Balatti twins, Vanichuk make up leadership group

Twin brothers Graysen and Ronan Balatti, along with Austin Vanichuk, make up the leadership group for the 2026 Langley Junior A Thunder.

Graysen Balatti will serve as captain, with Ronan Balatti and Vanichuk as assistant captains.

“Leadership isn’t just a letter — it’s how you show up every day. Graysen, Ronan and Austin have consistently put the team first and earned the trust of the room,” said general manager Ryan Williams. “They understand what we’re building here and will play a key role in setting that standard.”

Graysen Balatti was selected seventh overall by Langley in the 2022 BC Junior A Lacrosse League Draft. Ronan was taken 11th overall by the Burnaby Lakers before being acquired by the Thunder ahead of the 2025 season. Both defenders are Ridge Meadows products entering their final seasons of junior eligibility.

Vanichuk, a third year left-handed forward from the Langley Minor Lacrosse program, made an immediate impact in his first season, earning team honours as Most Valuable Player, Top Offensive Player and Top Rookie, while also capturing the BCJALL’s Marcolis Gibson Award as Rookie of the Year.

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