Gymnasts enjoying day 1 in Wood Buffalo
12 gymnasts, 2 coaches, and 1 manager arrived in Wood Buffalo on August 6 from all over British Columbia. The Team have settled into the Athlete's Village and have been enjoying the delicious food and having their own bedrooms.
Up in the Air
Women's Basketball BC team member Azalya Forstbauer had never been on an airplane before the Team BC charter flight left Vancouver, B.C. for the Western Canada Summer Games in Wood Buffalo, A.B. on Thursday August 6, 2015.
Team BC fired up for 2015 Games
Team BC Pep Rally and #Big Air opening ceremony the highlight of Day 1 at the Western Canada Summer Games in Wood Buffalo.
Judo winning at pin trading
Team BC Judo and Team Sask Gymnastics square off in pin trading at the Athletes Village.
Team BC Tennis taking in the Games
From practice, to pin trading, pep rally and the Opening Ceremony it was a full first day at the Games for Team BC Tennis.
Flag Bearer Alex Brent is excited to get paddling
Team BC's flag bearer and kayak athlete, Alex Brent, is excited to get the Games started.
Advice from Team BC’s Medical Manager
All your hard work and preparation will be for naught if you can’t stay healthy during the Games. See some key tips from Team BC Medical Manager, Ashely Reese.
Beach Siblings excited to get the Games going
Darby Dunn, Devon Dunn, Liam Birker and Quinci Birker took to the court this morning in anticipation in getting the Games started. The siblings are looking forward to competing at the Games together.
Wrestling with excitement in Fort McMurray
20 athletes and three coaches from the wrestling team arrived today in Fort McMurray. This team was so excited to be here today they even scheduled a practice on arrival day.
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.