History of Futsal For the first time ever, futsal (foot sol) will be an event at the 2022 Manitoba Games powered by Manitoba Hydro. While the sport is new to the Manitoba Games, futsal debuted at the 2018 Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires and has been played around the world for almost a century. It…
Spring is here and that means Baseball in Manitoba is getting ready for its second season in a new normal. “The baseball community as a whole I think is really excited to get things going and can’t wait for the kids to have the opportunity to play organized sport,” said Jason Miller, Baseball Manitoba Executive…
The Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame has learned of the passing of Dave Drybrough on March 9, 2021. Dave was an excellent runner in the 1950s and represented Canada in the 1500m at the 1959 Pan Am Games and gave back to Athletics for many years as a coach, administrator, and volunteer. An accountant by…
I love feeling sore after a good workout… as though it’s my body’s way of telling me “good work”. It’s a masochistic badge of honor when something simple like climbing the stairs, or sitting down hurts. Have you ever wondered though, if you’re feeling too sore? It’s normal to feel sore after a workout; when…
Speed skater Alexa Scott of Clandeboye, Manitoba first learned how to skate through figure skating. The spins and jumps weren’t for her, though, so her coach suggested she try speed skating. “I started speed skating when I was nine and I transitioned to the Manitoba provincial team when I was 13,” said Alexa. Since…
The volunteer recruitment drive for the 2024 Manitoba Summer Games in Dauphin is now underway! This is your chance to be a part of the incredible experience that is the Manitoba Games. The 2024 Games will be held in Dauphin from August 11-17, 2024 and will feature athletes from 12 different sports. These Games will…
Manitoba judo legend Moe Oye reflects on his life around the sport, including his approach to coaching, the growth of the sport in the province, and his proudest accomplishments. Photo credit: Judo Manitoba
When it comes to sport, you might thrive on head-to-head competition or seek to play for the social benefits. Five-pin bowling not only checks both those boxes, but is a sport you can play year-round for decades. “The concept of Sport for Life applies very directly to the sport of five-pin bowling,” said Lorne Sproule,…
Olympian Desiree Scott discusses her successful soccer career, including competing for Team Canada, the best players she played with and against, and the story behind her nickname.
“It’s really rewarding to be able to contribute and support the whole community,” said Arlene Woodcock, a Manitoba cycling official, or commissaire, since 2004. “Because that’s really what we do. You can’t run a race without having an official.” Arlene is also a national commissaire with experience doing events like the Tour of Alberta. …