ACAC South Male Rookie of the Year | STEFAN VRSKA | Medicine Hat Rattlers

Article Courtesy the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC).

The Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) is pleased to announce Stefan Vrska of the Medicine Hat Rattlers has been selected as the 2024 ACAC Male Soccer South Rookie of the Year. 

Stefan Vrska played a crucial role for the Rattlers Men's Soccer team during the 2024 season. As a rookie goalkeeper, Stefan stepped up as a starter from day one. After nine games played, Vrska finished second in the south division for total saves, stopping 53 shots to end up in the back of the net.

Head Coach of Medicine Hat Rattlers Men’s Soccer, Damir Omerovic, says, “Stefan made an immediate impact in his first season, showcasing both talent and leadership. His contributions were pivotal to our success, demonstrating consistency and versatility on the field. Beyond his technical abilities as a goalkeeper, Stefan’s character and work ethic set him apart, earning the respect of teammates and coaches alike. In addition to his athletic performance, Stefan has excelled academically, balancing the demands of being a student-athlete with a strong commitment to his studies.”

Omerovic also expressed his excitement for Stefan’s upcoming years. “I look forward to seeing him continue to grow and help lead the Rattlers soccer program to new heights in the seasons to come.”

Vrska, from Regina, SK, is in his first year of University Transfer Science.

This prestigious award will be recognized at the 2024 ACAC Male Soccer Championship hosted by Northwestern Polytechnic in Grand Prairie, AB. 

The Rookie of the Year award is proudly sponsored by Alberta Soccer.

About the ACAC: The ACAC is the governing body for intercollegiate athletics in Alberta. Its mission is to provide competitive collegiate sport experiences, promote academic achievement and be a leader of sport development in Canada.

For more information on the ACAC, please visit their website: www.acac.ab.ca