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Contributor’s Corner SportsXpress Magazine is proud to be partners with some of the best sports and fitness professionals in Durham Region. Each issue of our magazine features articles and stories that are written by local experts. For 2015 we want to give our readers a better idea of who are Jeff Roux contributing writers are BPE, TSCC-L3, and how they became CSCS Director Twist Conditioning Whitby involved in sports. The first person that we are going to profile is Jeff Roux, Director of Sport Conditioning at Twist Sports Conditioning in Whitby. Jeff has been a valuable contributor to SportsXpress Magazine since our launch issue in 2012 and has provided his expertise on a wide range of health and fitness topics. How did you first get involved in sports? I always loved sports, games and being active. I grew up playing competitive volleyball and rep baseball, most school sports and every intramural sport as well as being outside 80% of the time as a kid. I was heavily involved in School Athletic Council and did a daily sports report on the announcements relaying varsity team and intramural results complete with highlights and nicknames for all the athletes. I have always been game to try anything and became an athlete who was good at most sports but excelled at none. I played volleyball at a high club level through University and have continued to play in the SMVA since returning to Ontario. Through University I became more interested in individual sports such as squash, cycling and swimming as well as outdoor activities such as biking/mountain biking, trail running, and skiing. How did begin your career in the fitness industry? Following University I spent 6 months in Australia and then moved to London ONT to begin my career in the Fitness Industry. At that time (1992) Personal Training was only for Movie Stars and the very rich so I became a pioneer of Personal Training at the club I was working for. One of my first athlete clients was former Oshawa Generals Goaltender Jeff Hackett who was now in the NHL and trying to break through with the New York Islanders. Working with Jeff quickly helped me understand the diverse needs of an pro athlete and the specific needs of a goalie. We worked together every day for 3 consecutive summers while he moved from NYI, to San Jose, to Chicago and then Montreal. This was the beginning of my understanding the needs and demands of working with an athlete, the kind of commitment they needed to make to their off-season development and the unique needs they had from a training perspective. What did you do in the fitness world before Twist? In 1994 I moved to BC and stayed there until 2007. I managed a Boutique Personal Training studio for 5 years before taking over as Personal Training Coordinator at the Hollyburn Country Club in West Vancouver and helping to develop a more structured Health and Fitness

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Program as well as an Athlete Development program for the various sports and athletes at the club. A few of our young athletes have gone on to become very successful athletes including some young tennis and badminton players, and hockey players Morgan Reilly (Toronto Maple Leafs) and Griffin and Max Reinhart (talented Family!) that I had the pleasure of working with as well. Is your family involved in sports? In 2001 I married my amazing wife Erin and we had our first daughter in 2003 and the second in 2006. Both kids are great little athletes and have a ton of positive, creative energy and ability. Charlotte (11) found her passion at the bran riding horses at Heartland Equestrian a few hours each week and Lola (8) trains 11 hours per week with Gemini Gymnastics working towards her first competitions this Spring. Together we love to play outside, ski, go on hikes with our dog and hang out as a family as much as possible. As a parent I am grateful for these years because I know that when the teenage years come I will not be so lucky to have all this time together. How did you first become connected to Twist Sport Conditioning? During all of this time I had a strong connection with Peter Twist, President and founder of Twist Conditioning and became involved with them as a part-time coach but mainly as a contributor, presenter and writer for the Twist Education Team. I worked with many elite athletes from a variety of sports and activities along the way, with the majority coming from the world of High Performance hockey and soccer. We created content and certifications for a variety of Athlete Conditioning courses and have continued to work together on various writing and education projects along the way. In that time the opportunity arose to return to Ontario with my family, bring our kids closer to their Grandparents and begin a new venture in Whitby with the Twist Conditioning Centre. What is the philosophy of Twist Sport Conditioning in Whitby? We have worked hard to grow our connection to the community and build the confidence and trust of people of all ages and skill levels in the Durham Region. I firmly believe that everyone is an athlete, everyone can move better, everyone get stronger and continue to improve their performance in their sport and in their lives. It is my ongoing commitment to continue to teach, coach and educate athletes of all ages and levels to keep striving for more from themselves, and from the people around them. I have an amazing team of coaches in our Twist Family to help accomplish this every day. I feel so lucky to be able to come to work every day and “play” in the world of health fitness and performance and be surrounded by such a great group of people. When I am not at Twist you can still find me playing volleyball, riding one of my bikes, running/snowshoeing on the Durham Trails with my dog or skiing and hanging out with my family.

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The Vikings Want You to Join Our Rugby Family – 2015 Vikings Registration For this season the Vikings are looking for new players of all ages and skill levels to join our club. The Vikings teams range from Under 6 Flag Rugby to Senior Men’s and Women’s. Registration has started for all the Vikings teams and practices will start in late spring. In 2015 all registrations will be done online and will take place between January and May of 2015. Fees and registration details are posted on the Vikings website at www.vikingsrugby.ca or call 905-925-2453 for more information.

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Vikings’ Player Profile: Carson Young Story by Dallas Knowles

14 year-old Carson Young has taken the rugby world by storm over the past few years and he just got the chance to compete in one of the premier rugby sevens tournaments in Las Vegas. Carson, who plays his club rugby with the Oshawa Vikings, was the youngest player on the

Ontario U16 Blues team and had the chance to play against some of the best American school and club teams as well as other Canadian teams from British Columbia, and Alberta. “It was incredible to see how big Rugby 7s is becoming. The best part was the atmosphere, everyone in Las Vegas was

there for the Rugby. I love that feeling,” said Carson. Team Ontario ended up placing third out of ten teams in the tournament that took place from February 12-14th. Carson has also had a very successful run with the Vikings since he started playing rugby six years ago. He won a provincial title with the U12 Vikings in 2012 and was a provincial finalist with the U14 Vikings in 2013. He also played for the Ontario Blues U15’s in 2014 and was part of the U14 Blues team that won the National Festival in Vancouver where he was named the Most Improved Forward. With all of his recent success in Vegas, Carson is looking forward to playing again for the Vikings this spring. When he is not training or on the rugby pitch Carson is also an elite wrestler with Team Impact in Pickering and plays rep soccer with the Oshawa Kicks while remaining an honor roll student in school. Carson was joined in Las Vegas by fellow Vikings Christina Branch and Julia Schell who played for the U18 Ontario Junior Storm and Erich Milne and Zack White who played for the U18 Ontario Junior Blues. This entire group of local rugby players exemplifies the high level of rugby talent and competition that exists in Durham Region both at the school and club level.

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Super-Elite Football Durham Region March Break Camp Super-Elite is pumped to be coming to Durham Region, the week of March 16th to 20th, 2015. Super-Elite is excited to present this experience of a lifetime for aspiring young football players to be coached by current CFL players. Durhamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s young football players can take their game up a notch this March Break, with an impressive list of instructors in town for a non-contact Super Elite Football Camp. Toronto Argos wide receiver Natey Adjei, Winnipeg Blue Bombers Defensive Back Shea Pierre, will be on hand to coach the kids at the Durham camp, which will be held at Oshawa Civic, 99 Thorton Rd S. The camp (no equipment required) works on the fundamentals, improving football knowledge and athleticism through positionspecific drills. The first camp, six years ago, had 53 kids and has blossomed into a program that will teach about 1,200 kids at 13 camps this year.

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Camp runs every day from March 16th to March 20th from 10:00am - 4:00pm for only $249 (*early drop off and pick up available) More specifically: - Instruction from top CFL players - Low player-to-coach ratio - Swimming - Exclusive Super Elite tee - Ages: 7-14 - 10am to 4pm - Early drop off and pickup available For more information or to register, go to: Nick Burns Super Elite Football 647-240-0626 nick@ superelitefootball.com, www.Superelitefootball.com or Vanessa Dolan Hawkeyes Football 416-684-3790 gmvanessa@hawkeyes.ca.

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#aColours: 4C On the weekend of January 30-February Bleed: have the same family commitment made 40 years ago n/a principles and still the same 416-323-3282 1st the Oshawa Church Hockey League’s great local n/a support. As I leafed through by Dave’s father Bill who attended every Safety/Live: (OCHL) annual Heritage Tournament each year I was inspired by what I found. heritage since its inception PMS in 1975 to 2003. PMS File Built at: 100% (1:1) Celebrated its 40th anniversary. The Familiar names from INK DENSITY NEWSPAPER: 240Players INK DENSITY FOR MAGAZINE: 300 tournament began in 1975 withFOR 10 teams then to now. and has now expanded to 80 teams who who are now coaches, compete for 11 different championship players who have gone banners. The theme of this year’s on to successful hockey tournament was Play, Endure, and Inspire. careers like Eric Lindros who participated in To celebrate the 40th anniversary OCHL 1980s. Executives executive member Jill St. John was given the names from past to task of looking through 40 years of Heritage present their children Tournament articles and programs to share and grandchildren, the rich history of the event. When she volunteers and families opened the first program it explained “The that are still involved success of the tournament depends on the today,” said St. John. sportsmanship of all participants,” which is

the same focus of the tournament 40 years later. “I was astounded that our program is still the same. Four decades later we still

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The Lady Blue Knights annual ‘Spring into Lax’ clinic will be held on Saturday March 21st. Due to the overwhelming popularity of this event, the Lady Blue Knights have increased the field sizes to accommodate the record number of girls wanting to get sticks in their hands before the official start to the field lacrosse season. Last year, close to 100 house league and rep girls attended one of two sessions with a goal to improving their personal skill set whether they were first time ever players or rep players looking to improve their performance in time for tryouts. Similar to last year, instructors will include surprise guests to share their knowledge and their enthusiasm. Last year, surprise guests included 2013 Team Canada Players Janaye Dzikewich and Katie Guy. Players can expect to leave with a big smile on their face and some new skills and abilities ready to start the season. This is an exceptional way to prepare for tryouts that take place at the Oshawa Civic Field House between March 30th and April 9th, 2015. For additional information including tryout dates, coaching announcements, House League start up dates and to register for “Spring into Lax” or the upcoming season please visit the Lady Blue Knights website at www.ladyblueknights.ca.

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Leading Through Adversity By: Courtney Pope Photo Credit: Al Fournier

Some may say it’s a dog-eat-dog world out there, but if you’re a Ridgeback, it’s quite the opposite. Twenty-year-old Kylie Bordeleau, captain of the University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Ridgebacks women’s soccer team, knows this all too well after facing adversity this past season and coming out a winner – with the help of her teammates. September 24, 2014 started out just like any other day for Bordeleau. She attended class in the morning then was off to practice for the afternoon. When 5 p.m. rolled around, Bordeleau went home, showered and settled down on her couch with her boyfriend and friends to play a few video games. However, things took a turn for the worst when shortly after 6 p.m., someone was frantically knocking on her door. “We ignored it at first since we always have friends coming and going through the house,” says Bordeleau. “We thought that they would just let themselves in, but they didn’t stop knocking so I went and answered the door and that’s when I realized something wasn’t right.” Much to her surprise, she opened the door to find a woman yelling that their house was on fire. Not being able to process the situation, Bordeleau and her friends grabbed their car keys and hurried out of the house. She remembers the heat she felt as they fled, and how shocked she was to see that the roof of their house was already up in flames. Soon after the emergency response team arrived, a few members of the Ridgebacks women’s soccer team that live down the street – Jaime Ryan, Michelle Mammoliti and Jessica Mithrush – brought pizza and water, and even offered Bordeleau a place to stay for the night. As a result of the fire, Bordeleau’s house was deemed unsafe and had extensive water and fire damage to the roof and upper floor, causing her to lose all of her possessions and have to take up residence in a downtown Oshawa hotel. It was found that the

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fire was started by ‘careless use of smoking articles’ from the neighbouring house. Despite all this, she was back on the field for practice the next day. As the captain, she had to keep her spirits high for practice and still fulfill her duties to the team. The Ridgebacks had started off with a good season, and Bordeleau knew they had to remain committed to being both physically and mentally ready for their upcoming games. “I was under a lot of stress,” says Bordeleau. “Trying to stay on top of my school work, figuring out a place to live and dealing with the loss of my possessions, all while trying to stay focused on my team and be the leader, was extremely hard to balance.” While others might have stumbled, Bordeleau took on the challenge and dealt with it for her team. Just three days after the fire, she was back on the field, ready to face the Queen’s Gaels. She provided an uplifting spirit to her team, despite personal problems and used her anger and emotional distress to fuel her determination to beat the Gaels. In the end, the Ridgebacks came

out victorious to keep their undefeated streak intact. Despite her setback, Bordeleau continues to focus on her studies in Health Sciences and upholding team commitments. Since the fire, other Ridgeback team members, even from the men’s soccer team, have lent a helping hand. Upon hearing about her situation, UOIT donated textbooks and grocery gift cards to help ease her stress. Bordeleau credits the support from her professors at UOIT and her Ridgeback family for helping her get through a terrible situation. “This has been a great learning experience and has definitely made me into a stronger person,” said Bordeleau. “I no longer make excuses for myself, because I know that if I can get through that, I can get through anything – and the same applies to my team.” Later in the year, the Ridgebacks made program history by winning an OUA bronze medal and qualifying for the CIS Championship in Quebec City, where Bordeleau scored UOIT’s first goal.

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Sport Camp Opportunities at Durham College By Ken Babcock, Director of Athletics & Recreation, Durham College

If you are looking for a great way for your child to spend time this summer, you need to look no further than the award-winning Durham College (DC) Summer-Sports Camp program. Geared primarily towards children (ages 7 to 12), the program offers an array of weeklong sports camps and some programs for ages 13 to 17 as well. Just choose your sport and your week(s)! Launched in 1987, the DC program is the longest-running summer sports camp program in the Durham Region. It began with basketball but, over the years, many more sports have been added so you now can choose from nine different sports camps: basketball, volleyball, badminton, soccer, baseball, softball, tennis, the popular multi-sport camp and, our newest addition, floorball. Our focus continues to be on providing an enjoyable and memorable learning sports

experience, while keeping the program affordable. The registration fee for the camps has not changed in more than a decade, yet we still offer the same first-class camp experience! One of the terrific things about our camps is the state-of-the-art facilities we use. This 100,000 square foot Campus Recreation & Wellness Centre (CRWC) is home to the indoor sport camps and features the best equipment and gymnasium space you’ll find anywhere in Ontario. Unlike other sports camps offered in the community, the CRWC is fully air-conditioned – a tremendous bonus during hot weather. Our outdoor facilities are also some of the best in the province and include Vaso’s Field (soccer camp), DC Field (baseball/softball) and the air-conditioned Campus Tennis Centre. Campers will also experience what a wonderful campus Durham College and UOIT

is during their week with us. While our facilities are impressive, it is the quality of our camp staff that makes our program exceptional. Our experienced and certified coaches ensure every week is full of learning, skill development and, of course, fun. Our staff also includes senior members of Durham College varsity teams who add a great deal of enthusiasm. Over the last 25 years, our program has been named best in Durham Region by Parent Magazine on multiple occasions. If you’d like your child to learn new skills, make new friends, gain self-confidence and, most of all, have fun, then one of our camps is the place to be between July 8 and the third week of August. (Lunch plans are also available.) For more information visit www. campusrecreationcentre.com.

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All camp fees are $160 per week for a full day camp. Camps are held at the Durham College Oshawa Campus. BADMINTON Ages 7 to 15 Week 1 – August 10 to 14 BASEBALL Week 1 – July 6 to 10 Week 2 – July 13 to 17 BASKETBALL Week 1 – July 6 to 10 Week 2 – July 13 to 17 Week 3 – July 20 to 24 Week 4 – August 4 to 7 ($128)

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Travel to Europe as part of an ELITE hockey team competing in an ELITE event. Contact Jamie Hale for more information at jhale@legacyglobalsports.com

Selects Hockey Development is looking for qualiﬁed AAA Hockey Players to participate in an elite European hockey event Tours take place July 24 through August 2, 2015. Reserve your spot today! Boys 2000, 2001 and 2002’s traveling to Stockholm, Sweden with three nights in Finland.

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POWER EDGE PRO SUMMER JUNIOR PROGRAM Mohawk Warrior Hockey is a certified Power Edge Pro Instruction company. We are hosting a 10 week program this summer for OHL and Junior A players. This high tempo workout will have players working on balance, agility, east to west movement and quick feet, all while carrying a puck to maximize puck control in game situations. The Power Edge Pro small area resistance training is by far the best training system available today and is used by NHL and CHL teams and players.

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Events MARCH BREAK SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Mohawk Warrior Hockey will be hosting March Break skates at the Legends Centre in Oshawa, ON Pad 2. These skates will feature Power Edge Pro skills development. www.poweredgepro.com. This is your opportunity to train with the most revolutionary on ice system available today. This is true skills development for players. We focus on small area resistance training for today’s game. We focus on Skills vs. Drills.

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Creating the Perfect Training Mixtape By: Jeff Roux, B.P.E.; CSCS; TSCC-Gold

When I was in High School and University I was the King of making Mixtapes. I made them for girlfriends, I made them for friends, I made them for my family and of course, I made them for me. They became the soundtrack of my workouts, my days and my life. They were personal, creative, specific, and full of surprises. In the age before digital files, iTunes and internet radio, a true Mixtape took careful planning, research and ingenuity to hunt down and attain the music you wanted as well as my secret ingredient; the sound

bytes, movie quotes and comedy bits that always came between the songs. I couldn’t have dead air. As technology advanced the art of making a Mixtape became easier, digital files were easy to access and the speed of the process was accelerated. Soon the Playlist was born and the world was cursed with a new element of musical bastardization; Shuffle (a.k.a musical and artistic chaos). This is the kind of Anarchy the Sex Pistols, the Clash and the Ramones applauded but even they would be appalled to know they were being thrown in a Vitamix and randomly blended with Bieber, Nickleback and (insert famous Country Song here) into a musical smoothie recipe that just does not go together. Please note I am not intending to judge for actual musical taste, I am simply making a point about keeping things in a proper order. I am sure Justin, Chad and Blake would prefer their recipe was more consistent within their own genre of Pop, Rock and Country as well. Perhaps the people of Sesame Street said it best when they posed the philosophical question: “One of these things is not like the others, One of these things just doesn’t belong, Can you tell which thing is not like the others By the time I finish my song?” When it comes to creating training programs the world has devolved in a similar fashion. Where once we had to research, create and design specific details, drills and exercises for each person, the world of the internet has opened a world of opportunities for people to hunt down random drills and challenge themselves beyond

their capabilities. Anyone can take a database of exercises put them on shuffle, turn the volume up to 11. Do they really expect to create a cohesive, productive outcome? Training involves structure, progression and purpose to produce results. Exercise science has evolved and we know much more about accomplishing a wide range of physiological and biomechanical outcomes but the Human body’s needs and the pathway to attain them remain the same. Establish foundational strength and conditioning levels, develop and progress fundamental movement patterns, mobility and stability and then progress to more complex functional and specific athletic strength, movement and performance parameters. The continuum is based on building better, more functional and more athletic humans with programming that focuses on individual athleticism, training experience, goals, needs and issues, not on chronological age or sport specialization.

This is Your Jam Much like a killer Mixtape deserves to be consumed from start to finish so that all of the nuances and details can be taken in together, quality Human Performance is absolutely a result of the sum of its parts. A purposeful training program is not about maximizing metabolic intensity in every training session with a random workout of the day, it is about how these daily training sessions come together over time to develop a body that works well for whatever the individual goals may be. So many training classes and programs are built around this shuffle style of High Intensity Training that basically become random acts of fitness vs. a structured, purposeful, creative training plan. Putting the proper elements in the proper order within a long term, progressive plan and doing so with some flair, creativity and fun

Jeff Roux: Director of Sport Conditioning, Twist Conditioning Centre Whitby — Coach Roux’s background boasts a wide range of

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healthandfitness Learn The question that every athlete must consider when performing any exercise or drill is simple, why? Why; am I choosing this particular exercise? Why; am I doing a specific number of sets and repetitions? Why; am I changing the tempo and speed of a specific movement? Every exercise and drill should be considered in the context of either being a smart choice or just a sexy one, thought up by a trainer or coach or downloaded from You Tube for the purpose of maxing intensity without consideration for biomechanical technique, physiological needs, or sport/functional life demands.

is the true combination of art and science that great coaches understand.

heart and lungs to adapt to a variety of conditioning intervals and intensities.

Move

Movement will help you perform better in sport and in life.

Whether you are an elite athlete or a stay at home mom, everyone can benefit from moving better and improving functional and athletic mobility, maximizing joint stability and enhancing the ability to run, jump, skate, ski, hike, garden, and just play with your kids. As individuals get older, move less, sit more and spend more time ensuring the kids make it to their practices and games than making time for their own strength and conditioning, the ability to move well is inhibited. Injuries and movement dysfunctions begin to settle in and many people put off finding ways to get moving well again. People need to actually move in order to move better. Movement is simply about taking muscles through a full, functional range of motion and expanding that range of motion. It is about stabilizing the joints to handle deceleration and direction changes without injury. It is about developing explosive muscle firing patterns to accelerate quickly and change gears efficiently. It is about developing a variety of energy systems from short burst anaerobic to long duration endurance. Movement challenges your body to stop and go and challenges your

Why; challenge physical limits of strength, speed and endurance without a proper plan, big picture perspective and clear path to specific personal objectives and goals? Like a Killer Mixtape every training program and every training session should be personal, creative, specific, fun, and full of surprises. Otherwise all you have is a bunch of random exercises and drills on shuffle.

Jeff Roux Bio: Jeff is the Director of Sport Conditioning for the Twist Conditioning Centre in Whitby. His training philosophies are based on an model of long term development and age and skill appropriate training programs that promote physical literacy and athleticism and inspire a passion for fitness and conditioning for life. Coach Roux’s background boasts a wide range of experience coaching everyone from professional and elite level athletes to active adults, weekend warriors and youth development programs. He has personally trained and directed programs for hundreds of elite athletes from a variety of sports including the National Women’s Soccer team, hockey players from the NHL to minor hockey and more “fringe” sport athletes such as National level snowboarders, sailors and volleyball players. His passion for teaching, coaching and motivating athletes of all ages and levels helps drive the culture and coaching team at Twist Whitby.

Lift It is exciting to see strength training making a resurgence over the past few years and to see adults and athletes alike get excited about getting stronger. One thing that people must realize when it comes to training strength is that moving load is in itself a movement skill and there are many elements that must come together to execute strength training technique besides moving weight up and down. If you cannot perform a movement properly in the first place and you load it and try to move it when it is heavier, injury is inevitable. Athletes must be able to execute proper movement patterns and muscle firing patterns in order to get stronger. Guys love training the beach muscles (biceps chest) but don’t spend enough time training the stabilizer muscles (Core, Shoulder girdle, hamstrings, Upper back) that support and leverage athletic movement and protect the body from injury. First, learn to move well, and then you can load, lift and challenge the movement.

experience coaching everyone to professional and elite level athletes and active adults, weekend warriors and youth development programs

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Ajax Wanderers RUFC: A Brief History

Submitted by Ajax Wanderers

The Ajax Wanderers Rugby Club can lay claim to being the founding club for rugby in post-war Ontario. Started by a group of English immigrants who missed their favourite sport from back home in 1949, the club originally had no similar opposition to compete against. The early years saw games against the University of Toronto and McGill University. The Toronto Nomads, Aurora Barbarians, Irish Canadians and to a lesser extent the Brantford Harlequins all owe their existence to those early Wanderers. Once a league was in place the Wanderers became immediately successful winning several provincial championships in the late 1950s. Developing players to play on the provincial, national and international stage has always been a priority and the Wanderers have provided players to the Canadian national team almost from its beginnings with John Ackerly representing his country in 1971. That tradition has continued through the years with the likes of Scott Mackinnon and David Moonlight who was a long time captain of the Canadian National 7s team, and most recently John Moonlight who has represented Canada on both the 15 and 7s teams. Ajax Wanderers is a dynamic and growing club and not all of the clubs success is buried in the past. The club last won the Ontario Senior Men’s championship in 1998, a decade which also saw the women’s team as the dominant force in the province with a large contingent moving up to play for the women’s national team. In recent years the Wanderers have again been seeing great success winning both the Marshall Provincial 1st division championship in 2012 and 2nd division championship 2012 and 2014.” The club is currently experiencing an upswing in its fortunes both for individuals and as an organization. With one of the best facilities in the province, and a continual stream of up and coming players, the club continues to provide players to Ontario and Canada. As mentioned, John Moonlight is a current member of the Men’s National Program and several Wanderers have recently represented their country at U17 and U20 level.

Ajax Wanderers Today The Ajax Wanderers Rugby Club actively promotes the game of rugby and its values and traditions that stress team play, pride in oneself and the community and a healthy life style through the development of lifelong social, emotional and physical skills. The Ajax Wanderers Rugby Club provides opportunities and programs for youth, regardless of age, gender or economic hardship, to participate in safe, organized and competitive rugby at the community, provincial and national levels.

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Any and all levels of players are welcome at the Wanderers club. The current program includes teams in the following age groups; • • • • • • • • •

Under 8 – Co-ed – Non Contact (flag rugby) Under 10 – Co-ed – Non Contact (flag rugby) Under 12 – Co-ed – Contact Under 14 Boys Under 16 Boys Under 18 Boys Under 18 Girls Senior Men Senior Women

Registration Interesting in playing rugby for the Ajax Wanderers? Wanderers welcome players of all ages and skill levels to join our club. Children as young as 6 years of age can play on our flag rugby teams and we continue to offer playing opportunities for all ages into your golden years! All registration is done online this year, and information and fees can be found on our website:

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DURHAM COLLEGE LORDS Lords and Ridgebacks hosting 4th Annual Charity Cup Soccer teams do battle March 24 at 6 p.m.

The Durham College Lords and University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT) Ridgebacks soccer players have teamed up with Their Opportunity to host the 4th Annual Charity Cup. On Tuesday, March 24 at 6 p.m., both UOIT and Durham College men’s and women’s soccer teams will face each other in an organized exhibition indoor soccer match. The entertaining game provides a fun night for not only the students and the community, but also brings funding and awareness to Their Opportunity, a charitable organization that enables low-income families in the community to enrol their children in minor sports. Both soccer teams at Durham College and UOIT have been actively involved in the planning of the Charity Cup and have also taken the lead role in the promotional

activities around the campus. In the weeks leading up to the event, the captains, as well as a few players, will be stationed around the campus offering popcorn by donation in an effort to provide awareness for Their Opportunity. As for the Charity Cup itself, admission is a suggested donation of $2 and fans will have an opportunity to enjoy free popcorn and a chance to win prizes. The partnership between Their Opportunity and the soccer programs at Durham College and UOIT is DC men’s volleyball finished OCAA perfect, as both programs have been conference play with an 18-0 record avid contributors in the community by promoting and enabling children to participate in sports. The actions demonstrated by the soccer teams are fitting to the mission of Their Opportunity, in which children can develop character, social skills and an active lifestyle through sport.

INSIDE THE NUMBERS INSIDE THE NUMBERS

18 - Number of wins the men’s volleyball team had in their perfect 18-0 regular season. 49 - The Ridgebacks men’s hockey team had 49 goals in 17 first half games. 4 - The men’s volleyball team finished the OCAA regular season ranked No. 4 in the CCAA. 88.5 - UOIT women’s hockey is third in penalty kill percentage in the OUA at 88.5%.

SPOTLIGHT STUDENT-ATHLETE

Ajax’s Lindsay Panchan won the CCAA scoring title with 25.0 PPG

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Sport: Men’s Basketball Program: Protection and Security Investigation Hometown: Toronto, Ont. High School: Senator O’Connor What do you like most about playing for Durham College? The support of the fans and athletic department, plus all the involvement of the community. It all makes my experience special and I would not trade it for anything.

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George Matsusaki was named the OCAA men’s volleyball coach of the year

UOIT RIDGEBACKS Nystrom steps down as UOIT women’s hockey head coach

Karen Nystrom, centre, is pictured with assistant coaches Pete Perram and Gary Reay-Laidler.

With the UOIT women’s hockey program since its foundation in 2007 as an assistant coach and moving into the head coaching role, Karen Nystrom has been a constant leader guiding the program through tremendous growth. Following her six seasons as head coach that concluded on Saturday night, Nystrom has made the decision to step down from the coaching ranks in order to spend more time with her family. “It is with mixed emotions, I step down as head coach of the UOIT Ridgeback hockey program,” said Nystrom. “It was a very difficult decision, however is right for me personally and the program. I became a coach because I wanted to give back to a sport that brought so much to my life and to positively affect player’s lives as like my coaches did. Over my eight years with the program, I can only hope I made a positive

difference the player’s life; on and off the ice and played a key role in contributing to a great student-athlete experience at UOIT. I am so unbelievably proud to have been a builder of this program, for putting the program on the map in the OUA/CIS and for the progressive milestones achieved.” With her impressive resume, Nystrom was a natural fit on the Ridgebacks inaugural coaching staff alongside head coach Gary Pitcher as the university introduced varsity hockey. “I want to thank coach Nystrom for her commitment and dedication that she gave to the program over the past eight seasons,” said Scott Barker, Manager of Intercollegiate Athletics. “I have tremendous respect for how she has built this program into a contender. I am excited to see the success of the next chapter thanks in part to the foundation and student-athlete culture that

Karen has created.” After serving two years as an assistant, Nystrom took over the program prior to the 2009 season and the team’s success went on the rise. Having only combined for four victories in the program’s first two seasons, Nystrom recorded 63 wins behind the bench over the next six years. In 2014, the team set a program high for victories as they finished the year with a 17-12-1 record. Under her leadership, the Ridgebacks qualified for the playoffs in back-to-back seasons (2013, 2014) but were never able to pull out a victory in the postseason despite going to overtime twice. “Words cannot express my sincere appreciation to the coaching staff that have supported me throughout my tenure with the program; great experience and talent, wonderful people and now, life-long friends,” said Nystrom. “I am excited for the next chapter in my life and spending the needed time with my partner, family and friends. I will always be appreciative of my time and experience at UOIT. ‘How lucky am I to have had something that makes saying goodbye so hard.’ I will always bleed blue.” Nystrom’s student-athletes were named OUA all-stars or CIS major award winners five times, including Jill Morillo being named a CIS All-Canadian and the Marian Hilliard Award in 2012. Academic success was also a priority for her players as 11 were named CIS All-Canadians. Prior to joining the UOIT coaching staff, Nystrom was a member of the Canadian National team for almost a decade. In her career with Team Canada, she won three World Championship titles (1992, 1994 & 1997), a 3 Nations Cup title (1996) and a Pacific Rim championship (1995). She also won an Olympic silver medal at the 1998 Winter Games in Nagano, Japan.

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Dryland Team Training meets Crossfit Submitted by Courtice Crossfit

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Comprehensive dryland team training offers a way for athletes to maximize their individual potential while boosting team success. By training as a team and making individual fitness gains, team cohesiveness is also improved.

respiratory endurance, stamina, strength, flexibility, power, speed, agility, balance, co-ordination and accuracy. An assortment of exercises is carefully selected to build on each aspect of fitness and is designed to transfer onto the sporting field.

Dryland team training at Courtice CrossFit begins with a team evaluation. Once the evaluation is completed an individualized program is developed, which caters directly to the needs and goals of the team. Just as each game is never identical, each training session offers a different arrangement of exercises, reps and sets based on the 10 aspects of fitness: cardiovascular/

Certified coaches create a positive and welcoming atmosphere that is ideal for training sessions and team building. They provide personalized instruction and monitor techniques for efficiency and accuracy. By building upon these foundations of fitness, athletes can advance in every sport.

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In- and off-season training sessions are available for all types of teams. Off-season programs include Olympic and power lifting exercises to increase size, strength and speed. This is combined with high-intensity circuit training to build cardiovascular capabilities and form a well-balanced

athlete. In-season programs incorporate all of these facets with an emphasis on mobility, flexibility and recovery to ensure athletes are properly prepared for their upcoming games. While the goals are slightly different, the intensity and precise instruction remain present. While team training is an option at Courtice CrossFit, memberships are also available – a great chance for parents to get fit as well. The New Year is has started and the gym is full of opportunity to still accomplish your new year’s resolutions. Courtice CrossFit offers welcoming, structured classes for individuals who are at varying fitness levels. Whether the goal is to gain muscle, improve cardiovascular fitness or simply lose weight, anyone can benefit from these classes. All exercises and WOD’s (Workout of the Day) can be modified to cater to the level of every individual participant. WODs help create a competitive, yet

rewarding atmosphere by bringing Crossfitters together to encourage one another to achieve optimal performance. Join today and connect with other sporting families who are already benefitting from a healthy lifestyle while their kids augment their sporting potential. Registration for March Break Programs on NOW! Courtice CrossFit For inquires contact Jay Arteaga at jarteaga@courticecrossfit.com or call 905.436.0007

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2015 – 40 Years of W GSA Softball! Plans are well underway to celebrate our fortieth anniversary of providing softball for girls in Whitby and surrounding area, and we are looking forward to a busy summer! We will be starting off with a drop in, come and go evening for present and past softball coaches, executive members and sponsors. This event evening will be held on Friday, May 22, 2015 at the Durham Corporate Centre, 105 Consumers Drive, in Whitby, located at the corner of Consumers Drive and Hopkins Street. It will run from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and light refreshments will be served. Our annual Skills Day will be held the next day on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at Iroquois Park where the younger children up to Novice age will have a chance to test their skills in running, hitting and throwing. As part of our anniversary celebrations there will be other special activities this year which will give the young players a day of fun and excitement. In keeping with our annual tradition team pictures will be taken that day as well for all age categories. We are looking forward to an increase in registration this year in recognition of the forty year history of our association and the following registration dates have been established to give all girls from ages 5 to 24 an opportunity to register: •

Saturday, February 21, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Iroquois Sports Centre

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Saturday, March 7, 2015 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Brooklyn Community Centre

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Wednesday, March 18, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. at McKinney Centre

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Saturday, March 28, 2015 - Summer Sports Registration Day at McKinney Centre (10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)

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Saturday, April 4, 2015 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Whitby Recreation Centre Of course you may also register at your own convenience online by visiting our website at www.whitbygirlssoftball. com. The Whitby Girls Softball Association offers softball programs for girls from ages 5 to 24 in a fun atmosphere of age related teams in Learn to Play, Advanced Learn to Play, Mite, Squirt , Novice, Bantam and Midget categories. We also provide Select Teams in the age categories from Mite division and up for those players who want a more competitive challenge and to improve their skill levels by playing against teams from other towns. Our Association will also be hosting Select Tournaments in each of the age categories that will bring other teams to Whitby in a spirit of fun and competition.

The executive is looking forward to celebrating our 40th anniversary and welcoming back previous coaches, executive members and sponsor to reminisce about days gone by. We hope you join us for this special year!

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Todd Keirstead Local Legend Todd Keirstead has come a

recently in Italy, Spain and France, Todd has entertained and have raised thousands of dollars for different corporate, charity and celebrity golf tournaments and the response has been outstanding” said Keirstead.

Just last month he was one of the celebrities invited to play in LPGA Major Winner Brittany Lincicome Celebrity & Friends Golf Tournament to benefit the First Tee Program of St. Petersburg Florida. Standing alongside PGA, LPGA, MLB and NHL players the local guy who resides in Whitby Ontario had to pinch himself.

“I am and will always will be a sports fan and when I am able to hit golf balls for the likes of Dr. J, Marcus and Damon Allen, Bo Jackson, Joe Carter and a lot of the NHL current and past players I am like a kid reliving my hockey card collection. One of my biggest accomplishments was performing in New Orleans for the NFL Super Bowl Celebrity Classic in 2013.”

long way from shagging golf balls at Tam O’Shanter Golf Course in Scarborough Ontario as a pre-teen in lieu of rounds of golf.

Over the years, this Canadian PGA member has found his niche in the golf industry and has taken the world by storm. From working in pro shops and selling green fees to helping individuals hone their games on the lesson tee Todd is now a world class golf entertainer. Todd has been described as a true performer, doing things with golf balls normal human beings can’t even dream about. Todd merges advanced golf skills with great humor into his “Instructional Trick Shot Exhibition” that far exceeds any presentation of its kind. With his exceptional showmanship, his performance demonstrates the near impossible and unusual variations of hitting a golf ball. The one hour, fast-paced show leaves the audience electrified and energized as Todd’s skills are amazing and the assortment of shots produced with an unbelievable variety of unusual clubs is something to witness. “Throughout the years I have had the wonderful opportunity of performing the Golf with Attitude Trick Shot Instructional Entertainment Demonstration show all over the world. From deep inside the Arctic Circle to the mountains of Mexico and most

But it was a shot in which he utilized current NHL player Tyler Seguin as a human golf where Todd turned into a social media sensation. In less than a 24 hour period “The Shot” went viral with over a million and a half views and received both National and International press from The Golf Channel, TMZ, Sports Illustrated, Fox Sports, ESPN, NBC Sports, TSN and many more. This shot was later voted 2014 #1 Trick Shot by the Golf Channel. With his blend of outstanding talent, as well as humor and informative instruction, the Golf with Attitude Show is exceptional and unmistakable! Throughout the show, comedy and dialogue add to the overall enjoyment but beware; don’t think you’ll just stand there and watch - audience participation is encouraged turning it into an interactive exhibition. “I have been certified and trained to work with individuals with paralysis, amputee and multiple amputee, stroke, MS, visually impaired and post-traumatic stress disorder just to name a few through the Adaptive Golf Program in the United States. The cer-

tification not only allows me the ability to adapt a golf swing to their needs but also helps them as individuals mentally as well. This accreditation is something that I have gone above and beyond to receive and worked very hard to achieve. It is something that I am very proud of and deal with on a daily basis,” said Keirstead. “It is only recently that my eyes have been opened to an even greater purpose. With my ability to hit the golf ball in an array of unique ways, I am able to simulate every situation that is presented to individuals. With examples of hitting golf balls from my knees, wheel chairs, utilizing prosthetic limbs, blindfolded to only using one or the other side of the body, I put myself in situations that each person can relate to and show them how they can recreate a golf swing to suit their needs,” said Todd beaming. “Working with military veterans with both physical and mental situations, individuals with MS, Ceribal Palsy, Stroke, paralysis... really anyone that has lost the ability to have the “traditional golf swing” is now where my calling is. Introducing and reintroducing individuals back to the game of golf by adapting a golf swing based on their capacity gives them so much freedom and comrodarie” Todd is going to keep on delivering his comedic and inspirational message that has touched lives, young and old. It doesn’t matter how many limbs you have or which ones work, putting the ball in the hole does make people feel whole.

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Durham Junior Golf Tour Submitted by Durham Junior Tour

The Durham Junior Golf Tour is celebrating its 24th year of providing the regions premier junior golf series. The programs and goals are designed to provide our juniors with the opportunity to experience golf under tournament conditions and at the same time, the juniors are learning the Rules of Golf, building individual character, integrity, meeting new friends and developing sportsmanship. All of this, while having fun! The program runs for three months over the summer season. The tour is open to both male and female golfers, 18 years of age and younger (as of midnight August 1, 2015), who reside in our competitive region or are a member of a golf course in our competitive region.

2015 Tour Qualifier 36-Hole Championship Event May 9th / 10th

Discover your Potential Gavin MacIver and Ben Thompson joined the Durham Junior Golf Tour in 2013 and quickly established themselves as top performers. 2014 proved to be a break out year for both young golfers not only on the DJGT but also at the provincial level. Gavin captured the Uprichard Cup as the DJGT’s top juvenile golfer and the highlight of his season was his victory at the Ontario Summer Games. With rounds of 74/70/69 Gavin captured the Ontario Juvenile (U17) Championship. Ben was the tour’s top performer on route to capturing the Butler Cup. Ben claimed victory in 5 DJGT events including the Chris Karam Memorial Tour Championship and maintained the tour’s lowest scoring average. Ben also posted a top 30 finish at the Ontario Junior Championship and earned an exemption to participate in the Canadian Junior Championship. In the fall of 2015 both Gavin and Ben will be heading to the U.S. and realizing their dreams of playing NCAA golf. Gavin will be heading to Michigan to play with Lake Superior State and join DJGT alumni Zac Carson. Ben will be playing for the Newberry College Wolves in South Carolina. We look forward to seeing both Gavin and Ben back on the links this summer with the Durham Junior Golf Tour as they prepare themselves for NCAA competition.

Cost $95.00 ($125 after April 19th)

2015 Tour Membership Successful qualifiers will be eligible for tour membership at a price of $495 which includes 10 events complete with lunches, prizing for all event winners, year-end banquet, skills competition, rules seminar and much more!

2015 Webinar Series The Durham Junior Golf Tour has partnered with Jon Roy and Jeff Overholt of Golf Performance Coaches to offer a series of webinars to complement our development initiative. The webinars are geared for parents of competitive junior golfers with the goal of highlighting key areas of golf performance that is generally overlooked.

2015 Tour Schedule May 30

Devil’s Den Golf Center (Big Break DJGT & Rules Seminar)

June 7

Cedarhurst Golf Club

June 13 -14

Black Diamond Golf Club

June 25

Oshawa Golf & Curling Club

July 6

Wildfire Golf Club

July 15

Lindsay Golf & Country Club

July 22 - 23

Oakridge Golf Club

July 27

Kawartha Golf & Country Club

August 4 - 5

Timber Ridge Golf Course

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August 10

Scarboro Golf & Country Club

March 26

Preparing for the qualifier beyond the physical game!

August 16 - 17

Dalewood Golf Club (Chris Karam Memorial Tour Championships)

April 23

Competitive golf - my role as parent!

* Dates / Venues subject to change

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Importance of Strength and Conditioning for the Golf Swing By Mark Fitzgerald and

Jake Patte - PGA of Canada Professional, Coach New Competitor Certified & Head Coach

Before spring hits, now is an excellent time for Golfers, young and veteran, to begin with hip mobility and core strength, which are integral parts to an efficient golf swing. Hip mobility drives the rotation of the golf swing, while the core is responsible for maintenance of posture during the swing. Lack of mobility in the hips or being weak in the core can limit an athlete’s ability to make quality golf swings. These limitations can actually lead to the development of swing faults such as the dreaded ‘over the top’ move. With that being said, sometimes poor golf swings can be less about technique and more about physical limitations. At ETS and Geared To Golf we believe that with increased hip mobility and the strengthening of the core, you will be on your way to achieving a much faster, more repeatable golf swing! Here are a complex of exercises to gain strength & mobility in the focused areas –

1. Strength - Barbell Glute Hip Bridge/ Dynamic Glute Hip Bridge – Flat on Back/ Bar Across Hips (Use Thick Padding)/ Crush Your Grip on Bar (Grip Strength)/ Legs Bent/ Lift Toes/ Drive Hips Up/ Contract Glutes/ Lower Hips Back to Floor

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2. Core - Cable Rope Anti-Rotation Hold – ½ Kneeling Position/ Inside Knee Down/ Over Hand Grip (Again Crush)/ Hold @ Mid-Point of Body 20secs to Start/ No Rotation of the Spine 3. Mobility - ½ Kneeling Hip Flexor Stretch – Rear Foot Elevation (Comfortable Height)/ One Knee Down/ Shift Weight Forward Gently on Planted Foot/ Keep Weight on Heel/ Activation Top of Hip & Quadriceps It is imperative for ambitious golfers to seek out a professional with strength and conditioning experience in training golf athletes. Such experience will provide the golfer with the guidance to implement a training program conducive to their goals in sport. Cable Anti-Rotation

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Bruce’s Golf Rewards is a rewards program designed in memory of Bruce Summers. As a valued customer and exclusive member, you will experience the benefits of playing golf at eight of Durham Region’s finest courses. Each time you swipe your free rewards card at any of our affiliate courses, you accumulate points which can then be redeemed for a free round of golf. It’s that simple! Visit us on the Web for more information; www.Brucesgolfrewards.com

Snapshot of 2015 Mini Memberships Available at Pickering Golf Club, Stonehenge Golf Club and Winchester Golf Club New Multi Course Mini Membership Program at Lakeridge & Whispering Ridge $500.00 plus HST pre paid at beginning of 365 day package Half Price green fee off the current day Adult Rack Rate 7-Days a week on both Lakeridge and Whispering Ridge 365 Day All Access Range Package (Mini Member Only) included in Membership ($275 Value) 365 Day Access to Short Game areas and Putting Greens $500.00 rate is grandfathered for the life of the Membership when renewed $300.00 Junior Membership available for all Mini Membership purchases ($575 Value)

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PLAYER PROFILES Brendan Dunphy Brendan is a dedicated golfer driven to

get better every time he plays or practices. He loves all sports and has a very intense competitive nature to be the best at whatever he does. He has played soccer at a very high level for many years, even travelling to Europe with his rep team. He loves being active and has enjoyed success in volleyball, bas-

Madelin Boyd 10 year old Madelin Boyd

first started swinging a golf club at the age of 4 years old and after starting to regularly hit balls over the fence into the neighbor’s yard progressed she moved to the driving range and local executive courses by the age of 6. Madelin played her first tournament with the CJGA Junior Linkster program at 8 years old where she developed a love for the competitive aspect of the game. Since then, under the guidance of Jake Patte and the Geared to Golf Program, Madelin has progressed to compete in numerous regional, national and international junior events . Although fiercely competitive, Madelin will tell you that one of her favorite parts of playing in tournaments is making new friends from all over the world. Whether it be rain or shine Madelin can easily be spotted on a golf course wearing her signature look of colorful knee high socks … the taller and

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ketball, lacrosse, badminton, and cross country. Brendan loves giving back, and can often be seen refereeing on the court or the soccer pitch. Turning his focus to golf, Brendan had an incredible 2014 season excelling at both local and provincial levels. His highlight came at the U15 Ontario Bantam Championship where he finished 4th and was then selected in the fall to the Golf Association of Ontario’s York Regional Team.

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Brendan hopes to take his talents south of the border and play Division 1 NCAA golf after high school. brighter the better. Madelin aspires to one day be playing on the LPGA Tour. Outside of golf Madelin enjoys all sports in particular soccer where she plays on the Oshawa Kicks U11 girls rep soccer team.

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2013- Winner of the CJGA National Order of Merit 2013 - 1st Place, CJGA Jr. Linkster National Championship (Girls U9) 2014- US Kids Niagara Spring Tour Player of the Year 2014- 1st Place US Kids Canadian Invitational (Girls 10-11) 2014 - US Kids Niagara Fall Tour Player of the Year (Girls 10-11) 2014 - 4th Place, US Kids Seaview Open Regional Championship 2014. - Qualified for US Kids World Championships, 50th place 2014 - Best tournament score: 34 (-2), (9 Holes)

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2015 GAO York Regional Team member 2014 4th place GAO Ontario Bantam Championship 2014 3rd overall in Durham Junior Golf Tour Bantam Division 2014 Three victories on the Durham Junior Golf Tour in the bantam division 2014 Member of Sinclair’s LOSSA Championship high school golf team as a grade 9 2014 OFSAA golf participant

PRO TIPS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; INDOOR DRILLS TO GIVE YOU A HEAD START ON THE 2015 SEASON Are you tired of the cold winter weather? Are you anxious to get outside and start playing some golf? Here are some simple drills that you can do at home to give yourself a head start on the 2015 golf season! At home putting drill â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Line up your putter down an iron shaft and make practice swings, feeling your club softly scraping the shaft. This will help you to have a square putter face at and help with feeling the putter swing back and through low to the ground. Once you feel confident with this low to the ground stroke, begin making putts down a floor tile or seam into a cup. This will help with alignment and give you feedback on how well you are rolling the ball to the hole.

your forehead gently against a wall and position yourslef into proper golf set up. Next, take your left hand and cross it over top of your right hand so that the backs of your hands are touching. Now make a backswing pulling your left arm straight and folding your right arm into a backswing, ensuring that your head stays on the wall. Make your downswing and allow your head to come off the wall and turn to

and then on your downswing, feel your front leg shift up against the couch, creating a wall against the couch. As soon as you have built this wall against the couch, allow your lower body to rotate toward the target. Practice this drill and you will be well on your way to having proper weight transfer on your downswing! We believe at home drills, without the pressures that come with being on a course or range can sometimes be the best way to make positive changes. Do these drills while watching your favourite TV shows, and you will see your scores begin to improve! Please feel free to email or call me with any questions or lesson inquiries!

Thanks for reading, Jake Patte PGA of Canada Coach Geared to Golf Performance Center jake@gearedtogolf.com 905-626-1658

the target when your right shoulder passes through what would be the impact position. This drill will allow you to feel proper head movement, as well as good arm position on your backswing.

Weight transfer drill using a chair or couch.

How still should our head be during a golf swing? This is a simple simulation drill to do against a wall to practice keeping your head still. Place

This drill will help you to feel the proper lower body lateral weight shift on your downswing. With your hands back to back, stand with your left leg against the corner of a couch or chair in golf set up. Make a backswing

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GEARED TO GOLF JUNIOR LEAGUE Includes all the above and your team golf shirt, Geared logged hat and golf course access as a “Geared Junior Athlete” to Whispering Ridge during the month of May, June and July. Spots are limited to the first 48 participants. For further details please contact Jake Patte at 905-626-1658 or by email at jake@gearedtogolf.com

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Brianna Cooper Geared to Golf Coach & Athletic Team Trainer Female Athlete Specialist Brianna@GearedtoGolf.com Brianna is a native of Kincardine and completing her final year at the Illinois State University on a Full Ride Golf Scholarship, where she will graduate with a Major in Kinesiology & a Minor in Athletic Coaching.

Team… 2011 MVC Newcomer of the Year. Brianna is currently ranked 2nd in the Missouri Valley Conference in 2015 with a scoring average of 74.6, and won the Individual title at the Redbird Invitational and qualified for the U.S. Woman’s Amateur A Member of Team Ontario in New York after winning in from 2008 to 2010 Brianna a playoff in the 2014 season. enjoyed great success as a junior under the coaching of Brianna comes to Geared to Ann Carroll. In her first year Golf as our Assistant Coach at Illinois State Brianna won for the Gear programs, and the Individual Title at the Head of Athlete Nutrition 2011 Missouri Valley and Fitness while driving the Conference Championship, growth of our Newest ranking 1st in the Missouri Initiative “All Girls Golf” Valley Conference, and Gear Development Model. named to the All-Valley This program is designed to

give new to the game junior girls and aspiring competitive Junior Girls the most successful development pathway in Canada. Brianna has a passion for coaching and thrives to help our athletes develop proper training for competition while providing her expertise at our athletes highest level.

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Who’s the Shutterbug?

Close-Up of WGHA Sports Photographers PHOTO CREDIT: WHITBY GIRLS HOCKEY ASSOCIATION 2015 By Diane Sokoloski

S. David Patterson’s keen interest in photography began while creeping through the bush back in college when he had to capture nature shots and create a slide show with the results. His journey to becoming a dedicated WGHA team photographer originated in a Costco, where he took advantage of a deal on a Canon Rebel. Since then, Patterson has been his daughter Alexandra’s team photographer, videographer and will record games for any team to be used for instructional purposes. Alex frequently receives requests from her Midget teammates to get her dad to take more pictures, and he does with pleasure. Camera: Canon T3i, SLR (Single Lens Reflex) & DSLR (Digital Single Lens Reflex) Difficulties with Hockey Photos: “Lighting. I have the two lenses that came with the camera, though they are not so good in low light environments, for example some of the dark, old barns we find ourselves in.” Tip: “Invest in a good lens. Most affordable consumer cameras take good quality images. A good lens will improve your shots in low light situations. Also, if you don’t know what all the settings do on your camera, take a few lessons. You will get far more out of your camera if you can move off Auto.”

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Spray & Pray Technique: “When shooting fast moving sports, I hold the shutter button down and take 5 to 10 shots very quickly of a sequence. You will get some great shots. I use only manual settings so the flash does not deploy.” Favorite Action Shot “Oh, the humanity”: “The action in front of the net as defenders are panicking and offence is diving all over to jam the puck in.”

record any team that wants to use video to help improve game play. Patterson also offers editing services involving an app called Coach’s Eye. This allows a coach to use a tablet right on the ice and draw directly on the video to show players will get far where they should be in any given play.

You more out of your camera if you can move off Auto.

Currently Patterson is hard at work editing his pièce de résistance, a team video and he’ll give a copy Dave Patterson Patterson will keep shooting to each player on Alex’s as long as his daughter keeps team prior to the LLFHL playing hockey and he appreciates the positive Championships and Provincial Championships. feedback and excitement generated when Of course, everyone will hunker down at the parents and players view the action shots. year-end team party to view the video and Always brimming with ideas, his new venture relive those scintillating hockey moments. is called SHOOTFIRST Video, whereby he will Pass the popcorn!

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Carson Bird Goalie School is a Year Round Hockey Goalie Development School serving the GTA, Durham Region, and York Region. We work with boys and girls of all ages from Tyke to Adult and all calibers from House League to Junior. Carson Bird is the Head Instructor of Carson Bird Goalie School as well as Head of Goalie

Development for the Stouffville Clippers Minor Hockey Association, Unionville Minor Hockey Association, and the Clarington AAA Toros Hockey Association. Carson is also the Goalie Coach for the UOIT Ridgebacks CIS Men’s Hockey Team and the Clarington Eagles Junior C Hockey Team.

GOALTENDING TIPS FOR TRYOUTS 1. DON’T HIDE IN THE BACK:

Stand out and get noticed! Don’t be at the back of the line getting overlooked and forgotten

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2. DON’T OVER DO IT DURING A DRILL:

Take your share of shots then get out of the net and let the next goalie in. This will keep you to be sharp for every shot you face during the tryout ~ the last thing you want is to get beat on shots you would normally stop due to being tired

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3. NEVER GIVE UP:

Don’t ever give up on a shot! Even if you think it’s a guaranteed goal, impress by giving that extra effort to get there and at least try – continue to battle

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4. STAY POSITIVE:

Don’t worry about the goals, whether good or bad. Don’t let a coach see you get down, upset, flustered or frustrated. Impress by showing you can move past it and focus on the next shot

5. GOALIE SPECIFIC DRILLS:

When doing goalie specific drills/goalie specific skating, coaches want to see hard work, etc. but remember they are more interested on whether or not you do the drills/ movements properly as well.

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6. BE AGGRESSIVE:

Challenge and show confidence, don’t sit back in your net. Stay focused, have fun and be creative but don’t rush, be sloppy or scramble all over the place.

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Hockey Tryout Tips By Mary Giacalone “Scary Mary”, Head Instructor/Owner of Scary Skate Inc.

Mary Giacalone PHOTO CREDIT: SCOTT GRODIN

Each year leading up to our tryouts our Scary Skate team is often asked questions regarding exactly what coaches look for in the players they select. Unfortunately, coaching like scouting is not an exact science and you will rarely find two coaches or scouts that entirely agree on a player. Summarizing this process would be nearly impossible. With that said, we put together a list of our favorite“ Tryout Tips” that our team feels would be useful for any young hockey player looking for advice on how to stand out amongst his or her peers. These are very relevant to the upcoming tryouts, but can be applied to any type of hockey competition as your child gets older. Please share these with your son/daughter in context to the upcoming tryouts. 1) Play to Your Strength – don’t try to become a player that you are not. I see this all the time in try-outs. Identify what you are best at as a hockey player and prove it. Example: If you are a defensive defenseman, then don’t try to rush the puck all of the time. If skating is your strong suit, show them how fast, efficient, and smooth your skating is in drills and scrimmage. Do what you do best! 2) Get Noticed! – Don’t just blend in with the crowd. You must do something

positive to get the attention of a coach or scout. Please don’t think that only means scoring a goal or getting on the scoreboard. Some examples of getting noticed (positively) are: • making a nice pass • always finishing your checks • being a vocal leader with your teammates • always working hard on your back-checks • winning face-offs • making simple/smart plays with the puck • playing a 2-way hockey game • scoring a goal 3) Make every shift/game count – Most of the time, you never know who might be watching you from the stands. Just make sure that you are consistently giving 100% every game or practice and you will never have to worry about this tip. That doesn’t mean that you should be nervous and think every game or scrimmage is your most important one. It just means that you should be consistent and always give your best effort. You cannot control how you play every game but you can always control your effort. 4) Be a Supportive Teammate - Your character plays a very important role in how successful you will be as a hockey player. Coaches, scouts, programs, will always look for players of strong character and leadership qualities. Whether you are helping a struggling teammate or just giving an honest effort every night, these are qualities that will never be overlooked. There are countless times where a coach or scout will recognize a player’s skill but will give him bad marks for his lack of character. So just remember to be a team player and that you need your teammates to be successful. 5) Body Language - Your body language on the ice can be a dead giveaway about your character in a hockey game. Instead of hanging your

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head low after a mistake or slamming your stick on the ice after a missed scoring opportunity, just go out there and be ready for your next shift. Players that casually walk up to face-offs and come off the ice slowly after a shift will always appear to be lazy in the eyes of a coach. Coaches and scouts want to see a confident prospect, not a player who deflates after making a mistake 6) Have FUN! – Just like in everyday life, your best performances will always be when you are enjoying yourself and having fun. You will never excel in anything you don’t enjoy. Although you are competing against your peers at the tryouts, you can enjoy yourself and make a few friends in the process. Here is something that I tweeted last month and should apply to every player out there. GREAT players NEVER: whine, pout, complain, roll their eyes, show poor body language, talk back, make excuses, blame others, or gossip! Something to think about. Scary Mary says I will see you all at the rink………

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The Importance of Practice: Developing Good Habits By Anthony Cornacchia

Players must realize how important it is to attend practice regularly! Don’t just tolerate a practice – have fun and enjoy the learning process! The term ‘practice’ is used to convey that regular exercise of an activity or skill is the way to become proficient in it, especially when encouraging someone to persist. Practice is the time to introduce new drills, skills, tactics, and game concepts. It is a place to be with your friends and teammates, learn about their strengths and playing style, and become a team and form a cohesive bond. Coaching is an essential part of practice. A coach’s responsibilities for practice is very important: they keep practices current and players engaged. The quality and intensity of the practice is also as important. There needs to be a proper plan set up with a variety of drills to concentrate and focus on skills development. Coach-to-player ratio should be kept low to maintain proper skills development and instruction. Youth athletes shouldn’t focus all of their time in the game of hockey: they must be well-rounded individuals who participate in a multitude of sports and activities in order to achieve elite level status. An elite athlete has developed and cultivated their skills through specific age and progression stages.

Ray Meyer, a Hall of Fame basketball coach at DePaul University in Illinois, has stated, “Practice does not make the athlete. It is the quality and intensity of the practice that makes the athlete, not just repeating practicing.” Practice is a key element of transformation. If you are going to practice towards a progressive and transformative outcome, then you should be fully committed and put your best effort forward. Quality and intensity of a practice outweigh quantity and mediocrity!

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The old adage holds true: practice makes perfect. Practicing is simply the only way to get better. No matter how hard you practice a particular task, you can only become so good at it, or, in some cases, remain so mediocre based on your commitment to practice. Remember to practice smart, practice hard, and have fun! Gain the EDGE on your competition …… Get EDGEucated!

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REGISTRATION Get in the Game! PLAY BALL!

OSHAWA LEGION MINOR BASEBALL ASSOCIATION (OLMBA)

SPRING 2015

This Summer 2015

to play Baseball! You can register on-line! It is fast, easy and convenient. www.baseballoshawa.com Inperson Registration dates Saturday,March 7 at Walmart North Oshawa 10am to 5pm Saturday, March 28 at Campus Ice Centre 10am to 3pm Saturday, April 11 at Campus Ice Centre 10am to 3pm

Never Played Before? Perfect time to give baseball a try!

Beginner’s Welcome! Free Indoor Clinics! Expanded House League! Quality Coaching! Emphasis on Fun! Starts at age 4 Batting cage time!

Registration includes: player’s jersey, team hat, Major League team nicknames, regular season schedule of games, super skills clinic, Baseball Day in Oshawa, team movie night, year end play-off tourney and pizza, awards & pictures.

Starting at 2011 born and up!

Play Baseball Like the BLUE JAYS! HONDA BLUE JAYS CLINIC 2015 Coming to Oshawa June 21st Register at www. bluejays.com

Website: www.baseballoshawa.com E-mail questions to: info@baseballoshawa.com

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Free Indoor Clinics!! Give Baseball a Try!

Take advantage of this great opportunity! Come out and try baseball for the first time at our free indoor clinics. Ages 4 (2011 born) to Age 9 (2006 Born). Check the schedule on our website. A waiver is required to be signed upon arrival. No need to register in advance. Simply attend as many as you can. All that is needed is a glove and runnning shoes. Clinics are led by Oshawa Legionaires Rep Head Coaches and National Champion Durham College varsity baseball team members. The workouts take place at the state of the art Durham College Campus Recreation & Wellness Centre (2000 Simcoe St. N)

Volunteers Always Welcome and Needed!

We are looking for interested volunteers to serve as House League Divison Convenors, as well as help with the Baseball Oshawa executive board. It's rewarding and also fun! It is the perfect time to get involved and behind the scenes as Baseball in Oshawa continues to grow big time! E-mail us at: info@baseballoshawa.com

MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Competition coming to Oshawa!

Aquafina Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run (PHR) is an exciting FREE skills competition that provides boys and girls ages 7 to 14 the chance to advance through four levels of competition, including Team Championship events at all 30 Major League ballparks and the National Finals at the MLB All-Star Game. We will be holding a local competition, Saturday, May 3rd at Durham College Field 9:30am. Register the morning of the event in person.

Baseball Day in Oshawa Returns June 20th

A very special day is planned involving all Oshawa House League and Rep players, that includes photo day, BBQ, mini rep games, skills clinics, and a giant screen movie night in centre field, watching a Midget rep game, plus more!! All held at Kinsmen Memorial Stadium!

Umpires Needed!! Earn Extra Dollars $$$

Umpiring baseball is an excellent way to start or expand your involvement with the great game of baseball and the community. It is also a great way to earn some extra cash. You can start as early as 13 years of age. For more information about umpiring with Baseball Oshawa, please e-mail Corey Dalton, Umpire-in-Chief at corey@oshawaumpires.com

Volunteer Coaches Needed

The goal of Baseball Oshawa is to provide a fun and enjoyable learning experience for all players at all levels. There is always a need for quality volunteer coaches for one of our many house league teams. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer coach, please e-mail: info@baseballoshawa.com c/o Lori Harris. House League Director.

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Oshawa Lady Generals OSHAWA LADY GENERALS – the only ‘ALL GIRLS’ Oshawa Girls Hockey House League in Oshawa – Value in Fair Play teamprofiles

Submitted by Oshawa Lady Generals

By Greg Keuken, Director of Competitive Oshawa Girls Hockey Association

The Oshawa Girls Hockey Association is home of the Oshawa Lady Generals ~ the only ‘ALL GIRLS’ House League in Oshawa.

A cursory glance at many amateur hockey organization’s constitutional objectives will reveal key words like good-sportsmanship, fun, respect, or development. Many may include all of these. Finding organizational objectives that do not contain some or all of these elements would very likely be a fruitless endeavor.

out the window, and perhaps what many don’t realize as well is that primary constitutional objectives are no longer being met.

The league strives to ensure that all members of our team ~ from the Executive Board, coaching staff and players ~ understand the importance of practicing The Oshawa Lady Generals focuses on and perpetuating the values of Fair Play three key elements ~ Fun, Teamwork and So what does Development ofThese athletes is the primary anddriving Respect. are essentialfair elements Development. The Lady Generals is the play really factor for all sporting organizations, that lead to rewarding fun while on theYouice; mean? could even if they don’t explicitly state so. There preeminent group in Durham Region where ask that question are many important elements needed in development of their skills in the game; and By John Lovepeople to several order for an athlete to effectively develop girls, teens and young ladies ranging from and you would and master skills. Two elements are an appreciation ofkeyhow teamwork builds 4 through to 21, learn skills that they take probably get real experience and confidence. As a parent of children who have been involved inworld organized sports overfora years number relationships will have severalto different It’s no secret thatthey increased experience with them through life. There is a strong answers. Fair play, builds confidence, and with increased of years and as an educator, I have had the opportunity to witness and experience come! sense of belonging and a robust team spirit in the context confidence athletes will naturally improve

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OSHAWA LADY GENERALS Parent Letter to Oshawa Girls Hockey Association

of any sports upon or expand their use of on new skills. This the positive negative sports can have a the child’s selfthatboth is enjoyed by alland of the girls ateffects every organizedFor more than 18 years Oshawa Lady organization however, should mean the is precisely how the development cycle that is to ensure that the confidence and League. enjoyment sport in general. same thing, comes alive! Remove or reduce an athlete’s level in our House Theofgirls that Generals have developed and played withand organization’s objectives are being upheld, opportunities for experience and it is a play with the Oshawa Lady Generals have theguarantee girls ofthat this community, and some of registering an athlete for a when confidence will be adversely The coach’s attitude to winning and losing, to practicing, to playing time, to after allthere affected. So why wouldhave anyonestayed want to limit sometimes begun with House League, those same girls withsport the is acceptance of the terms of that organization’s constitution and its realnecessary world experienceall of athletes, to only a a team based approach to returned teaching the skills impact how progressed to Rep. level andand then league become trainers, mentors and objectives. It is safe to say, therefore, that select and few, during certain points of a game? for all organizations who place emphasis The answer to thus the question really their boils down the participants team and affects selfto House League. see themselves as part of thecoaches. They shared their love of the on development, fair play means every to how success is being measured. Far too confidence and enjoyment. of and coaching thatofisa with fairbyto team player is given the same opportunities, in many still measure success team game, the league, theall next group The Lady Generals begin withDeveloping the fun of a model all aspects of the game, in any situation and the score of a game. This thinking leads of players. members is vital to the success of the team, the self-confidence of all players, the without regard to the time or score on the to environments where fair play is thrown ‘Learn to Play’, a great opportunity for young

clock. Where a players perceived ability is concerned, there are no exceptions to this. Should an athlete sign up with an amateur sports organization that has constitutional objectives that state or imply “Winning at any cost”, then fair play really does mean teams should do whatever it takes to win with no regard to the confidence of the athletes. This is what you signed up for, implicitly agreed to, and therefore it is fair, however, would anyone find an organization with such an objective, or would anyone willingly register with such an organization? The answer to these questions is pretty clear.

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The Whitby Lions Football Club’s spring season is about to kick off! Back for its third consecutive year, our popular spring flag football program is available to girls and boys in Durham Region between the ages of four and fourteen.

Key facts about the 2015 season: • All games and skills development sessions take place on Sunday morning / early afternoon • Season begins April 12th and ends June 28th, 2015 • Indoor portion (April – early May) played at Oshawa Civic Fieldhouse • Outdoor portion (May – June) played at Jeffrey St. Park in Whitby

• Players rotate through positions and participate in all aspects of the game • Three divisions of play offered: - Little Lions FUNdamentals (ages 4 - 6) - Junior Division (ages 7 – 10) - Senior Division (ages 11 and up) • Junior/Senior: 30 minute skills followed by 60 minute game • Little Lions: 45 minutes of skills and games (game time gradually increases throughout the season) More information: www.whitbylionsfootball.ca Questions: info@whitbylionsfootball.ca

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Lakefield College School and Club Sports —the best of both worlds! LCS Director of Athletics Ian Armstrong works closely with parents and club coaches to facilitate student participation in club teams, working out schedules and logistics to ensure the best interests of each athlete. LCS athletes currently play in Peterborough, Cobourg and Lakefield.

Article and photo by Lakefield College School Lakefield College School offers a cocurricular sports program in which all students are enthusiastically engaged. Sports are an integral part of every student’s day and an essential element of the LCS experience. The co-curricular program encourages students to with over 52 different teams and programs to choose from, and students can try at least three different sports a year in the fall, winter, a nd spring terms. LCS’s competitive teams boast welltrained coaches, and dedicated athletes have enjoyed championships in both independent and public school athletics association leagues (CISAA and OFSSA) and in local and international tournaments. Many LCS student-athletes compete at the provincial and national levels and have gone on to play for college and university teams in both Canada and the United States, and some even to professional leagues and the Olympics. For athletes seeking a breadth of experience and challenge, Lakefield College School also facilitates and encourages participation in local club programs. Ottawa Senators’ NHL player and LCS alumnus Codi Ceci took full advantage while he was a boarding student at the school. Playing for both LCS and the ‘AAA’ Minor Petes in Peterborough, he went on to play for the Ottawa 67’s in the OHL before graduating to the NHL with his hometown Senators. While at LCS, Codi was able to pursue his athletic passions in a supportive environment where he participated fully in school life and maintained his academic standing as an “A” student.

“My son is fortunate to play for both the Peterborough Minor Petes and Lakefield College School. The exposure to teams at both levels has provided him with connections to a broad, diverse community of new friends — some he will likely keep for life. It allows him to grow as a person outside the academic and familial sphere, and offers a wide range of travel and experience all while helping him to refine his athletic abilities in his chosen sport — more ice/field time and exposure to different coaches and levels of competition. Not only does it encourage social, emotional and physical development, he loves the camaraderie and has a great deal of fun. And, it has done wonders for his time management! He has been able to maintain a 96 percent grade average while juggling sports and an active social and academic schedule,” said LCS parent, Jamie Campbell. Many LCS parents feel that playing local club sports while attending and playing for Lakefield College School has been a positive experience for their child. More than 95 percent of LCS coaches are full-time faculty members who are committed to the social, academic and athletic development of each student.

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Learn about Financial Assistance: $1.7M awarded annually Visit www.lcs.on.ca / Join us or R.S.V.P. at 705-652-3324 ext.319 to play for Lakefield College School as well as outside teams (Ennismore Eagles Midget A Hockey team and the Peterborough City Rep Soccer team) has allowed them to continue ties with childhood friends while opening doors to opportunities at LCS with new friends from around the world. The school’s coaches and teachers have been very supportive and accommodating. Both of my sons lead extremely busy lives and thanks to the LCS community and its support they have not had to give anything up. They have been able to balance their academics and sports in a happy and healthy way,” said LCS parent Debbie Walsh.

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Zumba, Tabata, Spinning, Socacize, Aquafit or Kettlebell? Group fitness can provide both a motivational and a social component to your workout. The Town of Whitby offers over 100 group fitness classes per week to choose from. Check out www.whitby. ca/schedules and you are sure to find something fun to keep you active.

re information or to view recreation schedules visit: www.whitby.ca/crc Fine tune your skill.

Be it golf, zumba, cycling, swimming or an actual swing in the park, you need to get out and be active today. Never quit trying. Every little bit counts. Aim for 30 to 60 minutes of activity every day to improve your health, and decrease your stress.

Try something new. If swinging a golf club is not for you, there are a lot of other options in the community to choose from. The key is enjoyment.

Have you been away from your favourite sport for a while and just need to get back into it? Get ready for your summer sport; golf, soccer, ultimate frisbee, cycling, canoeing, hiking, etc., at the Whitby Civic Recreation Complex Health Club. The fitness staff have the knowledge and the skill to get you there. Come in and speak with one of the staff to get you back into the swing of things. The fitness staff at the Health Club are all certified personal trainers and they care about your goals. All members have full access to their expert knowledge and advice as part of the membership. If you need a little extra, the personal trainers are also available for one on one sessions for an additional fee. Call 905.666.1991or visit www.whitby.ca/crc to see how we can help you to fine tune your skills and take you to the next level.

Your health is our business. Come in to the Whitby Civic Recreation Complex and pick up resources; such as, Healthy Recipes, the Physical Activity Planner, the Canadian Society of Exercise Physical Activity Guidelines, and more. We are located at 555 Rossland Road East in a convenient central location and would love to see you.

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