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.
Great start for cross country skiers at Otway with two gold and one silver
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC cross country skiers Andy Lin and Emily Suchy win gold and Emily Weekes the silver in the first day of cross country events at the 2015 Canada Winter Games.
Trampoline athletes get their first taste of action
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC trampoline athletes have their first day of training at the 2015 Canada Winter Games.
RCMP volunteers give Team BC the welcome of a lifetime
/in 2015 NewsWith little more than a month to go in career that spanned 34 years and took him from his home in Montreal to the Yukon, Ottawa and finally to Prince George, RCMP Chief Superintendent Rod Booth and a group of dedicated officers took some time out of their schedules to make the 2015 Canada Winter Games a little bit more special for Team BC athletes.
Table Tennis training underway for Team BC
/in 2015 NewsTraining kicked off today for Team BC at the 2015 Canada Winter Games table tennis event in Prince George.
Northern athletes contribute nearly one quarter of Team BC’s medals during week one
/in 2015 NewsSeven athletes from B.C.’s north combined for a total of 10 medals during week one of the 2015 Canada Winter Games, helping propel Team BC into third place in the medal standings, with a total of 41 at the mid-point of the Games.
Team BC earns 41 medals during week one of the Canada Winter Games
/in 2015 NewsWeek one has come to a close with a very successful performance from Team BC. With 41 medals, Team BC sits third in the medal count, three behind Ontario and two ahead of Alberta. Quebec leads the medal standings with 83 medals.
Memories and heartbreak for B.C.’s hockey team
/in 2015 NewsIf there is one thing assistant captain Shannon Morris-Reade will take away from the 2015 Canada Winter Games, it’s a reminder to enjoy the moment.
The 17-year-old Port Coquitlam hockey player shared a monumental week of competition with a group of teammates who have a special bond…(more)
Team BC female biathletes bring home gold
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC biathletes had a big day in the team relay events. The ladies took gold and the men raced a tough race, finishing fourth overall.
Bronze for Team BC curlers
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC scores big in their 11-2 curling win over Team Saskatchewan to take bronze.
Team BC goes down to the buzzer with Team New Brunswick in wheelchair basketball
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC wheelchair basketball loses to a hard-fought 66-65 game to Team New Brunswick.
Team BC is all smiles at short track today
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC closes out their final day of short track speed skating competition today. All athletes finish in the top 30 in the 3000m points and the men come away with fourth in the 3000m relay.
A tip of the (Team BC) hat
/in 2015 NewsAs some Team BC athletes depart Prince George after week 1, we welcome the next wave of Team BC athletes to Prince George this Sunday. For the new arrivals, we’d like to help you prepare for your time here so read ahead for some tips we’ve collected.
Experience of a lifetime for ringette’s Cichos
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC’s ringette captain Angela Cichos has never experienced anything like the 2015 Canada Winter Games.
The 18-year-old Port Coquitlam player has competed in countless high-stakes tournaments and difficult games but has never felt the same level of support that took place over the course of the week’s competition.
“It was amazing and I loved it,” she said. “The first couple of days got us really pumped and excited. First with the Team BC pep rally and then the opening ceremonies. And then all the support we got on the ice topped it all off.”
Seven medals for Team BC on the final day of week one competition
/in 2015 NewsOn the final day of week one, Team BC captured medals in alpine skiing, biathlon, curling and speed skating. Team BC had 41 medals including 12 gold, 16 silver and 13 bronze.
Team BC to curl for a bronze medal
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC curlers lose to Team Saskatchewan in a close game. The team will try for bronze.
Determined wheelchair basketball team rewarded with win over Team Nova Scotia
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC advances in wheelchair basketball with a big 53-38 win. They play Team New Brunswick tomorrow at 1 p.m.