2020 Coaching Awards Winners
Sport Manitoba Coaching Awards
March 21, 2020 (Winnipeg, MB) –
As the Sport Manitoba Coaching Awards presented by Club Regent Casino
& Event Centre were cancelled to reduce the public health risks
associated with COVID-19,
Sport Mantioba recognized and celebrated the deserving finalists and
award winners on its
website and social media channels (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).
Today’s Award Winners:
Vince Leah Memorial Award – Fundamentals
Krystle McDougall – Boxing – Winnipeg
The Konica Minolta Dr. Jack Hunt Memorial Award – Learn to Train
Tanya Pilat – Figure Skating – West St. Paul
Janet Arnott Memorial Award – Train to Train
Garth Goodbrandson – Golf – Winnipeg
Peter Williamson Memorial Award – Train to Compete/Train to Win
Cole Grant – Water Skiing – Winnipeg
Global News Active for Life Award
Tracy Sterdan and Tanya Manastersky – Rhythmic Gymnastics – Winnipeg
Peter Dick Award – School System
Kathleen Muirhead – Rugby – Minnedosa
Sport Manitoba also honoured coaches from across Manitoba who have
coached at international events in the previous year as well as
individuals who have been coaching a minimum of 25 years in the
province.
The Club Regent Casino & Event Centre Female and Male Coach of the Year award will be announced tonight on Sport Manitoba’s website and social media channels (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram).
The Manitoba Aboriginal Sports and Recreation Council also recognized the winners of the 2020 Manitoba Aboriginal Coaching Awards. Congratulations to Manitoba Aboriginal Female Coach of the Year, Danielle Daniels, and Manitoba Aboriginal Male Coach of the Year, Curtis Nepinak.
Quotes
“Coaches have a significant impact on building a strong foundation for
our sport community, whether it’s through developing the next generation
of champions and leaders, or helping to grow and advance amateur sport
programs across the province. It’s our honour
to recognize and celebrate Manitoba’s deserving coaches for their
incredible contributions throughout their careers.”
Jeff Hnatiuk, President and CEO, Sport Manitoba
“Club Regent Casino and Event Centre is
proud to return as presenting sponsor of the Sport Manitoba Coaching
Awards,” said Manny Atwal, President & CEO, Manitoba Liquor and
Lotteries. “These awards recognize coaches who encourage
their athletes to learn, improve and excel, ensuring that each person
or team reaches their potential. I was lucky enough to have had some
exceptional coaches while growing up and I can certainly say their
dedication and commitment not only helped me become
a better player, they helped me also become a better person. Congratulations
to all nominees for being outstanding mentors. Your passion and
leadership continue to make a difference in people’s lives and
communities.”
Manny Atwal, President & CEO, Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries
About
Sport Manitoba is a not-for-profit organization and the lead planning, programming and funding agency for the development of amateur sport in Manitoba. Located at 145 Pacific Avenue in Winnipeg, Sport Manitoba partners with over 100 organizations to deliver sport in the province and is responsible for programs including the Manitoba Games powered by Manitoba Hydro, Sport Manitoba Coaching, Team Manitoba, Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame, Fit Kids Healthy Kids, and KidSport. Services provided include the Sport Manitoba Clinic, Sport Manitoba Performance, Sport Manitoba Fitness Centre, and the Paul Robson Resource Centre for Leadership and Coaching.
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Sam Cortes
Communications Coordinator, Sport Manitoba
office: 204-925-5614
cell: 204-290-7630
sam.cortes@sportmanitoba.ca