February 5 marks National Girls and Women in Sports Day!
This day is an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of women and girls in sport, acknowledge the benefits of sport participation for women and girls, and demonstrate your continued commitment to gender equity in sport.
Le 5 février, c’est la Journée nationale des filles et des femmes dans le sport!
C’est l’occasion de célébrer les réalisations des femmes et des filles dans le sport, de reconnaître les avantages de la participation féminine aux sports et d’afficher notre appui indéfectible pour l’égalité entre les hommes et les femmes dans ce milieu.
Today and every day, we proudly celebrate the transformative power of school sports in empowering girls and women across our province to reach new heights, creating valuable experiences both on and off the field of play.
Happy National Girls & Women in Sports Day! We’re proud to celebrate the strength, dedication, and talent of the girls and women in our ASAA community. They’re breaking barriers and inspiring the next generation of athletes. Let’s continue to support and empower them!
Charity Hearn from Crescent Heights High School in Medicine Hat is our Alberta Milk Female Athlete of the Month for January 2025!
This standout athlete averages 20 points a game, but her impact goes far beyond the scoreboard. Charity’s dedication to her team is unparalleled – she’s always the first one at practice and the last to leave, constantly working to improve her own game and lift up her teammates. Her selfless play and unwavering effort make her a true role model.
Congratulations, Charity!
ASAA proudly names Ryder Parker of Medicine Hat High School our January 2025 Alberta Milk Male Athlete of the Month!
A three-year football and basketball star, Ryder led his team to a Zone Championship and earned MVP honors as a grade 11 player. Despite tearing his ACL this season, he battled back with rehab and a brace, leading his football team to another championship and now captaining the basketball team. His tenacious play and leadership, earning him the nickname “the spark plug,” were on full display in a recent key win.
Ryder’s dedication and inspirational comeback exemplify true sportsmanship.
Congratulations to our January 2025 Athlete of the Month Presented by @BCMilk, Mairi Lister from St. Thomas More! #BCSSAthleteOfTheMonth
Congratulations to our January 2025 Athlete of the Month Presented by @BCMilk, Kaeno Bekkering from Belmont Secondary! #BCSSAthleteOfTheMonth
Congratulations to our athletes of the month for January, Molly Robbins and Bersisa Harris.
Molly is a generous, encouraging, dedicated and positive young lady. in Harrison Trimble High School Cheer Team. Team Captain for the second year, she puts her team and her school above herself. She is involved in her school and the community by participating in cheerleading, cheerleading and football. Throughout their undefeated season, Molly led the team, communicated well with her teammates, and continues to show she is a great leader.
Bersisa is an athlete who participates in five sports and has so far had a remarkable hockey season. He is a natural leader, captain of the golf and hockey team, who plays plenty of minutes for his team. Whatever the role or position, he steps in and does the right thing. He was recognized as one of the stars in two of three tournaments held since the beginning of the season. Coaches emphasize his willingness to put the team first and talk about his coaching ability. His leadership also extends off the ice as he gives back to his community by hosting the Pink in the Rink Game, which raised $1,600 for the Charlotte County Cancer Society. He is also a part of the St. Stephen HS driving team. He is a student who takes his studies very seriously.
Congratulations to both athletes and thank you coaches and staff for taking the time to recognize these amazing students.
Sportsmanship Award – 5A Boys Volleyball – Estevan
Congratulations to the Estevan Boys Volleyball team on winning the 2024 5A Boys SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award! Thanks to the coaches for your dedication to school sport!
Sportsmanship Award – 4A Boys Volleyball – Moose Jaw Vanier
Congratulations to the Vanier Collegiate Boys Volleyball Team on winning the 2024 SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award from the 4A Boys Provincial Championship. Thanks to the coaches for your commitment to student-athletes!
Sportsmanship Award – 3A Boys Volleyball – Biggar
Congratulations to the Biggar Boys Volleyball team for winning the 2024 3A Boys Sportsmanship Award. Big thanks to Coaches Samuel and Arnal for their leadership this season and to SaskMilk for sponsoring this award!
Sportsmanship Award – 2A Boys Volleyball – Lashburn
Congratulations to the Lashburn Boys Volleyball team on winning the 2024 SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award from the 2A Boys Provincial Championship. Thanks to the coaches for your commitment to High School Athletics.
Sportsmanship Award – 1A Boys Volleyball – LeRoy
Congratulations to the LeRoy Boys Volleyball Team on receiving the Blue Banner for their display of sportsmanship at 1A Provincials! Thank you to SaskMilk for their support of High School Athletics!
Sportsmanship Award -5A Girls Volleyball – Swiff Current
Congratulations to the Swift Current Comprehensive Girls Volleyball team for winning the SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award from the 5A Provincial Championship. Thank you to Coaches Wiens and Kelln for your leadership this season!
Sportsmanship Award – 4A Girls Volleyball – Bert Fox
Congratulations to the Bert Fox Community High School Girls Volleyball Team on winning the 2024 SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award from the 4A Girls Provincial Championship. Thanks to the coaches for your leadership this season!
Sportsmanship Award – 3A Girls Volleyball – Makwa
Congratulations to the Makwa Sahgaiehcan First Nations School Girls Volleyball team for winning the SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award from the 3A Provincial Championship. Thanks to the coaches for their commitment to providing educational athletics to our student-athletes!
Sportsmanship Award – 2A Girls Volleyball – École Gravelbourg
Congratulations to the École Gravelbourg School Girls Volleyball team on winning the 2024 2A Girls SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award! Thanks to the coaches for your dedication to school sport!
Sportsmanship Award – Girls Volleyball – Esterhazy
Congratulations to the Esterhazy Girls Volleyball Team for winning the 2024 SaskMilk Sportsmanship Award. Thank you to Coaches Unchulenko and Godwin for your leadership this season!
BC School Sports is pleased to release this year’s scholarship application booklet. BCSS is offering several scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year to recognize excellence in athletics, leadership, and community service. Please encourage eligible student-athletes to apply! For detailed criteria and instructions, refer to the scholarship booklet or contact BCSS office for more information.
Championnat provincial scolaire de volleyball juvénile féminin D1, benjamin et cadet D2 2025
Benjamin D2
Or
École secondaire de Mortagne
Argent
École secondaire Félix-Leclerc
Bronze
École secondaire Thérèse-Martin
Bronze Antique
École secondaire du Triolet
Cadet D2
Or
Collège Durocher Saint-Lambert
Argent
École secondaire de Mortagne
Bronze
Académie les Estacades
Bronze Antique
Collège Jean-Eudes
Juvénile D1
Or
Collège Saint-Bernard
Argent
Académie Ste-Thérèse
Bronze
École secondaire Thérèse-Martin
Bronze Antique
Collège Laval
École secondaire de Mortagne
Le championnat provincial de volleyball scolaire benjamin féminin division 2 s’est déroulé les 3 et 4 février 2024 à l’Académie Sainte-Thérèse.
L’école secondaire du Triolet affrontait l’école secondaire De Mortagne en grande finale provinciale. L’É.S. du Triolet a réussi à mettre la main sur le titre de championnes provinciales à l’aide d’une victoire de 2-1 (25-17, 20-25, 18-16)
La finale de bronze opposait l’Académie Ste-Thérèse à l’É.S. Thérèse-Martin. L’Académie Ste-Thérèse a réussi à obtenir la médaille de bronze avec une victoire de 2-0 (25-19, 25-23).
Félicitations à toutes les équipes participantes pour leur parcours et félicitations à l’É.S. du Triolet pour leur titre de championnes provinciales ! Le RSEQ tient à remercier l’Académie Ste-Thérèse et son comité organisateur pour la tenue de ce championnat.
Le championnat provincial de volleyball scolaire cadet féminin division 2 s’est déroulé les 3 et 4 février 2024 à l’Académie Sainte-Thérèse.
Le Collège Durocher affrontait l’Académie les Estacades en grande finale provinciale. Le Collège Durocher a réussi à mettre la main sur le titre de championnes provinciales à l’aide d’une victoire de 2-0 (25-16, 25-17).
La finale de bronze opposait l’É.S. Thérèse-Martin à l’École Chavigny. L’É.S. Thérèse-Martin a réussi à obtenir la médaille de bronze avec une victoire de 2-0 (25-16, 25-20).
Félicitations à toutes les équipes participantes pour leur parcours et félicitations au Collège Durocher pour leur titre de championnes provinciales ! Le RSEQ tient à remercier l’Académie Ste-Thérèse et son comité organisateur pour la tenue de ce championnat.
Le RSEQ est fier de dévoiler l’équipe d’étoile et la joueuse par excellence de la ligue de volleyball scolaire féminin division 1.
Les responsables des différents programmes ont fait la sélection des élèves-athlètes s’étant le plus illustrées en saison régulière afin de composer une équipe étoile de sept joueuses ainsi que la sélection de la joueuse par excellence de la ligue.
Le RSEQ dévoile les équipes d’étoiles en volleyball benjamin et cadet division 2
Le RSEQ est fier de dévoiler les équipes d’étoiles et les joueuses par excellence de la ligue de volleyball scolaire féminin division 2.
Les responsables des différents programmes ont fait la sélection des élèves-athlètes s’étant le plus illustrées en saison régulière afin de composer une équipe étoile de six joueuses ainsi que la sélection de la joueuse par excellence de la ligue.
Benjamin
Voici la composition de l’équipe d’étoiles :
Edane Dessureault, Félix Leclerc
Rosalie Zenia Petdjang Mbiappa, Académie les Estacades
MHSAA is thrilled to announce a 10-year multimedia rights agreement with Playfly Sports!
This partnership will elevate the exposure of high school sports in Manitoba, creating new opportunities for student-athletes and member schools.
With Playfly Sports’ sponsorship, media, and marketing expertise, we’re excited to see the MHSAA brand grow and reach new heights!
This is just the beginning of an incredible journey for Manitoba’s student-athletes, and we’re proud to be partnering with a company that shares our passion for putting athletes first.
The Confederation City Classic senior AAA basketball tournament, hosted by Charlottetown Rural High School, celebrated its 40th edition last weekend. Some supporters and organizers of the event, are, from left: Stanley Chaisson, Charlottetown Rural Athletic Department; Esther Hovingh, retired Charlottetown Rural athletic director who was involved in the tournament for close to 20 years; Ian Barnes, Charlottetown Rural Athletic Department; Charles Keliher, a member of the organizing committee since the late 1990s, and Les MacKay, a member of the organizing committee since 1996. Photo by Jason Simmonds /The Guardian
One of the region’s premier high school basketball tournaments celebrated a milestone last weekend.
The Confederation City Classic, hosted by Charlottetown Rural High School, celebrated its 40th edition, which attracted top senior AAA-level teams from across the Maritimes.
“This tournament is an amazing tournament in that it is a whole school endeavour from students to staff,” said Esther Hovingh, who joined the Charlottetown Rural staff as a physical education teacher in 2005 and spent seven years as athletic director before retiring following the 2023-24 school year. “Without that support, we couldn’t offer it the way it is.
“Everything from students being hosts; serving oranges to the teams, selling tickets at the door, and students being allowed to come out during class to watch both a men’s and women’s game, it’s great for school spirit that way and the kids get to know who the kids are who are playing on the teams.
“There are good crowds (for those games) and lots of enthusiasm.
“It’s very special that the staff helps in such a large way the way they do.”
History
Les MacKay, a member of the organizing committee for the last 29 years, noted the Confederation City Classic began as a girls’ tournament in 1982. It expanded to include boys in 1996 and has featured both girls’ and boys’ divisions since.
There have been a couple of years when no tournament champions were crowned because of COVID-19 and the weather.
This year’s event attracted 20 teams – 10 boys and 10 girls.
“It’s a great opportunity to play some strong competition,” said Nicole Davies, head coach of the Charlottetown Rural senior AAA girls’ team. “Hosting such a large tournament is always exciting as it gives the school and community an opportunity to see the caliber of high school basketball in the Maritime provinces and how we stack up.”
This year’s edition of the Raiders finished fourth overall in girls’ play. North Nova edged Charlottetown Rural 65-63 in a nail-biting bronze-medal game.
The Charlottetown Rural Raiders’ Maiya Chaudhary controls the ball against the Citadel Phoenix of Halifax in a semifinal game of the Confederation City Classic basketball tournament at Charlottetown Rural on Jan. 11. This year marked the 40th edition of the senior AAA-level event, which attracted 10 girls’ and 10 boys’ teams from across the Maritimes. Photo by Jason Simmonds /The Guardian
With the Confederation City Classic taking place early in January, Davies said having the opportunity to play some of the top teams in the Maritimes is a great way to start what is always a busy second half leading up to the provincial playoffs.
“It gives us a chance to see how we compare with other schools – see our strengths and areas of improvement for the remainder of our regular season.”
The host Charlottetown Rural boys finished 1-3 (won-lost).
Longtime volunteer
Another longtime tournament volunteer is Charles Keliher, who has had three sons play in the Confederation City Classic with Charlottetown Rural.
Keliher became involved as a parent in the late 1990s and got a call from MacKay one day asking if he would be interested in working with the organizing committee.
Keliher’s involvement in recent years has been a liaison between the parents and organizing committee and assisting with public relations.
“What I find is special about this is the community side and the involvement of obviously the staff and administration, custodial (staff) and people at the school,” said Keliher. “We have great sponsors in the community, the athletes get to play before their friends here at the school and it’s a great opportunity for everybody to come together and put on a fantastic tournament together.
“The comments we get from parents from outside Prince Edward Island who come, and the coaches and athletes, are just phenomenal.”
More than basketball
Organizers have strived to make participating in the Confederation City Classic more than just playing basketball. One of the most popular events of the weekend is the tournament social on Friday nights.
“With the player social on Friday night and the pizza party with the dance, it’s such a great thing in the courtyard at the Rodd,” said Hovingh. “The kids love that and they get a game on Saturday morning as well, so they don’t feel they have to leave on Friday night if they didn’t win.”
Contributors
Another highlight of the Confederation City Classic is recognizing contributors to the sport of basketball. The event has named an honorary chairperson or chairpersons every year since 1997.
“We try to recognize people who have contributed to the tournament in a great way,” said MacKay, who added the tournament is fortunate to receive strong support from sponsors.
“The cost of officials is very high and the sponsors, from year to year, are able to come back and allows us to put on a quality tournament from not only a players’ perspective but from a financial perspective,” said MacKay. “We are able to cover our costs and are able to make a few dollars that go back into the (Charlottetown Rural) basketball program.”
Acknowledge volunteers
Stanley Chaisson and Ian Barnes are sharing Charlottetown Rural’s athletic director roles since Hovingh’s retirement.
“We are very lucky we inherited a tournament that has been built up for decades and is now a well-oiled, well-run machine,” said Barnes, who has been involved with the Confederation City Classic for six years. “We wanted to make sure it continued to function as well as it possibly could and that was really what our role is – work with the organizing committee to make sure the athletes have the best possible experience they can have.”
Chaisson, who has taught at Rural and been involved with the tournament for eight years, praised the efforts of organizers.
“To be behind the scenes and see the inner workings and how everyone contributes – staff, parents, community – it’s a tremendous amount of work and takes great effort from the committee,” said Chaisson. “I have great respect for all the work that has been done in the past… It’s a well-oiled machine, so stepping in a role where there are so many working elements to it, I have a lot of gratitude for all the work that has been done up to this year.”
Reunions
The Confederation City Classic also provides an opportunity for a reunion of sorts for the basketball community.
“One of the things I find great about the tournament, for as long as I have been around, is you see people who are spectators who were basketball kids, who then became players, who then became coaches either here at the school or at other schools or organizations within the community,” said Keliher. “That is such a large dividend about this tournament is people who participated in this tournament and may not be involved in this tournament but are somewhere out in the community giving back supporting basketball, student-athletes and it’s wonderful.”
Next year
Barnes and Chaisson said organizers will assess how this year’s event went before beginning the planning work for the 2026 tournament.
Invitations for next year will go out before the end of the school year. Chaisson noted the teams, in all likelihood, will be set before the summer.
“We have teams telling us, ‘Please let us know if a team can’t make it,’” said Chaisson. “We take that as a compliment for the testament to the history of the tournament, and the reputation it has around the Maritimes.”
Did you know?
Some facts about the Confederation City Classic:
This year’s tournament attracted a total of 20 senior AAA-level teams – 10 girls and 10 boys.
The Citadel Phoenix of Halifax defeated the CP Allen Cheetahs of Bedford, N.S., 77-64 in the girls’ final.
CP Allen outscored Halifax West 80-70 in the boys’ championship game.
Former Charlottetown Rural principal Dale McIsaac was selected as the honorary chair for the 2025 tournament. McIsaac’s involvement in the sport over the years includes playing, officiating and coaching more than 150 teams throughout his career.
A total of eight gymnasiums throughout P.E.I. hosted Confederation City Classic games this year.
Members of the Bluefield Bobcats Unified Bocce Team
Bluefield successfully defended their bocce Provincial title and were the overall winners for 2024.
PEISAA is please to partner with Special Olympics PEI to offer this unique sporting activity.
Unified Bocce is a game of 4 on 4. the Four athletes consist of: two Special Olympics Athletes and two Unified Partners. Mutlple teams from each school play games against other schools in this event held at the Indoor Soccer complex in Stratford.
Medals are awarded in each division with points awarded for each medal. School with the most points is awarded the Provincial banner.
OFSAA is thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with EF Educational Tours Canada! Please join us in welcoming them as “The Official Educational Travel Partner of OFSAA”.
EF has been offering educational travel and experiential learning opportunities to Canadian students since 1985. With a shared mission of education, OFSAA and EF Tours will collaborate on initiatives that motivate and inspire students while creating stronger and more diverse communities.
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Wednesday January 22 – 506C: Legal Issues II: Enhanced Legal Topics This course introduces the important legal issues of discrimination, sexual harassment, bullying, hazing, and violence in sport. Participants will learn the legal definitions of the terms and how they are applied to the sport and scholastic context. Case law examples, discussions and other activities will help participants navigate these complex issues. Athletic administrators are also more frequently dealing with legal issues in an “online” context. This course looks at these new issues (cyber-bulling, online privacy, defamation, and coach-athlete relationship closeness on Facebook) through a legal lens and participants will learn tips for how best to manage online issues. Finally, the course touches on employment law and participants will learn best practices for beginning and ending relationships with teacher coaches and volunteer coaches. *LTP 506C is the one of five courses required for the CCAA Certification
Monday January 27 – 502C: Athletic Administration in Canadian Schools This This crucial introductory course addresses many of the day-to-day operational responsibilities for Canadian Athletic Directors. The course addresses school athletic/academic philosophy, administrative organization, coach appointment, budgeting, scheduling, publicity and promotion, management of athletes, parents and others, transportation policies and issues, parent conflict, legal foundations, monthly checklists and more. One of the key resources available to course attendees is a resource package with over 700 pages of useful information, forms, detailed letter templates, sample policies, and more. **LTP 502C is the one of three foundational courses required for the CRAA Certification
Tuesday January 28 – LTP 714C: Preventing, Managing and Transforming Challenging Behaviour This course examines the causes of challenging or difficult personalities in society, with specific reference to interscholastic athletic programs. Basic management strategies include the use of emotional intelligence and transactional analysis considerations and methods. Specific protocols will be defined for dealing with individuals who “must be right,” “must win,” “must be logical” and “must be accepted.” In addition, techniques will be covered for preventing or responding to anger, sarcasm, denigration, complainers and backbiters and rigid-obstinate personalities. A model will also be discussed for creative interaction with parents who demand involvement in athletic department decision-making or who seek to influence the decisions of senior administrators.
Wednesday February 19 – LTP 503C: Athletic Administration: Enhancing School-Based Athletics Programs This course builds on the teachings in 501C and 502C, by taking Athletic Directors through ideas and strategies to implement that will enhance their athletic programs. The course touches on ways to improve citizenship and sportsmanship within your athletic program through positive initiatives, examines potential problems or possible solutions in areas such as program promotion, social media, tournaments and special events, recognition, awards, fundraising, and strategic planning. *LTP 503C is the one of five courses required for the CCAA Certification
