Mustangs Wrestling announces 2020-21 Recruit Class

“This is one of the best-recruiting classes we have had in a long time,” said Mustangs Head Coach Scott Proctor. “These recruits will help us fill some gaps in our line-up that we have due to graduation, they are all hard-working student-athletes who have enormous potential; they are a great addition to our team and the Western community.”

All recruits come to Western from across Ontario with several coming from London and area.

“We are proud these top recruits chose our wrestling program and Western University to continue their athletic and academic careers. They chose our wrestling program due to our reputation for providing a leading student-athlete environment: our recent outstanding results, our supportive team environment, and our commitment to our athletes’ athletic and academic success. Likewise, Western University provides a paramount student experience: a positive social environment, access to a world-class educational experience, opportunities for professional networking, and personal/professional development.” said Proctor

2020-21 Mustangs Wrestling Recruit Class

Owen Bisschop

Hometown: Dorchester, ON
Weight Class: 72kg
Academic Program: BMOS – King’s
Previous Team(s): Lord Dorchester S.S.

Career Highlights:

• OFSAA qualifier 2020
• 2 X TVRAA champion
• Bill Salter Award Winner 2019

Why I chose Western:
“I chose Western because it feels right. I started wrestling when I was 6 years old and I started at Western. I think this will be a nice return to home.”

Coach’s Thoughts:
“Owen comes to us with a lot of potential as a wrestler. He has solid fundamentals. We are excited to start coaching him and believe that he will be a great team member. His addition to our team strengthens our middleweights; his versatility in his weight gives our team flexibility in our line-up.”

Kendall Dettloff

Hometown: Dorchester, ON
Weight Class: 54kg
Academic Program: Nursing
Previous Team(s): Catholic Central High School

Career Highlights:

• OFSAA Silver 2020
• 2x WOSAA Champ (Regional)
• 3x OFSAA Qualifier
• 4x Female Wrestler of the Year (School)
• Gerry Bayley Award (Top Female Wrestler WOSSAA) 2019-2020
• Provincial Bronze 2020
• Cadet Trial Qualifier 2019
• National 5th place 2019
• 4x Honor Roll Student

Why I chose Western:
“I chose Western because it has the perfect mix of social and academic aspects. I knew from a young age that Nursing was my passion and Western was the school that I wanted to study at. With Western being so close to home, I have been able to train on the fields for soccer games and practices, wrestle in alumni hall, and attend many science events affiliated through my high school. Every time I attend a Western event, it is organized and fun, but most importantly I’ve noticed that the students who run it are motivated and happy. I am so excited to be a Western student next year and know that despite the circumstances Western will still help make my first year memorable.”

Coach’s Thoughts:
“Kendall is an excellent addition to our strong women’s team; she is extremely hard working and very coachable. Kendall has outstanding offence and defence. She will have an immediate impact on our program; we are excited to have her as a Mustang. We expect her to be a leader on our team in the years to come.”

Thomas Fortier

Hometown: London, ON
Weight Class: 90kg
Academic Program: BMOS – King’s
Previous Team(s): Mother Teresa Catholic S.S.

Career Highlights:

• 5^th place OFSAA
• 2X WOSSA champ
• 1x TVRAA champ

Why I chose Western:
“I chose western because for as long as a can remember I wanted to be a Mustang. Growing up playing and being really involved with sports, I always saw myself eventually being accepted to and hopefully being on a varsity team at Western. Furthermore, My father and my grand father are western alumni and my father was a varsity athlete so its always been my goal of mine to follow in their footsteps. Western is also an amazing school for so many other reasons which made my choice even easier.”

Coaches Quote:
“Thomas is an excellent addition to our team; he has shown significant improvement over the last year. Thomas has strong upper body technique. We believe he will continue to improve, and he has the potential to be a top university wrestler in Canada. His work ethic and positive attitude make him an ideal student-athlete.”

Patrick Guzman-Salvador

Hometown: London, ON
Weight Class: 77kg
Academic Program: Engineering
Previous Team(s): Mother Teresa Catholic S.S.

Career Highlights:

• 2X OFSAA Champion 2019,2020
• 3X WOSSAA champion
• Won Provincials 2x – Cadet/Juvenile 2017/2019
• 5^th Juvenile Nationals 2019

Why I chose Western:
“As a kid coming from Western’s wrestling age group program, I’ve been exposed to the coaches, athletes and trainers. I always wanted to continue growing in my sport and knew Western was my fit. Not to mention Western is one of the top schools in Canada for its academics and research; it was a no brainer for me to come here.”

Coaches Quote:
“Patrick is one of the top recruits in Ontario. We are thrilled to have him join our program; he is a very explosive wrestler who can score from many different positions. He will make a significant contribution to our men’s team right away. We expect him to play an essential role with our team for years.”

Hannah Lockwood

Hometown: Belleville, ON
Weight Class: 51kg
Academic Program: Social Science – King’s
Previous Team(s): Bayside Secondary School

Career Highlights:

• COSAA gold 2020
• Top 8 OFSAA 2020
• Team Captain
• 4 X OFSAA qualifier
• Student Council president
• Honour roll (all 4 years)

Coaches Quote:
“Hannah is an excellent example of a complete student-athlete. She is hardworking and dedicated both in the classroom and on the mat. We are excited to start working with her and help her reach her potential. Hannah will be a great addition to our strong women’s team.”

Myah Trymbulak

Hometown: Amherstburg, ON
Weight Class: 44kg
Academic Program: Social Science
Previous Team(s): Amherst High School

Career Highlights:

• OFSAA Champion 2020
• OFSAA Silver and Bronze
• 3X provincial Medalist
• Silver Nationals 2017
• Gold Ontario winter games 2018

Coaches Quote:
“Myah comes to us after an outstanding high school career. Myah’s physical strength and offensive technique will allow her to make an immediate impact on the university wrestling scene. Myah solidifies our lightweights on our women’s team. We believe she will continue to work hard, which will translate into excellent outcomes.”

Diego Worsley

Hometown: London, ON
Weight Class: 57.5kg
Academic Program: Social Science – King’s
Previous Team(s): Mother Teresa Catholic S.S.

Career Highlights:

• 5th place at OFSAA (2019)
• 2ns place at WOSSAA (2020)
• Athlete of the Year
• MVP boys wrestling
• Honour Roll

Why I chose Western:
“I began my journey as a wrestler in grade nine at H.B. Beal Secondary School, and I fell in love with the sport. I was not very good, but I devoted myself every day.  My high school coach recommended that I join a club for those who were passionate about wrestling, such as myself, so I joined the London-Western Wrestling Club. At first, I felt overwhelmed and scared, but the couches quickly made me feel welcomed and a part of a family. The feeling was genuinely amazing. I am the person I am today because of the Western team and the Western community. They encourage me to better myself, to be the best me I can be. I chose Western because here I am part of a family, a special bond only a few people get. I feel honoured to be a part of Western.”

Coaches Quote:
“Diego is a wrestler who always competes hard and gives 100%.  Diego will help us fill the lightweight spots we lost to graduation this past season on our men’s team. We are very excited to have him join the mustang family. His conditioning and technique will continue to improve while training as a mustang; he will become a top contender in U SPORTS wrestling.”

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