Young gymnasts thrive on foundation of parental commitment
The opening day of gymnastics competition began today, Aug. 9, with men’s team competition and the venue at MacDonald Island Park had the stands lined with supporters.
Trinity Western teammates medal to open 2015 athletics competition
Athletics competition got off to a golden start for Team BC on opening day, Aug. 8, as 20-year-old Regan Yee took gold in the women’s 1500-m event. Trinity Western University teammate Adam Marshall stepped on the podium minutes later earning bronze in the men’s 1500-m.
Team BC off to a golden start!
After the first day of competition, B.C. is in first place in the medal standings with a total of 37 medals, including 15 gold, 10 silver and 12 bronze.
Willett Father-son combo pull in gold in hammer throw
They are father and son at home but here in Wood Buffalo, Alta. father Laurie Willett is on duty as coach of son Sam Willett (Victoria), the top-ranked hammer throw athlete competing at the 2015 Western Canada Summer Games.
Team BC cyclists dominate on first day of competition
On the first day of competition Team BC cyclists took home five of six medals in the Individual Time Trial event, setting the stage for three more exciting days of racing.
Team BC Gymnasts ready for competition
Our 12 gymnasts worked hard on perfecting their routines at today’s training sessions in preparation for competition which will begin tomorrow.
17 medals at Athletics on Day 1
Team BC showed their stuff on the track today bringing home 17 medals.
Nine medals for Canoe Kayak on Day 1
Canoe Kayak athletes hit the water paddling today and were rewarded for all their hard work with nine medals.
Team BC shines in Judo with six medals
Team BC shines in judo on day one of competition earning six medals - five gold and one bronze.
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.
Team BC gymnastics earns five medals on final day of competition
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC wins big in the gymnastics individual events today. Shallon Olsen and Aaron Mah lead the way with a total of eight medals combined.
Ladies’ ski cross leads the way at Tabor Mountain
/in 2015 NewsTeam BC ladies and men dominate day one of ski cross. Quarterfinals begin tomorrow morning at 10 a.m.
Team BC puts in a good effort in short track
/in 2015 NewsThe 1000m proves a competitive race for Team BC athletes. The team prepares for the 3000m points and relay races.