Sault College Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
[Sault Ste. Marie, ON – March 31, 2025] – Sault College proudly announces its inaugural 2025 class of inductees into its Athletic Hall of Fame. This year's class honors exceptional athletes, coaches, teams, and contributors who have made a lasting impact on the college's athletic programs and the broader community.
The Sault College Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievement, sportsmanship, and dedication to the values of Sault College Athletics. These inductees have not only excelled in their respective sports but have embodied the spirit of leadership, teamwork, perseverance, and Cougar Pride.
"As the Director of Athletics at Sault College, I am incredibly proud to announce the opening of our new Hall of Fame in the Athletics Wing of the college. This Hall of Fame is a tribute to the remarkable players, coaches, and builders who have shaped over 50 years of athletic excellence at Sault College. It represents a long-awaited celebration of the dedication, hard work, and spirit that have defined our Cougar legacy. Our institution has a storied tradition of success in sport, and this recognition is long overdue," said Paul Orazietti, Director of Athletics. "I am equally as proud of the Hall of Fame Selection Committee for turning this vision into a reality, as I am of the exceptional inductees whose contributions will now be immortalized on the walls of the F wing. This Hall of Fame will grow and evolve each year, serving as a lasting symbol of Cougar Pride and a testament to the impact of our athletes and supporters. We look forward to celebrating future inductees and continuing to honor the tradition of excellence that defines Sault College Athletics."
The induction ceremony will take place in early June at Sault College. The event will bring together alumni, family, friends, and the Sault College community to celebrate the remarkable careers and contributions of the inductees.
2025 Sault College Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees:
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Teams |
Coaches |
Builders |
Athlete in Memorium |
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Lita Luciani – Badminton – 1969-70 |
Men's Curling – 1968-69 |
Tom White – Basketball – 1967-1993 |
Joe Williams |
Richard Burella |
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Allen Daschuk – Judo – 1972-73 |
Women's Curling – 1972-73 |
Neil McEwan – Curling – 1973-1993 |
Tom Mauro |
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Dan Jodoin – Basketball – 1987-89 |
Mixed Curling – 1975-76 |
Carl Punkari – Curling – 2011-2016 |
Gerry McGuire |
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John Direnzo – Basketball – 1989-92 |
Mixed Curling – 1978-79 |
Mike Hall – Hockey – 2017-2020 |
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Jean-Louis Ouattara – Basketball – 2004-05 |
Men's Curling – 1991-92 |
Sherri Smith – Cross Country Running |
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Randy Frimpong – Basketball – 2010-11 |
Mixed Curling – 1995-96 |
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Anna Greve – Cross Country – 2015-16 |
Men's Hockey – 2000-01 |
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Ryan Vendramin – Hockey – 2017-2020 |
Men's Curling – 2011-12 |
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Aislyn Ireton – Cross Country/Curling – 2010-14 |
Women's Curling – 2011-12 |
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Mark Dugas – Curling – 2011-2014 |
Men's Curling – 2013—14 |
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Kyle Sherlock – Curling |
Men's Curling 2014-15 |
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Josh Vanderburg – Curling |
Mixed Curling 2014-15 |
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Men's Curling – 2015-16 |
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Mixed Curling – 2017-18 |
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Men's Hockey – 2018-19 |
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For more information about the Sault College Athletic Hall of Fame or the induction ceremony, to provide photos and information about the inductees, please contact athletics@saultcollege.ca. Nominations for the Hall of Fame can be made here. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of these outstanding individuals and their contributions to Sault College Cougars Athletics!