Emma Malkoske was first introduced to biathlon after curiously looking for a new sport to try in grade six. “I thought it was a cool combination of sports and I never heard about it before,” she said. “I thought it was really interesting to go try out the shooting, and I’ve never skied before.” Today,…
With the gradual return to sport, we continue to share stories from the individuals who help make sport possible for us here in Manitoba. Referees and officials play an integral role in sport, and without them there to make the call, the games and competition we enjoy wouldn’t be possible. We had the pleasure of…
Garth Goodbrandson of Golf Manitoba and Jayme Menzies from the CMU Blazers discuss their coaching careers and offer advice for other young coaches as we celebrate National Coaches Week across Canada.
Sport Manitoba is proud to launch a media campaign to bring attention to the declining participation of sport officials due to increasing incidents of maltreatment. #NoRefNoGame is a reminder that without referees, officials, and umpires, there would be no games. #NoRefNoGame features personal stories from Manitoba officials sharing what it’s like to be behind the…
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…
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,…