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Tips, tactics and ideas are shared by athletes, coaches and fans.

09 | Skate sharpening 101

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Informative articles on sports health & fitness.

14 | YMCA’s Anne Cadoret recognized for helping others

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Do you host a tournament every year and would like to add more teams? Are you looking to host one but don’t know where to start? Want to submit a bid for your organization to host a provincial or national event but unsure of the bidding process? The best place to start would be to contact the Regional Sport Tourism Office (RSTO) and let us help.

The RSTO is focused on working together with community sport organizations, partners in tourism and the municipalities of Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge and Guelph. Our objective is to increase the profile and support given to current sports events and to attract more events to the area by capitalizing on the great facilities, volunteers and knowledge of our sport community. We can assist you in securing hotel bookings for visiting teams, identify banquet or social event options, and create welcome packages with special offers for local tourist attractions. We work together with organizations on grant submissions and event bids by utilizing bid templates, helping secure bid fees and garnering local support.

We can also share industry best practices and conduct research to help you decide how to include event hosting in your club or organization’s strategic planning. The possibilities of our assistance to you are endless!

Hosting an event that you’d love us to promote or work together on? Please share with us through email at info@sporttourismoffice.ca or contact Sherry Doiron at 519-271-7000 extension 201. We look forward to sharing your events and further sport-hosting advice in future editions of SportsXpress!

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Entertaining, informative and engaging articles on local athletes, sports and teams.

04 | Highlights from Kitchener Minor Hockey 04 | KMHA’s Volunteer of the Year

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Waterloo Major Peewee Wolves work hard for silver Updates from KW Youth Basketball ROW swimmers continue to do well

coverphoto Photo of the volunteers honoured by local minor sports groups at the Kitchener Sports Association’s 27th annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner (Nov. 17, 2015). More on page 12.

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Highlights from Kitchener Minor Hockey The Kitchener Jr Rangers Minor Atom MD Red team met on November 22, 2015 off the ice to give back to our community. The boys met as a team to shop for a family of five that we were matched to through the Holiday Support Program (formerly Adopt-a-Family) offered by Family and Child Services. This program provides gifts to families and youth-in-need in Waterloo Region during the holiday season.

The boys were put into smaller groups and assigned a family member to buy for. They were handed a wish list of things to buy and a budget to spend. They set off with their carts and worked to get as many items on the list as they could without going over their budget. About an hour later, as each cart arrived at the checkout, the boys were excited with what they had picked out for each of their family members.

This was a great opportunity for team building and, more importantly, to teach the boys social responsibility while giving back to their community. A huge thank you goes out to our amazing social committee for organizing this experience for our boys. THANKS!

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Waterloo Major Peewee Wolves work hard for silver Submitted by the Major Peewee Wolves coaching staff The Waterloo Major Peewee Wolves just finished a gruelling weekend at the ScotiaBank Tournament in Mississauga. The coaching staff is extremely proud of the boys for finishing second out of 24 top-ranked hockey teams.

The Wolves went through their pool with an undefeated record of two wins and a tie. With so many Peewee teams in the tournament, the organizers needed to add quarter-final games.

This is when the Wolves worked effortlessly to defeat a tough Mississauga Ice Warriors team 2 – 1. The semi-final game was probably the Wolves best team effort as they outworked a top-ranked Oakville team to defeat them 3 – 2. The final game was the team’s sixth game of the weekend and the boys faced the

tough task of playing Ontario’s top-ranked team, Ted Reeves.

Although they ran out of steam and didn’t get the victory in the final game, the Wolves should be extremely proud of their accomplishments. The coaching staff really felt we grew as a team this weekend.

Congratulations boys!

We also extend thanks to all of the parents, grandparents, and siblings for their encouragement and support this weekend.

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Training your individual skills and tactics – The best way to become a leader on the ice!

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While skating with the puck towards the defensive zone, a simple execution of a pivot turn from forwards to backwards in the correct direction can create extra time and space. Gaining this extra time and space could make the difference in executing a pass up-ice, escaping by skating away from pressure, or getting a shot away on the net.

Proper Execution of this Individual Tactic: While skating with the puck towards the defensive zone, a simple execution of a pivot turn from forwards to backwards in the correct direction can create extra time and space. Gaining this extra time and space could make the difference in executing a pass up-ice, escaping by skating away from pressure, or getting a shot away on the net.

As you carry the puck skating forwards, move the puck from your forehand across the front of your body to your backhand. As the puck moves across the front of your body, pivot from forwards to backward in the direction that enables you to watch the puck at all times (the correct direction depends on the which way you shoot the puck – counterclockwise if you are a right shot and clockwise if you are a left shot). You are now glide-skating in a backwards direction, pulling the puck on the backside of your stick on the forehand

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A simple drill to practice these defensive skills with a friend:

• Partner up with another player and stand together in an open area of the ice with a puck (X1 and X2).

• X2 - remain stationary.

• X1 - skate with the puck away from X2 and execute the above pivot with the puck

- as you glide-skate backwards, cross cut left or right or stop.

Skate back towards X2 and make a headman pass to X2.

- replace X2 • X2 - take your turn performing the same movement Repeat the drill over and over – remember with lots of practice, you will be able to effectively execute this move under pressure in game situations!

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Academy Director, MARIO HALAPIR, is highly regarded in Southern Ontario for his dedication to elite athlete development and his approach to teaching the technical and tactical elements of soccer. Mario, a CSA National B-License coach, is also the long-standing Head Coach for the Wilfrid Laurier University Men’s Varsity Soccer team, and the Director of the Elite Academy for the Kitchener Soccer Club. While coaching at the collegiate level, Mario has led teams to several National and Provincial titles, and also received an award for Soccer Coach of the Year from Ontario University Athletics. In 2015, Mario was Assistant Coach with the North American Champions K-W United, playing in the PDL - part of the United Soccer League system that is considered the top U23 men’s league in North America. He has also been involved with MLS franchise, Toronto FC, as a scout.

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Skate sharpening 101 As hockey players, we all know to get our skates sharpened but what exactly happens to them when we hand them off to the experts?

Basically, a rounded groove is created in the center of the bottom of the blade. This forms sharp edges along the sides of the blade to give you the glide control and movement on the ice.

When you bring your skates in for a sharpening, you can request the groove to be any one of a variety of different depths.

The depth of the groove depends on player preference, so trial and error is the best way to determine what you like best. The depth typically varies depending on the size and weight of the player.

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The benefits of the ZC are:

The ZC is a new method of sharpening skates invented in Sweden. Unlike conventional hollows or FBVs, the ZC is a combination of edges and flat cut with a channel in the middle of the blade (think tire treads). The width and depth of this channel is adjustable to give different levels of grip. The blade’s two flat surfaces reduce friction and increase the glide.

• Double edges for increased bite which allows better edge control.

• The skater will be able to have a lower left/right body angle for improved turns and agility. This allows complex skating maneuvers to be conducted with total confidence that the edges will hold when needed.

• Less friction, better glide — this equals more speed and endurance.

All of the sharpening styles mentioned in this article are available at The Pure Edge Skate Sharpening located inside at G & G Skate Training Centre.

A 7/16-inch groove is recommended for smaller, beginner and lighter players because it helps the skate naturally dig into the ice. On the other hand, a 5/8-inch groove is better for larger players looking for more glide without sacrificing edge control. If you’re somewhere in-between, then a 1/2-inch groove is the standard starting point.

As a rule of thumb, you should get your skates sharpened every five to 10 ice times.However, if you’re skating on an outdoor rink then the quality of the ice will wear down your blades much faster, so make sure to get them sharpened more often.

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Updates from KW Youth Basketball Submitted by the KW Youth Basketball Association

Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada donaton The Kitchener-Waterloo Youth Basketball Association made a $5,000.00 donation to the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada on behalf of a former Viper player, Jay Kumar.

Jay, unfortunately, left us far too early in 2014 at the age of 14. The donation was part of the money raised last June at the 2nd Annual Kumar Classic 3-on-3 Tournament.

The tournament was so successful that the amount donated was double the previous year’s.

On Sunday, December 13, 2015, Susan Marshall, Chief Executive Officer of the Foundation, travelled to Kitchener from London to receive the donation.

This year, the Kumar Classic will be held on June 11 at Jacob Hespler SS in Cambridge. It is expected to be bigger and better than ever. For more information about Jay Kumar or the Kumar Classic 3-on-3 tournament, please go to our website at www.kwyba.com.

Viper bursary awarded The Kumar Classic also raises money for a bursary to be awarded to a deserving Viper player to cover that player’s Viper fees for the year. The bursary was awarded to

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Goanaer Kang, a member of the U14 Major Bantam Boys team. Next sentence, change wording to …..”… Since last October, these young players, between the ages of four and seven, have been a team leader throughout his five years.

Jr. NBA wraps up another season

The newest KW YBA program, which features the youngest players in the association, is about to wrap up another great session in three locations. Since last October, these young players, between ages four seven years old, have been learning about basketball and developing some very basics skills (passing, catching, dribbling, shooting) in a program designed and sponsored by NBA Canada. This is the second year that we have offered this program as our club was one of the 50 handpicked clubs from across the entire country that piloted the program for the NBA last year. The program will finish at the end of January but a new session will begin in February and run until the middle of May. Information for this is also on our website.

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Recognizing local sports volunteers Submitted by the Kitchener Sports Association

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Wednesday, January 20, 2016: “Rangers” Night - with Rangers GM Murray Hiebert Tuesday, February 16: Sherry Doiron (Sports Tourism Ministry) - Potential Waterloo Region bid to host a future Canada Games

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1. KSA Volunteer Recognition Awards Recipients 2015 (Front row, L-R): Kelly Schmidtke (KW Sertoma Speed Skating), Rosie Albrechtas (KW Diving), Erin McAulay (KW Minor Boys Softball), Janet Greener (Waterloo Region Track 3 Ski School), Jack Gough ((Waterloo Ringette), Catrine Klein (KW Synchronized Swim Club) and Joanne Kuntz (KW Skating). (Middle row, L-R): Donal Crooke (Special Olympics KW), Sheri Cartwright (KW Youth Basketball), Rachel Thompson (SkateABLE), Gail & Mike MacKenzie (Stanley Park Optimist Ball), Karen Smart (KW Minor Lacrosse), Kelly Hearty (Waterloo Minor Girls Softball), Crystal Harte (KW Predators Volleyball), Shelley Gaudreau (Kitchener Ringette) and Stephen Karley (Laurel Creek Track). (Back row, L-R): Del Plummer (Waterloo Regional Boxing Academy), Rick Cadilha (Kitchener Sports Association), Robin Cumming (Waterloo Minor Hockey), Pat Zister (Kitchener Minor Hockey), Michael Simpson (Sports for Special Athletes), David Mintz (Kitchener Rangers), Steve Brooks (Waterloo Regional Synchronized Swimming) and Mark Harrison (Kitchener Minor Baseball). ABSENT: Brendan Conway (Twin Cities Minor Tackle Football), Trina Fauteux (Region of Waterloo Swim Club), David Paddock (Waterloo Region Nordic Sports) and Margaret Brush (KW Gymnastics). (Nov. 17, 2015) 2. Waterloo Ringette Volunteer Award (L-R): Presenter Glenn Ferguson, Jack Gough (award recipient for over 47 years of dedicated volunteering with Waterloo Ringette) and KSA President Bill Pegg 3. KSA Fee-assistance Grant presentation (L-R) Rick Cadilha, Tevin Piper & Tanvir Kahlon (Waterloo Region Boxing Academy), Lerinda Chapeskie (KSA Fee-assistance Committee member who presented the cheques), Craig Findlay (Stanley Park Optimist Ball), Rick Weinstein (representing recipient Pride Stables), June Woolridge (Kitchener Minor Baseball), Liz Baker (KW Minor Boys Softball), Adele Couchman (Sports for Special Athletes) and Gord Dearborn (Chair of the KSA Fee-assistance Committee) 4. Don Cameron honoured by the City of Kitchener for his community involvement and positive influence. (L-R) Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic, Don Cameron and KSA President Bill Pegg.

Twenty-eight local minor sports groups participated in KSA’s 27th annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner.

Each of the groups publicly honoured one of their key volunteers with dinner and a souvenir plaque courtesy of KSA. Don Cameron, “The Voice of the Kitchener Rangers” for over 50 years who recently stepped back from that role, was honoured by the City of

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Kitchener’s Mayor Berry Vrbanovic who presented Don with a recognition plaque on behalf of city council and the citizens of Kitchener. Don is an inductee into the local Waterloo County Hall of Fame for everything he has done for this community.

As his Hall of Fame biography states, “He promoted local amateur sport through his radio and television

Tuesday, March 15: Sports & Mental Health Awareness featuring Professor Nick Petrella, a skilled hockey player as a youth who will share his personal experience with depression and anxiety during his life journey. Nick is the Health, Wellness and Fitness program co-ordinator at Mohawk College and a Strength and Conditioning Coach and Mental Health advocate.

Tuesday, April 19: Scholarship Awards Dinner Tuesday, May 17: Athlete of the Year Dinner at Edelweiss Sports Bar You’re invited to join us for dinner and network with others interested in our local minor sports programs. Dinner cost is $25/person, just let us know to expect you. For more information on these, and other KSA events, please visit our website: www.kitchenersportsassociation.com

broadcasts. He coached the Kitchener Kieswetter Ladies Senior Fastball Team from 1973 to 1978. In 1975, they won the Canadian Championship and in 1976, they finished second. He has also served his community through CYO, Big Brothers, the KW Press Club, Knights of Columbus, the Granite Club and the Jazz Club.”

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ROW swimmers continue to do well The Region of Waterloo Swim Club (ROW) not only produces great swimmers, it also helps those swimmers become great people!

The club’s mission is to provide opportunities for each of its athletes to attain his or her maximum individual potential in the sport of competitive swimming. To this end, ROW: • Provides optimum instruction, training, and competition for each swimmer, novice to champion

• Instills an appreciation of commitment, dedication, and discipline in the pursuit of personal goals • Encourages a high degree of sportsmanship and team spirit • Provides opportunities for positive social interaction and emotional growth

clubs in Canada.) Over the club’s history, ROW swimmers have qualified to compete at many major international games including the Olympics, World Championships, Pan American Games and Common wealth Games. As well, many ROW coaches have been selected to accompany provincially and nationally-funded teams including the Far Western Tour Team, the Ontario Tour Team, the 8 Nations International Meet team, and Canada Games teams.

ROW Swimmers have won seven Olympic medals over the years — the most by any Canadian swim club!

ROW was founded in 1976 and consistently ranks among the top 10 clubs in Ontario and the top 15 clubs in Canada. (There are over 500 swim

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YMCA’s Anne Cadoret recognized for helping others

Congratulations to YMCA staff member Anne Cadoret who was presented with the City of Cambridge Community Inclusion Recognition Award.

As Supervisor of Individual Conditioning and a personal trainer at the Chaplin Family YMCA, Anne ensures that everyone feels welcome and belongs. Anne has helped countless people achieve better health by ensuring that they, regardless of ability, are able to access the programs and equipment they need to improve

their well-being.

The YMCA has fitness equipment integrated throughout the facility that allows members to work out together, regardless of what their physical limitations may be. Anne was a crucial part of the process in obtaining this equipment and putting programs in place to foster inclusivity. Whether it is an arm ergometer in a spin class or adapted exercises for a personal training session, Anne makes sure all members know that they belong.

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Lyn Roberts for nominating Anne.

Sheri-Lyn noted that, “Anne goes above and beyond at the Y to make all members feel welcome and included.

She is creative in helping people with various levels of physical abilities work towards their fitness goals.”

Congratulations Anne! Thank you for setting an example for our staff and volunteers by helping people increase their confidence and overcome challenges as they transform their health and build a better life.

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YOUTH SOFTBALL MAKE IT YOUR GAME! 2016 IN-PERSON REGISTRATION EVENTS:

FEB 27: 10-2 PM @ RIM PARK WATERLOO | MAR 5: 10-2 PM @ ZEHRS, LAURENTIAN PLAZA, KITCHENER

Fun & Affordable • Convenient Location (Wilson Park, Kitchener) Mid-week games (Mon-Thurs) • Inter-league Tournaments Registration opens online January 1st (Late fee applies after April 15th)

2010-2012

NOVICE

2007-2009

MITE

2004-2006

SQUIRT

2001-2003

PEEWEE

BANTAM

Tues & Thurs

Mon & Wed

Tues & Thurs

Mon & Wed

TBD

$75.00

$125.00

$145.00

$145.00

$145.00

1998-2000

House League runs from May to the middle of August • Timbit Novice Division runs from May to the middle of July

FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER, PLEASE GO TO OUR WEBSITE WWW.KWMBSA.CA OR CONTACT US AT 519-579-2888

* Registration opened January 1. Late fees apply after April 15th Fee Assistance is available. KWMBSA in partnership with the Kitchener Sports Association provides assistance so all kids can play! Contact us at:

INFO@KWMBSA.CA

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BRING YOUR TEAMS, TOURNAMENTS AND LEAGUES! • • • •

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FUNDRAISING

Earn while you eat! Ask about our fundraising options that can be redeemed towards Big Splash, FunworX, Kingpin Bowlounge, Boston Pizza, Screampark and more!

For more information, contact Vivian at 519-744-1231 x 2248 or vmurray@bingemans.com.

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