Delaney Steel

On the Court

After a very successful high school career at Handsworth Secondary School, Delaney played two years of post secondary at Capilano University. Delaney's playing career is highlighted by a second place finish at BC Provincials where she was named to the second all-star team, winning the Telus Tournament and winning various game MVPs and All-Stars at Handsworth Secondary. At provincials she ranked fifth in defensive blocks and was named to the North Shore all star team.

As a multi-sport athlete, Delaney also played high level soccer and field hockey and just finished playing on a Metro Women's League Division 1 team.

Delaney has been coaching for several years for various clubs at the elementary and high school level, and was a coach for the Canyon Heights Elementary Grade 6 and 7 girls team.

Off the Court

Delaney is currently at Capilano University where she is on her way to receiving a Bachelor of Communications Degree. She is on the Dean's List and is currently doing a summer internship as well as coaching. While at Handsworth Secondary, Delaney received honours with distinction each year, received the Capilano Achievements Scholarship, the Athletic Entrance Award and was placed for both terms of 2015 on the Capilano University Merit List.

Delaney is passionate about helping others and has assisted with raising funds to build basic shelters in Nicaragua, helped with the Strachan Hartley Run, and at the Greater Vancouver Food Bank.

"I look forward to helping to develop skillful basketball players, as well as confident young women who will discover their own unique qualities within a team. The moment I began playing basketball I fell in love with the sport, and I am excited to continue encouraging a passion for the game with New Heights. The experiences these girls have will be cherished, and the lessons they gain will help them throughout their lives and future careers."