Hosting Manitoba’s largest ongoing multi-sport event is a venture like no other. It engages not only the athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers, but also people of all ages from across the province who gather for a common experience in the spirit of competition – that’s why the Town of Niverville is buzzing with anticipation to…
As a young teen, Abby Dent was looking to get involved in another sport. The all-round athlete already played hockey and volleyball but was interested in trying something totally new. Rowing Canada came to her school and did some basic testing with students in gym class. They took note of Dent’s height and then her…
By Tara Funke This fall four young Manitobans returned home from Aberdeen, Scotland as World Mixed Curling Champions. The team, as described by skip Colin Kurz, is a group of competitive curlers who are also great friends on and off of the ice. The squad included vice-skip Meghan Walter, second Brendan Bilawka and lead Sara…