Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Scholarships Presented

The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association and the Manitoba Volleyball Association are pleased to announce the winners of the Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarships.  A male and female student from rural Manitoba and a male and female student from Winnipeg were awarded $500.00 scholarships in honour of long time Manitoba volleyball player, Dr. Dale Iwanoczko.  Dale began his playing career for Lord Selkirk Regional High School and advanced to the University of Manitoba where he was named a five-time All-Canadian and CIAU Most Valuable Player in 1991.  He also played on Manitoba's Provincial Volleyball Team.  Dale was Valedictorian, Governor General Award Medal winner, and Athlete of the Year at Selkirk High School.  He obtained his medical degree from the University of Manitoba and passed away at the age of thirty after succumbing to Hodgkin's Disease and a battle he had fought for fourteen months.  A number of Dale's friends, along with the Manitoba Volleyball Association, have put together an annual golf tournament to raise funds for a scholarship to be named in honour of his memory. 

To be eligible for this scholarship, a student must be proceeding to post-secondary education and must have a minimum of a 65% average.  The individual must have proficiency in volleyball and other considerations include academic standing and other community activities. 

Past Recipients

2004-2005 Award Winners
Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship

Jillian Patmore of Reston Collegiate is a 5'10" middle, who maintains a 75% academic average. Patmore a two-time league All-Star, was also named MVP at this years "A" provincial championships, which they won. As team captain, she led them to a 36-13 record and was named Tri-Star Rural Athlete of the Week, for the week of December 2, 2004. In addition to playing volleyball, she coaches a grade 8 team and has organized clinics for young students. Away from the court, Patmore has participated in student council as treasurer for the past two years. Patmore aspires to play volleyball at the University of Brandon next season.

Brock Fisher is a 6'3" left side hitter from Wawanesa Collegiate, who maintains an 81% academic average. At this years "A" provincials, Fisher was named player of the game on two occasions, as well as winning both Provincial Players Choice and All-Star awards. During the season, the Wawanesa captain participated in both the Zone 9 and Graduating All-Star games, and was named Tri-Star Rural High School Athlete of the Week. In addition to volleyball, Fisher was student council president, he helped run and organize Wawanesa's school sports week and was a sound specialist for choral and school concerts. This well-rounded individual is looking forward to playing spring Tier 1 volleyball, along with participating in badminton, baseball and track and field. Fisher is looking forward to the possibility of playing CIAU volleyball, as a member the Manitoba Bisons.

Jon Kasdorf of Vincent Massey Collegiate (Winnipeg) is a 5'9" libero, who maintains an 86% academic average. This past summer Kasdorf won both best libero and best defensive player awards at the under 18 NORCECA Continental Championships, where his team captured the Silver medal. During the season he was named a tournament All-Star at the Spartan Dig and the West Winnipeg Athletic Conference Championships. Kasdorf also participated in the MHSAA final four, as well as being selected to the Graduating All-Star and all Manitoba teams. When he wasn't playing volleyball, Kasdorf was also a part of the school's concert band, school chorus and chamber choir. Kasdorf also found time to give back to the game as an assistant coach with the Vincent Massey under16 volleyball club. In the future, Kasdorf would like to continue playing volleyball at the provincial and national levels, aspiring to represent our country at the Olympics. Although his destination of what post secondary institute he will attend is still unknown, Kasdorf hopes to play volleyball at University.

Andrew Roarda is a 6'2" middle from Dakota Collegiate, who maintains a 96% academic average. This past season he was named an All-Star at both the Pembina Trails and University of Winnipeg tournaments, while leading them to an impressive record of 40-5. Roarda was also selected as a member of the Graduating All-Star team, as well as the All Manitoba team. Roarda led his team to an appearance at the MHSAA final four volleyball championships and to a 1st place finish at the Seven Oaks tournament. Off the court, he was a pit musician for his school's productions of Grease and Suessical. Roarda also found time to coach a grade 7/8 volleyball team and to referee as well. Roarda aspires to be a member of this years Canada Games volleyball team and to eventually play at the CIAU level.

Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship 2003-04 Award Winners The scholarships are awarded annually to one male and female student from rural Manitoba and one male and female student from Winnipeg, each being awarded $500.00 post-secondary education scholarships in honour and memory of long time Manitoba volleyball player, Dr. Dale Iwanoczko. Press Release

The 2003 Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship winners are:

Jodi Clemons of Lord Selkirk School is 5'3" and plays libero. Jodi maintains an 87% academic average and was selected to the All Manitoba Team. During the season she was also selected as a tournament MVP on numerous occasions and was chosen as a Graduating All-Star. In addition to volleyball, she is also active on the student council as president, serves as a math tutor, coaches JV girls volley-ball, serves on the Christmas hamper committee and is the student representative on the Manitoba School Improvement Plan. Jodi hopes to attend university where she will pursue a degree in education and play volleyball.

Ryan DeCosse of Neelin High School in Brandon is a 6'1' setter. Ryan maintains a 90% academic average and was named to the 2003 Graduating All-Star Team. Ryan was also named to the all-star team for the Pride of the Prairie Tournament and the Provincial High School Championships where he was awarded the Players Choice award. Among all his accomplishments Ryan is the co-chair of the student council, sings in the Neelin choir and is part of the excitement of drama club. Ryan's future aspirations are to represent Manitoba at the Canada Summer games participating in beach or indoor volleyball. Ryan also aspires to play volleyball at the university level.

Dayna Kiesman is a 6'2" middleman from Ashern Central School. Dayna holds an 86% academic average and received MVP in the Ashern Tournament and 4 all-star selections at 'AAA' tournaments this past season. She was also a 2003 Graduating All-star. Dayna is actively involved in the school band, is the student representative on the parent advisory council and is the secretary for the church. She hopes to play volleyball with the Manitoba Storm and then move onto playing university volleyball with the Wesmen.

Ryan Hudson is a 6'3" setter and team captain from Dakota Collegiate who maintains a 97% academic average. Ryan received 5 All-Star awards at various tournaments. Ryan was ranked 2nd in the Winnipeg Sun Top 10 poll, and was selected as a 2003 Graduating All-Star. Ryan is also involved in various sports such as hockey and basketball. When he is not competing in sports Ryan volunteers for the Manitoba Marathon and coaches club volleyball at Dakota. Ryan inspires to become a member of the Provincial Team and to be a member of the 2005 Canada Games Team. Ryan would love to stay in Manitoba and play volleyball at the university level

2002-2003:
Sarah Hiebert Landmark Collegiate
Kyle Nixon Major Pratt School (Russell)
Katie Davidson River East Collegiate
Trevor Shaw Vincent Massey Collegiate (Winnipeg)

2002:
Kendra Liane Dyck Winnipegosis Collegiate
Kevin McAuley Killarney Collegiate
Christa Desrochers Vincent Massey Collegiate (Winnipeg)
Mark Pauls Mennonite Brethren Collegiate Institute

2001:
Kristy Fewchuk Lord Selkirk RSS
Jeff Zylstra Springfield Collegiate

2000:
Jared Small Crocus Plains HS (Brandon)

1999:
Jamie Gilbart Lord Selkirk RSS