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Team BC Shines with 159 Medal Winning Performance at the 2023 NAIG

Cowichan, BC – After a week of competitions at the Kjipuktuk (Halifax), 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), Team BC delivered an exceptional performance securing an impressive total of 159 medals (53 gold, 62 silver, 44 bronze) across 14 sports. Throughout the NAIG, Team BC showcased the exceptional talent of Indigenous athletes from across BC. The outstanding performances earned Team BC second place in the overall team standings – just 17 medals behind Team Saskatchewan, and 31 medals ahead of [...]

By |2023-07-26T14:49:00-07:00July 26th, 2023|Comments Off on Team BC Shines with 159 Medal Winning Performance at the 2023 NAIG
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Final day of the 2023 NAIG

BUSY DAY FOR BASKETBALL The 14U male basketball team won bronze against Team Minnesota, finishing off strong 43-31. Competition aside, what really made us proud was watching the two teams doing a spirit circle together at the end of the game to cheer each other on. It was another big win for 16U female basketball today! Taking home a bronze medal after dominating their final game 75-49 against Team Minnesota. The girls showed their Team BC spirit as they all stayed [...]

By |2023-07-22T21:58:01-07:00July 22nd, 2023|Comments Off on Final day of the 2023 NAIG
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Team BC 19U Male Soccer wins GOLD!

We are thrilled to announce that the 19U male soccer team has won the gold medal in their match against Manitoba! We congratulate Max Joe, Billy August, Dallas Nelson and Kamryn Pierre for scoring the four winning goals. Coach Chris Daniels said the “1st half was a good back and forth battle, then the 2nd half started with Team BC taking the momentum at the start, but 4.5 minutes in we got delayed with thunder. Once the game started back [...]

By |2023-07-21T20:29:42-07:00July 21st, 2023|Comments Off on Team BC 19U Male Soccer wins GOLD!
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First Beach Volleyball medal ever for Team BC!

SWIMMING MEDAL HAUL The swim team created an electric atmosphere as they raked in an incredible number of medals, with an unofficial count of 30+ medals. Coach Leanne Sirup said, "It was a lot of fun being on deck with the team, and we are really proud!" We’re so excited to see our swimmers' futures; we sure do have a lot of talented Team BC swimming athletes. Ooh ah! West coast, best coast!  ATHLETICS BRINGS IN 6 MEDALS TODAY Wrapping up [...]

By |2023-08-08T10:08:33-07:00July 21st, 2023|Comments Off on First Beach Volleyball medal ever for Team BC!
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BC Bringing in the Medals

GREAT DAY ON THE COURTS The 16U and 19U beach volleyball teams played remarkably hard but couldn’t score the win against Team Saskatchewan. The 19U girls play for bronze tomorrow with the 16U girls playing in their semifinal match against Team Yukon! What a great day with Team BC Beach Volleyball!  NATHANIEL STUIT OF ATHLETICS BREAKS 52 SECONDS IN THE 400M Today we wanted to highlight a story of Nathaniel Stuit (Nahanni Butte Dene Band) from Victoria shared by Athletics Assistant [...]

By |2023-07-20T07:20:11-07:00July 20th, 2023|Comments Off on BC Bringing in the Medals
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First Day of Competition for Wrestling, Badminton, Beach Volleyball, Golf, and 3D Archery!

ATHLETICS EARNS THEIR FIRST MEDALS OF THE WEEK! "Today on the athletics field, Team BC had some very impressive performances in all areas. Despite the intense heat and humidity, athletes raced hard, threw far and jumped past their limits to secure new PBs as well as some medals," said Coach Siri Svensson. Shoutout performances include Danny Legault (Nuxalk Nation) from Bella Coola coming in silver for discus and James Reed (Red Pheasant Nation) from Vanderhoof coming in bronze for the 800m!  WRESTLING [...]

By |2023-07-18T21:45:44-07:00July 18th, 2023|Comments Off on First Day of Competition for Wrestling, Badminton, Beach Volleyball, Golf, and 3D Archery!
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Canoe Kayak Wins Team BC’s First Medals!

CANOE KAYAK WINS TEAM BC'S FIRST MEDALS! The Canoe Kayak Team BC had an impressive start at the 2023 NAIG, setting the tone for a successful competition. Leading the way in the 14U Female category, Vivianna Thomas showcased her skills and determination, securing Team BC's first gold medal of the week. Despite the unpredictable weather that ranged from sunshine to rain and strong winds, the athletes displayed unwavering bravery and raced hard. Today proved to be a remarkable day for [...]

By |2023-07-18T03:30:03-07:00July 17th, 2023|Comments Off on Canoe Kayak Wins Team BC’s First Medals!
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Team BC Announces Flag Bearers for the 2023 NAIG

Halifax, NS – Jayden Broadfoot and Leah Parker carried the British Columbia and Team BC flags into the Opening Ceremony of the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG). “These two athletes were nominated to be flag bearers by their coaches, and we are so honoured to have them represent British Columbia by leading our contingent into the Opening Ceremony and throughout the entirety of the 2023 North American Indigenous Games,” said Team BC, Chef de Mission, Michelle Webster. “It's a great [...]

By |2023-07-17T11:29:48-07:00July 17th, 2023|Comments Off on Team BC Announces Flag Bearers for the 2023 NAIG
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The bid process is now open for the 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships!

The Aboriginal Sport Circle (ASC) is seeking bids from communities or organizations (Host Societies) interested in hosting the 2025 National Aboriginal Championships.  The ASC established the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships (NAHC) in 2002 to serve as the premier competition for young Indigenous hockey players in Canada. The ASC owns the event and annual co-hosts with a Host Community. An exciting blend of sport and culture, the NAHC provides a forum for elite Bantam/Midget aged Indigenous youth to not only compete [...]

By |2023-07-05T16:24:19-07:00July 5th, 2023|Comments Off on The bid process is now open for the 2025 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships!
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Team BC Opens Official Online Store for the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG)

The Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC) is pleased to announce the launch of Team BC's official online merchandise store! For a limited time, friends, families and fans can purchase official merchandise to show their support for Team BC's athletes who will represent the province at the upcoming 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG)! The online store will close June 4th, 2023 at 11:59 pm (PT). No orders will be accepted after the closing date. All orders will [...]

By |2023-05-30T11:22:40-07:00May 30th, 2023|Comments Off on Team BC Opens Official Online Store for the 2023 North American Indigenous Games (NAIG)
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