Multi-sport Athlete, Adrian Strandberg, Takes Home Mel Sylvester Leadership Award

Calgary AB – Adrian Strandberg is one of the few athletes that has been privileged enough to have the ability to star on two of the Ambrose ACAC teams in the same season. While few have such an opportunity, fewer still are able to provide the leadership and impact he was able to have on both teams.

Playing in a total of 33 combined Outdoor Soccer and Volleyball matches, Strandberg brought his leadership and skill to the left side and setting position in Volleyball in the 2019-20 season, as well as to his Soccer teams back-line.  While not playing the entire season in an attacking position, Strandberg was still able to lead his team in kills with 129 (over 30 more than 2nd on the team). Head Coach, Paul Armbruster mentioned when talking about his captain, that Adrian inspired and pushed his team to be better on and off the court everday.

“As captain, Adrian lead through always competing, always growing, and always caring. He was our emotional leader through his passionate effort and belief, and as he gave his everything to the program, he inspired us all. He was an overcomer on and off the court, someone who grew into being a top Left Side, modelled many of the characteristics we want in an athlete, and was a joy to coach.”

As Adrian graduates with a business administration degree, Strandberg will be missed on both teams.  His legacy is what all Lions strive for and will not be forgotten.