Team BC shines with eight individual gold medals in the pool
It was another great day in the pool for Team BC on Aug. 15 as swimmers as collectively they brought in nine gold, 10 silver and seven bronze medals for a team total of 26 medals.
Humhej brings the heat, BC heads to final
Stormy skies and the threat of rain didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of Team BC softball fans Saturday afternoon. Chants of “we are BC” rang out as the game got underway at Syncrude Athletic Park. The afternoon game was a grudge match of sorts, after BC lost to Manitoba just a day earlier, the BC ladies delivered the win in five innings, 10 – 0.
Double gold for BC golf teams
Team BC Golf took gold medals in the team competition on both the men's and the women's side Saturday at the Fort McMurray Golf Course.
Team BC loses first match to Team Alberta
BC lost its first badminton matches of the competition when both James Ho and Joshua Liu were defeated in their respective men's singles matches. Both matches went to three sets.
Dad surprises pitcher son, BC to play for gold
Justin Olic (Surrey), a crafty southpaw was today's starter against Alberta. Unknown to him, his father Frank Olic flew in to watch the him play. After working the 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM shift Frank jumped on a plane in Vancouver to Fort McMurray.
Golden boys in top form for triathlon relay
A light mist kept the triathlon conditions slick and chilly for the second day of competition. Team BC medaled in both the male and female three-person relay with the men taking gold and the women taking home silver.
Women battle to a split on day two!
The BC women's volleyball team started the day off with a battle with Team Alberta. The teams have a history, having met twice before the games and split both match ups.
Team BC Results Recap Aug 14
26 medals for Team BC at the Western Canada Summer Games with swimming leading the charge, collecting 25 in the pool and the men's 8 in rowing taking home gold.
Shade golden in Wood Buffalo
The water at Macdonald Island Park was golden for Special Olympics athlete Jesse Shade (Campbell River) at the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games. Five gold medals in the pool were just the beginning for the sixteen year old Vancouver Island swimmer.
Team BC goes pink to support Pink Shirt Day
/in 2015 NewsToday is Pink Shirt Day in British Columbia and Team BC athletes, coaches, managers and mission staff currently at the 2015 Canada Winter Games are taking a moment to join the movement and stand up against bullying.
Stephanie Divin leads after elements competition
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC figure skaters have strong finishes after the elements portion of the ladies level 2 Special Olympics and the men’s novice event.
Up and down day for Team BC in trampoline
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC gymnasts face tough competition in trampoline but pull out four top ten finishes in the individual events.
Team BC opens strong in table tennis
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC has a successful day in table tennis at the 2015 Canada Winter Games with several finals qualifications.
Team BC judo athletes ready to throw down tomorrow
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC gets ready for judo competition beginning tomorrow. The team is competing in all 14 weight categories.
Power sprinting performance to the podium
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC brings home five medals in cross country and para Nordic today. Medalists include Colin Ferrie, Ethan Hess, Emily Suchy, Andy Lin and Emily Weekes.
Cross country hits podium five times, badminton advances to medal rounds
/in 2015 NewsTuesday 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
/in 2015 NewsTeam 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
/in 2015 NewsWhen 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
/in 2015 NewsTeam 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
/in 2015 NewsThree 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
/in 2015 NewsFollowing 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
/in 2015 NewsThe 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
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC table tennis starts off with crushing defeats and five-hour matches.
Week two action gets underway for Team BC
/in 2015 NewsWeek 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.
Prince George figure skater in medal contention after short program
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC skaters in great standing after the short program. Free programs commence on Tuesday.