BCSS 2023 Team Awards

BCSS Individual Champions

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RHINO RUGBY AND BC SCHOOL SPORTS ANNOUNCE EXCITING PARTNERSHIP TO ELEVATE RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIPS

(Nov. 16, 2023) – Rhino Rugby, the leading provider of top-tier rugby apparel, balls and equipment, has proudly partnered with British Columbia School Sports to enhance the experience of the BC School Sports Rugby Championships and Playoffs. As part of this collaboration, Rhino Rugby will supply custom Comet Match Ball for the Provincial Championships, reinforcing its commitment to elevating the sport at every level. The Comet Match Ball will be designated as the Official Rugby Ball of BCSS, a testament to its quality and performance.

The Comet Match Ball boasts a hand-stitched design with an in-seam valve, ensuring unparalleled pass and kick accuracy. Crafted with a four-ply laminated construction of rugby ball rubber, this ball maximizes energy transfer during kicks, maintaining both accuracy and speed. Its new and improved grip further enhances rugby ball handling, catering to the needs ofplayers striving for excellence on the field.

“We are thrilled to partner with BC School Sports and contribute to the growth of rugby in the region. The custom Comet Match Balls represent our dedication to providing athletes with the best equipment to enhance their performance,” said Keith Mirsky, CFO of Rhino Rugby.

BC School Sports has a rich history of fostering sportsmanship and athletic excellence among its member schools. With 455 member schools throughout the province, BCSS plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of rugby in British Columbia and their championships is one of the largest rugby events in the country with over nearly 2000 participants The partnership with Rhino Rugby will not only enhance the quality of championships but also present an exciting opportunity for student-athletes to experience rugby at its best.

Jordan Abney, Executive Director of BC School Sports, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “Our partnership with Rhino Rugby marks an exciting chapter for BC School Sports and rugby enthusiasts across the province. The Comet Match Ball is a testament to Rhino’s commitment to innovation and
quality in the sport. This collaboration will undoubtedly further elevate our incredible championships and create a lasting impact on the school rugby community.”

As part of the partnership, BC School Sports members will benefit from special discounts on select Rhino products, ranging from Rugby Balls and Scrum Caps to Technical Training Equipment. This initiative aligns with Rhino Rugby’s vision of providing athletes with top-notch gear and fostering a sense of unity
within the rugby community.

For more information about Rhino Rugby and its range of innovative rugby products, visit www.RhinoRugby.com. To stay updated on BC School Sports events and initiatives, please visit www.BCSchoolSports.ca.

About Rhino Rugby:
For over 40 years, Rhino Rugby has been the go-to brand for top rugby athletes worldwide, offering high-quality equipment, balls, and apparel that embody the core values of rugby – toughness, reliability, integrity, heritage, and team spirit. Rhino Rugby proudly serves renowned universities, clubs, professional teams, and international squads, standing as a symbol of excellence in the
rugby world.

About BC School Sports:
BC School Sports is an organization of over 450 public and independent member schools in British Columbia. It is the governing body for school sport and coordinates and delivers opportunities with our member schools for interschool competitions in 18 activities to over 117,000 student-athletes each
year. BCSS delivers 61 provincial championships each year to over 16,000 student-athletes, recognized as the pinnacle of interscholastic competition.

Sir John Franklin soars to victory in Wade Hamer Challenge Cup

by James McCarthy November 16, 2023

If you drove past the Multiplex on Wednesday afternoon, you knew exactly what was going on judging by the amount of cars in the parking lot.

If you drove past and didn’t know, it was only the biggest day of the hockey season in Yellowknife.

The 39th Wade Hamer Challenge Cup once again emanated from the barn on the corner of Kam Lake Road and Woolgar Avenue featuring the Sir John Franklin Falcons and St. Pat’s Irish once again doing battle for the right to put the trophies on display in their respective schools for the next 12 months.

And those trophies will be going to Sir John Franklin as the Falcons won both the girls and boys games by identical scores of 4-1 each.

The girls game was first up and it was essentially the Emma Carey Show as the Falcons captain scored all four goals to lead her team to victory.

Carey said she knew St. Pat’s wouldn’t go down without a fight.

“They have so many amazing girls,” she said. “I thought we were running for our lives at some points.”

The opening few minutes of the game saw both teams have decent chances with neither dominating at that point. Carey’s first goal came courtesy of a blast that beat St. Pat’s goaltender Alexana Kapraelian. She followed that up a few minutes later to give the Falcons a 2-0 at the intermission.

They would double that lead with two quick goals near the midway point of the second period before Zoey Remo of St. Pat’s scored with around two minutes left to make things interesting.

The Falcons definitely had the advantage between the pipes with Ellie Loutitt backstopping the eventual winners, but Kapraelian didn’t embarrass herself by any stretch as she came up with several really good saves to keep her team in it.

“Ellie’s our rock, she’s amazing, she brought this home for us,” said Carey,

This was Carey’s last game as she’s graduating this coming summer and she said she’ll miss it big time.

“I’m gonna miss the girls, miss the team, everything,” she said.

The boys game started out much the same as the girls game in terms of the feeling-out process, but not too many chances in the early going. That was until Sir John’s Braden Brenton fired one past Irish goaltender Jackson Bowden to give the Falcons the early lead midway through the first period. Hayden Murray would make it 2-0 on the power-play as he rifled a shot from the left face-off circle over Bowden’s shoulder.

From there, it was all Sir John as they were able to stop almost every bit of pressure St. Pat’s could throw their way, though the Irish were able to break Spencer Miller’s shutout with less than a minute to go in the game.

Sir John coach Peter Curran said the Falcons’ game plan was all about puck pressure.

“We knew they had some big horses that they would bring on the rush and regroups,” he said. “We anticipated and focused on pressuring them in a few areas. Our regroup defence was forcing bad passes and they were really stepping up. With all due respect, they had a tough time getting going and we were just throwing the puck back in deep. It’s twice as hard to play in your own end.”

Curran also said he knew all it would take was to get one past Bowden and things would start to move.

“I was looking at the shots on goal and I was telling the boys to just stay with it,” he said. “We had to turn the zone time into shots on net and if we could get one (goal), we’d be getting three, maybe four. We were really owning the puck below the hash marks and it took some perfect shots to beat Jackson.”

So what does it all mean? It means Sir John Franklin retains the girls trophy and regained the boys trophy for the sweep.

Curran said there will be an added expense because of it, but he’s alright with it.

“The extra money we’re going to have to spend to get two 2023 plates for the trophies is all worth it,” he said.

PEISAA 2023 SENIOR A and AA VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONSHIP SPONSORED BY MIKASA

NBIAA/ASINB 2023 FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

AAA 9 A-Side Championship Game Saturday November 11, 2023 2:00PM

Rothesay High School vs Simonds High School

AAA 12 A-Side Championship Game Saturday November 11, 2023 6:00PM

Fredericton High School 9-16 Riverview High School

BCSS 2023 Field Hockey Championships

BCSS 2023 Girls Field Hockey Participants

OFSAA is very pleased to announce a new partnership with Baron as the Official Ring supplier of OFSAA championships and festivals.

The partnership between OFSAA and Baron Championship Rings signifies a shared vision to honour and celebrate the accomplishments of student-athletes within the Province.

“OFSAA is very pleased and eager to begin this new partnership with Baron,” said Nicole Clarke, Assistant Director of OFSAA.  “We are certain that Baron will provide superior championship rings deserving of the achievements of our student-athletes and coaches. We are grateful for Baron’s support.”  

“Baron is thrilled to support OFSAA as a Partner, this holds a significant place in our portfolio as a deep-rooted Canadian organization, based in Ontario.” said President of Baron, Drina Baron-Zinyk.

About Baron® Championship Rings:

As a Championship-focused brand, Baron® Championship Rings is relentlessly committed to designing and crafting superior story-driven products. Our mission is to create and deliver Championship Rings that embody the journey, moment, and legacy of our high school, college, and pro-market clients. Our People are the cornerstone of our success. We are dedicated to providing a positive and supportive work environment that fosters growth, development, and innovation. 

We believe that when our employees thrive, so do our customers and partners. Our Process is designed to ensure that every Championship Ring we create is of the highest quality, from start to finish. We employ a meticulous approach to every step of the process, from design to production to delivery. 

This attention to detail and commitment to excellence is what sets us apart.

Our Product is more than just a Championship Ring; it symbolizes achievement and excellence. 

We take pride in creating Championship Rings that are not only visually stunning but also represent the hard work and dedication of the teams and individuals who earn them.

www. baronrings.com

OFSAA is thrilled to announce a new partnership between OFSAA and Worldplay. Worldplay is now “The Official Live Streaming Service Partner of OFSAA.”

This partnership will bring online video streaming services to OFSAA indoor team championships, managed using the Vidflex™ video platform. This service will enable live streaming on mobile devices, tablets, and desktops. It’s a flexible Pay-Per-View subscription model that ensures a shared revenue venture for both parties.

But it’s more than just streaming; this partnership provides an opportunity for Worldplay and OFSAA to train and support students and teachers in the online video production process, enhancing the viewing experience for fans.

Moreover, OFSAA will use this partnership to offer development resources to athletes, coaches, and referees through full-game On-Demand video downloads during and after the championships.

In addition, every member school will have the ability to live stream their school tournaments and events on their own channel using the OFSAA video platform.

Get ready to catch all the live basketball and volleyball action on the new OFSAA-branded streaming platform, live.ofsaa.on.ca, starting from November 23rd to 25th!

About Vidflex™:
Vidflex™ is a Worldplay service dedicated to providing the best online streaming solution for sports organizations across Canada. We specialize in streaming championships and league games. When you sign up with Vidflex™, you gain access to a custom-branded live streaming platform. We operate on a shared revenue model, ensuring a professional and seamless streaming experience for OFSAA and its fans.

www.vidflex.com