2019-20 Douglas College Royals Women's Basketball Recruiting Class

Pictured L-R: Hailey Van Roekel, Jalynne Huynh, Sarah Anne Stephania Sloan
Pictured L-R: Hailey Van Roekel, Jalynne Huynh, Sarah Anne Stephania Sloan
Posted: Jul 04, 2019

Hailey Van Roekel

High School: Langley Christian Secondary School
Hometown: Langley, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: I chose Douglas because it's closer to home, and when I went for a visit all the girls were super nice and seemed like they knew the balance between fun and working hard. Also Coach Steve was very active in watching my games, and gave me great feedback, he started coaching me before I was even on the team! It was a great all around choice for me.
What are your goals for next year: I want to win, even though we get 2 births to nationals next year, I want to win the whole thing, and I know we are capable of it. Another goal is to make it on the all-rookie team. I'm ready to push hard and see what happens.
Coach's Thoughts: "Hailey is a Fraser Valley MVP, Provincial all-star and top performer on a very successful Langley Christian team. She will make an immediate impact, bringing scoring, defensive intensity and leadership to the Royals."

Sarah Sloan

High School: Holy Cross Regional High School
Hometown: Surrey, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: I want to become a Registered Nurse and Douglas College has an excellent nursing program.
What are your goals for next year: To develop my skills, shoot the ball and score for my team.
Coach's Thoughts: "Sarah is a dynamic two-way player who puts significant pressure on opposing teams' defenses with her ability to attack the rim. She is also an aggressive defender who enjoys working hard at the defensive end."

Jalynne Huynh

High School: Burnaby Central Secondary School
Hometown: Burnaby, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: Start off at smaller school.
What are your goals for next year: To be In my best shape and improve my individual game.
Coach's Thoughts: "Jalynne is a versatile guard who can hit open shots and create scoring opportunities for teammates. She has a great attitude and strong desire to be successful."

Chantelle Zinger

High School: Pitt Meadows Secondary School
Hometown: Maple Ridge, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: More directed towards my learning as well as I like the coaching style and team dynamic.
What are your goals for next year: My goals are to work hard on my education all while playing basketball and improving my skills to benefit the team
Coach's Thoughts: "Chantelle is a good shooting, athletic, multi-sport athlete with huge upside. As she focuses on basketball, Chantelle's untapped potential should become evident."

 

Sierra Gallego

Previous School/University: UNBC
Hometown: Avondale, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: I selected Douglas College because it felt like a great place to call home.
What are your goals for next year: Simple. Championship.
Coach's Thoughts: " Sierra is an effective ball handler and creator on the court. She will use her good court vision, superior passing skills and high basketball IQ to be a strong floor general and leader. "

Haley Hanchard

High School: Smithers Secondary School
Hometown: Queen Charlotte, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: I chose Douglas College because they offered me an opportunity as a red-shirt to pursue the sport that I love despite my injury.
What are your goals for next year: My goals for the season are to continue to work on how I see the court and my skills while I am in recovery.
Coach's Thoughts: "Haley is a hard-working, skilled player who thrives on making things difficult for the opposing team. As she adapts to the pace of the PacWest, her basketball abilities will shine."

 

Kenya Reid

High School: Westsyde Secondary
Hometown: Kamloops, BC
Why did you choose Douglas College: I chose Douglas College because there were many courses that were of interest to me and having the chance to play basketball while I do it is something I couldn't pass up. I also love the location and energy.
What are your goals for next year: Playing for Douglas College is an amazing opportunity and it is my goal to dive into the experience head on and to not miss out on the moments that are offered to me.
Coach's Thoughts: " Kenya is a strong, dynamic 'inside the paint' player who should make her presence known on the glass and with her scoring. She is very mobile and we expect her to fit in very well with our Royals up-tempo style of play."
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