Two New Grads Headed to U of T
Two talented and recent St. Michael’s College School (SMCS) graduates are set to become teammates again this fall at the University of Toronto (U of T).
Tobias Sealy ’25 and Dallas St. John ’25 have both made commitments to U of T’s track and field team, taking with them their athletic expertise and promising academic journeys.
“Dallas and Tobias are exceptional individuals on and off the track,” Stephen Antolin ’05, teacher and track and field coach, says of the two honour roll students. “Their incredible talent is only surpassed by their incredible dedication and determination. They show up every day determined to push themselves to new levels and as a result, they have each achieved a remarkable amount of success as individuals and as members of this team.”
Tobias Sealy – U of T, Humanities
Sealy began competing in track and field in Grade 2, where he found early success securing a city championship with his school’s 4×100-metre relay team. However, after coming to SMCS in Grade 8, Sealy focused more on soccer and basketball. It wasn’t until he reached Grade 11 that his focus shifted and he decided to pursue track and field.
“My journey has presented its share of significant challenges, each of which has contributed to my growth and resilience,” says Sealy. “Early in my high school career, I faced the unexpected setbacks of the COVID-19 pandemic, which unfortunately led to the cancellation of my Grade 7 and 8 athletic seasons. Just as I was eager to return in Grade 9, I was diagnosed with stomach ulcers that required surgery, resulting in significant weight loss and the loss of that entire track season.”
Once cleared, Sealy began competing in track again in Grade 10, earning gold in the 200-metre and 4×400-metre and silver in the 100-metre, 400-metre, and 4×100-metre at the CISAA championships. Unfortunately, another setback ended his season before he could showcase his growth at OFSAA.
“That season, while successful, brought another challenge when I suffered a Grade 2 hamstring strain during the 200-metre final at the Metro Toronto Championships,” says Sealy. “Despite the pain, I pushed through to finish the race and qualify for OFSAA, demonstrating a mental toughness I hadn’t fully realized I possessed.”
Sealy’s Grade 11 track season culminated in an OFSAA gold medal in the 4×400-metre relay with teammates, St. John, Cole Christie ’24, and Benjamin Ottey ’25. This resilient student-athlete was also recognized in his final year at SMCS with the Marc Santi ’01 Award for his leadership in athletics, as well as being named co-MVP for the Sr. Track and Field team.
“St. Michael’s College School helped shape me into the student-athlete I am today, preparing me for the University of Toronto. Athletically, my time with the track and field programme was transformative. The intense workouts with Mr. Bergin pushed my physical limits and helped to build discipline and perseverance that will be essential for university athletics. Academically, SMCS’ challenging curriculum equipped me with the essential skills to do my best at any given task. The emphasis on Goodness, Discipline and Knowledge prepared me for the demanding academic standards of a university like U of T. I learned how to manage a heavy workload effectively and prioritize my studies, which will be crucial for balancing a rigorous academic programme with the demands of high-performance sports.”
At U of T, Sealy will be studying humanities with a focus on book and media studies with hopes to explore sports business, media production, or communications in the athletics industry, while also competing on their track and field team.
“What I like about the University of Toronto’s track and field programme is the calibre of the coaching staff, whose expertise and dedication to athlete development are evident,” he says. “I am excited to learn from their guidance and push my abilities further. The opportunity to train alongside such a talented group of runners is also a major draw.”
Dallas St. John ’25 – U of T, Social Sciences
St. John’s history with track and field began when he was in elementary school and continued throughout his time at SMCS.
“I joined the University of Toronto Track Club (UTTC), which helped elevate my performance to a national level,” says St. John. “Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to compete at invitationals, regional, provincial, and national meets. Each step along the way has taught me something valuable, and I’m deeply thankful for every opportunity I’ve had to grow in this sport.”
In addition to track, St. John was also a member of the SMCS Cross Country team. In Grade 9, he became the second SMCS student to win an individual OFSAA gold medal in cross country in the school’s history.
“One of the biggest turning points in my career was winning the OFSAA 4×400-metre relay in 2024 with my team,” says St. John. “It was the culmination of months of hard work, sacrifice, and belief. That same summer, I hit two major personal bests of 0:48 in the 400-metre and 1:53 in the 800-metre, which gave me the confidence to keep pushing and aim to pursue track at an even higher level.”
At the 2025 Athletic Awards Banquet, St. John was recognized as an Outstanding Graduating Athlete.
St. John is planning to pursue a degree in social sciences at U of T beginning this fall, while competing on the university’s track and field team.
“I chose the University of Toronto because of its outstanding academic reputation and its strong commitment to athletics. It offers the perfect balance between high-performance sport and world-class education. I’ve always been drawn to schools that challenge you to grow not just in one area, but as a complete individual, and U of T fits that perfectly. The fact that I already know many of the track coaches and athletes makes the transition feel natural and exciting.”
With many of the coaches being ones he currently trains with at UTTC, St. John is also drawn to the programme’s sense of community.
“They know me not just as an athlete, but as a person, and that continuity makes a big difference,” he says. “The programme emphasizes both individual growth and team success, and I know I’ll be surrounded by people who push me to become the best version of myself.”
Congratulations to Sealy and St. John on their commitments to U of T.
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