Marc Lapointe-Denysewych
First Team Player/Head Coach and Founder
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 29
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Position: Midfielder
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "I am proud to be Ukrainian and enjoy representing my culture on and off the soccer field."
Nickname: Lala, Coach Capris
Background: Marc's reputation as an elite soccer player has been well documented. He lead his high school team to an OFSAA Provincial Championship in 1999 (which he was awarded MVP). He is a
4 time All Ontario University All Star (representing Carleton University).
In 2003 he was named to the All National Team. He still holds the record as the all-time leading goal scorer in Carleton University History with 46 goals in 49
games. He is a
National University Championship Silver Medal Winner, a
Premier Ontario Cup Winner with the Ottawa Royals, and a
National Premier Championship Silver Medal Winner (also with the Ottawa Royals).
For the last few years he's been forced to the sidelines with a heart ailment, but he hopes to return as a player—where he belongs—very shortly! Marc has returned to action on the field.
Marc is infamously known as the guy who throws his pen and notepad to the ground in frustration when his players under-perform, or if the referee makes a questionable call... and so on.
Walter Usyk
Club Captain/First Team Head Coach
Ukrainian Lineage: Parents
Age: 48
Birthplace: Barlinek, Poland
Position: Defender
Favourite Club: German National Team
Favourite Player: Pele
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To drink with the boys."
Nickname: Dubs, W, Walty
Background: Walter "Dubs" Usyk, is the Club Captain of Ottawa Ukraina. Walter brings a wealth of experience to the Ukraina team, his tough tackling and ageless fitness is something nobody has ever seen. can use either foot well, plays a simple effective defending game with strong arial ability. Walter can outdrink anyone on the face of the earth, and is ALWAYS first to the pub and last to leave.
Andriy Panchuk
Second Team Head Coach
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 24
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario
Position: Midfield
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To start playing soccer again, after not playing for years and to meet fellow pationate Ukrainians."
Nickname: Staples, Chuckles, Chukes
Background: Andriy "Staples" Panchuk. Andriy is a great all around player, who always works hard, and has been scoring his fair share of goals for Ukraina. Will be a great asset for the summer season as the team builds and get stronger. Andriy is best known for showing up to play in the tournament with staples in his head after a "bar accident"
Vince Didkovsky
Second Team Head Coach
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 26
Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine
Position: Midfield/Defender
Favourite Club: Dynamo Kyiv/AC Milan
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko, Roberto Baggio
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To impress Marc Lapointe."
Nickname: Vin-dog, VD
Background: "Vin Doggy" had an instant impact since joining Ukraina. He is a very committed, intense player who plays to win and hates to lose. He has a knack for scoring big goals at important times, and his tenacity make him a feared player – even at training. He is a very important part of the team and is a great leader by example. Vin Doggy is unintentionally a hot favourite to challenge for the Ukraina all time yellow card lead.
Alex "AZ" Zaslavsky
First Team Captain
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 37
Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine
Position: Striker/Midfielder
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Marc Lapointe
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Win a few matches, have a few pints. "
Nickname: AZ
Background: Alex "AZ" Zaslavsky, is a top striker for Ukraina. He is a master at holding the ball up, and is legendary for Ukraina scoring the 3 most important goals in the Clubs history - Opener against Ottawa United Juventus, Only goal in the semi final of the Money tournament against Soca, and the opener in the final of the money tournament. AZ is best known for showing up, scoring a few goals, having a few pints, then coming back a few weeks and a few games later and repeating.
Nelson Pardo
Second Team Captain
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 25
Birthplace: Odessa, Ukraine
Position: Defender
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Main Reason For Joining The Club: to take part in the Ukrainian community, culture, and sport with good friends.
Nickname: Nelly
Background: Nelson came to us as one of our newest signings, and we are glad he did. He is an experience defender, having played in many leagues before. He is a very strong athlete, who will not lose many physical challenges. He is solid on defence, with the skill to pass his way out of trouble. A great asset, and more importantly, our first Cuban Ukrainian !
Arsen Gritsenko
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 26
Birthplace: Kiev, Ukraine
Position: Striker
Favourite Club: Chelsea
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To play for the motherland."
Nickname: Tiger
Background: Arsen is a strong striker, whose hold up play is very strong, and his ability to finish goals are very useful for Ukraina. His size is his biggest asset, as he is a nightmare for defenders to mark. Best known for his uncanny resemblance to Oz from American pie!
Christopher Stead
Ukrainian Lineage: Great Grandmother
Age: 24
Birthplace: Thunder Bay, Ontario
Position: Striker
Favourite Club: Chelsea/German National Team
Favourite Player: Michael Ballack
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Vince forced me to".
Nickname: Steady Eddy, Steadmuffin
Background: Chris came to us very eager to learn and has a fantastic attitude. And because of that attitude has come miles in his development in a very short amount of time. Chris started as a defender, but recently has been converted to a striker where he is banging in the goals for his team on a regular basis. Chris has good size, and hold the ball up well and has a nose for goal. Best known for his outcome specialization.
Dmitriy Synyak
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 26
Birthplace: Kiev, Ukraine
Position: Defender/Midfielder
Favourite Club: Ottawa Ukraina
Favourite Player: Zidane
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Play. Learn. Represent."
Nickname: Dma
Background: "Dma" is a very solid left defender for the Club. He is a very eager player, who is always wanting to learn and improve himself. He is a strong, tough defender who is a nightmare for any player to play against. Dma is a very solid team guy, who puts the Club ahead of himself. He will only get better, and Ukraina will benefit through the years from his service to the Club. Dma is best known for the infamous sweat dripping picture!
Sergiy Kovalenkov
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 28
Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine
Position: Midfielder
Favourite Club: Dynamo Kyiv
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko, Ryan Giggs
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "I am Ukrainian and will always stay Ukrainian. Meeting together with my people makes me happy. I am doing it for Ukraine and for my beloved Prudkesh."
Nickname: Crush
Background: Sergey "Crush" Kovalenkov, is the Club Captain of Ottawa Ukraina. Sergey is an integral part of the team, as his work rate is second to none, and he would die for the team on the pitch. His hard nosed tackling and magic left foot are always dangerous to opposing players. The player with thickest accent on the team, is best known for screaming at our players when things are going wrong, unfortunately not many people can understand.
Michael Podgorski
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 30
Birthplace: Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Position: Forward/Defender/Keeper
Favourite Club: Celtic and Arsenal
Favourite Player: Artur Boruc
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To play with other friendly Ukrainian-Canadians, and to improve my play."
Nickname: Pod
Background: "Poddy" is an intense one gear type player - its always 150% work rate and desire when on the pitch. He has a great knowledge of the game which shows in his play and positioning. Poddy has what it takes to be a great coach in the game, which can only benefit Ukraina. He is a good finisher, and is very composed when he scores. He supports Celtic and Arsenal, the 2 worst teams in soccer.
Eric Boris Guy Lapointe - Denysewych
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 31
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Position: Defender/Midfielder
Favourite Club: Canadian/Ukrainian National Teams
Favourite Player: Marc Lapointe
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "My grandfather Boris was a tremendous soccer player. Naturally, my brother Marc inherited 95% of his soccer skills—I wanna show him where the other 5% went!!"
Nickname: Zazinator, Cross Shot
Background: Eric "Cross Shot" Lapointe-Denysewych, is the brother of coach/founder Marc Lapointe. He signed with the team having only played soccer as a kid, but has become a brilliant great right defender and a very big asset to Ukraina. He plays a very simple game, listening to players around him, and is always aware of what to do. His fitness is an asset, and is best known for his cross shot goal in Carleton Place to win us the game 1-0!
Danilo Popowych
Ukrainian Lineage: Parents
Age: 28
Birthplace: Winnipeg, Manitoba
Position: Defender/Midfielder
Favourite Club: Liverpool
Favourite Player: Steve Mcmanaman
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "I'm passionate about Ukrainian affairs and I love the sport of soccer!"
Nickname: Danilium
Background: Danilo "Danilium" Popowych, is an indispensible member of the team. His fitness, pace and all around skill make Ukraina a very strong side. He is along with a few others, one of the best players in the league, and when focused, can mark any player on an opposing team right out of the game. Best known for his euro trash clothes, and hammering shots 40-50 yards over and beside the net. Popowych couch!
Luke Makischuk
Ukrainian Lineage: Father
Age: 27
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario
Position: Midfield/Defender
Favourite Club: Ottawa Ukraina
Favourite Player: Scott Makischuk
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Break some opponents bones."
Nickname: Spills, Lukey, Luke (with a thick English accent)
Background: Luke "Spills" Makischuk, is quietly one of Ukraina's most important players. Can play anywhere, and play it brilliantly. One of Ukraina's trickier players, able to take players on and get a good shot or cross in. Lukey is best known for ALWAYS spilling his drinks when we are out, and its not limited to spilling on himself, he usually brings others into play.
Michael Herasimenko
Ukrainian Lineage: Father
Age:
Birthplace: Victoria, British Columbia
Position: Defender
Favourite Club: Liverpool
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "I was offered the unique opportunity of playing with this squad and I couldn't refuse!"
Nickname: Hersey
Background: Mike "Hersey" Herasimenko, is Ukraina's hard man. His big stature intimidates opponents, as well as team members. His experience, leadership and arial ability are unrivaled, and Ukraina are a different team when he is in the lineup. Best known for his massive headers, and his ability to scare the crap out of anyone. And the best line to a referee, "if I had my fingerprint dust, his prints would be all over my back".
Bryce Motiuk
Ukrainian Lineage: Father
Age: 21
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Position: Striker/Midfielder/Defender
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Peter Crouch
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "I heard there was a Ukraina team and was interested, went to watch a game, thought it was great so wanted to join. "
Nickname: Breece, Greasy B
Background: Bryce "Breece" Motiuk, is one of Ukraina's youngest players. His enthusiasm and skill are great for Ukraina, as he will be a regular goal scorer for the Club for many many years. He can hold the ball up, and turn defenders very well. He has a knack for finding the back of the net with some great finishing. Bryce is best known for showing up with some of the most unique hair in the country!
Roman Zakaluzny
Ukrainian Lineage:
Age: 31
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario
Position: Defender/Midfielder
Favourite Club: Dynamo Kyiv
Favourite Player: Ronaldinho, Wayne Rooney, Artem Milevskyy
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Needed a team, happened to be Ukrainian."
Nickname: Zaky
Background: Roman "Zaky" Zakaluzny is a tough tackling defender. He reads the game very well, and is able to stop opposing attackers from creating any chances. He can play either side, making his versatility a huge asset. Roman can also win balls in the air, making him an all around solid player. Roman is best known for sense of humour, laughing at the ridiculous nicknames that come out of the coach's mouth!
Scott Makischuk
Ukrainian Lineage: Father
Age: 27
Birthplace: Toronto, Ontario
Position: Striker
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Wayne Rooney
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Life would be boring without playing soccer!"
Nickname: Too Hotty
Background: Scotty "Too Hotty" Makischuk is Ukraina's all time leading goal scorer. He was born to score goals, and has frightening pace. Scotty is also a member of the Canadian Military National Team, and when Ukraina have him in the lineup, he is guaranteed to score us a goal and the confidence of the rest of the boys is raised. Scotty is best known for his post game cigarette before his cleats are even taken off.
Matthew Kenny - Josefowich
Ukrainian Lineage: Grandmother
Age: 19
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Position: Defender/Midfield
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Roy Keane, Nemanja Vidic
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To play good soccer, with guys in which i share the same roots."
Nickname: Matty, Mattias
Background: Matt "Matty" Kenny Josefowich, is Ukraina's goalkeeper. Yes, he is 15 years old playing with grown men. Matty's development is years beyond his age, and will become a top keeper in the City and the Province if he stays mentally strong and works hard. His calm demeaner, shot stopping ability and height make him a calming presence at the back. Matty is also brilliant with his feet and can play in the field as well. Matty is best known for being the only player in the league to be probably the best keeper and still have sleepovers!
Morgan Kenny - Josefowich
Ukrainian Lineage: Grandmother
Age: 20
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Position: Keeper/Midfield/Striker
Favourite Club: Arsenal
Favourite Player: Thierry Henry
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "I love perogies!"
Nickname: Morgy
Background: "Moregano" is a versatile player for Ukraina, who is an outstanding goalkeeper, and can play out just as well. Morgan has had some immense games for Ukraina in goal, in huge games getting the win for Ukraina. He is also a solid midfield player and attacker who can score goals with a great shot. Morgan is best known for showing up to games in the tighest jeans, that don't leave a whole lot to the imagination.
Kenny Porter - Ivanchuk
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 26
Birthplace: Edmonton, Alberta
Position: Midfield
Favourite Club: Barcelona
Favourite Player: Ronaldinho
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To make my mom proud!"
Nickname: Kennneeedddy
Background: Kenny "KENNNNNNEEEDDDY " Porter Ivanchuk, is the reason why the girls come to watch the games! Kenny is a top center midfield player, who is easily one of the best players in the league. He works both ways, defends, attacks, tackles, is the heartbeat in the midfield for Ukraina. When Kenny is in the team, Ukraina have a chance to win any game. Kenny is best known for partying in a different country every year, and his awful taste in dance type music that only Danilo can understand!
Andriy Azarov
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 26
Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine
Position: Defender
Favourite Club: CSKA Kyiv
Favourite Player: Andriy Voronin
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Wish to be a part of a great Ukrainian sport community in Ottawa."
Nickname: Aza
Background: "Aza" is a big strong player, who is very skillful for a big man. He is a great addition to the Ukraina squad, and hopefully will be for a long time. Aza is best known for his love of going to the pub after training and games!
Nathaniel Lafosse
Ukrainian Lineage: Mother
Age: 18
Birthplace: Peterborough, ON
Position: Striker
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Ole Gunner Solskjaer/Cristiano Ronaldo
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Play good soccer with a good team"
Nickname: Natey
Background: Nate is a great addition to the squad, as he is one of the newest signings to the first team. He is blessed with great speed, and along with that great skill. He is going to be a menace on the wing or up front, and will no doubt score and create many goals for Ukraina. He is a great, enthusiastic kid who is one of the many great French Canadian Ukrainians on the team!
Jeffrey Cheliak
Ukrainian Lineage: Father
Age: 30
Birthplace: Edmonton, Alberta
Position: Striker/Midfielder
Favourite Club: Manchester United
Favourite Player: Nemanja Vidic
Main Reason For Joining The Club: Ukrainian hertiage
Nickname: Chilly
Background: Jeff came to us having played against us in the spring league in 08, and we have reaped the rewards since. Jeff is a great hard working midfielder, who has good passing and great movement off the ball. He will be a key player for the team for hopefully years to come! Another set of brothers on the team, make it the 4th set of brothers on the team!
Paul Cheliak
Ukrainian Lineage: Father
Age: 28
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Position: Defender
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Nickname: Hersey
Background: Paul came to us the same way as Jeff, having playing against us and we are sure glad he did. Paul is a no nonsense defender, who would run through a brick wall if it meant winning a tackle. He has earned great respect in a short time as a hard solid defender. He is a spitting image of Mike Herasimenko on the field!
Vladimir Ruzhynsky
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 37
Birthplace: Kyiv, Ukraine
Position: Midfielder
Favourite Club: Dynamo Kiev
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Main Reason For Joining The Club: To have fun and play soccer
Nickname: Vladdy
Background: Vlad is very quiet guy, but once he steps on the field he is a different person! Blessed with good technique and skill, Vlad is a great asset for us as he has composure to calms things down, and make a great pass. He is also very tenacious and can handle himself in physical battles. He is also a candidate for thickest accent on the team!
Corey Syrnyk
Ukrainian Lineage: Parents
Age: 35
Birthplace: Winnipeg, MB
Position: Midfield
Favourite Club: Ukrainina National Team
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko
Main Reason For Joining The Club: Enjoy the chance to meet fellow Ukrainians and be part of the Ukrainian community.
Nickname: Cheesy
Background: Corey is a soft spoken guy, but is built like a brickhouse and plays like it. Very strong on the ball, has good speed and awareness. Finally over his ankle problem, Corey is coming into his own playing some great soccer.
Yuriy Derkach
Age: 28
Birthplace: Lviv, Ukraine
Position: Midfielder/Striker
Favourite Club: Ukrainian National Team
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To be a part of a great Ukie Team."
Nickname: Ankle
Background: Yuriy "Ankle" Derkach, is a skillfull player for Ukraina. His dribbling skills are strong, and is known to score some goals for Ukraina. His tough tackling against the opposition defenders is nice to have, as it softens them up to enable players to get a bit more space. He is a committed player always willing to lace up the boots. Yuriy is best known for getting fouled every 4-5 seconds.
Igor Petrenko
Age: 26
Birthplace: Kherson, Ukraine
Position: Defender/Midfielder/Striker
Favourite Club: Dynamo Kiev
Favourite Player: Ronaldinho
Main Reason For Joining The Club: Opportunity to kick some ball with Ukrainians and socialize.
Nickname: Igor #2
Background: Igor is a strong individual, with good speed and skill. He is a good finisher, but has a lot of quality as well to play at the back and most recently has been transformed into a strong defender with his tough tackling and good arial ability.
Mykhaylo Shaforostov
Ukrainian Lineage: Born in Ukraina
Age: 26
Birthplace: Kharkiv
Position: Midfield
Favourite Club: Inter
Favourite Player: Andriy Shevchenko (Even though he plays for Milan)
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "Wanted to be part of a great team!"
Nickname: Mick
Background: "Mick" is a great winger, who has a good work rate and ability to take players on 1 v 1. He has a fantastic attitude and will be a great asset for Ukraina in years to come. He is best known for his pre training pint with Walter before his first training session!
Maksym Padalko
Age: 25
Birthplace: Odesa, Ukraine
Position: Striker
Favourite Club: Chernomorets
Favourite Player: R. Carlos
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "The team is the only place for Ottawa Ukies to have fun together."
Nickname: Maxy
Background: This is Max's second stint with Ukraina, and what a player he has become. His ability to hold the ball up and pick out midfield runs is second to none, and along with his work rate he is improving with every game
Artem Padalko
Age: 23
Birthplace: Odesa, Ukraine
Position: Midfielder
Favourite Club: Chelsea FC
Favourite Player: Cristiano Ronaldo, Fernando Torres
Main Reason For Joining The Club: "To be part of a great Canadian-Ukrainian community."
Nickname: Art
Background: This is Artems second stint with Ukraina, and Artem, with brother Max have come along so much in their development. Artem is a hard working winger, who wins big tackles, and passes the ball around well. He is also known for getting off a quick hard shot at goal which is a useful weapon he has.
Sergey Terekhov
Age:23
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Position: Striker
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Nickname: Sergio
Background: Sergey is a very keen player who plays with his heart on his sleeve. He works very hard every minute on the field, and is a very strong lad who uses his body well. Sergey will no doubt improve every game and become an important player for the Club.
Nic Jurchuk
Age:18
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Position:Defender/Midfielder
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Nickname: Nicky
Background: Nic is a young wing back or winger, with great speed and a great attitude for the game. A very good kid, with lots of energy brings us speed and hard work, and with become a key player for Ukraina in the very near future.
Joey Halka
Age:18
Birthplace: Ottawa, Ontario
Position: Defender
Favourite Club: Liverpool
Favourite Player: Gerrard and Torres
Main Reason For Joining The Club: Love the sport!
Nickname: Joe Joe
Background: Joey is a quiet man, but his play says different. He is a very hard working defender, who has a never say die attitude. he brings calmness to the Ukraina backline and has a great attitude for the game.
James Pomoransky
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Quinn Abugov
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Sergey Minko
Age: 20
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Nickname:Minx
Background:Sergey is a very energetic, hard working midfielder. He never shy's from a tackle, and is one of the most hard working players in the team. he gets up and down the pitch, and sets a great tone every game he plays. Is a key player for Ukraina in midfield.