Jenna Piercey
Co-Captain
Hi! My name is Jenna, and I am one of the co-captain’s of UofA GNCTR for 2025. This will be my fourth year as an executive member of the club with my previous roles being Engagement Coordinator/Spirit Captain for two years, and last year I was the project coordinator. I am going into my last year of Chemical Engineering Co-op with a specialization in computer process control. Outside of university and tbogg, my life consists of cooking yummy food, hanging out with my cat, playing ball hockey, and tearing up a dance floor with my friends!
Any team related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Hannah McIntosh
Co-Captain
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am one of the co-captains of GNCTR. I have been part of the club for four years, as a costumes lead, superstructure subcommittee, and superstructure lead. I am in my 5th year of the Mechanical Engineering Co-op program. Aside from tbogg and studying, I can be found swimming, starting yet another unnecessary hobby, or putting off my responsibilities by baking. I’m super excited to see what our team can bring to the competition this year!
Any team related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Kyle Van Os
Financial Coordinator
Hey, I’m Kyle! I’m the financial coordinator this year, and it’s my fourth year at the U of A and as a member of our GNCTR team. I’m in the Civil Engineering co-op program, and I plan to specialize in structural. Outside of school and the team, you can find me playing just about any sport, spending time outdoors, or catching an Oilers game. Much like with the Oilers, I’ve got a great feeling about our Tbogg this year!
Any finance related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Stefan Nakonechny
Superstructure Co-lead
Hi! My name is Stefan and I’m the current one of the superstructure co-leads along with Carter and Isabel. This year I can’t wait to show off an innovative and awesome tbogg. I’ve been with the club since 2022, where I was the tech ex coordinator for multiple years, as well as superstructure Co-Lead last year! I am currently in my fifth year of Civil Engineering co-op.
While I’m not procrastinating my homework or speed running the tbogg frame, you can find me outdoors enjoying Edmontons’s river valley.
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Carter Kasowski
Superstructure Co-Lead
Hey!! My name is Carter, and I am one of the Superstructure Co-leads with Stefan and Isabel. Together, we're excited to build off of last year's success and take the lessons we learned into this year's design! I am in my 5th year of Civil and Environmental Engineering Co-op, and this is my second year on the GNCTR team, with this being my first year as an executive member! When I am not dying from keeping on top of my classes, you can find me in the gym or cheering on the 2026 Stanley Cup Champions, the Edmonton Oilers!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Brandon Song
Concrete Co-lead
Hi! My name is Brandon Song and I am the new Concrete Co-lead for this year's UofA GNCTR team! I am a fifth-year Civil Engineering Co-op Student and I am responsible for the geometric design of the toboggan's concrete skis. In my free time, I enjoy rock climbing, video games, and working on my car. I think our team this year will construct the most ostentatious toboggan the UofA has ever seen!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Patrick Kaszewski
Concrete Co-Lead
Hi! I’m Patrick, and I’m the Concrete Co-Lead for GNCTR this year. I’m in my 4th year at the UofA as a Civil Engineering Co-op student, and this is my second year with the team. I’m excited to work on creating some innovative, sustainable, and safe concrete skis, while hopefully sliding us to a win at comp. When I’m not testing concrete, you can find me playing board games or trying to survive my classes.
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Stewart Sleeth
Project Coordinator
Hello, my name is Stewart and I am this year's Project Coordinator for the GNCTR team. I have been a part of GNCTR for the past 3 years as a general member, Concrete Lead, and Engagement Coordinator respectively. I am in my last year of Civil Engineering, and I am looking to make the most of it! You can catch me outside of school rolling around on my unicycle, or possibly tearing up a dance floor at a joint near you. I am super excited to pull up to Fake London, and have a great GNCTR Comp with all my TBogg homies.
Any team related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Sam Hammermeister
Costumes Coordinator
Hey! I'm Sam and I am costumes lead. I am super excited to get everyone embracing this year's theme while dressed up in fabulous handmade costumes! I've been a part of this team since 2022 and held both technical and creative roles. I'm in my fifth year of the civil engineering co-op program. When I'm not riding the Tbogg down the slopes you can find me with my head in a book or out for a run. Make sure to come join craft nights with Akira and I as we get our costumes assembled for competition!
Any costumes related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Akira Xaysana
Costumes Subcommittee
Hi! My name is Hannah and I’m the current costumes lead. I can’t wait to put everyone in ridiculous costumes to fully embrace our fabulous theme. I’ve been with the club since 2022, and bounced between several roles in the past couple years. I’m currently in my fourth year of the MECE co-op program. While I’m not living it up in Medicine Hat or hatching a scheme to create unforgettable craft nights, you can find me crocheting an ungodly amount of costume accessories, or avoiding my responsibilities by baking.
Any costumes related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Sarah Vuong
Logistics and Display Co-coordindator
Hey y’all! My name is Sarah and I’m in my third year of Civil engineering. I’m going to be one of the co leads for our Logistics and Technical Display team! Some things about me are: I love takoyaki, I have a fat dog who’s reaching 13 years old, and I hate losing. We’re gonna build a sick Display to showcase our toboggan LOL
Any logistics related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Michelle Wong
Logistics and Display Co-Coordindator
Hi!! I’m Michelle, the Logistics and Display co-lead and I’m entering my fourth year of university as a Civil Engineering Coop Student. This year will be my thirf competition and my second as a co-lead. Aside from school and work, you’ll usually find me holding a palette of paint or behind a big pile of art supplies. With that said, I’m very exited to be designing and painting a really cool crate to show off at Tech Ex this year!
Any logistics related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Kaitlyn Haardt
Superstructure subcommittee
Hi, my name is Kaitlyn and I am on the superstructure subcommittee this year. It is my second year doing GNCTR and I’m very excited to be joining the executive team. I’m a 4th year civil engineering student. When it’s not -40°, you can find me walking around outside. When it is, I like to hide indoors with a good puzzle or book. I can’t wait to make our toboggan a real show stopper!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Holly Karg
Superstructure subcommittee
Hi, my name is Holly Karg, and I am a superstructure subcommittee member. This is my first year with GNCTR, and I am in my 3rd year of civil engineering co-op. When I’m not doing schoolwork I enjoy playing piano or guitar, reading, rock climbing, and doing archery. I’m very excited to see the great toboggan we can make this year!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Zaid Hussain
Concrete subcommittee
Hi! My name's Zaid Hussain, and I am a part of the concrete sub-committee for GNCTR. I am in my last year of civil engineering co-op aiming to specialize in utilities and water resources, and have been a part of GNCTR for 3 years now, from general member to concrete lead. Besides yelling at the Oilers, playing video games, and learning useless information, I love going out and trying new things and experiences
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Ryan Tran
Concrete subcommittee
Hello!! My name is Ryan and I am part of the concrete subcommittee for GNCTR. This is my second year with the team, and I'm currently in my 5th year of Civil Engineering Co-op, specializing in geotechnical engineering. When I'm not buried in school work, you'll probably find me out in the mountains backpacking, snowboarding, or bouldering. I'm super excited to explore new cities and can't wait to compete in London, Ontario next year!!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca