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 Coach, Skylar Bown. “Today Nathaniel left it all on the track. He’s been training consistently for years and has been dreaming of breaking 52 seconds in the 400m. He passed his competitors in the final 150m, running a time of 51.89.
It’s been 11 months since he’s seen his mom and she was able to be there in the stands cheering him on. On top of that, his grandfather, who celebrated his 80th birthday yesterday, was at Beazley Fields watching his grandson fulfill his largest goals. Everyone in the crowd could sense Nathaniel’s passion in his win. We are so proud of him!”
All athletes pushed through today and worked hard despite the rainy and misty conditions to accomplish many personal bests and top 8 finishes. Kendra Sampson of Lax Kw’alaams took home the bronze medal in the 16U female discus, James Woelders (Métis Nation British Columbia) from Aldergrove got the silver medal in 14U javelin (with a 10m personal best).
SOLID PERFORMANCES ON DAY TWO OF GOLF!
Team BC golf squad displayed remarkable skill and determination despite the rain during Day 2 at The Links at Brunello. Highlights included 19U male golfers Kale Hunt (Kwakiutl) from Port Hardy and Caen Passeri (?Esdilagh First Nation) from Williams Lake showcasing their talent. Additionally, 16U golfer Brody Brook (Okanagan Indian Band) from Prince George continuing to impress, following his even par round from yesterday with another outstanding performance, finishing at +1 today. With fierce competition at the NAIG and 66 golfers across four divisions, let’s rally behind Team BC for a strong finish on the final day tomorrow. Good luck boys!
SILVER FOR WRESTLING
Big final day for the wrestling team! After being challenged by third place, Fayth Pontious (Métis Nation British Columbia) from Campbell River wrestled again and held her 2nd place title! Congratulations to Fayth for her Silver medal in wrestling! The wrestling team had a wonderful two days of competition, way to go team and special thank you to coaches, Rob Smyth and Marquesis Haintz, and manager, Katrina Haintz. We appreciate all you do for Team BC.
WET DAY FOR ARCHERY
Great day of Archery today! Head Coach David Sandquist mentioned “Drenched but fighting on! Major downpour while the archers were in the bush, and they really pushed through. Special shoutout to lunch crew for the hotdogs, they were getting tired of the wraps.
HARD FOUGHT LACROSSE GAMES
The 19U female lacrosse team played strong against Team Saskatchewan, getting their entire bench involved in the play as they secured the win 11-0. The 16U male team won against Team Nova Scotia and the 19U male team lost to Team EDN despite a valiant effort.
INTENSE DAY OF BASKETBALL
Exciting Day for Team BC Basketball! An incredibly hard fought comeback from the 16U male team. When asked about his thoughts on the game, Calvin Collison (Haida Nation) from Masset who scored 21 points in this match said that it was “really fun from coming back from a 20 point deficit, starting slow, and came back and won by 4”. The 19U male team kept everyone on their toes with a hard fought win of 72-65 against Team Manitoba.
The 14U female team worked together like champions today but unfortunately could not pull off a win against Alberta. It was clear that they weren’t backing down without a fight. Everyone in attendance agreed that it was “the most intense game they have seen yet”. Following them was our 14U male team with an impressive victory, winning the game with a score of 60-48. Well done to the team and their coaches for their hard work and dedication on the court. The 16U females played with energy and speed, beating Team Manitoba 72-47.
SWIMMING BRINGS IN THE HARDWARE!
Swimming showed up with great team spirit today, supporting each other heat after heat! First gold medal went to Izzy Seneviratne (Xwisten) from Maple Ridge in the 800m free swim! Then the hardware kept coming… Final medal count coming tomorrow!
RIFLE SHOOTING BRONZE
A huge congratulations to Marissa Crouse (Lake Babine Nation – Woyenne) from Burns Lake for winning a bronze medal in rifle shooting! Stay tuned for the medal ceremony on Friday!
WIN FOR SOCCER
Great job to the 19U male soccer team for winning their match today at 4-0. Your hard work and teamwork paid off, and it’s a fantastic achievement. Keep up the good work and keep aiming for victory in your upcoming games! More soccer coming tomorrow! All our other soccer teams had byes today.
VOLLEYBALL PLAYS HARD
The 19U Female team had a highly anticipated rematch against Team Manitoba and took them to a third set. Unfortunately, Team Manitoba took the win but it wasn’t for lack of heart!
It was a clean win for the 19U Male team against Team Nunavut, winning in two sets with 25-11 and 25-20. The 16U female had the day off!
CANOE KAYAK HAVING FUN ON LAKE BANOOK
Day 3 ended with an exciting finish! The team gave their all, winning races by just a few meters. It’s amazing to see the athletes’ sense of accomplishment as they cross the finish line, no matter their placement. The team’s support is fantastic, with coaches and athletes motivating each other with chants, creating a strong bond and pushing everyone to the finish line. Canoe results coming tomorrow!
WINS AND LOSSES IN SOFTBALL TODAY
The 16U female team played two games and came away with a victory and a loss. The 16U male team displayed great effort in their match against Nova Scotia but ended up falling short. The 19U female team showcased their talent with a shutout win against Nova Scotia. Meanwhile, the 19U male team put up a strong fight against Team Saskatchewan, securing an impressive 16-8 victory.
BADMINTON MOVING ON TO QUARTERFINALS!
The 16U male doubles faced tough competition today. The 16U females showcased their talent, winning two out of three matches, securing their spot in the quarterfinals. As for the 16U coed team, they had a solid performance, winning two matches and experiencing one loss. These athletes are ready to give their all on the court tomorrow.
WELLNESS TIP OF THE DAY: Stay Hydrated for Optimal Performance
Hey Team BC Athletes!
As you conquer the Halifax 2023 NAIG, remember that staying hydrated is key to your performance. Whether on the field or off, drinking enough water keeps your body and mind sharp. Remember to carry a water bottle with you and take regular sips throughout the day. Hydration is the secret weapon to unlock your full potential. You’ve got this!
Keep soaring, Team BC!
