Celebrating Exceptional Student-Athletes |
Introduced in 2013, this program recognizes extraordinary leadership potential
Each year up to 15 scholars are chosen for their academic, athletic and leadership qualities to take part in this program intended to inspire tomorrow’s change-makers.
Lang Scholars are “all-rounders” who embody athletic and academic excellence, as well as the strength of character of the program’s namesake, Stu Lang ’70. Scholars participate in unique enrichment opportunities, including leadership training, conferences and hearing from inspiring guest speakers. The program helps participating scholars grow into confident, capable leaders. In return, they are expected to contribute to College life through mentoring younger athletes and participating in additional community service.
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Meet UCC's Lang Scholars
Asher Mandel ’27
Asher Mandel ’27
An Orr’s Prefect, Asher plays on both the varsity football and varsity rugby teams. His favourite subject is history. Asher’s goals for the upcoming academic year are to learn how to cook and to win at CISSA. In his free time, Asher is a massive Buffalo Bills fan and loves nature walks with audiobooks. In the future, he hopes to pursue a career as a lawyer, historian or sports commentator or analyst.
Ryker Babcock ’27
Ryker Babcock ’27
Head of Wedd’s house, Ryker plays on the UCC varsity hockey team and is the captain of the varsity lacrosse team. Outside of UCC, he plays on the Brampton Junior Lacrosse Canada U19 Development Lacrosse team. Ryker is an inaugural Lang National Scholar from Ajax, Ontario. His favourite subjects are math and science. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with friends and family. His goal this year is to win Athlete of the Year. After UCC, Ryker plans to pursue a career as a professional athlete or in finance, engineering or a sports-related field.
Charles Paterson ’27
Charles Paterson ’27
Head Steward and a member of Scadding’s House, Charles plays on the varsity football and varsity baseball teams. He has received the Principal’s List in Year 10 and the General Proficiency award in Years 8, 9 and 10. Additionally, he won the Class of ’57 trophy. Charles is the head of the Truth and Reconciliation Club, a Model United Nations delegate, a singer for the jazz band and Blue Notes choir. His favourite subject is history, particularly Indian and Italian history. In his free time, Charles enjoys playing instruments such as piano and harmonica, organizing social sporting tournaments with friends, going on fishing trips with his dad, and playing golf. His goal for the upcoming academic year is built upon the successes of others in making student life more social and happy. After UCC, Charles plans to pursue a career in either business or engineering.
Kurt Kornberg ’27
Kurt Kornberg ’27
A Martland’s Prefect, Kurt plays on the varsity football and varsity rugby teams and is captain of the varsity basketball team. He won the Year 11 Athlete of the Year award and is also part of the Jewish Culture Club. His goals for the upcoming school year are to improve his grades overall and to bring something meaningful to UCC. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and volunteering around the city. Kurt’s favourite subjects are English and business. In the future, he hopes to pursue a career in business or law.
JJ Feehely ’27
JJ Feehely ’27
Head of Mowbray's house, JJ is on the varsity volleyball, basketball and track teams. He is the recipient of the Year 9 Athlete of the Year award. His extracurricular activities at UCC include Nankind Angel Tutoring and being Head of the Blue Hearts Wellness Club. Outside of UCC, he plays on an Ontario Basketball League X team and is an assistant teacher at Spirit of Math. JJ likes to listen to music in his free time. His goals for the upcoming academic year include achieving General Proficiency in his academics, achieving the Principal's List, and becoming Athlete of the Year. After UCC, JJ hopes to pursue a career in either business, engineering or law.
Duncan Glasford ’27
Duncan Glasford ’27
A member of Mowbray's house and Athletic Steward, Duncan is captain of both the varsity soccer and varsity track teams. He is the Co-Head of the UCC Finance Club. His favourite subjects are economics and Spanish. In his free time, he likes to listen to music. After UCC, Duncan hopes to pursue a career in business and finance.
Cammie List ’28
Cammie List ’28
A member of Orr’s House, Cammie plays on the prep hockey and varsity track & field teams. He is a recipient of the 2025 General Proficiency Award and his favourite subjects are math and economics. His interests include film, graphic design and business mentorship within the mentorship program. In his free time, he enjoys solving Rubik’s cubes, spending time with friends and family in nature, baking and listening to music. Cammie’s goals for the upcoming year are to achieve a spot on the Principal’s List, volunteer regularly and build healthier work habits. In the future, he hopes to pursue a career in business, law, finance, or an entrepreneurial startup within those fields.
Jarred Pompey ’28
Jarred Pompey ’28
A member of Wedd’s House, Jarred plays on the football, basketball and track & field teams. Jarred is a Lang National Scholar from LaSalle, Quebec. His favourite subjects are science, psychology and philosophy because he enjoys learning how things work. In his free time, Jarred enjoys researching mysteries and conspiracy topics. His goals this year are to get involved in the new UCC community and take advantage of more opportunities. After UCC, Jarred is interested in exploring athletic therapy, policing, or a career in the sports sector.
Conover Van Iperen ’28
Conover Van Iperen ’28
A member of Wedd's house, Conover plays on both the varsity lacrosse and varsity football teams. Outside of UCC, he plays on the U19 Team BC Lacrosse team and on the Junior Delta Islanders. His extracurricular activities include theatre and coaching lacrosse. His favourite subjects are biology and drama. In his free time, Conover enjoys spending time with animals and serving communities in any way possible. His main goal this academic year is to explore diverse scientific fields to discover and develop a specific new passion that connects with kinesiology and physiology. After UCC, Conover hopes to pursue a career in either physiotherapy, professional coaching, or social service.
Max Zumbo ’28
Max Zumbo ’28
A member of Seaton’s House, Max is part of the varsity lacrosse and varsity football teams. Last year, he received the Lacrosse Rookie of the Year award. Outside of UCC, he plays on the Ironheads Jr. B Lacrosse team. Max’s other extracurricular activities include pickleball. In his free time, Max enjoys working out and hanging out with friends. His favourite subject is science. Max’s goal for the upcoming school year is to get better grades and improve in lacrosse. After UCC, Max hopes to pursue a career in either general contracting, kinesiology or law.
Bohdan Gorenstein ’29
Bohdan Gorenstein ’29
A member of Orr’s House, Bohdan plays on the U16 hockey and varsity lacrosse teams and was MVP of UCC’s U15 hockey team. Outside of the College, Bohdan participates in rock climbing and box lacrosse. His favourite subjects are math, art and science. In his free time, he is interested in music and plays the guitar. Bohdan’s goals for the upcoming academic year are to get straight 6s on his report card, win every possible hockey tournament, and be projected top three in next year’s OHL draft. In the future, he hopes to pursue hockey for as long as he can and to use a scholarship to obtain a business degree.
Elliot MacDonald ’29
Elliot MacDonald ’29
A member of Seaton’s House, Elliot plays on the varsity football and rugby teams. Elliot is a Lang National Scholar from Kingston, Ontario. Outside of UCC, Elliot plays rugby on Team Ontario and Team Canada and is training to go to Dakar, Senegal, for the Youth Olympic Games. Elliot also volunteers at the Kingston Rugby Club teaching youth rugby. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends at his cottage. His favourite subject is biology. Elliot’s goal this year is to learn how to effectively balance sports with academics. After UCC, he is interested in playing professional rugby or pursuing a career in sports sciences.
Colton Branovacki ’30
Colton Branovacki ’30
A member of Seaton’s House, Colton plays on both the hockey and track & field teams. Colton is a Lang National Scholar from Belle River, Ontario, and his favourite subjects are math and science. In his free time, Colton enjoys playing chess and video games, as well as spending time with friends and family. His goals for the upcoming academic year are to help win the OHL Cup tournament, give back to the community through the Lang Scholar program and obtain good grades. After UCC, he is interested in becoming a professional athlete, engineer or teacher.
Ryan Browne ’30
Ryan Browne ’30
A member of Seaton’s House, Ryan plays on both the varsity hockey and baseball teams. Ryan is a Lang National Scholar from Gander, Newfoundland, and his favourite subjects are math and drama. Outside of UCC, Ryan plays for Team Newfoundland in the Canada Games. In his free time, Ryan enjoys playing golf, teaching sports to younger kids and hanging out with friends. His goals for the upcoming academic year are to balance competitive sports with high academic achievement, and to find time to participate in social activities. After UCC, Ryan hopes to continue playing hockey professionally or to launch a career as an entrepreneur.