“There is a perception out there that refs just don’t care, that we show up, get paid, and go home. The fact of the matter is, officials care about the game — that’s why they got involved in the first place,” said Kyle, a football and lacrosse official of more than 15 years in Manitoba….
Welcome to the Fit Kids Healthy Kids Safe at Home webpage. If you’re a parent or guardian of a child between the ages of 2 – 12 we’ve compiled a list of fun, active resources and games you can do from the comfort of your home with minimal or no equipment that will help keep…
We are back with another KidSport Manitoba Q & A! This week we’re talking with Thomas Miles, linebacker for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and 2019 Grey Cup Champion. Read on to learn about Thomas and his strong work ethic. What sports did you play growing up? Hockey, soccer, and football. Hockey was my priority…
This story was originally published in November 2020 Concussions are a common head injury, also known as a Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (MTBI), caused by the shaking of the brain inside the skull. It can happen to anyone, anywhere, anytime. Adam Wedlake, Executive Director of Basketball Manitoba for the last more than 25 years,…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob3z2mOSuGc Sport Manitoba’s annual Night of Champions looks a little different this year. Instead of identifying our traditional athlete, team, coach, official and volunteer award nominees and recipients, we want to feature inspiring stories of triumph and perseverance stemming from the unexpected and extended changes in sport in 2020 due to COVID-19. Sport Manitoba…
KidSport Ambassador and competitive curler Shannon Birchard discusses her success on the ice, how she became involved with KidSport, and her future goals as an athlete. Listen below or on any podcast app including Spotify.
We are back with another KidSport Manitoba Q & A! This week we are featuring one of the original members of our KidSport Manitoba team, Doug Brown, retired Winnipeg Blue Bomber Defensive Tackle and 8-time CFL All Star. Read on to learn more about Doug and his experience in sport throughout his career. What…
First days are always a little intimidating. A first day at work, first day of school — it’s new, you don’t really know what to expect, but you gather up the courage to get out there and do your best. Thomas Friesen was 13 years old when he stepped on to the pitch to referee…
We are back with another KidSport Manitoba Q & A! This week we are featuring one of our newest ambassadors, Tyson Langelaar, a Long Track Speed Skater on Team Canada. Read on to get to know Tyson and his involvement in the world of sport! What sports did you play growing up? I was always…
You may have noticed the KidSport Manitoba roster has grown quite a bit this year! Over the past few months, we have introduced new ambassadors to KidSport Manitoba, and we thought you should have the chance to get to know them better. Our ambassadors play a big role with KidSport and within our communities to…