as a senior • Two-time selection to the All-WNY First Team and All-ECIC First Team.

Did not appear in any games during the 2011 season. • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

2010 • Freshman Year Appeared in 10 games as a rookie, starting one contest. • Scored his first collegiate goal in a victory over MAAC foe Manhattan.

Personal Born August 29, 1992 in Santa Fe, New Mexico • Son of Richard and Michele • Brother, Matthew, played soccer at Fredonia • Majoring in marketing.

Before Canisius

goals and 12 assists during his senior campaign. • Named 2009-10 ECIC II Player of the Year. • Two-time AllWestern New York honoree and three-time member of the All-Conference First Team.

Personal Born February 14, 1992 • Son of Robert and Margaret • One sister, Emily • Majoring in marketing.

Three-year captain at Williamsville South High School. • Recorded 17

Schroen’s Career Statistics

Schwartz’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS 2010 10-1 2011 - Totals 10-1

Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 18-16 0 0 0 1 0 Totals 18-16 0 0 0 1 0

G A Pts Shots GWG 1 0 2 6 0 - - - - 1 0 2 6 0

PLAYER PROFILES • MEN’S SOCCER

Denver Spearman #15 • Midfield Sophomore 6-0 / 170 Camlachie, Ontario St. Clair S.S. 2011 • Freshman Year Appeared in 19 games as a rookie with 18 starting assignments in the midfield. • Finished second on the team with six points, scoring two goals and registering two assists. • Netted goals in the final two games of the season, scoring against Cleveland State and versus Rider in the MAAC Tournament. • Registered his first collegiate point with an assist versus Manhattan. • Also posted an assist on the game-winning overtime goal against Rider.

Before Canisius Played five seasons at St. Clair Secondary School. • Earned Team MVP accolades in each of his seasons with the Colts. • Recorded four goals and eight assists in six games during his senior campaign. • Also a member of the football, cross country, hockey and rugby teams at St. Clair.

Personal • Born May 4, 1992. • Son of Paul and Cindy Spearman. • One brother, Austin. • Majoring in marketing.

Spearman’s Career Statistics Year GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 2011 19-18 2 2 6 39 0 Totals 19-18 2 2 6 39 0

Regan Steele #15 • Forward Senior 6-3/ 182 Lower Hutt, New Zealand Hutt Valley 2011 • Junior Year

2009 • Freshman Year

• Team captain. • Played in 18 games, splitting time between the forward and back positions. • Started 12 contests during the season, registering five points, two goals and one assist. • Scored goals in MAAC victories against Siena and Rider. • Also posted an assist in a win over local rival Buffalo. • Named to the MAAC All-Academic Team.

• Played in 18 games, making 16 starts. • Registered three points as a rookie, posting a goal and an assist. • Posted first collegiate point with an assist in a 4-1 victory against Robert Morris. • Netted first career goal versus Loyola (Md.).

2010 • Sophomore Year • Appeared in 16 games with 14 starting assignments. • Placed third on the team with four points, scoring one goal and adding two assists. • Recorded a career-best three points in a victory against Manhattan, netting one score and adding an assist. • Also registered an assist in a 1-1 draw against Syracuse.

Before Canisius • Played two seasons at Hutt Valley High School. • Earned team MVP honors.

Personal • Born Feb. 1, 1991. • Son of Milton Steele and Janet VanHooff. • One brother, Logan, and one sister, Jamey. • Majoring in accounting.

Steele’s Career Statistics Year 2009 2010 2011 Totals

GP-GS G A Pts Shots GWG 18-16 1 1 3 12 0 16-14 1 2 4 22 0 18-12 2 1 5 15 0 52-42 4 4 12 49 0

MEN’S SOCCER • 2010 IN REVIEW

2011 Results Aug. 26 Aug. 28 Sept. 1 Sept. 10 Sept. 14 Sept. 16 Sept. 21 Sept. 25 Sept. 30 Oct. 2 Oct. 7 Oct. 9 Oct. 14 Oct. 16 Oct. 21 Oct. 23 Oct. 28 Oct. 30 Nov. 3

at Cal State Northridge at San Diego State at Syracuse DELAWARE ROBERT MORRIS at St. Bonaventure * at Buffalo at St. Francis Siena * MARIST * at Fairfield * at IONA MANHATTAN * SAINT PETER’S * at Loyola * at Rider * at Niagara * at Cleveland State #9 RIDER

L, 0-2 L, 1-2 L, 1-2 L, 0-1 L, 0-2 W, 2-1 W, 2-1 L, 0-3 W, 2-1 (OT) T, 0-0(2OT) L, 1-2(2OT) L, 1-4 L, 1-2 L, 0-2 L, 0-2 W, 2-1 (OT) L, 0-2 L, 1-2 L, 1-2

* MAAC Game

Individual Statistics I--------------------------- Overall ---------------------------I I---------------------------- MAAC --------------------------- I No. Player GP-GS G A Pts Shots Sh% GW GP-GS G A Pts Shots Sh% GW 23 Gavin Falconer 15-12 3 1 7 34 .088 2 9-9 2 0 4 26 .077 2 7 Sam Zarka 19-16 2 2 6 41 .049 1 9-7 1 1 3 19 .053 0 15 Denver Spearman 19-18 2 2 6 39 .051 0 9-9 0 2 2 19 .000 0 5 Jared Ott 19-17 2 1 5 25 .080 0 9-8 0 1 1 13 .000 0 9 Regan Steele 18-12 2 1 5 15 .133 0 8-4 2 0 4 8 .250 0 19 Will Hudson 19-12 1 2 4 17 .059 0 9-4 0 1 1 8 .000 0 10 Asani Samuels 19- 7 1 1 3 28 .036 0 9-4 1 0 2 13 .077 0 8 Andrew Incho 18-2 1 0 2 10 .100 1 8-0 0 0 0 2 .000 0 21 Robbie Ryan 19- 18 1 0 2 5 .200 0 9-9 1 0 2 4 .250 0 11 J.J. Hughes 19-19 0 1 1 10 .000 0 9-9 0 0 0 2 .000 0 13 Andrew Conte 16-3 0 1 1 5 .000 0 8-1 0 0 0 2 .000 0 16 Derek Maier 18-5 0 0 0 10 .000 0 8-0 0 0 0 2 .000 0 12 Jon Cary 19-12 0 0 0 10 .000 0 9-5 0 0 0 4 .000 0 6 Ian Buzzio 17- 5 0 0 0 3 .000 0 8-3 0 0 0 2 .000 0 14 Paul Klopfer 10- 3 0 0 0 2 .000 0 6-1 0 0 0 2 .000 0 20 Pat Conlon 16- 4 0 0 0 1 .000 0 9-3 0 0 0 1 .000 0 21 Ryan Schroen 18-16 0 0 0 1 .000 0 9-8 0 0 0 1 .000 0 3 A.C. LaFlore 13- 9 0 0 0 1 .000 0 7-6 0 0 0 1 .000 0 25 Paul Dhaliwal 0-0 0 0 0 0 .000 0 0-0 0 0 0 0 .000 0 1 Kareem Gray 11-10 0 0 0 0 .000 0 4-3 0 0 0 0 .000 0 Total 19 15 12 42 257 .058 4 9 7 5 19 129 .054 2 Opponents 19 34 30 98 281 .121 14 9 16 11 43 121 .132 6 o. Player N 0 Ryan Arvin 1 Kareem Gray Totals Opponents

GP-GS Min. GA GAA Saves Sv% W-L-T GP-GS 10-9 859:09 13 1.36 38 .745 2-5-1 6-6 11-10 880:23 21 2.15 42 667 2-8-0 4-3 19 1739:32 34 1.76 81 .704 4-14-1 9 19 1739:32 15 0.78 68 .819 14-4-1 9

Min. GA GAA Saves Sv% W-L-T 544:09 8 1.32 22 .733 2-2-1 315:00 8 2.29 11 .579 0-3-0 859:09 16 1.68 34 .680 2-5-1 859:09 7 0.73 39 .848 5-2-1

HONORS • MEN’S SOCCER

Tony Burke earned 1996 MAAC Player of the Year honors after leading the Griffs to the league’s regular-season title.

MAAC Individual Honors Player of the Year

Defensive Player of the Year

Rookie of the Year

1996

Tony Burke

2003

Fabien Lewis

1989 2006

Luciano Gallo Alan McGreal

All-Conference Honors All-MAAC First Team

All-MAAC Second Team

1989 1992 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2007 2009

1998 1999 2003 2004 2006 2007 2008

Mike Schuppel, Defense Renson Mullen, Forward Ashley Anthony, Defense Matt Tyczka, Midfield Tony Burke, Forward Nino Pilato, Defense Tony Burke, Forward Tom Garigen, Defense Charlie Williams, Forward Tony Mermigas, Defense Ryan Puntiri, Midfield Alan McGreal, Forward Alan McGreal, Forward

MAAC All-Rookie Team 1999 2000 2003 2006 2008

The 2006 MAAC Rookie of the Year, Alan McGreal became the first Griff to earn all-conference accolades four times during his career.

Ryan Puntiri, Midfield Brad Kenny, Forward Chris Robey, Forward Fabien Lewis, Defense Chris Robey, Forward Alan McGreal, Forward Sean Vella, Defense Victor Gonzalez, Midfield Alan McGreal, Forward

Ryan Dummett, Defense Justin Phillips, Defense Fabien Lewis, Defense Alan McGreal, Forward Sean Vella, Defense Adam Miller, Goalkeeper Kyle Westerholt, Defense

MEN’S SOCCER • RECORD BOOK

Career Points Player 1. Alan McGreal 2. Gianfranco Gallo 3. Tony Burke 4. Remy Jackson 5. Matt Kiechle 6. Ryan Puntiri 7. Brad Kenny 8. Chris Robey 9. Rudy Bersani 10. Matt Radomski

Years 2006-09 1986-89 1993-96 1987-90 1993-96 1996-99 1998-01 2002-04 1983-87 1985-88

G A P 35 29 99 27 21 75 34 6 74 23 16 62 21 17 59 15 28 58 22 7 51 20 10 50 18 9 45 8 26 42

John Ford stopped 414 shots from 1995 to 1998, the second most in school history.

Career Saves

Career Goals Player 1. Alan McGreal 2. Tony Burke 3. Gianfranco Gallo 4. Remy Jackson 5. Brad Kenny 6. Matt Kiechle 7. Chris Robey 8. Rudy Bersani Charlie Williams 10. Ryan Puntiri

Years 2006-09 1993-96 1986-89 1987-90 1998-01 1993-96 2002-04 1983-87 1996-00 1996-99

Goals 35 34 27 23 22 21 20 18 18 15

Years 2006-09 1996-99 1985-88 1986-89 1993-96 1987-90 1995-98 1994-97 2000-03 2002-04

Assists 29 28 26 21 17 16 14 13 12 10

Player 1. Nick Christou 2. John Ford 3. Dave Borchard 4. Todd White 5. Dave Dimitroff

GP 56 56 65 40 30

Saves 516 414 374 348 205

Career Save Percentage Player 1. Pete Fadely 2. Adam Sleyzak 3. Matt Houghton 4. Todd White 5. Nick Christou

Career Assists Player 1. Alan McGreal 2. Ryan Puntiri 3. Matt Radomski 4. Gianfranco Gallo 5. Matt Kiechle 6. Remy Jackson 7. Adam Lonergan 8. Jay Joseph 9. Al Franjoine 10. Chris Robey

Years 1992-95 1995-98 1999-02 1989-91 1987-88

Years 1989, 91-92 2003-05 2003-06 1989-91 1992-95

GA 31 31 49 95 147

Saves 142 124 189 348 516

Pct. .821 .800 .794 .786 .778

GA 31 49 43 135 54

GAA 1.43 1.57 1.72 2.15 2.20

Career Goals Against Average Player 1. Adam Sleyzak 2. Matt Houghton 3. Kareem Gray 4. Dave Borchard 5. Adam Miller

Years 2003-05 2003-06 2010- 1999-02 2008-09

Minutes 1945 2815 2244 5664 2209

Career Goalie Wins Player 1. Dave Borchard 2. Nick Christou John Ford 4. Dave Dimitroff 5. Tom Rocca

Years 1999-02 1992-92 1995-98 1987-88 1980-81

Wins 17 16 16 12 10

Years 1992-92 1999-02 2003-06 1980-81 1989-91

Shutouts 11 10 7 6 6

Career Shutouts Player 1. Nick Christou 2. Dave Borchard 3. Matt Houghton 4. Tom Rocca Todd White

Matt Kiechle ranks fifth in school history with 59 career points, sixth with 21 career goals and fifth with 17 career assists.

RECORD BOOK • MEN’S SOCCER

Season Saves Player 1. Nick Christou 2. Rich Pikuzinski 3. Todd White 4. John Ford 5. Tom Rocca

Year 1994 1983 1990 1996 1981

GP 17 15 18 19 11

Saves 177 166 161 155 139

Season Save Percentage Player 1. Nick Christou 2. Matt Houghton 3. Nick Christou 4. Adam Sleyzak 5. Todd White

Matt Houghton owns the single-season school record for goals against average, posting a 1.10 mark during the 2006 season.

Season Points Player 1. Remy Jackson 2. Gianfranco Gallo Tony Burke Alan McGreal 5. Rudy Bersani 6. Ryan Puntiri 7. Matt Kiechle Alan McGreal 9. Alan McGreal 10. Brad Kenny

Year 1987 1987 1995 2007 1984 1999 1995 2008 2009 1999

G 13 10 16 12 12 8 10 7 10 9

A 10 13 1 9 5 11 6 12 4 5

Year 1995 1987 1984 2007 1987 1995 2009 1971 1984 1988 1999 2003

Player 1. Matt Houghton 2. Todd Rocca 3. Adam Sleyzak 4. Ryan Arvin 5. Adam Sleyzak

Saves 177 61 107 107 161

Pct. .831 .824 .817 .816 .813

Year 2006 1980 2004 2011 2003

Minutes 1063 1350 932 859 833

GA 13 19 14 13 13

GAA 1.10 1.27 1.35 1.36 1.40

Season Goalie Wins Player 1. Todd Rocca 2. Adam Catley 3. Dave Dimitroff Dave Borchard 5. Nick Christou

Goals 16 13 12 12 10 10 10 9 9 9 9 9

Years 1980 2007 1987 1999 1994

Wins 9 8 7 7 6

Years 1980 1990 1994 1995 1999 2001

Shutouts 4 4 4 4 4 4

Season Shutouts Player 1. Tom Rocca Todd White Nick Christou Nick Christou Dave Borchard Dave Borchard

Single-Game Records

Season Assists Player 1. Gianfranco Gallo 2. Alan McGreal 3. Matt Radomski Ryan Puntiri 5. Remy Jackson 6. Ryan Puntiri 7. Alan McGreal 8. Jay Joseph 9. Matt Radomski Matt Tyczka Matt Kiechle

GA 26 13 24 24 37

Season Goals Against Average

P 36 33 33 33 29 27 26 26 24 23

Season Goals Player 1. Tony Burke 2. Remy Jackson 3. Rudy Bersani Alan McGreal 5. Gianfranco Gallo Matt Kiechle Alan McGreal 8. Paul Zach Paul Tryjankowski Gianfranco Gallo Brad Kenny Chris Robey

Year 1994 2006 1995 2004 1990

Year 1987 2008 1987 1999 1987 1998 2007 1998 1988 1994 1995

Individual

Assists 13 12 11 11 10 10 9 7 6 6 6

Most Points: Most Goals: Most Assists: Most Saves:

12 (5g, 2a), Gianfranco Gallo, vs. Brockport, 1988 5, Gianfranco Gallo, vs. Brockport, 1988 3, Paul Zach, 1972 3, Gianfranco Gallo, 1986 3, Nate Fillmore, 1997 3, Ryan Puntiri, 1997, 1998, 1999 21, Tom Rocca, vs. St. Bonaventure, 1981

Team Most goals: Most assists:

10, vs. Daemen, 1985 10, vs. Niagara, 1994 8, vs. Niagara, 1995

MEN’S SOCCER • RECORD BOOK

Team Records

The 1987 team set a number of team records, including most points, most assists and longest unbeaten streak.

Year-by-Year Results

W-L-T

1965 0- 3-0 1966 0- 4-0 1967 0- 7-0 1968 4- 5-0 1969 0-10-0 1970 0-11-0 1971 1-10-2 1972 4- 8-1 1973 2- 8-2 1974 1-10-1 1975 3- 9-0 1976 5- 3-3 1977 2- 5-5 1978 2- 9-1 1979 2- 9-1 1980 9- 6-0 1981 1- 7-3 1982 1-13-0 1983 4-10-1 1984 6-10-1 1985 4- 8-1 1986 3-10-2 1987 7- 6-4 1988 5- 9-0 1989 3-14-0 1990 5-13-0 1991 1-12-2 1992 5-10-0 1993 2-15-0 1994 6- 8-3 1995 7- 8-2 1996 5-12-2 1997 4-15-0 1998 5-13-0 1999 7-11-2 2000 3-13-1 2001 5-11-2 2002 5-12-1 2003 4-11-4 2004 5-11-1 2005 3-12-3 2006 6- 8-2 2007 8-12-0 2008 7-12-1 2009 5-12-2 2010 3-13-1 2011 4-14-1 Total 174-462-59

Pct.

MAAC

.000 -- .000 -- .000 -- .444 -- .000 -- .000 -- .143 -- .346 -- .250 -- .125 -- .250 -- .591 -- .375 -- .208 -- .208 -- .600 -- .227 -- .071 -- .300 -- .382 -- .346 -- .267 -- .529 -- .357 -- .176 1-4-0 .278 3-5-0 .133 1-6-1 .333 2-5-0 .118 0-7-0 .441 2-4-1 .471 3-3-1 .316 4-1-2 .210 3-6-0 .278 2-7-0 .400 3-4-2 .206 2-7-0 .333 3-6-0 .306 3-5-1 .316 3-5-1 .324 4-4-1 .250 2-6-1 .438 4-4-1 .400 5-4-0 .375 3-6-0 .316 4-5-0 .206 3-6-0 .237 2-6-1 .293 62-116-13

Head Coach Dave Markey Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dr. A. Allan Alexander Dan Amendola Steven Mechtler Mike Gomez Mike Gomez Jim Clauss Steve Achromovitch Steve Achromovitch Steve Achromovitch Steve Achromovitch Dennis Butler Dennis Butler Mario Citriniti Rick Schmitt Rick Schmitt Rick Schmitt Rick Schmitt Rick Schmitt Greg Reeds Greg Reeds Greg Reeds Greg Reeds Greg Reeds Greg Reeds Greg Reeds Dave Kreger Dave Kreger Dave Kreger Dave Kreger Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Jim Hesch Dermot McGrane

Most Wins: Most Losses: Most Ties:

9, 1980 15, 1993 and 1997 5 ,1977

Winning Streak: Unbeaten Streak: Losing Streak: Winless Streak:

4, 1980 5, 1987 (3-2-0) 14, 1993 14, 1993

Most Shutouts: Most Shutouts Against:

5, 2003 10, 1989 and 1996

Most Points: Most Goals: Goals Per Game: Most Assists: Fewest Goals:

129 (37g, 55a), 1987 40, 1995 2.50, 1995 55, 1987 7, 1978

Most Saves: Goals Against Avg. Most Goals Allowed: Fewest Goals Allowed:

177, 1994 1.45, 2006 83, 1993 19, 1980

All-Time Series History Akron Albany Alfred Tech. Alfred State Allegheny Alliance Appalachian St. Army Binghamton Bowling Green Brockport State Brooklyn Bucknell Buffalo State Buffalo Cal State Northridge Central Conn. Central Michigan Cincinnati Cleveland State Colgate Connecticut Cornell Daemen Davidson Dayton Delaware Detroit Drexel Duquesne Eastern Michigan Edinboro Eisenhower Erie CC Fairfield Fordham Fredonia Gannon Geneseo Georgetown Hartford High Point Hilbert

W-L-T Pct. 0-2-0 .000 0-3-0 .000 0-1-1 .250 0-4-0 .000 4-2-0 .667 1-7-0 .125 0-1-0 .000 0-1-0 .000 0-1-0 .000 1-0-1 .750 3-2-0 .600 0-1-0 .000 0-2-0 .000 5-20-2 .222 9-26-5 .288 0-1-0 .000 0-4-0 .000 1-0-1 .750 0-1-0 .000 0-5-1 .083 1-4-1 .250 0-1-0 .000 0-1-1 .250 7-0-0 1.000 0-1-0 .000 0-3-0 .000 0-2-0 .000 2-6-0 .250 0-2-0 .000 4-4-0 .500 0-3-1 .125 0-3-0 .000 5-4-1 .550 4-6-1 .409 2-18-4 .166 0-1-0 .000 1-13-0 .071 4-13-2 .263 3-10-0 .230 0-1-0 .000 0-2-0 .000 1-0-0 1.000 3-0-0 1.000

W-L-T Pct. Holy Cross 0-2-0 .000 Houghton 1-15-1 .088 Iona 6-15-3 .313 Ithaca 0-1-0 .000 John Carroll 1-1-0 .500 Lafayette 0-0-1 .500 LaSalle 1-1-0 .500 LeMoyne 0-10-1 .045 Loyola (Chi.) 0-3-0 .000 Loyola (Md.) 1-22-0 .043 Maine 2-0-0 1.000 Manhattan 9-11-2 .455 Marist 4-11-1 .281 Mercyhurst 0-5-1 .083 Michigan State 0-2-0 .000 Nazareth 0-4-0 .000 Niagara 21-28-3 .433 North Adams St. 0-0-1 .500 Oneonta 3-11-0 .214 PSU Behrend 0-1-1 .250 Pittsburgh 1-13-1 .100 Quinnipiac 0-2-1 .167 Rhode Island 0-1-0 .000 Rider 8-9-0 .471 RIT 0-1-1 .250 Rochester 0-5-2 .143 Robert Morris 2-10-2 .214 Roberts Wesleyan 6-6-1 .500 St. Bonaventure 11-25-7 .337 St. Francis (Pa.) 3-9-0 .250 St. John Fisher 4-8-3 .366 Saint Peter’s 12-10-1 .543 San Diego State 0-1-0 .000 Seneca 0-0-1 .500 Siena 9-14-1 .396 Spring Arbor 1-1-0 .500 Stony Brook 0-1-0 .000 Syracuse 0-9-1 .050 Valparaiso 2-1-0 .667 Va. Commonwealth 1-1-0 .500 West Virginia 0-1-1 .250 Western Michigan 2-5-0 .286 Wright State 1-2-0 .333

Golden Griffin Soccer Recent Golden Griffin Highlights • Won eight games in 2007, the most in the program’s Division I history. • Won a MAAC Tournament game and advanced to the semifinals for only the second time in school history in 2007. • The three senior classes from 2007 to 2009 graduated as the most successful in school history. The Class of 2009 holds the school record with 26 career victories. • Fabien Lewis was named the 2003 MAAC Co-Defensive Player of the Year, while Alan McGreal earned 2006 Rookie of the Year accolades. • Five players have been named to the All-MAAC Team a total of nine times since 2003, including McGreal, the first four-time selection in the program’s history. • Two Griffs have been honored as MAAC Scholar-Athlete of the Year.

Demske Sports Complex

The Demske Sports Complex underwent a facelift during the summer of 2008, replacing the old AstroTurf with FieldTurf. The Center for Athletic Training opened in the summer of 2007.

MAAC 2011 MAAC Soccer Review MAAC Standings

Conf. Rec. Fairfield 8-0-1 Iona 7-2-0 Loyola 5-3-1 Niagara 4-2-3 Marist 4-4-1 Manhattan 3-5-1 Saint Peter’s 3-6-0 Canisius 2-5-1 Rider 2-5-1 Siena 1-5-3

Pts. 25 21 16 15 13 10 9 7 7 6

Overall 12- 5-1 15- 4-1 10- 6-2 9- 4-5 8- 7-5 5-15-1 4-14-0 4-13-2 4-14-1 5- 9-4

MAAC Championship First Round Siena v. Saint Peter’s 5-1 Rider v. Canisius 2-1 Quarterfinals Manhattan v. Loyola 1-0 Iona v. Siena 0-0 (Iona adv. on PK 4-3) Niagara v. Siena 0-0 (Marist adv. on PK 4-1) Fairfield v. Rider 1-0 Semifinals Fairfield v. Marist 3-1 Manhattan v. Iona 1-0 (2OT) Championship Fairfield v. Manhattan 3-1 MAAC at the NCAA Championship Brown v. Fairfield 3-2

Alan McGreal finished his career with first-team All-MAAC honors in 2009, becoming the first Griff in the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s history to be named to the all-conference team in each of his four seasons.

Canisius College

Undergraduate Majors & Programs College of Arts and Sciences Animal Behavior, Ecology & Conservation Anthropology Art History Biochemistry Bioinformatics Biology Chemistry Classics Clinical Laboratory Science Communication Studies Computational Science Computer Science (BA and BS) Creative Writing Criminal Justice Digital Media Arts Economics (BA) English Environmental Science Environmental Studies European Studies History International Relations Journalism Mathematics/Statistics Modern Languages: French, German, Spanish Music Operations Research Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Religious Studies and Theology Sociology Urban Studies

Pre-Professional Programs Dental Early Assurance of Admission Joint Degree Programs: D ental Medicine, Optometric Medicine, Osteopathic Medicine and Podiatric Medicine Medical Early Assurance of Admission Pre-Dental Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medical Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Veterinary

Richard J. Wehle School of Business Accounting Accounting Information Systems Economics (BS) Entrepreneurship Finance Information Systems International Business Management Marketing

School of Education and Human Services Athletic Training/Sports Medicine Health and Wellness Physical Education/Health Education Special Education Sport Studies Teacher Education: Early Childhood Education (Birth to Grade 2) Childhood Education (Grades 1 - 6) Adolescence Education (Grades 7 - 12)

Academic Services Canisius College Academic Services provides academic, personal and career support programs that foster the total development for the studentathletes. A comprehensive program on life skills provides student-athletes with educational experiences. Service programs preparing students for the demands of a well-balanced lifestyle are also provided. Academic Services for Student-Athletes offers the guidance and direction needed to prepare student-athletes for success beyond graduation.

Academic Advisor for Athletics Services The Academic Advisor for Athletics provides the following support services to best serve the student-athletes at Canisius: • Provide effective academic advising; conduct individual advising appointments with student-athletes who have concerns abut their major choice, progress toward graduation, grades, or any other aspects that may impede their success toward graduation and NCAA eligibility. • Pay particular attention to the “at-risk” student-athletes and students who have not yet chosen a major course of study. • Schedule meetings with designated student-athletes to assist in the monitoring of academic progress. • Assist student-athletes with the development of academic recovery plans. • Develop travel contracts for student-athletes to share with their course instructors. • Provide assistant with scholarship and award applications.

Study Hall/ Tutorial Program In order to assist student-athletes in achieving optimal academic performance, the Athletic Department provides a Study Hall Program. Study hall is open to all student-athletes and is an opportunity to do academic work at consistent time in a quiet place where tutors are available to answer questions and concerns.   Study hall is to be used for course work only.  A total of six hours each week are required for all first semester freshmen and first semester transfers.

Tutoring Services   The college offers free tutoring to all Canisius College students. If you have any questions regarding a tutor, or need assistance setting up a time to meet with someone from the College’s Tutorial Program, contact Mackenzie Maddock or Tim Seil.

2011 MAAC All-Academic Team

Ian Buzzio History

Gavin Falconer Sport Management

Paul Klopfer Accounting

Jared Ott Anthropology

Philip Smithers Phys Ed/Health

Regan Steele Accounting

Zach Schwartz Marketing

A new computer lab was added to the Koessler Athletic Center during the 2008-09 season, available to athletes every day during the school year.

Buffalo Fascinating Facts • All Cheerios are made here. • Niagara Falls, one of the seven wonders of the world, is located 20 minutes away from Buffalo. • Chicken wings were first served at the Anchor Bar on Main Street in 1964. • Kleinhans Music Hall, a National Historic Landmark, is considered one of the five acoustically perfect buildings in the world. • In 1905, the NAACP was founded in the region, with its first national conference in Buffalo. • Two hundred miles of fresh water shore border the area. • Buffalo was the first city in the United States to light streets with electricity. • Buffalo is the only city in the United States to boast five Frank Lloyd Wright designed homes. • More bagels are made in Buffalo than any other U.S. city. • Buffalo is home to more than 50 public and private art galleries, the country’s largest intact park system designed by Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux, and more buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright than any other city except Chicago. • The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site, formerly the Wilcox residence, was the scene of the inauguration of Theodore Roosevelt as President of the United States on September 14, 1901, following the assassination of William McKinley. • Forest Lawn Cemetery, located across the street from Canisius College, is the resting place of President Millard Fillmore, General Albert J. Meyer (founder of National Weather Service), Chief Red Jacket of the Seneca Indians and William G. Fargo, co-organizer of the first transcontinental Express Service. • Home of Samuel Clemens, who worked as the managing editor of them Buffalo Express Newspapers, Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th President of the United States, and Warren Spahn, the Hall of Fame pitcher, who is the winningest left-hander of all time with 363 victories.

Tradition of Excellence 2011-12 Canisius Athletics Highlights • The men’s lacrosse and women’s lacrosse teams both won the program’s second MAAC Championships in 2012 and advanced to the NCAA Tournament. • The Griffs were the only school in the country to feature two first-round draft picks in the NLL Draft when Adam Jones was selected third and Dan Coates eighth. • Women’s lacrosse head coach Scott Teeter finished his tenure as Canadian Under-19 head coach, leading the team to the bronze medal. In addition, Randy Mearns was named the head coach of Canada’s senior team and will lead them at the 2014 World Championship. • Drew Pettit of the baseball team earned firstteam Capital One Academic America accolades for the second-straight year, becoming the first male in the MAAC to accomplish the feat. In addition, Kelly Reinwald of the women’s soccer team earned second-team honors. • A total of 21 Canisius student-athletes were named to the all-conference team, including a record-setting four Players of the Year. • Recent graduate Cory Conacher of the hockey team became the fourth rookie to earn AHL Most Valuable Player honors, while also adding Rookie of the Year accolades. He also became the second Griff to sign an NHL contract, inking with the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Natalia Tarasova 2009 & 2010 National Champion

Mark Miyashita No. 1 pick in the 2003 NLL Draft

Drew Pettit 2011 and 2012 First-Team Academic All-American

Cory Conacher 2011-12 AHL MVP Signed with NHLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tampa Bay Lightning

Department of Athletics What is a Griffin? The Griffin is a mythical creature of supposed gigantic size that has the head, forelegs and wings of an eagle and the hindquarters, tail and ears of a lion. They are well known for their speed, ability to fly and having eyes like an eagle as well as the strength and courage of a lion. Griffins have been known for centuries as symbols of strength and vigilance, have been called “The Hounds of Zeus” in Greek mythology and are said to have mastery of both the land and sky. They are thought to be from India, where the natives of the land made their talons and claws into drinking cups because the talon of a Griffin was said to detect poison in a liquid. Griffins would find gold in the mountains and line their nests with it and as a result, were forced to become great guardians of the nests to keep the hunters away. According to Charles A. Brady in Canisius College The First Hundred Years, “Though the problems of when and where the Griffin began his reign as King Herald of the Canisius College of Arms are not easily settled, the whence is simple to establish. Our Griffin flew to us from the prow of LaSalle’s lost Griffon, the Flying Dutchman of the Great Lakes, which disappeared after making a safe voyage from the Niagara River to the Strait of Detroit. LaSalle’s illfated caravel, the first ship ever built on America’s inland seas, with its 45 tons and five cannons, had its beakhead adorned ‘with a flying Griffin, and an eagle above it,’ in honor of the two heraldic beasts on the armorial bearing of the great Frontenac.” The Griffin became the symbol for Canisius athletics in the mid-1930s. Steve Weller wrote in The Buffalo News Jan. 22, 1962, “You can have your Chihuahuas, Piranhas, Horned Frogs and Iguanas. The best all-around athletic mascot in business today has to be the beast adopted by Canisius College – the Golden Griffin.”

2012 Canisius Female Athlete of the Year Megan Oosting earned MAAC Midfielder of the Year honors in addition to regional All-America accolades. Male Athlete of the Year Shawn Parkhurst repeated as the MAAC champion in the 1,000 freestyle, while setting seven school records.

Battle of the Bridge

Student-Athlete of the Year

During the 2006-07 athletic season, Canisius College and Niagara University developed an all-sports competition, in an effort to enhance the historic rivalry between the Golden Griffins and Purple Eagles. Previous Results 2006-07: Niagara 24, Canisius 10 2007-08: Canisius 21, Niagara 13 2008-09: Canisius 23, Niagara 11 2009-10: Niagara 17, Canisius 15 2010-11: Canisius 20, Niagara 13 2011-12: Canisius 18.5, Niagara 14.5

Year 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012

Female Athlete Heather Forester (Synchro) Shauna Geronzin (Basketball) Jénel Stevens (Basketball) Jénel Stevens (Basketball) Andrea Bunten (Softball) Whitney Card (Lacrosse) Jess Stackhouse (Volleyball) Katie Miranto (Softball) Natalia Tarasova (Synchro) Sylvia Kowalski (Soccer) Maura Frauenhofer (Cross Country) Megan Oosting (Lacrosse

Male Athlete Stephen Fabiilli (Hockey) Tom Zabawa (Football) Mark Miyashita (Lacrosse) Rob Martin (Hockey) Matt Vinc (Lacrosse) Matt Mazurek (Baseball) Kevin Ross (Lacrosse) Alan McGreal (Soccer) Kevin Mailloux (Baseball) Cory Conacher (Hockey) Cory Conacher (Hockey) Shawn Parkhurst (Swimming)

Canisius College Head Coaches

Jim Baron Men’s Basketball

Mike Rappl Softball

Joel Furtek Rowing

Dave Smith Hockey

Nate Huckle Cross Country

Cathy Hummel Volleyball

Scott Teeter Women’s Lacrosse

Todd Hummel Golf

Scott Vanderzell Swimming & Diving

Dermot McGrane Men’s Soccer

Jim Wendling Women’s Soccer

Mike McRae Baseball

Jill Wright Synchro Swimming

Randy Mearns Men’s Lacrosse

Terry Zeh Women’s Basketball

Administration John J. Hurley President John J. Hurley assumed his position as the 24th president of Canisius College on July 1, 2010. He is the first lay president in Canisius College’s 140-year history. As president, he has led the college in the development of a new strategic plan approved by the college’s Board of Trustees and entitled A Transformational Education: The Strategic Plan for Canisius College. He has begun the renovation of the former HealthNow building on Main Street into a comprehensive state-of-the-art interdisciplinary science center, a $68 million capital project that will be completed in phases. He has also started the conversion of the Rev. Andrew L. Bouwhuis, S.J. Library into a comprehensive technology-based learning commons. He has announced the Hamlin Park Initiative through which houses owned by the college in the immediate neighborhood are being renovated and sold to buyers who commit to being owner occupiers. The college is also nearing its $90 million goal for the largest campaign in college history, A Legacy of Leadership: The Campaign for Canisius College.

gram, which offers employees grants in the form of forgivable loans to assist them with the purchase of homes near the college’s central Buffalo campus. A native of Buffalo, President Hurley is a graduate of St. Joseph’s Collegiate Institute in Kenmore; Canisius College (BA 1978 summa cum laude, English/ history); and the University of Notre Dame Law School (JD 1981). He practiced law for 16 years, including 13 years at the Buffalo firm of Phillips, Lytle, Hitchcock, Blaine & Huber, where he concentrated his practice in the areas of secured lending, bankruptcy and insolvency. President Hurley serves on numerous educational associations and as the representative of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference’s representative on the NCAA’s President’s Advisory Group. He serves as Buffalo Bishop Edward U. Kmiec’s appointee on the board of Fidelis Care New York, a $2 billion health maintenance organization that serves the poor in New York State. He and his wife, Maureen, are chairs of the Bishop’s Council of the Laity for the Diocese of Buffalo. President Hurley is also a member of the Buffalo Philharmonic Board of Trustees.

A 1978 alumnus of Canisius, President Hurley served as executive vice president of the college from 2007 to 2010 and vice president for college relations from 1997 to 2010. In these positions, he oversaw the college’s advancement and external relations and managed institutional strategic planning, integrated marketing, and legal and compliance issues. He also served as secretary to the Canisius College Board of Trustees. President Hurley has played a significant leadership role in the college’s investment in the campus since 1994, which now totals more than $150 million. He was the architect of the college’s innovative Employer Assisted Housing pro-

Dr. Ellen Conley Vice President for Student Affairs Ellen O. Conley, PhD, a member of the Canisius Community since 1970, was named vice president for student affairs in 1998. One of her many accomplishments in her role as vice president includes spearheading the upgrade of the athletics program at the college. Dr. Conley earned a bachelor’s degree from Slippery Rock State College (1967), advanced education degrees from the University of Pittsburgh (1968) and Buffalo State (1973) and a doctorate in higher education from the University at Buffalo (1981). During her tenure as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Conley supported the formation of the School of Education and Human Services, developed a mentoring program for new faculty, initiated the development of majors in criminal justice and environmental science and guided the initiative to implement a Master of Science in Organizational Communication and Development. She also established the Fine Arts Department and facilitated the development of MusiCanisius, which has since evolved into the ArtsCanisius program.

While acting dean, she coordinated the promotion of the school’s graduate education program to the Canadian market and guided the implementation of the Master in Sport Administration. From 1987-89, Dr. Conley was the assistant director of athletics for women’s sports and financial aid, and from 1987-90, she was the athletic scholarship coordinator. Under her direction, the women’s athletic program was formed and grew from one club level team to seven varsity teams. In addition, she implemented and monitored an athletic scholarship program for men’s and women’s non-revenue producing sports. From 1982-1990 Dr. Conley served as chair of the undergraduate Physical Education Major Program and Coordinator of the Physical Education Graduate Program. In 1989, she developed alternative curricular tracks for physical education majors to enhance enrollment, and in 1986, she co-wrote the New York State Professional Preparation Council’s position paper for “Strengthening Teaching in New York State.”

Bill Maher Director of Athletics Named Director of Athletics in May 2005, Bill Maher is in his eighth year back in the Blue and Gold. Under Maher’s watch, the Golden Griffins have enjoyed unprecedented success. In his seven seasons, Canisius teams have advanced to eight NCAA Tournaments in addition to a WNIT appearance in 2009, marking the most successful seven-year run in the school’s history. Most recently, the Canisius lacrosse programs enjoyed the most successful year in conference history with both the men’s and women’s teams winning MAAC Championships in 2012 and advancing to the NCAA Tournament. It marked the first time that one school swept both titles in the same season. In addition, the synchronized swimming team continued their dominance during the 2011-12 season, winning the program’s 15th-straight ECAC Championship. Overall, the 17 Canisius squads have accumulated 29 conference or regional championships under Maher’s leadership, with a number of teams producing the best seasons in program history. The Canisius campus has also undergone a number of renovations, including upgrades to the Demske Sports Complex and Koessler Athletic Center. During the past seven seasons, 34 student-athletes have won conference player or rookie of the year awards, including six in each of the past two seasons. Prior to Maher’s arrival, Canisius won 24 player or rookie of the year awards in the previous 10 seasons combined. The achievements of Griffs go past graduation as well. Under Maher’s watch, 13 players have been drafted professionally. In 2011, Canisius was the only school in the country with two first-round selections in the National Lacrosse League Draft. In addition, former Griff John Axford pitches with the Milwaukee Brewers, while two hockey graduates have signed NHL contracts. To go along with the school’s success on a team and individual level, Canisius has controlled the Battle of the Bridge series with local rival Niagara University. In four of the last five campaigns, the Griffs have claimed the Canal Cup, which is an all-sports competition between the two neighboring schools. On an academic level during Maher’s tenure, Canisius has had 21 student-athletes recognized on the district level as Capital One CoSIDA All-Academic selections, including seven Capital One Academic All-Americans during the last three years. Maher has overseen numerous renovations to the Koessler Athletic Center and the Demske Sports Complex. A new Center for Athletic Training opened in May 2007. New locker rooms were constructed for all female teams and finished in

2008, while the men and women’s basketball teams each received new locker rooms in the summer of 2008. The Demske Sports Complex received a $1.7 million facelift with the installation of new A-Turf as well as new scoreboards in 2008. New offices for head coaches and their assistants along with new locker rooms for all of the men’s teams were constructed in 2010. GoGriffs.com, the official web site of Canisius athletics, has undergone two redesigns under Maher. The department has also developed a video webstreaming package for all home events in seven sports (men’s and women’s soccer, volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball and men’s and women’s lacrosse) and is a part of the MAAC.TV package. Maher is the MAAC’s representative to the NCAA Legislative Council, which has one representative from each of the 31 Division I conferences. He chairs the MAAC men’s lacrosse committee and is also a member of the MAAC Technology Committee. Canisius has hosted eight MAAC Championships since 2005 and will also be hosting the 2013 Swimming and Diving Championships and the 2013 Women’s Lacrosse Championship. A Canisius graduate and former assistant athletic director at the school, Maher spent seven years at the University at Buffalo and served as the Bulls’ interim athletic director from 2003-05. During his tenure as the interim athletic director at Buffalo, Maher helped UB Athletics oversee $3.6 million in capital improvements to its athletic facilities, restructure the school’s Blue & White Club fund drive for athletics, which generated $1 million during the 2003-04 season, and develop marketing campaigns which increased attendance at athletic events. He also oversaw the development of the men’s basketball program, which set a school record for victories and earned the first postseason bid in school history with an invitation to the 2005 National Invitation Tournament. Under his watch, the Bulls’ RPI increased from 284 in 2003 to as high as 34 during the 2004-05 season. Maher was a four-year letterwinner on the Canisius College football team from 1985-88 and earned All-America honorable mention honors as a senior. He received his bachelor’s degree in physical education from Canisius in 1989 and his master’s degree in sport management from East Stroudsburg University in 1990. Following an internship with the New York Knicks, Maher returned to Canisius in 1991, becoming the assistant athletic director for compliance in 1994. He became the director of compliance at the University at Buffalo in 1998, where he moved up the ranks and was named senior associate athletic director in 2002. In that role, he managed the day-to-day operations of the Division of Athletics, including the direct supervision of Buffalo’s football and men’s and women’s basketball programs, in addition to the office of compliance and the office of student-athlete services. Maher resides in East Amherst with his wife, Kristin, and sons, Danny and David.

Traci Murphy Senior Women’s Administrator/Associate Athletic Director Traci Murphy is in her eighth year as associate athletic director and senior woman’s administrator for the Golden Griffins. Murphy joined the Canisius staff after spending seven seasons at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Murphy is responsible for all NCAA rules enforcement of Canisius’ 17 Division I athletic programs in addition to all areas of student-athlete welfare. She supervises compliance, academic counseling, strength and conditioning and athletic training. She also oversees the Life Skills program, and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). Murphy chaired search committees in 2009 for the women’s soccer head coach and in 2011 for the men’s soccer head coach, cross country head coach and strength and conditioning coach. Murphy is the sport supervisor for women’s soccer, men’s soccer, volleyball, women’s cross country, men’s cross country, golf and softball. She serves on MAAC committees for Athletic Administration, Finance, Gender and Minority Issues, Women’s Basketball and chairs the MAAC Swimming and Diving Committee. She also organizes the annual National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD) at Canisius and helped found the WNY Girls in Sports Program. The program, in col-

laboration with the City of Buffalo Public Schools, area colleges and universities, the Buffalo Bills, focuses specifically on young girls (ages 9-12) and their involvement in sports. Murphy began her career in 1992 as associate head athletic trainer at St Mary’s and moved to ULM in 1998. She added the responsibility of senior woman administrator in 2001, which involved the monitoring of women’s sports and mentoring the SAAC. In July 2003, she was promoted to the position of director of academics, compliance and student-athlete services. Murphy worked to develop and implement an enhanced academic development and compliance program for ULM’s studentathletes and the athletics department. Prior to ULM, Murphy served five years as the head athletic trainer at St. Mary’s College of Maryland. She is a 1989 graduate of West Chester University with a bachelor’s degree in health and physical education. In 1992, Murphy earned a master’s degree in health education from the University of Arkansas. The Maryland native and her husband, Pat, a vice-principal at Amherst Central High School, have two children, Sean (11) and Sarah (7).

Administration John Maddock Associate Athletic Director - External Affairs John Maddock is in his 32nd year with Canisius College athletics and his 16th as associate athletic director for external affairs. Originally hired as the Golden Griffins’ sports information director, the native of Washington, Ill., was named an assistant athletic director prior to the 1987-88 season and moved into his current position in 1997. Maddock is responsible for corporate partnerships, marketing, promotions and merchandise sales, licensing, special fund-raising events and oversees the operations of the ticket office and monitors athletic communications. The College’s sport supervisor for hockey, baseball, swimming and diving and synchronized swimming, Maddock chairs the Blue and Gold Golf Classic committee as well as the Shoes for the Shelter committee and is a member of the Canisius Athletics Hall of Fame committee. Maddock chaired the search committee for the Griffs’ head swimming and diving coach in 2008, head football coach in 2000 and men’s soccer coach in 1998. He serves on the College’s Hall of Fame and the MLK Awards Selection Committees and oversaw the development of the athletic department’s current logo. He was also instrumental in planning the season-long 100-year anniversary celebration for men’s basketball in 2003-04.

Maddock arrived at Canisius in July 1981 after spending two-and-a-half years as the administrative assistant to the athletic director at Brockport State College. Prior to his job at Brockport, he was the ticket manager for the Atlanta Braves Triple-A farm club in Richmond, Va. A graduate of Western Illinois University, Maddock received his bachelor’s degree in recreation and park administration in 1976 and his master’s degree in athletic administration in 1978. In addition to his duties at Canisius, Maddock is an active member of the NACMA and the former chair of the CoSIDA Committee on Committees. He also served on the CoSIDA Academic All-America Committee and is a Vice President for the Greater Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame. Maddock spent two seasons as the public relations director for the North Atlantic Conference and served as the host for the 1990 ECAC-SIDA conference at the Buffalo Hilton. He chaired the Baseball Committee for the 1993 World University Games and was the assistant media coordinator for the 2000 NCAA Division I men’s basketball opening round games played at Buffalo’s HSBC Arena. Maddock was honored in 1998 by ECAC-SIDA with the Irving T. Marsh Award for contributions, dedication and excellence in the field of collegiate sports information. John and his wife, Priscilla, reside in Snyder with their daughters Mackenzie and Mikaela.

Matt Reitnour Assistant Athletic Director for Communications Matt Reitnour is in his 12th year as a member of the Canisius College Athletic Communications staff and 2012-13 will be his first as the College’s assistant athletic director for communications. Having previously served as the director of athletic communications for five years, he is the primary media contact for the school’s men’s basketball, softball and golf teams. In addition to his duties as the primary media contact for three of the College’s athletic programs, Reitnour serves as the athletic department’s spokesperson, oversees the entire athletic communications staff and is in charge of content and the maintenance of GoGriffs.com, the school’s official athletic department website. He was instrumental in the launch of the new-look GoGriffs. com in the summer of 2008 and oversaw the website’s second redesign in the fall of 2011. Reitnour also serves as a producer for the department’s radio and Internet broadcasts and also handles the hiring and scheduling for the department’s gameday media relations and operations staff. In 2009, Reitnour and his staff helped Canisius become the first school in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference to announce an environmentally-friendly and costsaving measure to eliminate the printing of media guides by moving the process to a

digital, on-line format. He has helped oversee the department’s expansion into popular on-line social media ventures such as Facebook and Twitter, and he’s also helped drive the department’s work involving more on-line video and audio productions. Reitnour started at Canisius as the graduate assistant in the athletic communications office before being promoted to full-time status in 2003. He has also worked four NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournaments in addition to the 2003 Frozen Four, hosted by Canisius at HSBC Arena. The Zionsville, Pa., native came to Buffalo after earning his bachelor’s degree in communications from Wilkes University in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. where he served as a student assistant in the school’s sports information office for four years. Reitnour earned his master’s degree in sport administration from Canisius in May 2004. He is an active member of CoSIDA and ECAC-SIDA. He is currently a member of the CoSIDA University Division Management Advisory Committee and also serves on the ECAC-SIDA’s Rookie Committee. Since the summer of 2006, Reitnour has served as a professor in the Master of Sport Administration program. Reitnour was married on July 4, 2009, to the former Kelly Sieber. The couple resides in Kenmore, N.Y., with their daughter Grace, who was born in April 2011.

Judi Caserta Assistant Athletic Director for Business Operations Judith Russo Caserta begins her 24th year at Canisius College and is responsible for the day-to-day business operations of the athletic department, including overseeing the individual budgets of the 17 Golden Griffin athletic teams, monitoring travel and recruiting expenses, providing compensation for officials and serving as liaison with the College’s business office and human resources. Caserta received the title of assistant athletic director for business operations during the summer of 2012 and is also the sport supervisor for the rowing program. Caserta served as the Golden Griffins’ senior women’s administrator from 19972000. She prepares the Department of Education Equity Athletics Disclosure Act, along with the NCAA Audit of Agreed-Upon Procedures. After graduating from Canisius, Caserta was the business manager of the family-

owned Russo Chevrolet dealership until the business was sold in 1988. Caserta was hired as the Director of Accounting at Canisius in 1989 and was named the Athletic Business Manager the following year. During her tenure at the College, Caserta has served in many roles and capacities, including chairperson of the MAAC Women’s Lacrosse Committee and the MAAC Finance Committee. She currently sits on the NCAA Intercollegiate Athletics Financial Reporting Advisor Committee. Caserta graduated from Canisius in 1980 with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and has over 30 years of accounting, organizational and management experience. She received her Master of Science in Sport Administration in 2008 from the College. Her Masters’ internship was serving as the General Chair of the 46th annual Porter Cup golf tournament in 2004. Away from Canisius, Caserta enjoys spending time with her family, golfing, cooking and singing the National Anthem at local sporting events. She resides in Youngstown, N.Y., with her husband, Tom (‘77), and son, Anthony.

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2012 SCHEDULE August 24 26 31

BUFFALO at Robert Morris vs. Eastern Illinois (at Milwaukee)

7 p.m. 3 p.m. 6 p.m.

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vs. IUPUI (at Milwaukee)

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WESTERN MICHIGAN DETROIT vs. Cal State Fullerton (at Las Vegas) at UNLV ST. BONAVENTURE ST. FRANCIS (Pa.)

7 p.m. Noon 7:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m. 2:30 p.m.

RIDER * LOYOLA * NIAGARA * at Marist * at Siena * IONA * FAIRFIELD *

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at Saint Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s * at Manhattan * MAAC Tournament (at Baltimore, Md.)

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* - Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Game HOME GAMES IN ALL CAPS