Laurie Cahill began his career in college athletics at Mohawk College in 1985 as Manager of Varsity Athletics and Facilities. He quickly moved into a volunteer role with the OCAA, becoming Men’s Basketball Convenor in 1987-88, a role he held until the end of the 1993-94 season. Cahill also served as Touch Football Convenor in 1993-94.

Laurie dedicated his time and talents to various OCAA committees over the years including the Marketing Committee, Women’s Sport Development Committee, and the Ways and Means Committee. He was instrumental in the development and initiation of the OCAA Basketball All-Star Games and volunteered Mohawk as the host for the first two years. Cahill initiated the OCAA Sweepstakes fundraising program, and he worked with Lori Lyle of the OCAA office to turn this into a highly successful financial venture, which benefited the entire OCAA.

In 2001 the OCAA recognized Laurie’s contributions by presenting him with a Shield Award.