(London, Ontario) – The defending OCAA Champion Fanshawe Men's Volleyball team is excited to announce the addition of top recruit James Pratt (Uxbridge, ON). Pratt has committed to Fanshawe and will be playing middle blocker and left side for the Falcons beginning in September, 2018. He has enrolled in the College's Interactive Media Design program.

Pratt was recently selected to the 18U Canada Youth National Team. He will participate in training starting July 14 at Mount Royal University in Calgary, Alberta. The team will then travel to Tulsa, Oklahoma for the USA Volleyball High Performance Championships from July 24-28. 

Falcons Head Coach Patrick Johnston commented, "I'm very excited to add James to the Falcon family. His work ethic, size and athleticism give him the ability to make an immediate impact in the OCAA. I'm looking forward to having him in the gym in September and getting to work!"

"I chose Fanshawe because it reminds me of home," stated Pratt. "The close knit team and supportive coaches make this institution feel warm and welcoming. I can't wait to be a Falcon!"