The Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame has learned that Art Werier passed away on August 21, 2020 at the age of 82. Our only inducted member to date from the sport of Table Tennis, Werier was inducted in 2013 as an Athlete/Builder in the sport he dedicated his life towards. In addition to decades devoted…
Former Sport Manitoba Board Chair and ex-Winnipeg Blue Bomber Paul Robson discusses his career as an athlete, what makes a great coach, and his induction into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame. Listen below or on any podcast app of your choice!
The First Annual Zach’s Ol’ HoeDown was hosted in Howden, Manitoba at the beginning of August, raising $3,080 for KidSport Manitoba – West! The event kicked off with comedian Matt Falk, who had the crowd roaring with laughter. Next up to the stage was country cover band, Banned & Outlawed, followed by Autumn Stone,…
Maybe it’s the calm of being out on the open water at 5:30 a.m. on a Winnipeg summer morning, or the challenge of chasing that perfect stroke that draws in a rower – whatever it is, rowing is one sport that will bring out both the competitor and outdoor enthusiast in you. Just take it…
It’s that time of year again! Over the next several months, we will highlight the extraordinary individuals and teams who make up the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame class of 2020 as they take their place as Honoured Members. First up, an exceptional racquetball player from Thompson, Manitoba. Jen Saunders (Athlete) Jen Saunders competed…
Whether in your basement, backyard, or living room, training efficiently doesn’t mean you need a lot of equipment or space. This fun and challenging Kettlebell (KB) Complex workout is very effective and can be done at your gym or at home. If you don’t have a rower available, feel free to swap it out for…
Sport requires reaction! Especially in team sports, where athletes might need to play defense, partner reaction drills are a great way to train quickness and add an unknown element to the drill. You’ll notice these types of drills almost mirror the idea of defensive play and containment. Since team sports often require reaction to an…
The book Iconic Stories from 150 Years of Sport in Manitoba in support of KidSport Manitoba is garnering a lot of attention in local news following its release on August 10, 2020. Purchase your copy of the book here. We’ll keep you updated on all the latest buzz on the book in this…
The year 2020 has been unlike anything we have ever experienced before. Sport and school, among many other things, have felt the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic in a major way. But while classrooms and courts may look different to keep us safe, Manitobans across the province will continue to pursue academic and athletic excellence,…
It is with a heavy heart that we note the passing of Dale Hawerchuk on August 18, 2020 as he lost his ongoing battle with cancer. Inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame in 2013 as an Athlete in Hockey, Hawerchuk spent nine fabulous seasons with the original NHL Winnipeg Jets. Drafted 1st overall…