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A Vikes rugby MVP, a runner who became synonymous with the spirit of the Victoria Commonwealth Games, and an Olympic field hockey goalie will be inducted into the UVic Sports Hall of Fame when the University of Victoria presents the annual Legacy Awards dinner on Nov. 20 at the Victoria Conference Centre.
Dukelow
Gary Dukelow, MPA ’93, was a two-time Vikes rugby MVP (in 1978 and ’80), joining the team on tours of Europe and New Zealand that introduced him to the sport’s international fraternity. A member of the Canadian team that earned a quarter-final berth in the 1991 World Cup (Canada’s best finish at the tournament), “Duke” earned 14 international caps and later served as general manager of the national team. He teaches economics and coaches Grade 8 rugby at Shawnigan Lake School, where he also coordinates the school’s external relations program.
Meagher
Cross country and track star Robyn Meagher, MEd ’06, earned a silver medal at the 1994 Victoria Commonwealth Games in the 3,000 metres. The photo of her joyous one-two finish with teammate Angela Chalmers became an enduring image of the Victoria Games. Meagher competed in the Barcelona and Atlanta Olympics and earned two Canadian university championships during her Vikes career (1985-90). Meagher lives in Victoria and works as a counsellor.
Whitten
Deb Whitten, MEd ’02, played goal for the Vikes women’s field hockey squad from 1985-91 and was part of two national (CIAU) championships and four Canada West conference gold medals during her varsity career. In international competition, she was captain of the national team from 1993-95, helped Canada win a silver medal at the 1991 Pan American Games, and was a member of the 1992 Canadian Olympic team. She is a vice-principal at Claremont Secondary School, where she also coaches girls’ field hockey.
The Department of Athletics and Recreation established the UVic Sports Hall of Fame in 2002. Including this year’s inductees, 26 former athletes, teams, coaches and builders have been named to the hall for their career accomplishments and the way they exemplify the spirit and ideals of sport.
The Nov. 20 Legacy Awards dinner and awards presentations will also see the UVic Alumni Association present the 2007 Distinguished Alumni Awards and the Alumni Awards for Excellence in Teaching.
Ticket information is online at alumni.uvic.ca/legacyawards.
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