Mike Blakey
Mike Blakey is a dedicated rugby coach, mentor, and community builder known for his leadership and commitment to inclusive sport.
As Head Coach of Muddy York RFC in Toronto, he has developed programs for men’s+ and women’s+ contact rugby and a co-ed mixed abilities program accessible to all. Affectionately known as “The Angry Lumberjack,” he represented Canada at the 2022 International Mixed Ability Rugby World Cup in Cork, Ireland, helping the Vikings Mixed Ability team secure a historic second-place finish, the first Canadian team to reach the podium. He has also supported initiatives promoting LGBTQ+ visibility, including the award-winning Boys Will Be Boys photo series, inspiring athletes across Canada.
S.A. Cawker Coaches
Paul Koot, Phil Ovsenek, and Hanna Ovsenek transformed S.A. Cawker Public School into a powerhouse of athletic excellence and school spirit.
During their tenures (Hanna 2003-2019, Phil 2005-2015, Paul 2006-2015), they coached 131 championship teams across cross country, volleyball, wrestling, basketball, badminton, track and field, hurdles, and three-pitch. Their athletes consistently excelled, earning the 2009-2010 George McFarlane Award for Sportsmanship. Their volleyball programs were especially dominant, with multiple Provincial Cup Final Four and Championship appearances, and Durham Finals berths in all but three years-competing among over 110 schools.
Paul and Phil also served as Presidents of the Durham Elementary Athletic Association, supporting more than 55,000 students. Together, they ran local volleyball camps, and Paul later served as President of the Durham Rebels Volleyball Club, leaving a lasting legacy of leadership, opportunity, and community impact.
1980-81 Pee Wee Tier II "C" George Stone Realty
In April 1981, captain Karl Durham accepted the OMHA Championship Trophy after Stone Real Estate defeated Dresden by a dominant 9‑points‑to‑1 series margin. Dresden managed one tie to avoid a four‑game sweep, but Port Perry’s strength and depth were undeniable throughout the playoffs. After a challenging start to the season, the George Stone Realty Estate team surged at the perfect moment, going on an extraordinary playoff run—winning 16 games and tying one.
A defining highlight came when Willie Edwards scored late in the third period to tie a crucial game, then delivered the overtime winner—a turning point that energized the team’s championship drive. The dedicated leadership of the manager and coaches of the 1980–81 Pee Wee Tier II “C” George Stone Realty Hockey team; Glen Van Camp, Paul Van Camp, Mark Kendall, Todd Willbur and Boyd Vanderhuel, played a vital role in shaping both the success of the season and the lasting character of the players.
1981-82 Pee Wee Tier II "B" George Stone Realty
George Stone Realty Estate Peewee B team carried forward the championship tradition and secured a second consecutive OMHA title, despite the roster being composed largely of minor‑aged players.
The team delivered excellence from start to finish, recording 32 wins in 44 games, demonstrating consistency, discipline, and a level of maturity beyond their years. Their championship was clinched on the road in Forest, Ontario, where a 5–3 victory completed a three‑game sweep and sealed the provincial crown. Captain Mike Gibson proudly lifted the OMHA trophy, marking the program’s second straight championship triumph.
Sponsor George Stone again showed extraordinary generosity, presenting the players with OMHA championship rings, creating a lasting symbol of their accomplishment. The dedicated leadership of Paul Van Camp, Dave Ballingal and Dave Obee helped shape both the success and character of the 1981–82 George Stone Realty Pee Wee Tier II “B” team.