Mikayla McKenna Pettit
Co-Captain
Hi! My name is Mikayla, and I am the co-captain of UofA GNCTR for 2025. I’ve been an executive with the club since my second year, with roles ranging from costumes to finance, and I’m super excited to be co-leading the team to glory at competition in January! I’m in my third year of civil engineering co-op, and outside of class you’ll either catch me at the gym, hanging out with friends, or getting as much outdoors time as possible.
Any team related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Tyler Statham
Co-Captain
Hey! I’m Tyler, and I am the (other half) of the University of Alberta’s 2025 GNCTR club Co-Captainship. With this being my third year with the club and my final year at the university, I’ve progressed up from starting as a general member, as well as having been an executive lead previously as the costume’s coordinator. While taking on my studies towards Environmental Engineering, you’d be hard-pressed not to find me without a fly-rod in my hand, going out for a quick nine holes, or watching the Flames cruise their way to a Stanley Cup berth! Can’t wait to see you all on race day!
Any team related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Jenna Piercey
Project Coordinator
Hiii!! My name is Jenna and I am the current project coordinator for GNCTR. This is my third year apart of GNCTR and previously I was the engagement coordinator/spirit captain! I am in my 3rd/4th year of Chemical Engineering specializing in computer process control. When I’m not studying or project coordinating I’m probably hanging with my cat, playing ball hockey, or watching the Kardashians. I am so excited to see everything our team can accomplish this year!
Any team related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Stewart Sleeth
Engagement Coordinator
WASAAAP!! My name is Stewart and I am super excited to be this year's Engagement Coordinator/Spirit Captain! I am in my 4th year of Civil Engineering Coop, and this is my 3rd year as a member of the UofA’s GNCTR team, having been both a general member and the previous Concrete Lead. If I’m not slaving away on my projects or studying, you can often find me on the greens (in the rough), on my unicycle, or tearing up the dancefloor with our project coordinator. My goal for this year is ensure the enjoyment of all our members, and maybe even help us make it to the top!
Any team 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 Justin. 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. I am currently in my fourth 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 and looking at manholes and pipes.
Any costume related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Justin McDonald
Superstructure Co-Lead
Hey, my name is Justin McDonald and I’m the Co-Superstructure Lead along with Stefan. I’ve been apart of this club since the ancient years of the start of Covid and been apart of the substructure team as lead or subcommittee for most of it. This year we plan to take all our knowledge to create the coolest TBogg the world has ever seen!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Zaid Hussain
Concrete Co-lead
Hi! I'm Zaid, and I'm the current concrete co-lead for UofA GNCTR. I've been with the club since 2022 and have moved my way up from being a general member to concrete subcommittee to where I am now. I'm currently in my 3rd year of civil engineering and when I'm not busy dying from classes, I'm going to be working on creating some skis fit for an egg-laying mammal along with my other co-lead and subcommittee!
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Kyle Van Os
Concrete Co-Lead
Hi! My name is Kyle and I’m the Concrete co-lead this year along with Zaid. Together we’re excited to build off of last years success and deliver strong, safe, and sustainable concrete skis. I am a student in the Civil Engineering Co-op program, and since joining GNCTR in my first year at UofA, this will be my third competition and my first as a lead. Outside of GNCTR and school, I love to play sports, board games, spend time outside, and watch the Oilers.
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Hannah McIntosh [Pictured on the left]
Costumes
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
Sam Hammermeister
Costumes Subcomittee
Hey! I'm Sam and I am the costumes sub-committee. I am super excited to get everyone embracing this year's theme while dressed up in our fabulous costumes! I've been a part of this team since 2022 and held various roles through out that time. I am in my fourth 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 taking a hike. Make sure to come join craft nights with us as we get our costumes assembled for competition!
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 second 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 third year of university as a Civil Engineering Coop Student. This year will be my second competition and my first 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
Matthew Jassman
Financial Coordinator
I am going into my third year of secondary education, majoring in mathematics and minoring in chemistry. This is my second GNCTR, last year I was a general member and this year I am the finance coordinator! Outside of campus you can find me gaming, kayaking, or travelling whenever I can get the time (and money).
Any finance related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Shashank Shekhar
Superstructure subcommittee
Hello there! I am Shashank and I've been a part of the super structure subcommittee for three toboggans now! I'm a mechanical engineering student in my 4th year graduating by Winter 2026. I intend on doing my best this year and have our team clinch every award in Montreal. While I'm not working on the toboggan, I enjoy video games, badminton and climbing.
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Jake Pretula
Superstructure subcommittee
Hi! I’m Jake, the only EE student on the Exec team and am part of the Superstructure subcommittee (I have no idea how to use CAD). This is my second year in the club and I can’t wait to be shredding the tbogg in Montreal 🤙
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
Orville Orena
Concrete subcommittee
Hi! My name is Orville Orena, and I am apart of the Concrete Sub-Committee for GNCTR. I am finishing off my 3rd year in civil engineering this fall semester, with plans to specialize in the geotechnical field in the future. Apart from looking at rocks and playing with soils, I love running and being outdoors.
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca
James Nguyen-Vu
Concrete subcommittee
Greetings! I am a concrete subcommittee member of the UofA GNCTR 2024/2025. I have been part of this club since 2023, and have participated in the GNCTR competition (2024) in St. John's, NL. I am part of the graduating class of 2025 in the Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (Traditional), and I have a strong interest in both structural engineering and water resources engineering. I can't wait to spend my final year for the next upcoming GNCTR competition (2025) in Montreal.
Any design related questions can be directed to gnctr@ualberta.ca