Angela Lancaster

Throughout the summer, Ange pursued her Field Hockey career in Australia. She played on the 1^st Team for the Hale Hockey Club in Perth, Wa, practiced with their Men's 2^nd Team and coached a U11 Boys team.
Currently, Angela is practicing with the Canadian Women's Senior Team in Vancouver.

Career Highlights
- 2009 and 2008: 2nd Team All-Canadian
- 2008 University of Guelph MVP

Education
University of Guelph (2010) - Major in Psychology

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Brittany Seidler

Brittany will be taking a sabbatical from school during the winter semester and returning to UofG next fall. She will be training with the Canadian Senior Women's squad in Vancouver, BC with the possibility of competing for Canada in India in February.

Career Highlights
- 2011 and 2010: 1^st Team All-Canadian
- 2011 CIS Tournament All-Star
- 2011: CIS runner-up for Player of the Year
- 2011: OUA Player of the Year

Education
University of Guelph - Majoring in Geography

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Brienne Stairs

Women's Senior Team
Nickname: Brie
Position: Forward
Height: 170 cm
Age: 21
Birthplace: Kitchener, ON
Hometown: Kitchener, ON
Residence: Vancouver, BC

Senior Caps: 8
Teams: Jokers
Former Teams: University of Guelph

Coaches: Louis Mendonca, Paul Bundy, Michelle Turley
First Int'l Appearance: 2011 in Vancouver vs. Trinidad & Tobago
 
How were you introduced to field hockey?
I first started playing field hockey in grade 9 for my high school team (Forest Heights).

What has been the proudest moment of your career?
Playing in my first international match for Canada.

Career Highlights
- 2011 Pan American Elite team
- Among top 3 scorers at the 2011 Pan American Games with 6 goals
- 3 OUA championship titles with the University of Guelph.
- 1 silver and 1 bronze CIS medal with the University of Guelph.
- 2010, 2009: CIS & OUA Player of the Year
- 2010, 2009: CIS 1st Team All-Canadian
- 2008: CIS 2nd Team All-Canadian
- 2010, 2009, 2008 CIS Tournament All-Star
- 2011 University of Guelph W. F. Mitchell Sportswoman Award
- 2010 University of Guelph President's Trophy Award (Female Student-Athlete of the Year)
- 2010 University of Guelph MVP

Tell us about yourself...
I grew up in a large family with 5 siblings. I have an older sister (Lela), two older brothers (Darren and Brandon) and two younger sisters (Tegan and Emma). My parents are Blake and Jullie. I enjoy biking, roller blading, reading, tennis, badminton and ice hockey.
 
Education
University of Guelph (2011) – Major in Bio-Medical Science

Favourite Quote
"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take."

Advice for aspiring athletes...
Never, never, never give up!

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Jessalyn Walkey

Women's Senior Team
Position: Forward
Height: 173 cm
Age: 21
Birthplace: Mississauga, ON
Hometown: Gooderham, ON
Residence: Vancouver, BC

Senior Caps: 33
Former Teams: University of Guelph, Gryphons Field Hockey
Coaches: Louis Mendonca, Michelle Turley
First Int'l Appearance: 2009 in Dublin vs. Ireland
 
How were you introduced to field hockey?
I started playing field hockey in Grade 9 at my high school, St. John's Kilmarnock (SJK), Ontario.

What has been the proudest moment of your career?
My proudest moment playing field hockey was winning OFSAA in my grade 11 year. I was a young captain and lead our team to a first ever OFSAA gold medal in SJK's history.

Favourite moment with Team Canada
Signing the National Team's Canadian flag and singing our National Anthem in Dublin, Ireland. Also, in Chile 2010 when I was injured, before I left the team sent me off with a song they had composed. We all cried, but it was a wonderful celebration of team unity and friendships, along with faith for a healthy return. They were my inspiration during my recovery!

Career Highlights
- 2008 OUA Rookie of the Year
- 2008 CIS Rookie of the Year
- 2008 CIS Tournament All-Star
- 2008 OUA First-team All Star
- 2008 CIS Second-team All Star
- 2008 CIS Tournament MVP
- 2008 University of Guelph Female Rookie of the Year
 
Tell us about yourself...
I am extremely passionate about nature and wildlife. In Ontario, my family and I live up in cottage country on a secluded piece of land, along a beautiful river. "The River", as we call it, is my oasis. After hockey, I plan to pursue wildlife veterinary medicine or graduate studies in wildlife research & conservation. Some of my interests include photography, reading, canoe trips, kayaking, hiking, cycling, motorcycle trips with my family and flying (currently working on my PPL).

Education
Started at the University of Guelph - majoring in Human Kinetics

Role Model
My parents are my role models. They are two of the most positive people you'll ever meet. I admire their outlooks on life, their motivation and work ethics, and their generosity in giving back to those around them. They are incredibly strong individuals and together they are a fantastic unit.

Favourite Quote
"Live. Laugh. Love."

Three Interesting Facts
1. I have my motorcycle licence and I am working on my pilot's licence.
2. I played ice hockey for 8 years before switching to field hockey.
3. I love to swim and could spend hours in the water. Everyone referred to me as a 'fish' growing up.

Advice for aspiring athletes...
Dream big, because anything is possible. Get busy with actions to accomplish your goals. Be true to your Canadian roots: get involved in provincial programs and Canadian variety athletics.
 
In 2010, Jess suffered an ACL tear. After a full recovery, she returned to hockey in January of 2011. Unfortunately, prior to the Pan Am Championships, Jess suffered another debilitating injury and has taken a break from the game.

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Kristine Wishart

Women's Senior Team
Nickname: Krissy
Position: Midfield
Height: 160 cm
Age: 24
Birthplace: Hamilton, ON
Hometown: Hamilton, ON
Residence: Vancouver, BC
Languages: English

Senior Caps: 49
Teams: Jokers, University of Guelph Gryphons
Coaches: Louis Mendonca, Paul Bundy, Michelle Turley
First Int'l Appearance: January 2010 in Santiago, Chile vs. Chile
 
 How were you introduced to field hockey?
I started playing field hockey when I was introduced to the sport at my high school in grade 9.

Career Highlights
- 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005 : 1st Team All-Canadian
- 2009, 2008, 2005 CIS Tournament All-Star
- 2009 University of Guelph W. F. Mitchell Sportswoman Award
- 2009 University of Guelph MVP
- 2007 University of Guelph Shirley Peterson Award
- 2005 University of Guelph Dr. Mary Beverley Burton Award

Tell us about yourself...
I aspire to be a high school math teacher. I enjoy the outdoors and spending time at my cottage with family and friends.

Education
University of Guelph (2009) - Major in Mathematics