sept-Îles Athletes Score Big: Volleyball Team and Badminton Duo Advance to Provincial Championships
The Cégep de Sept-Îles is sending its menS volleyball team and a badminton doubles duo to their respective RSEQ Provincial Collegiate Championships.
Voyageurs Volleyball Team Heads to Provincials After 15-Year Drought
For the first time in fifteen years, the Cégep de Sept-Îles men’s volleyball team, the Voyageurs, has qualified for the provincial Championship. Their journey continues in Beauce on April 5th and 6th after securing a medal-round finish at the North-East Conference Championship in Drummondville. The team started strong by defeating the host team from Center-du-Québec in two sets (25-20, 25-22). Although they lost to Garneau (25-20, 18-25, 12-15), they bounced back to win against Victoriaville (23-25, 26-24, 15-9), securing their spot in the bronze medal match. Despite a hard-fought battle,they ultimately fell to Drummondville in the bronze final (25-17,23-25,14-16).
Coach Jean-François lachance praised the team’s performance, highlighting Félix Beaulieu and Emmanuel Hounsell for their outstanding play. He emphasized the significance of this achievement, stating, “We have something to be proud of with our guys. They have accomplished something remarkable…The guys did it for themselves, for our Cégep, but also for all the former and future Voyageurs who didn’t believe it was possible to get to provincials from Sept-Îles.”
Lachance added, “This team is hungry for achievements, and we are looking forward to seeing the end of our story, which will be played out the weekend of April 5th in Beauce.”
badminton duo Clinches Provincial Berth with Bronze Win
Alexis Joseph and Emma Turbide will also extend their season, securing a bronze medal at the conference championship in Sherbrooke. Their extraordinary performance guarantees them a spot at the RSEQ Provincial Championship in Drummondville from April 4th to 6th.
Joseph and Turbide earned their place in the elimination rounds with two wins and one loss in the group stage.After losing to the top-seeded team from Shawinigan in the semi-finals (8-21, 8-21), the Sept-Îles pair rebounded to claim the bronze medal with a decisive victory (21-11, 21-16) over their opponents from Cégep de Sherbrooke.
In men’s singles, olivier Dion narrowly missed qualifying for the provincial tournament. Despite a strong showing in the pool stage with three wins and no losses, Dion faced a tough quarter-final match against a player from Cégep de Sherbrooke. According to coach Alex Couture,stress and pressure affected Dion’s performance,leading to a loss (16-21,12-21).Dion recovered to win his next two matches in the consolation bracket, finishing in fifth place. He remains an alternate for the Provincial Championship in case of injury.
Couture acknowledged the mixed emotions, stating, “It was a heartbreaking tournament for Olivier, who aspired to qualify for the provincial championship. Still, our mixed doubles team was able to fight well and cause a surprise by taking third place.” He also gave a special mention to graduating team members Olivier dion and François Larivière.
Basketball Team Bows Out in Semifinals
The Cégep de Sept-Îles Voyageurs basketball team suffered a 77-52 defeat to the Gaillards of Cégep de Jonquière in the semi-finals of the D3 Saguenay–lac-Saint-Jean/Côte-Nord collegiate League playoffs.
All-Star Athletes Honored
Several collegiate leagues have announced their 2024-2025 all-star athletes, selected by the coaches. The Voyageurs honored were Anabelle Therrien (women’s volleyball), Étienne Cormier (men’s volleyball), Samuelle Néron (women’s basketball), and Hubert Marquis (men’s basketball).
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sept-Îles Athletes Score Big: Volleyball Team and Badminton Duo Advance to Provincial Championships
The Cégep de Sept-Îles is sending its menS volleyball team and a badminton doubles duo to thier respective RSEQ Provincial Collegiate Championships.
voyageurs Volleyball Team Heads to Provincials After 15-Year Drought
For the first time in fifteen years, the Cégep de Sept-Îles menS volleyball team, the Voyageurs, has qualified for the provincial Championship. Their journey continues in Beauce on April 5th and 6th after securing a medal-round finish at the North-East Conference Championship in Drummondville. The team started strong by defeating the host team from Center-du-Québec in two sets (25-20, 25-22). Although they lost to Garneau (25-20, 18-25, 12-15), they bounced back to win against Victoriaville (23-25, 26-24, 15-9), securing their spot in the bronze medal match. Despite a hard-fought battle,they ultimately fell to Drummondville in the bronze final (25-17,23-25,14-16).
Coach Jean-François lachance praised the team’s performance, highlighting Félix Beaulieu and Emmanuel Hounsell for their outstanding play. He emphasized the meaning of this achievement, stating,”We have something to be proud of with our guys. They have accomplished something remarkable…The guys did it for themselves, for our Cégep, but also for all the former and future Voyageurs who didn’t believe it was possible to get to provincials from Sept-Îles.”
Lachance added,”This team is hungry for achievements,and we are looking forward to seeing the end of our story,which will be played out the weekend of April 5th in Beauce.”
badminton duo Clinches Provincial Berth with Bronze Win
Alexis Joseph and Emma turbide will also extend their season, securing a bronze medal at the conference championship in Sherbrooke. Their unusual performance guarantees them a spot at the RSEQ Provincial Championship in Drummondville from April 4th to 6th.
Joseph and Turbide earned their place in the elimination rounds with two wins and one loss in the group stage.After losing to the top-seeded team from Shawinigan in the semi-finals (8-21, 8-21), the Sept-Îles pair rebounded to claim the bronze medal with a decisive victory (21-11, 21-16) over their opponents from Cégep de Sherbrooke.
In men’s singles, olivier Dion narrowly missed qualifying for the provincial tournament. Despite a strong showing in the pool stage with three wins and no losses, Dion faced a tough quarter-final match against a player from Cégep de Sherbrooke. According to coach Alex Couture,stress and pressure affected Dion’s performance,leading to a loss (16-21,12-21).Dion recovered to win his next two matches in the consolation bracket, finishing in fifth place. he remains an alternate for the provincial Championship in case of injury.
Couture acknowledged the mixed emotions,stating,”It was a heartbreaking tournament for Olivier,who aspired to qualify for the provincial championship. Still,our mixed doubles team was able to fight well and cause a surprise by taking third place.” He also gave a special mention to graduating team members Olivier dion and François Larivière.
Basketball Team Bows Out in Semifinals
The Cégep de sept-Îles Voyageurs basketball team suffered a 77-52 defeat to the gaillards of Cégep de Jonquière in the semi-finals of the D3 Saguenay–lac-Saint-Jean/Côte-Nord collegiate League playoffs.
All-Star Athletes Honored
Several collegiate leagues have announced their 2024-2025 all-star athletes, selected by the coaches.The Voyageurs honored were Anabelle Therrien (women’s volleyball), Étienne Cormier (men’s volleyball), Samuelle Néron (women’s basketball), and Hubert Marquis (men’s basketball).
Q&A: Sept-Îles Athletes’ Road to Provincials
Volleyball Voyageurs: Breaking the Drought
Q: How long has it been since the Voyageurs men’s volleyball team qualified for provincials?
A: 15 years! This qualification marks a significant milestone for the team and the Cégep de Sept-Îles.
Q: Where and when will the provincial championships be held?
A: The volleyball championships will be in Beauce on April 5th and 6th.
Q: Who are some key players to watch for the Voyageurs?
A: Keep an eye on Félix Beaulieu and Emmanuel Hounsell, who were highlighted by Coach Jean-françois Lachance for their outstanding performances.
Trivia: The Voyageurs’ qualification is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of the team and coaching staff.This is a great chance for the team to shine!
Badminton Duo: Doubles Delight
Q: Who are the badminton players advancing to provincials?
A: Alexis Joseph and Emma Turbide, who secured a bronze medal in the conference championship.
Q: Where and when will the badminton provincial championships be held?
A: They are in Drummondville from April 4th to 6th.
Q: How did they earn their spot in the elimination rounds?
A: They won two matches and lost one in the group stage.
Trivia: Badminton requires a unique blend of skill, strategy, and agility. These athletes have demonstrated all three!
Basketball & Beyond: A look at the Season
Q: How did the Voyageurs basketball team fare?
A: They were defeated in the semi-finals by Cégep de Jonquière.
Q: Which athletes were honored as all-stars?
A: Anabelle Therrien (women’s volleyball), Étienne Cormier (men’s volleyball), Samuelle Néron (women’s basketball), and Hubert Marquis (men’s basketball).
Q: What happened with Olivier Dion in Men’s singles badminton?
A: Despite a strong showing in the pool stage, he narrowly missed qualifying for the provincial tournament.He is an alternate in case of injury.
Advice: Remember to support your local athletes! Their hard work and dedication deserve recognition.
Cheer on the Voyageurs as they represent Sept-Îles at the Provincial Championships! Let’s see them bring home some hardware.
