Senior captains
Michael Gagnon, mitch torres, tucker Hogarth and jonathan spencer
DATE
OPPONENT
SITE
TIME
Wed., Aug. 28
vs. Spring Arbor
Grand Rapids, Mich.
3:30 p.m.
Sat., Aug. 31
vs. Bethel (IN)
Grand Rapids, Mich.
3:30 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 4
vs. St. Xavier
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Fri., Sept. 6
vs. Cleary
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Sat., Sept. 7
vs. Goshen
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Sat., Sept. 14
@ St. Francis (IN)
Fort Wayne, Ind.
7 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 18
@ St. Francis (IL)
Joliet, Ill.
8 p.m.
Sat., Sept. 21
@ Northwestern Ohio*
Lima, Ohio
3 p.m.
Wed., Sept. 25
vs. Cornerstone*
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Sat., Sept. 28
vs. Lawrence Tech* (Homecoming)
Grand Rapids, Mich.
3 p.m.
Tues., Oct. 1
@ Grace Bible
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Fri., Oct. 4
@ Madonna
Livonia, Mich.
5 p.m.
Wed., Oct. 9
@ Davenport*
Grand Rapids, Mich.
7 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 12
vs. UM-Dearborn*
Grand Rapids, Mich.
1 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 19
@ Indiana Tech*
Fort Wayne, Ind.
3 p.m.
Wed. Oct. 23
vs. Marygrove*
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Sat., Oct. 26
vs. Siena Heights*
Grand Rapids, Mich.
3 p.m.
Sat., Nov. 2
@ Concordia*
Ann Arbor, Mich.
2:30 p.m.
2012 WHAC Tournament Champions
AQUINAS COLLEGE GENERAL INFORMATION
AFFILIATION: NAIA Division II CONFERENCE: Wolverine-Hoosier (WHAC) 2012 RECORD: 13-6-3 2012 WHAC RECORD: 7-3 2012 WHAC FINISH: Second
LOCATION: Grand Rapids, Michigan FOUNDED: 1886 NICKNAME: Saints COLORS: Maroon/Grey PRESIDENT: Dr. Juan Olivarez ENROLLMENT: 2,518 students STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1
SPORTS INFORMATION AND ATHLETICS
SAINTS SOCCER HEAD COACH: Joe Veal (9th year) ASSOCIATE HEAD COACH: Rodger Garner (3rd year) STUDENT ASSISTANT: Sean Downey (1st year)
SPORTS INFO DIRECTOR: Mike Wojciakowski SID PHONE: 616-632-2482 WEB-SITES: www.aquinas.edu, www.whac.net MEDIA GUIDE: Linda Nash VARSITY SPORTS: 22 ATHLETIC DIRECTOR: Terry Bocian ATHLETIC PHONE: 616-632-2474 FACULTY REPRESENTATIVE: Gary Karasinski
2013 Soccer Schedule
Inside Cover
Table of Contents/Quick Facts
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Aquinas College
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Grand Rapids, MI
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Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC)
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Season Preview
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Head Coach Joe Veal
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Roster
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Associate Head Coach Rodger Garner
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Meet the Team
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Ads
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Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic and Dominican traditions, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.
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Located on the eastern edge of Grand Rapids, Aquinas' location allows students to reap the benefits of living in Michigan's second largest city. With over one million people in the greater metropolitan area, Grand Rapids plays host to numerous festivals, concerts and cultural events each year. Residing on 107 wooded acres, the Aquinas College campus blends early twentieth-century architecture with modern-day structures. The campus is home to over 107 species of trees and shrubs, winding woodland paths and inviting creeks and ponds. Aquinas' campus creates a peaceful environment that is just moments away from the heart of downtown Grand Rapids.
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Aquinas College
Cornerstone University
1607 Robinson Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49506
1001 E. Beltline Rd. Grand Rapids, MI 49505
Founded: 1886 President: Dr. Juan Olivarez Nickname: Saints Colors: Maroon & White Enrollment: 2500 School Web Site: http://www.aquinas.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.aquinas.edu/athletics/
Founded: 1941 President: Dr. Joseph Stowell Nickname: Golden Eagles Colors: Navy & Gold Enrollment: 1850 School Web Site: http://www.cornerstone.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.cugoldeneagles.com
Concordia University
Davenport University
4090 Geddes Rd. Ann Arbor, MI 48105
6191 Kraft Ave. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Founded: 1963 President: Dr. Randall W. Luecke Nickname: Cardinals Colors: Red, White & Black Enrollment: 800 School Web Site: http://www.cuaa.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.concordiacardinals.com/index.php
Founded: 1866 President: Dr. Richard Pappas Nickname: Panthers Colors: Red, Black & White Enrollment: 3500 School Web Site: http://www.davenport.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.dupanthers.com
Indiana Tech 1600 E. Washington Blvd.. Fort Wayne, IN 46803
Lourdes College 6832 Convent Blvd. Sylvania, OH 43560
Founded: 1930 President: Dr. Arthur Snyder Nickname: Warriors Colors: Orange & Black Enrollment: 1471 School Web Site: http://www.indianatech.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.indianatech.edu/ athletics
Founded: 1958 President: Dr.David Livingston Nickname: Gray Wolves Colors: Orange & Gray Enrollment: 2600 School Web Site: http://www.lourdes.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.lourdes.edu/ StudentLife/Athletics.aspx
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Lawrence Tech 21000 W 10 Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075
Marygrove College 8425 W. McNichols, Detroit, MI 48221
Founded: 1932 President: Dr. Virinder K. Moudgil Nickname: Blue Devil Colors: Royal Blue & White Enrollment: 4000 School Web Site: http://www.ltu.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.bluedevilathletics.com
Founded: 1927 President: Dr. David J. Fike Nickname: Mustangs Colors: Green & Gold Enrollment: 950 School Web Site: http://www.marygrove.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.marygrovemustangs.com
Madonna University 36600 Schoolcraft Rd. Livonia, MI 48150
Siena Heights University 1247 E. Siena Heights Drive Adrian, MI 49221
Founded: 1937 President: Sister Rose Marie Kujawa Nickname: Crusaders Colors: Royal Blue, Gold & White Enrollment: 4291 School Web Site: http://www.madonna.edu Athletic Web Site: http://www.madonnacrusaders.com
Founded: 1919 President: Sister Peg Albert, OP, PHD Nickname: Saints Colors: Navy Blue & Gold Enrollment: 1200 School Web Site: http://www.sienaheights.edu/ Athletic Web Site: http://www.shusaints.com
University of Michigan—Dearborn 4901 Evergreen Dearborn, MI 48128
University of Northwestern Ohio 1441 N. Cable Road Lima, OH 45805
Founded: 1959 President: Daniel Little Nickname: Wolves Colors: Maize & Blue Enrollment: 8950 School Web Site: http://www.umd.umich.edu/ Athletic Web Site: http://gowolves.net
Founded: 1920 President: Dr. Jeffrey Jarvis Nickname: Racers Colors: Red, Black Enrollment: 4000 School Web Site: http://www.unoh.edu/ Athletic Web Site: http://www.unohracers.com/
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The upcoming soccer season brings a number of challenges for the men’s soccer team. However, the coaching staff is looking forward to the challenge of preparing the team to play in the increasingly competitive Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference. “It will be very tough to overcome changes in the team and in the conference.” commented Coach Veal. “But that is one of the reasons why I love to coach. I like the challenge of taking 27 players’ who want to be coached and who want to be at Aquinas and who are dedicated to keeping our program as competitive as ever in the Wolverine Hoosier Athletic Conference and helping them grow as soccer players.” The 2013 Saints will have a very different look than last year’s team that qualified for the NAIA National Tournament. Departed are 17 players from the 2012 roster including nine players who were responsible for 88% of the teams 65 goals. Of the eleven returners, three were starters. “On paper it doesn’t look good, but the team had considerable depth in 2012 and returns several players who had some starting experience or extensive playing time.” observed Coach Veal.
Senior Michael Gagnon Key returners are senior Captains Michael Gagnon, (midfielder, Spring Lake) who contributed three goals and six assists. Mitch Torres, (midfielder, South Christian), who had a goal and two assists. Jonathan Spencer, (forward, Traverse City West), also scored a goal and dished out a pair of assists, and Tucker Hogarth (midfielder, Elk Rapids). “We really need these four to be team leaders and keep us focused and positive as we learn to play together and incorporate new players at several positions.” explained Coach Veal. At goalkeeper the Saints return Craig Demshuk, (Jr., Novi), who saw limited action in his first two seasons at Aquinas. Craig took a year off and has returned to challenge for the starting position. Also returning is Trevor Kay, (So., Warren De La Salle). On defense the team lost all four starting defenders but will look to still be strong with Rico Padilla, (So., Northview) moving from midfield to the defense, Jon Malecke, (Jr., Detroit Catholic Central), Peter Brandenburg, (So., Mason), and Michael Weber, (So., Traverse City St. Francis) all stepping up to fill the vacancies.
Sophomore Aldony Mendez
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the higher ranked Junior Colleges in the Midwest. The team is also experiencing change with Assistant coaches. Coach Veal is looking forward to working with a coach who has helped coach a State Championship High School team while being an assistant at East Kentwood. “I am fortunate to have Rodger Garner as my new Associate Head Coach.” says Coach Veal. “I have known Rog for over 25 years and I have always appreciated his knowledge and insights to the game and in handling players. He will work with the goalkeepers, a position he played at the University of Dayton (OH), but also will help with all other aspects of team play.”
Senior Tucker Hogarth “I know each of these guys’ worked very hard in the summer to prepare for this season. They all reported in shape and are eager to help the team shut down opponents.” Coach Veal stated.
“The challenge is there and the Saints are eager to accept it. “For a few years we have instilled a ‘next man up’ mentality to the team. We are trusting players are able to do so. Since the spring we have said we need to work hard, make no excuses, and work as a team. When everyone does their part, the team can accomplish much.” emphasized Coach Veal.
Besides Gagnon, Torres, and Hogarth, the midfield will feature Juan Torres, (So. Northview) and transfer Matt Jackson, (So., Kalamazoo Christian/Grand Rapids Community College) who will look to strengthen this part of the team. Because of a knee injury in the off-season, a question mark at midfield will be Mitch Rosendall, (Jr., Forest Hills Eastern/Western Michigan). As Mitch continues to recover from his injury, it’s not known when or if he will be able to return to play. Up top, in addition to Jonathan Spencer, transfer Aldony Mendez, (So., Northview/Grand Rapids Community College) will look to score goals for the Saints. Aldony helped to lead Northview High School to the MHSAA Division II State Championship his senior year with his finishing ability. Also contending at the forward position will be transfer Ryan Wagenmaker, (Jr., Reeths Puffer/Muskegon Community College). As a forward, Wagenmaker helped make MCC one of 7
team and was selected as a team captain his junior and senior seasons. He also garnered All-District recognition his junior year. Veal completed his education at Bethel College and graduated with a degree in Biblical Literature and Youth Ministry. He later returned to complete the requirements to be a Health and Physical Education teacher. After graduating from Bethel College, he spent three additional years at Bethel in the capacity of athletic director and teaching and coaching soccer.
Head Coach Joe Veal Head Coach Joe Veal begins his ninth year leading the men's soccer program at Aquinas College. In 2011 Veal became the winningest coach in Aquinas history and in 2012 achieved his 100th win as an Aquinas coach and his 200th win as a College coach. Coach Veal now has a 109-44-10 overall record at Aquinas and a 55-19-6 record in conference games at Aquinas. In his eight years at the helm of the program the Saints have won the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference (WHAC) regular season championship 3 times in 2008, 2009, and 2010 and the WHAC tournament three times, in 1996 and 2007, and last season, 2012. Veal has built the program based on trying to recruit solid student-athletes that possess strong character traits to compliment their outstanding soccer skills. Veal comments, "There are so many aspects to look at in conducting a successful program. We focus on recruiting quality student-athletes that have good skills, ball control and touch. We also look for players that have a strong understanding of game tactics. He also credits the success of the program to the influence of his Assistant Coaches during those years. “Matt Roberts, Tony Rowe, Levi Swaney, Brian McKeough, and Chad DuRussel are all former players who love the game of soccer and love Aquinas and have worked very hard to maintain a program of excellence.” After playing high school football, Veal took up the game of soccer. From that point on, he has never looked back and soccer has been a big part of his life. Upon graduation, Veal continued his education and playing career at Bethel College in Mishawaka, IN. He was a four year varsity player on the men's soccer 8
After years at Bethel, Veal was ready for a new challenge and he was selected as the first head coach at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis for two seasons. He was named district coach of the year one of those years. Veal then moved to Grand Rapids, MI where for the next seven years he was an Assistant Professor and head soccer coach at WHAC rival Cornerstone University. The Golden Eagles won a conference championship under Veal's leadership in 1993. In 1996 Veal joined the Aquinas College Saints program in a co-coaching position with coach Pat Hoatlin. The Saints won the WHAC tournament that season. Veal, who is currently a Health Education teacher in the Rockford Public School system, then coached the varsity boy's soccer team at Rockford for nine seasons. When the men's soccer coaching position became open in 2005, Veal realized he was ready for a new challenge and was optimistic about the Aquinas College program. The rest is history and Veal has continued to produce teams that are disciplined and hard working on the field. He believes in taking talent and adapting the system to get the most out of his players. Veal has a strong conviction regarding developing a servant leader mentality in his players. He explains, “One of the five NAIA Champions of Character traits is servant leadership. Jesus was the ultimate role model of that trait. The original Saints, the disciples, at first sought to be the greatest among each other and Jesus taught them otherwise when He said, “just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” (Matthew 20:26-28) Joe Veal is married to Sylvia and they have four children, two sons and two daughters.
No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 32 33
Name Craig Demshuk Peter Brandenburg Chris Grote Michael Weber Charlie Wait Mitch Torres Aldony Mendez Mitchal Rosendall Jon Malecke Michael Gagnon Jonathan Spencer Tucker Hogarth Matt Jackson Cam Vela Melecio Terrones Efrain Cano Jr. Ryan Wagenmaker Alex Detwiler Juan Torres A.J. Broughton Enrique Padilla Alen Osmanagic Yianni Demo Ty VandePoel Brandon Montgomery Trevor Kay Zachary Boensch
Yr. Jr. So. Fr. So. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Fr. So. Fr. So. Fr. Fr. Fr. Fr. So. Fr.
Pos GK DEF DEF DEF DEF MID FWD MID DEF MID MID MID MID MID MID MID MID DEF MID MID MID MID DEF DEF MID GK GK
Ht. 6-2 5-10 5-9 6-3 6-1 5-10 5-9 5-9 5-9 5-9 5-10 5-11 6-1 5-7 5-6 5-9 6-2 5-9 5-9 5-5 6-0 5-10 6-1 5-8 5-9 6-0 6-0
Hometown/High School (College) Novi, Mich./Novi Mason, Mich./Mason Carmel, Ind./Indianapolis Chatard Traverse City, Mich./Saint Francis Byron Center, Mich./Byron Center Grand Rapids, Mich./South Christian Grand Rapids, Mich./Northview Grand Rapids, Mich./Forest Hills Eastern/Western Michigan South Lyon, Mich./Detroit Catholic Central Grand Haven, Mich./Spring Lake Traverse City, Mich./Traverse City West Elk Rapids, Mich./Elk Rapids Kalamazoo, Mich./Kalamazoo Christian/Grand Rapids CC Grand Rapids, Mich./Forest Hills Northern Grand Rapids, Mich./Wyoming Grand Rapids, Mich./Wyoming Muskegon, Mich./Reeths Puffer/Muskegon CC Grosse Points Farms, Mich./Grosse Pointe South Grand Rapids, Mich./Northview Spring Lake, Mich./Spring Lake Grand Rapids, Mich./Northview Grand Rapids, Mich./Forest Hills Northern Macomb Township, Mich./Chippewa Valley Holland, Mich./Holland Traverse City, Mich./Traverse City West Warren, Mich./De La Salle East Tawas,Mich./Tawas
Rodger begins his fourth year as both the men's and women's goalkeeping coach. Added responsibilities this year include being named Associate Head Coach for the men's team. Rodger also currently serves as the varsity assistant head coach at East Kentwood High School for both men and women. The East Kentwood boys’ team has won the Division 1 state championship four times in the last six years. Many of his keepers have earned all-state honors and continued their careers at both the collegiate and professional levels. Rodger played at the University of Dayton before playing professionally for the indoor Dayton Dynamo, and semi pro with several teams. His youth coaching experience includes 2 State Cup championships and several league championships. He has also served as the director of coaching for two youth clubs. Associate Head Coach Rodger Garner
Rodger's son Matt, attended Aquinas and was a standout tennis and soccer player. Rodger says, "Aquinas represents all that is right with higher education. They strive to be the best both academically and athletically. Both soccer programs are run by coaches who care immensely about each player more as a person than as a soccer player." Sean Downey is a new student assistant coach to the Aquinas family. Sean came to Aquinas in the summer of 2012 when he moved to Grand Rapids after he transferred to Aquinas College from Michigan Tech University in Houghton. Sean is a full-time college student studying Sport Management and will be graduating in the Spring of 2014. Sean is also the current U9 Girls and Head Keeper Coach for LASSO.
Student Assistant Sean Downey
Coach Sean is originally from St. Clair, Michigan. Some of the clubs Sean played on were Nova, Vardar, BASC, and Wolves. Sean was also a four year starter for his varsity high school team at Cardinal Mooney Catholic Preparatory School. Plagued with injuries during his junior and senior year of high school Sean was unable to play in college and went on to pursue a career in coaching. Sean is very excited to do all he can to help the Aquinas staff and squad. 9
Zachary Boensch
A. J. Broughton
Efrain Cain Jr.
Yianni Demo
Craig Demshuk
Alex Detwiler
Michael Gagnon
Peter Brandenberg
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Chris Grote
Tucker Hogarth
Matt Jackson
Trevor Kay
Jon Malecke
Aldony Mendez
Brandon Montgomery
Alen Osmanagic
Enrique Padilla
Mitchal Rosendall
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Jonathan Spencer
Melecio Terrones
Mitch Torres
Juan Torres
Ty VanderPoel
Cam Vela
Ryan Wagnemaker
Charlie Wait 12
Michael Webber
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