Burlington recruit proud to be newest Golden Gael (VIDEO)

Burlington wide receiver becomes newest recruit to join OUA team’s 2015 class.

Connor McQuilkin wants to achieve his academic goals yet excel as a player.

Therefore, he felt the Queen’s Golden Gaels were the team that could enable him to succeed.  Recently, the 6’0, 185 pound wide receiver from Burlington, Ontario committed to the OUA team for the 2015 OUA season.

“I committed to Queens University because I wanted to be a part of the rich tradition and history that Queens has,” expressed McQuikin of his commitment.  “In addition, I wanted to attend a school that is known worldwide for its academic success, which Queens is.”

“With my goal of become an educator Queens offers my program Physical Education which will surround me with people with the same goal. It also offers me a chance to attend teachers college after my four year program. I have gotten to know the coaches very well while watching my brother play for Queens for three years and also was coached by Ryan Sheehan. Being able to visit the campus several times and meeting the players really allowed me to picture myself attending Queen’s. Kingston is a very small town which enables the players so be so close to each other and creates a family bond. I am proud to be able to call Queen’s home for the next four years.”

McQuikin recently completed a stint with Corpus Christi Longhorns of the Halton Secondary School Athletic Association (HSSAA). During his time with the Burlington Stampeders of the Ontario Football Conference (OFC), he was ranked in the league’s Top 10 for receiving yards. Not only does he play wide receiver, he has also been successful at the defensive back position and has played a significant role on special teams as a punt return specialist.

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