Royals Welcome 3 New Players to Round Out 2026-27 Women's Basketball Recruiting Class
In order from left to right: Kayleigh Mark, Georgia van der Waarde, Neelum Sidhu
Kayleigh Mark
Position: Forward
Height: 6'3"
High School: Maple Ridge Secondary
Previous Club Team: Excel Basketball
Hometown: Pitt Meadows, BC
Intended Program: Arts Associate Degree
Why did you choose Douglas College: "I chose Douglas College because of the positive reputation of the coaching staff, the supportive team culture and the quality of educational programs offered. I look forward to joining the team!"
Coach Steve Beauchamp's thoughts: "We are extremely excited that Kayleigh has returned home to join the Royals, after playing last season with Mount Royal. Kayleigh's experience, offensive skills, and rebounding focus, will provide an immediate boost to our inside presence."
Georgia van der Waarde
Position: Guard
Height: 5'9"
High School: Langley Christian
Previous Club Team: VK Basketball
Hometown: Langley, BC
Intended Academic Program: Bachelor of Social Work
Why did you choose Douglas College: "I chose Douglas because it allows me to pursue both my academic and athletic goals."
Coach Steve Beauchamp's thoughts: "Georgia impressed the coaches with her offensive versatility, athleticism, and defensive prowess. We are thrilled about the options she gives us and look forward to her making an immediate impact. She comes from an extremely successful program under Coach Gardner at Langley Christian, and we expect Georgia's competitive focus to fit well with the Royals."
Neelum Sidhu
Position: Forward
Height: 6'1"
High School: Seaquam Secondary
Previous Club Team: Athelite
Hometown: Delta, BC
Intended Academic Program: Criminology
Why did you choose Douglas College: "I wanted to be closer to home and have a school with some meaningful history, and it's a school with a good women's basketball program."
Coach Steve Beauchamp's thoughts: "Neelum joins us after a medical redshirt year at the University of Calgary. She has fully recovered, and her addition gives us much-needed depth at the 4 spot. Neelum is a skilled offensive player and effective rebounder, and brings a championship mindset from her two provincial titles with Seaquam, under Coach Toor."
