Athletics
Redeemer Royals fields sports teams in the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association. The Royals, as they are called, compete in men's and women's basketball, volleyball, cross country, soccer, indoor soccer and badminton. They also have a men's hockey team in the Niagara Christian Hockey League.
The 2007-08 year was a banner one for the Royals, as it featured their first CCAA All-Canadian (volleyball player Ryan Talsma (who also achieved this title in 2008-2009 and 2009-10)) and their first OCAA Gold Medal, which came in Men's Indoor Soccer. During the 2009-10 season, Talsma was named the OCAA Player of the Year and Redeemer picked up their first ever Men's Volleyball medal, a bronze.
The Royals also have four people inducted into the OCAA hall of fame. Terry Talsma (volleyball and soccer), Michelle Van Berkel (volleyball), Colin DeRaaf (volleyball) and Dr. John Byl (builder).
Dangerboat - Royals Will Soar The tune "Royals Will Soar" has become a fan favorite and is played at all Royals games. It was written by notable Redeemer band, Dangerboat, known for their other hits "Jalepeno Mama" and electro-pop cover of "Hallelujah".
Athletic Facilities
Redeemer's Athletic Facilities are open to all students free of charge and also to all athletic centre members. The facilities include 2 squash courts, 2 lit tennis courts, a soccer field, a beach volleyball sand court, a lit outdoor basketball court, a double sized hardwood gymnasium, and a workout studio/fitness centre. There are also men's and women's change rooms with lockers and showers. In September 2011, Redeemer, in conjunction with the Ancaster Soccer Club, opened a new Sports Complex, featuring an outdoor, artificial-turfed field, and a 10 x 70m domed sports field, with an adjoining Fieldhouse.
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