Fourty-one nations will compete at the 2023 Pan American Games held in Santiago, Chile from Friday, October 20 to Sunday, November 5, 2023, that will feature 39 sports and 61 disciplines. Among the thousands of people from across the globe are 16 skillful, spirited Manitobans who are stepping onto the world stage to represent Team…
Coaches are dedicated mentors and role models who continuously shape our province’s treasured athletes and nurture the values of sport. They are committed to help athletes build their character, sharpen their skills, and reach their full potential. One of the many ways we recognize these efforts is during National Coaches Week, which is a celebration…
Karly Miller, Executive Director and Technical Director at the Manitoba Gymnastics Association, is no stranger to applying for grants. Over the years, she has applied to and received the Grey Cup Legacy Grant, Summer Games Legacy Grant, Coach and Officials Assistance Grants, Special Initiatives Grant, and Tourism Grants (event hosting), to name a few. Some…
A Board of Directors is an important part of a non-profit organization. For Sport Manitoba, being a Director means using your expertise and experience to provide guidance and direction that acts in the overall best interests of amateur sport in our province. This can be anything from implementing provincial sport policy, overseeing the development of…
Photo by Haley Hayward, Baseball Manitoba Pre-2019, baseball coaches at La Salle ball diamonds had to sift through a cluttered sea can of pound-in bases, searching for ones they could use without broken straps or missing pegs. Without permanent bases, this time-consuming process was necessary before every game or practice. Macdonald Minor Ball Association…
What Is WASAC? What started out as two coaches, four leaders, and 40 children over 20 years ago, Winnipeg Aboriginal Sport Achievement Centre (WASAC) has surged to become one of the country’s largest employers for Indigenous youth, providing quality sport, recreation, and cultural programming for thousands of kids across the province. And the impacts…
Fencing is the number one sport in many countries around the world. Even though it is not as well known in Canada, Provincial Coach Ayach Bounachada said it really is a sport for everyone. “Fencing is a pretty complex sport, but it helps kids develop many skills, like endurance, agility, reaction, coordination, and more.”…
As part of International Museum Day celebrations around the world, the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame is pleased to announce its new exhibit, Fields …. (Rinks, Courts, and Lanes) of Dreams | Manitoba’s Halls of Fame is officially open to the public. The exhibit brings together artifacts and displays from 10 halls of fame from…
Organized sport can be expensive. According to a 2016 Sport Resource Information Centre (SIRC) article, the most significant barrier for kids developing in sports was cost. This results in limiting the pool of athletes to those who can afford to play. Whether it’s soccer, hockey, gymnastics, or swimming – fees exist to get your kid…
Winnipeg Sea Bears Forward Chad Posthumus on the Upcoming CEBL Season and Training at Sport Manitoba
Chad Posthumus made his Winnipeg Sea Bears debut in his hometown on May 27 at the Canada Life Centre in their inaugural game against the Vancouver Bandits. The six-foot-11 forward said stepping onto the court in Winnipeg adds a special element to tip off the Canadian Elite Basketball League (CEBL) season. “The opportunity to play…