Developing Champions for Life
Annual Club Awards
Ignite is proud of all of our member athletes, coaches and outstanding volunteers!
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2020-2021 Season: Ignite Awards
Margaret White Award of Athlete Excellence – Kaylin Simkins
Margaret White was the head coach of Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for 6 years. In this time she placed an importance of ‘whole’ athlete development, not just results. She encouraged that successful athletes have many attributes, including being a team player, supporting your club, having a strong work ethic and demonstrating positive leadership skills. She was an energetic coach who pushed her athletes to success, but recognized the importance and impact sport has on the future of young women.
Janet Herman Award of Coaching Excellence – Rebecca Collings
Janet Herman was the head coach of Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for many years, starting in 1994. She was a head coach who really drove the culture of this club. Her passion for the development of young athletes as whole individuals and what they could achieve was astounding. She pushed the club competitively as well with great success at the National and International level. Janet loved this club as an athlete, a coach and as a head coach.
Pam Ahrens Award of Volunteer Excellence – Cindy Zizek
Pam was the President of the Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for many years, helping to shape the club to what it is today. She has also put in countless hours volunteering on Synchro Ontario and Synchro Canada boards. She was the first recipient of the award in 2007. This award is used to highlight an exceptional volunteer in the Ignite Community. Someone who loves this sport and what it means for young women today and in the future.
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Flexibility Award of Excellence – Ella Markowsky-Babcock
Jennifer was a long time coach, judge, volunteer, and parent with the Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club). This award originated in 2005 as a way to recognize athletes in the club that had outstanding improvements in strength and flexibility. Jennifer hoped this would inspire and encourage all athletes to push themselves further in their training of fitness and flexibility.
2019-2020 Season: Ignite Awards
Margaret White Award of Athlete Excellence – Hilary Oliver
Margaret White was the head coach of Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for 6 years. In this time she placed an importance of ‘whole’ athlete development, not just results. She encouraged that successful athletes have many attributes, including being a team player, supporting your club, having a strong work ethic and demonstrating positive leadership skills. She was an energetic coach who pushed her athletes to success, but recognized the importance and impact sport has on the future of young women.
Janet Herman Award of Coaching Excellence – Candice Larochelle
Janet Herman was the head coach of Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for many years, starting in 1994. She was a head coach who really drove the culture of this club. Her passion for the development of young athletes as whole individuals and what they could achieve was astounding. She pushed the club competitively as well with great success at the National and International level. Janet loved this club as an athlete, a coach and as a head coach.
Pam Ahrens Award of Volunteer Excellence – Liza Lemieux
Pam was the President of the Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for many years, helping to shape the club to what it is today. She has also put in countless hours volunteering on Synchro Ontario and Synchro Canada boards. She was the first recipient of the award in 2007. This award is used to highlight an exceptional volunteer in the Ignite Community. Someone who loves this sport and what it means for young women today and in the future.
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Flexibility Award of Excellence – Sara Lerzundy
Jennifer was a long time coach, judge, volunteer, and parent with the Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club). This award originated in 2005 as a way to recognize athletes in the club that had outstanding improvements in strength and flexibility. Jennifer hoped this would inspire and encourage all athletes to push themselves further in their training of fitness and flexibility.
| Most Improved – Green 10 & u | Individual awards due to COVID-19 |
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 | Individual awards due to COVID-19 |
| Most Improved – Maroon 11-12 | Individual awards due to COVID-19 |
| Most Improved – Purple 13-15 | Kayla Giesbrecht |
| Most Improved – Silver 13-15 | Chelsey Sun |
| Most Improved – Orange Junior | Nadia Garcia |
| Most Improved – Black Junior | Hilary Oliver |
| Most Valuable – Green 10 & under | Individual Awards due to Covid-19 |
| Most Valuable – Red 11-12 | Individual Awards due to Covid-19 |
| Most Valuable – Maroon 11-12 | Individual Awards due to Covid-19 |
| Most Valuable – Purple 13-15 | Nicole Carver |
| Most Valuable – Silver 13-15 | Charlotte Horbow |
| Most Valuable- Orange Junior | Kaylin Simkins |
| Most Valuable- Black Junior | Faith Bennet |
| Most Inspiring Master | Leslie Hisey |
| Recreational Coach of the Year | Amara Johnston |
| Novice Coach of the Year | Emma Walker |
| Recreational Volunteer of the Year | Eve Savoia |
| Teen Spirit Award | Individual Awards due to Covid-19 |
| Novice Spirit Award | Individual Awards due to Covid-19 |
2018-2019 Season: Ignite Awards
Margaret White Award of Athlete Excellence – Alicia Thomson
Margaret White was the head coach of Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for 6 years. In this time she placed an importance of ‘whole’ athlete development, not just results. She encouraged that successful athletes have many attributes, including being a team player, supporting your club, having a strong work ethic and demonstrating positive leadership skills. She was an energetic coach who pushed her athletes to success, but recognized the importance and impact sport has on the future of young women.
Janet Herman Award of Coaching Excellence – Jaye Webster
Janet Herman was the head coach of Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club) for many years, starting in 1994. She was a head coach who really drove the culture of this club. Her passion for the development of young athletes as whole individuals and what they could achieve was astounding. She pushed the club competitively as well with great success at the National and International level. Janet loved this club as an athlete, a coach and as a head coach.
Pam Ahrens Award of Volunteer Excellence – Tanis Dal Zotto
Pam was the President of the Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club)b for many years, helping to shape the club to what it is today. She has also put in countless hours volunteering on Synchro Ontario and Synchro Canada boards. She was the first recipient of the award in 2007. This award is used to highlight an exceptional volunteer in the Ignite Community. Someone who loves this sport and what it means for young women today and in the future.
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Flexibility Award of Excellence – Kaelyn Riley
Jennifer was a long time coach, judge, volunteer, and parent with the Ignite (Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club). This award originated in 2005 as a way to recognize athletes in the club that had outstanding improvements in strength and flexibility. Jennifer hoped this would inspire and encourage all athletes to push themselves further in their training of fitness and flexibility.
| Most Improved – Gold 10 & u | Teagan Mason |
| Most Improved – Green 10 & u | Sophie Tong |
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 | Mieke Bilo |
| Most Improved – Pink 11-12 | Eve Savoia |
| Most Improved – White 13-15 | Charlotte Horbow |
| Most Improved – Purple 13-15 | Charlotte Lemieux |
| Most Improved – Silver 13-15 | Hilary Oliver |
| Most Improved – Orange Junior | Rory Mcnicol |
| Most Valuable – Gold 10 & u | Ruby Gulyas |
| Most Valuable – Green10 & u | Jade Ramos |
| Most Valuable – Red 11-12 | Elizabeth Pare |
| Most Valuable – Pink 11-12 | Evelyn Goddard |
| Most Valuable – White 13-15 | Nadia Garcia |
| Most Valuable – Purple 13-15 | Jamiee Near |
| Most Valuable – Silver 13-15 | Kaylin Simkins |
| Most Valuable- Orange Junior | Grace Chapman |
| Most Inspiring Master | Celia Mackenzie |
| Synchro Ontario Coach of the Year | Sherry Riley & Michelle Dalgleish |
| Synchro Ontario Swimmer of the Year | Faith Bennet & Kaylin Simkins |
| Synchro Ontario Volunteer of the year | Debbie Mazzei |
| Recreational Coach of the Year | Olivia Netto |
| Novice Coach of the Year | Emma Macartney |
| Recreational Volunteer of the Year | Ashley Buchanan |
| Teen Spirit Award | Keira Grierson |
| Novice Spirit Award | Allison Shuker |
2017-2018 Season: Ignite Awards
Margaret White Award of Athlete Excellence – Alicia Thomson
Margaret White was the head coach of Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for 6 years. In this time she placed an importance of ‘whole’ athlete development, not just results. She encouraged that successful athletes have many attributes, including being a team player, supporting your club, having a strong work ethic and demonstrating positive leadership skills. She was an energetic coach who pushed her athletes to success, but recognized the importance and impact sport has on the future of young women.
Janet Herman Award of Coaching Excellence – Celia Mackenzie
Janet Herman was the head coach of Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for many years, starting in 1994. She was a head coach who really drove the culture of this club. Her passion for the development of young athletes as whole individuals and what they could achieve was astounding. She pushed the club competitively as well with great success at the National and International level. Janet loved this club as an athlete, a coach and as a head coach.
Pam Ahrens Award of Volunteer Excellence – Shawn Rogers
Pam was the President of the Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for many years, helping to shape the club to what it is today. She has also put in countless hours volunteering on Synchro Ontario and Synchro Canada boards. She was the first recipient of the award in 2007. This award is used to highlight an exceptional volunteer in the BSSC Community. Someone who loves this sport and what it means for young women today and in the future.
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Flexibility Award of Excellence – Cailyn Wallace
Jennifer was a long time coach, judge, volunteer, and parent with the Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club. This award originated in 2005 as a way to recognize athletes in the club that had outstanding improvements in strength and flexibility. Jennifer hoped this would inspire and encourage all athletes to push themselves further in their training of fitness and flexibility.
| Most Improved – Gold 10 & u | Lucie Oliver |
| Most Improved – Blue 11-12 | Charlotte Horbow |
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 | Eve Savoia |
| Most Improved – Pink 11-12 | Kaelyn Riley |
| Most Improved – White 13-15 | Liel Koulikov |
| Most Improved – Purple 13-15 | Jaimee Near |
| Most Improved – Silver 13-15 | Kaylin Simkins |
| Most Improved – Orange 16-20 | Kamela Dalzotto |
| Most Valuable – Gold 10 & u | Asria Morelli |
| Most Valuable – Blue 11-12 | Nicole Carver |
| Most Valuable – Red 11-12 | Sara Lerzundy |
| Most Valuable – Pink 11-12 | Faith Bennett |
| Most Valuable – White 13-15 | Laura Walber |
| Most Valuable – Purple 13-15 | Charlotte Lemieux |
| Most Valuable – Silver 13-15 | Rory McNicol |
| Most Valuable- Orange 16-20 | Alicia Thomson |
| Most Inspiring Master | Monique Garon |
| Synchro Ontario Coach of the Year | Grace Lockhart |
| Synchro Ontario Swimmer of the Year | Cailyn Wallace |
| Synchro Ontario Volunteer of the year | Heather Lane Berry |
| Recreational Coach of the Year | Katelyn Madigan |
| Novice Coach of the Year | Caitlyn Macrae |
| Recreational Volunteer of the Year | Hilary Oliver |
| Teen Spirit Award | Brooke Henderson |
| Novice Spirit Award | Genevieve Way |
2016-2017 Season: Ignite Awards
Margaret White Award of Athlete Excellence – Madison Finlay
Margaret White was the head coach of Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for 6 years. In this time she placed an importance of ‘whole’ athlete development, not just results. She encouraged that successful athletes have many attributes, including being a team player, supporting your club, having a strong work ethic and demonstrating positive leadership skills. She was an energetic coach who pushed her athletes to success, but recognized the importance and impact sport has on the future of young women.
Janet Herman Award of Coaching Excellence – Rachel Hisey
Janet Herman was the head coach of Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for many years, starting in 1994. She was a head coach who really drove the culture of this club. Her passion for the development of young athletes as whole individuals and what they could achieve was astounding. She pushed the club competitively as well with great success at the National and International level. Janet loved this club as an athlete, a coach and as a head coach.
Pam Ahrens Award of Volunteer Excellence – Shawn Rogers
Pam was the President of the Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for many years, helping to shape the club to what it is today. She has also put in countless hours volunteering on Synchro Ontario and Synchro Canada boards. She was the first recipient of the award in 2007. This award is used to highlight an exceptional volunteer in the BSSC Community. Someone who loves this sport and what it means for young women today and in the future.
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Flexibility Award of Excellence – Cailyn Wallace
Jennifer was a long time coach, judge, volunteer, and parent with the Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club. This award originated in 2005 as a way to recognize athletes in the club that had outstanding improvements in strength and flexibility. Jennifer hoped this would inspire and encourage all athletes to push themselves further in their training of fitness and flexibility.
| Most Improved – Gold 10 & u | Courtney Oliver |
| Most Improved – Blue 11-12 | Ashley Sharpe |
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 | Alexandra Campbell |
| Most Improved – Pink 11-12 | Paige Zimmerman |
| Most Improved – White 13-15 | Laura Walber |
| Most Improved – Purple 13-15 | Caroline Scott |
| Most Improved – Silver 16-20 | Olivia Seely |
| Most Valuable – Gold 10 & u | Evelyn Goddard |
| Most Valuable – Blue 11-12 | Ella Ruzic |
| Most Valuable – Red 11-12 | Viola Weng |
| Most Valuable – Pink 11-12 | Charlotte Lemieux |
| Most Valuable – White 13-15 | Eva Pala |
| Most Valuable – Purple 13-15 | Alicia Thomson |
| Most Valuable – Silver 13-15 | Alexandra Ignat |
| Rising to the Challenge Award – BOSSC Junior | Madison Finlay |
| Pushing the limits Award – BOSSC Junior | Sarah O’Connell |
| Most Inspiring Master | Hayley Waller |
| Synchro Ontario Coach of the Year | Jenn Scott |
| Synchro Ontario Swimmer of the Year | Viola Weng |
| Synchro Ontario Volunteer of the year | Natalie Chapman |
| Recreational Coach of the Year | Alison Webster |
| Teen Spirit Award | |
| Novice Spirit Award | |
2015-2016 Season: BSSC Club Awards
Margaret White Award of Athlete Excellence – Sarah O’Connell
Margaret White was the head coach of Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for 6 years. In this time she placed an importance of ‘whole’ athlete development, not just results. She encouraged that successful athletes have many attributes, including being a team player, supporting your club, having a strong work ethic and demonstrating positive leadership skills. She was an energetic coach who pushed her athletes to success, but recognized the importance and impact sport has on the future of young women.
Janet Herman Award of Coaching Excellence – Sherry Riley
Janet Herman was the head coach of Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for many years, starting in 1994. She was a head coach who really drove the culture of this club. Her passion for the development of young athletes as whole individuals and what they could achieve was astounding. She pushed the club competitively as well with great success at the National and International level. Janet loved this club as an athlete, a coach and as a head coach.
Pam Ahrens Award of Volunteer Excellence – Dorothy Waller
Pam was the President of the Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club for many years, helping to shape the club to what it is today. She has also put in countless hours volunteering on Synchro Ontario and Synchro Canada boards. She was the first recipient of the award in 2007. This award is used to highlight an exceptional volunteer in the BSSC Community. Someone who loves this sport and what it means for young women today and in the future.
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Flexibility Award of Excellence – Charlotte Lemieux
Jennifer was a long time coach, judge, volunteer, and parent with the Burlington Synchronized Swimming Club. This award originated in 2005 as a way to recognize athletes in the club that had outstanding improvements in strength and flexibility. Jennifer hoped this would inspire and encourage all athletes to push themselves further in their training of fitness and flexibility.
2015/16 Season: Team & Synchro Ontario Awards:
Recreational:
Competitive:
Most Improved – Green 10 & U Team | Kyla Linde | ||||||
| Most Improved – Blue 11-12 Team | Hilary Oliver | ||||||
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 Team | Amara Johnston | ||||||
| Most Improved – White 13-15 Team | Mia Iamarino | ||||||
| Most Improved – Purple 13-15 Team | Claire Desormeaux | ||||||
| Most Improved – Silver 16-20 Team | Alex Chadwick | ||||||
| Most Valuable Swimmer – Green 10 & U Team | Sydney Mazzei | ||||||
| Most Valuable Swimmer – Blue 11-12 Team | Emma Walker | ||||||
| Most Valuable Swimmer – Red 11-12 Team | Chloe Seely | ||||||
| Most Valuable Swimmer – White 13-15 Team | Riley Connors | ||||||
| Most Valuable Swimmer – Purple 13-15 Team | Alicia Thomson | ||||||
| Most Valuable Swimmer – Silver 16-20 Team | Adele Arpino | ||||||
| Most Inspiring Master Swimmer | Jacqueline Rossini | ||||||
| Synchro Ontario Coach of the Year | Katie Gandy | ||||||
| Synchro Ontario Swimmer of the Year | Adele Arpino | ||||||
| Synchro Ontario Volunteer of the year | B’ann Finlay |
2014-2015 Season
Margaret White Award: Adele Arpino
Janet Herman Award: Olivia Schwarz
Pam Ahrens Award: Jennifer Scott
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Award: Emilie Charette
Recreational Coach of the Year: Olivia Schwarz
| Most Improved – Gold 10 & u | Kezia Morelli |
| Most Improved – Blue 11-12 | Claire Schultz |
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 | Cailyn Wallace |
| Most Improved – White 13-15 | Caitlyn MacRae |
| Most Improved – Purple FINA | Sarah O’Connell |
| Most Improved – Silver 16-20 | Alex Chadwick |
| Most Improved – Bronze 16-20 | Hannah Flewelling |
| Most Valuable – Gold 10 & u | Paige Zimmerman |
| Most Valuable – Blue 11-12 | Jenna Kincaid |
| Most Valuable – Red 11-12 | Chloe Seely |
| Most Valuable – White 13-15 | Alexandra Ignat |
| Most Valuable – Purple FINA | Madison Finlay |
| Most Valuable – Silver 16-20 | Emilie Charette |
| Most Valuable – Bronze 16-20 | Emily Newton |
| Most Inspiring Master | Helen Bartens |
| Synchro Ontario Coach of the Year | Elly Van Fleet |
| Synchro Ontario Swimmer of the Year | Elizabeth Greig |
| Synchro Ontario Volunteer of the year | Tanis Dalzotto |
2013-2014 Season:
Margaret White Award: Emily Newton
Janet Herman Award: NA
Pam Ahrens Award: Greg Scott
Jennifer Lloyd-Saunders Award: Emilie Charette
Recreational Coach of the Year: Adele Arpino
| Most Improved – Gold 10 & u | Lexi Hunter-Assing & Kaelyn Riley |
| Most Improved – Blue 11-12 | Claire Desormeaux |
| Most Improved – Red 11-12 | Caroline Scott |
| Most Improved – Black 13-15 | Grace Chapman |
| Most Improved – White 13-15 | Olivia Schwarz |
| Most Improved – Purple FINA | Sarah O’Connell |
| Most Improved – Silver 16-20 | Elizabeth Greig |
| Most Improved – Bronze 16-20 | Lucy Martin-Johnson |
| Most Improved – Pink (Junior BOSSC) | Jacqueline Rossini |
| Most Valuable – Gold 10 & u | Chloe Seely |
| Most Valuable – Blue 11-12 | Maggie Laing |
| Most Valuable – Red 11-12 | Chelsea Bradshaw |
| Most Valuable – Black 13-15 | Lauren Kincaid |
| Most Valuable – White 13-15 | Emma Wansbrough |
| Most Valuable – Purple FINA | Madison Finlay |
| Most Valuable – Silver 16-20 | Sarah Fox |
| Most Valuable – Bronze 16-20 | Adele Arpino |
| Most Valuable – Pink (Junior BOSSC) | Candice Larochelle |
| Most Inspiring Master | Monique Garon |