Today, Brigette Lacquette is devoted to the sport of ice hockey. Playing since she was five years old, Brigette now plays in the PWHPA in Calgary. In 2018, she won a silver medal playing for Team Canada at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang and was the first First Nations woman to play on…
As part of our #NoRefNoGame campaign, officials Kyle Mikulik and Carriera Lamoureux give insight into the world of officiating sports, including the toughest aspects and their favourite parts of the job. Listen below or on any podcast app.
When it comes to adjusting to impacts of COVID-19, Manitoba’s fencing community embodies dedication and what it means to work with what you’re given. From virtual bout analysis to training in their homes, fencing athletes, including Olympic hopeful Misha Sweet, have been concentrating on how they can hone their skills in a changing environment. And…
We are back with another Team KidSport Manitoba Q&A! This week we are featuring curler Colin Hodgson, Lead on Team McEwen. Read on to get to know Colin and his involvement with sport, curling, and KidSport. What sports did you play growing up? Baseball, Curling, Volleyball, Golf, Track & Field, Badminton, Basketball What…
“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.