2009-2010 Female Athlete of the Year Across All CCAA Sports
University of British Columbia Okanagan’s, Alex Basso has been named this year’s Female Athlete of the Year Across All CCAA Sports by the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association.

One female athlete is selected annually from across all CCAA sports.

A power hitter for the UBC Okanagan Heat women’s volleyball team, Alex is an extremely dedicated and driven student-athlete. She displays all the qualities of sportsmanship and fair play while competing as hard as she can. Basso’s skill and leadership were an integral part of the Heat’s successful season, where they captured both Provincial and National titles. In 58 games played Alex recorded 3.64 kills, .24 blocks, .27 aces, 2.31 digs and 4.17 points per game.

Alex’s accomplishments have been recognized with numerous awards and opportunities; CCAA National Championship MVP, CCAA Volleyball Player of the Year, CCAA All Canadian, BCCAA MVP of Provincial Championship, BCCAA Player of the Year, BCCAA First Team All Star, CCAA Athlete of the Month, BCCAA Athlete of the Week and City of Kelowna Sport Hero Award. In addition, she played for Team BC at the 2009 Canada Summer Games and could possibly receive an invitation to the Senior National Team Selection Camp (she will attend an open National Team ID camp from May 1-5 in Winnipeg).

Alex not only excels on the volleyball court but in the classroom as well. She is a second year student enrolled in the Human Kinetics program. Basso is a role model and ambassador at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, the BCCAA and CCAA. She volunteers her time in the community with the Food Bank Stuff the Bus program and at campus events such as athletic competitions, residence move in day, the Women’s Basketball National Championship and UBC Okanagan Orientation. Alex shares her love of the sport assisting with various school and club teams as guest athlete, and refereeing volleyball.


2009-10 Coaching Excellence Across All CCAA Sports
The Canadian Colleges Athletic Association is pleased to present University of British Columbia Okanagan’s Greg Poitras with the 2009-10 Coaching Excellence Across All Sports Award.

One deserving coach is selected from across all CCAA sports based on his/her contribution to the sport, as well as their positive leadership and commitment to educational goals.

Greg joined UBC Okanagan’s coaching staff in 2005 and the program has flourished ever since. His combined league and playoff record to date is: 64 wins – 28 losses. He has won four Provincial medals, one National Silver and one National Bronze in the five years.

Coach Poitras dedication to his program is evident. He strives to develop his student-athletes and team to their full potential, devoting countless of hours in the gym, planning practices, training sessions, scouting opponents and breaking down game tape to best prepare his squad.

Poitras is an experienced coach; certified level 3 and working on several level 4 tasks. One of his many positive attributes continues to be his desire to learn and improve as a coach. Whether he is working with the UBC Okanagan program, Volleyball BC Provincial Team programs or spending time as national Team guest Coach, Greg is always looking for the next professional development opportunity.

Viewed as one of the top Coaches within the CCAA, Greg was recognized this year as 2009-2010 CCAA Coach of the Year for Volleyball and 2009-2010 BCCAA Coach of the year.
Outside of UBC Okanagan, Greg is extremely active in the community. He spends countless hours working with the coaches of over 20 club teams in his role as the President and mentor of the Kelowna Volleyball Club. In addition he is an NCCP Level 1 and 2 Learning Facilitator.


The Canadian Colleges Athletic Association is a national sport organization that enriches the lives of student-athletes through intercollegiate competition.

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Steve Manuel
Head Coach, Women’s Volleyball
UBC Okanagan Heat
(250) 317-2639 phone
Steve.Manuel@ubc.ca
www.goheat.ca

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