Cross country hits podium five times, badminton advances to medal rounds
Tuesday was another big day for Team BC’s cross country skiers as they posted five podium performances, that in addition to the three medals the team earned on Monday.
Colin Ferrie of Kimberley won his first medal of the Games, skiing to gold in the 1.5km classic sprint.
Team BC takes to the slopes on the first day of snowboard competition
Team BC athletes take on the parallel giant slalom, not typically a team strength, but snowboarder Katie Anderson finishes in the top eight.
Patience, hard work and dedication are the keys to Shaikh’s success
When Abdul Shaikh landed in Toronto he had 80 dollars in his pocket, two suitcases, two children, and his number one supporter by his side, his wife.
The year was 1967 and Shaikh was one of India’s premiere badminton players. Nearly 50 years later, he has become one of B.C.’s most celebrated coaches in the sport. The Canada Games Council inducted him into its 2015 Hall of Honour class on Feb. 12, recognizing his dedication to sport, as well as his excellence and leadership.
Team Yukon no match for Team BC curlers
Team BC continue their win streak in curling against Team Yukon. They take on Team PEI and Team Ontario tomorrow.
Medal guaranteed for Team BC in squash
Three Team BC athletes make squash semi-finals while both men’s and women’s teams defeat their first round of opponents.
Team BC faces off against Team Manitoba in Game 2
Following a late 5-3 victory over New Brunswick Team BC was ready to take on Manitoba in their second game of the 2015 Canada Winter Games.
Team BC makes badminton quarterfinals
The badminton individual competition kicked off today at the 2015 Canada Winter Games. The first few rounds of bracket play decided the quarterfinalists of each of the five disciplines, and Team BC has great representation in the the upcoming rounds.
Dramatic first day for Team BC in table tennis
Team BC table tennis starts off with crushing defeats and five-hour matches.
Week two action gets underway for Team BC
Week two of action at the Canada Winter Games got underway with medals from para cross country and preliminary action in hockey, curling, figure skating, badminton, squash and table tennis.
MISSION STAFF MONDAY – Willy Saari
/in 2018 NewsTune in every Monday to learn more about the support team that will ensure our athletes are set up for success in Red Deer next February. This week: Willy Saari!
Olympian Justin Kripps named Team BC Honourary Captain
/in 2018 NewsTeam BC is proud to announce Olympian and Team BC alumnus, Justin Kripps, as our Honourary Captain for the 2019 Canada Winter Games.
MISSION STAFF MONDAY – JENNIFER SCOTT
/in 2018 NewsTune in every Monday to learn more about the support team that will ensure our athletes are set up for success in Red Deer next February. This week: Jennifer Scott!
MISSION STAFF MONDAY – CAROLYNN BOOMER
/in 2018 NewsTune in every Monday to learn more about the support team that will ensure our athletes are set up for success in Red Deer next February. This week: Carolynn Boomer!
BC Wheelchair Basketball Society announces athletes heading to Red Deer
/in 2018 NewsFrom Pender Island to Prince George, BC’s wheelchair basketball athletes come from a good representation of the province.
Team BC Alumnus Cam Levins Break Marathon Record
/in 2018 NewsIn his marathon debut, Cam Levins of Black Creek, B.C., shattered Jerome Drayton’s 43-year-old Canadian men’s record on a brisk Sunday morning in Toronto.
2019 Canada Winter Games unveil festival lineup
/in 2018 NewsWith more than 80 acts performing over 10 days between February 16 until March 1, 2019, there is something for everyone the talent and diversity of Canada’s finest performers is showcased.
2019 Canada Games Indigenous Mentorship Program filled with BC Officials
/in 2018 NewsThe Aboriginal Sport Circle and the Canada Games Council announced the selected officials for the 2019 Canada Winter Games Indigenous Officials Mentorship pilot. Four of the five officials announced hail from BC.
Get your 2019 Canada Winter Games Games Passes
/in 2018 News2019 Games passes and tickets for the Opening & Closing Ceremonies are now on sale. Spectators can take advantage of special early bird pricing until October 15.
Team BC Alumni Bryden Hattie to compete at Youth Olympic Games
/in 2018 NewsThe Canadian Olympic Committee announced the team that will represent Canada in Argentina from October 6 to 18.
Judo Athletes Selected to Represent BC
/in 2018 NewsCanada Games trials were held in Abbotsford over the past weekend where athletes representing BC were chosen to compete in Red Deer.
Team BC Mission Staff chosen for the 2019 Canada Winter Games
/in 2018 NewsOutstanding British Columbians will support athletes, coaches and managers competing in Red Deer next winter
Team BC Alumni set to shine at the Commonwealth Games
/in 2018 NewsThere are 283 athletes competing for Team Canada and within that contingent 24 have competed for Team BC at the Canada Games or Western Canada Summer Games (11 athletes have competed at both).
Team BC Alumni take part in the 2018 Paralympic Games
/in 2018 NewsClose to 50% of Canadian Paralympic Team has a Connection to B.C.
19 BC Games and Team BC alumni chosen as finalists for Athlete of the Year Awards
/in 2018 News19 BC Games and Team BC alumni have been selected as finalists for the annual Athlete of the Year Awards presented by Sport BC.
19 BC Games and Team BC alumni competing at Olympics
/in 2018 News19 BC Games and Team BC alumni will compete for Team Canada at the 2018 Olympic Winter Games in PyeongChang, Korea.