Credit Unions of Manitoba Scholar Athlete Award
The Credit Unions of Manitoba Scholar Athlete Award is awarded to four students annually who maintain a minimum of 85% average and participate in at least two interscholastic high school athletic activities. Credit Unions of Manitoba awards each a $1,000 scholarship.

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2010 - 2011

Pictured  L-R Melanie Edel – Morris School, Alexandra Warburton – Sanford Collegiate, Gord Kirkwood – Entegra Credit Union, Noah Derksen – Mennonite Brethren Collegiate, Taylor Pischke – Fort Richmond Collegiate

The 2011 Manitoba Credit Union Scholar Athlete Award Winners are:

Melanie Edel,  Morris School.  Melanie was captain of her volleyball and basketball teams and also participated in cross country running, track and field and badminton.  She maintains a 94% average and is student council president, as well as a member of the Year Book Committee, Theatre Club, and Grad Committee, Superintendents Advisory Council, Band Volunteer and other clubs.  She was selected a graduating All-Star in both Volleyball and Basketball and received a Premiers Youth Volunteers Service Award, and recipient of the Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship and the Student Citizenship Award from the Manitoba School Boards Association.  Melanie will be attending the University of Manitoba Basketball in the next year.

 Melanie states “perseverance, courage and determination are just a few words that come to mind when thinking of high school sport…..sport has not only helped me with my physical health but has helped me with my emotional and mental health as well….my education would not have been complete without high school sport….”

Taylor Pischke, Fort Richmond Collegiate.   Taylor participates in cross country running, volleyball, basketball and track.  She was ranked as the top volleyball player in Manitoba and maintains a 96% average.  Taylor volunteers at Victoria General Hospital.  She was selected to the Graduating All Star team in both Volleyball and Basketball and took a Bronze Medal in High Jump at the Track and Field Provincial Championships. 

Taylor states “friends, academics and community service were a huge part of my life at Fort Richmond, but it would not have been the same without high school sports. Participation in sports contributed to my overall personal growth and development and identification to the schools goals and values…..it improved my problem solving skills and gave me a chance to exercise leadership and commitment… it has helped prepare me for the future and the rest of my life’s journey.”

Noah Derksen, Mennonite Brethren Collegiate.  Noah participated in volleyball, basketball, soccer, cross country running and track and field, while maintaining a 97% average.  He was captain of the basketball team and selected as a graduating all star.  In volleyball, where his team captured Silver at the Provincials,  he was ranked as the number four player in the province and also selected as a graduating all star.  Noah also helped out with the Kid’s Club at his church and Red Rock Bible Camp.  Noah also had a lead role in the school musical “Fiddler on the Roof”.  Noah will be attending the University of British Columbia next year.   Noah states…..“Being part of a team will teach discipline, respect, and determination needed to be successful in any area of life…..Everyday, we come into contact with many people, and we must attempt to bring out the best in everyone we encounter.

Alexandra Warburton, Sanford Collegiate.  Alex participates in cross country running, soccer, volleyball, basketball, and track.  She maintains a 98% average and also is a member of the Student Athlete Council, Grad Committee and a Leadership Class participant and as well sits as the Rural Student Representative on the MHSAA Board of Directors.  Alex was a graduating all star in both volleyball and basketball, and received the Carl Ridd Award in Basketball and was ranked at the number seven top female basketball player in the Province.  She was also awarded the Sport Manitoba Great West Life Youth Volunteer of the Year Award.  She also participates in Church Activities and organized a volleyball tournament to raise funds for cancer research.  Alex states “I will always remember the transforming experiences that high school sports have provided me with….through high school sport I have gained confidence in myself and my abilities….high school sport has helped me develop a sense of self and deep respect for teammates, coaches, opponents and officials….the lessons I have learned through high school sport could never have been taught in a classroom – they had to be lived and experienced.  It is my hope that one day I can give back to other high school athletes.”

2009 - 2010
June 25, 2010

(L to R) MHSAA President Don Hurton, Sara Oswald, Mrs Anita Lee, Chloe Reimer , Hon. Philip Lee, Kyle Hancock, Stephanie Kleysen, Mel Edmunds (Credit Unions of Manitoba)

Chloe Reimer, of Sanford Collegiate was captain of her varsity girls volleyball and basketball team and also participated in Cross Country and Track and Field. She was a graduating All-Star in Volleyball and Basketball as well as a member of the “AAA” Provincial Champion Varsity Girls Volleyball team.  Chloe maintains a 96% average and is also involved with her church group, and volunteers at Siloam Mission.  Chloe states …. “The classroom will teach you equations and formulas, sequences and steps, but there is no class that can ever chart what it feels like to be part of a team… The exciting thing about high school sports is that in school you would get to be on teams with your closest friend and see them mature as athletes and people.” 

Sara Oswald, of Oak Park High School was a member of the Oak Park Women’s Hockey Team, Basketball team, Track and Field, Cross Country, and Rugby Team.  She maintains a 95% average and advanced to the  final of the “AAAA” Basketball Championships.  Her Hockey Team captured the City Championship.  She is involved with Student Council, Athletic Committee, Co-Chairs Special Events Committee, youth in philanthropy committee and referee’s Jr. High Volleyball.  Sara states “I have learned from my coaches and fellow athletes how to be a leader, how to win, how to loose and that there is something valuable to be learned in both situations…. being a leaders isn’t always about being the most skilled player on the team….sports have always been important to me as I have created lasting friendships with coaches, teachers and fellow athletes that I will carry with me for a lifetime.

Kyle Hancock, of J.H. Bruns Collegiate participates in Volleyball, Basketball, Cross Country Running, Badminton, Indoor Soccer, Outdoor Soccer and Track and Field.  Kyle maintains a 95% average and also serves as a member of the Grad Committee, and Division Scholar Athlete Luncheon Committee.  He also coaches grade eight boys Basketball at Shamrock School.  Kyle states …. “High School Sports help high school students manage and prioritize their time…. students have to be able to manage their busy lives, and this will help them greatly when it comes to University and their adult lives….. These sports help my mental abilities as it helped me relax and take the stress of school away for a couple of hours…”

Stephanie Kleysen, of Vincent Massey Collegiate participates in Volleyball, Basketball and Handball.  She was a Graduating All-Star in both Volleyball and Basketball and ranked as the number one high school basketball player in Manitoba.  Her Vincent Massey Trojans captured the “AAAA” Basketball Championship this year.  Stephanie maintains a 92% average and is a member of the Grad Committee, Fashion Show Committee,  School Musical, United Nations Conference Club and Key Club.  She was assistant coach of a community minor basketball team and as well represented Manitoba at the Canada Games. 

Stephanie states... “High School Sports have given me the chance to consistently live and promote it, healthy lifestyle, physically, mentally and emotionally.  It has affected me in such a way, that I would not be who I am today if it were not the role high school sports played in my life.  In the future I hope to return the generosity, hard work and countless hours that were dedicated to create such a positive environment benefiting myself and hundreds of other student athlete.

2008 - 2009
June 18, 2009

Scholar/Athlete Awards Presented
The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association and Manitoba's Credit Unions, presented $1,000.00 scholarships to four outstanding Manitoba High School student athletes on Thursday, June 19, 2007 at a Government House reception hosted by Lieutenant Governor, John Harvard.  In order to be considered for this award, students must participate in at least two interscholastic athletic activities, and maintain a minimum 85% academic average.  Other criteria that are considered are the student's involvement in school and community activities, athletic achievements, as well as a two hundred word essay outlining the importance of school sport to the student.

The 2008-2009 Credit Union Scholar Athlete/Award winners are:

Jordan Hurton of Treherne Collegiate
Teslyn Anderson of Hapnot Collegiate in Flin Flon
Yale Michales of Grant Park High School
Andrew Kochan of St. Paul's High School

Jordan Hurton hails from Treherne Collegiate and participates in badminton, volleyball, basketball and track and field.   He was the Most Valuable Player at the Provincial "A" Volleyball Championships as well as an All-Star at the Provincial "A" Basketball Championships.  He has won numerous awards at tournaments and was a member of both the Volleyball and Basketball Graduating All Star Teams.  Jordan maintains a 90% average in honors courses, and is a recipient of the Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship as well as a Canadian Millennium Entrance Scholarship.  He is Student Council President, a member of the Grad Committee, weight training, choir, ensemble, fine arts and numerous other school committees.  Jordan states."involvement in High School Sport instills a sense of belonging and teaches dedication and individually and as a team to pursue goals and build skills.  Team members have to learn commitment to their school, team members and their coaches and to work as a team.  Involvement in Highs School Sport teaches leadership skills, sportsmanship and team work which will transfer into real life situations later in life.  My High School Coach's were amazing role models and mentors who taught me the true value of team work.I have learned it is more important to work hard and play as a team rather than have the tallest players or the players with the most ability."

Teslyn Anderson of Hapnot Collegiate in Flin Flon is an eighteen-year old all round student athlete.  She participates in soccer, volleyball, cross-country running, badminton and track and field, and captured first place at the Zone Cross-Country Championships.  Teslyn maintains a 98% average, and has been on the school honor roll and has won the Scholastic Athletic Award.  She participates on the Athletic Council, Grad Committee, Concert Band, Jazz Band and the school fashion show while tutoring at an elementary school.  Teslyn states. "Have you ever noticed, that the majority of the exceptionally bright students who stand up to accept scholastic awards the majority are also involved in athletics.High School Sports teaches valuable lessons in every aspect of a teenagers life, for some it influences them to make the right decisions for others it provides role models,  High School Sport endows respect for authority upon student while somehow supplying the courage and self confidence to voice opinions when necessary regardless of the consequences.Personally High School Sports has invested me with the fierce drive to succeed, the qualities learned in High School Sport will continue to propel me towards a success in the future."

Yale Michaels of Grant Park High School, played football, volleyball, basketball and rugby, while maintaining a 95% average and was on the school honor roll each semester.  He is also Student Council Co-President and a member of the Grad and Social Justice Committees.  Yale was his schools nominee for the most outstanding Football Player and punted an average of thirty-six yards.  Yale states "Athletics played an integral roll in my high school experience.  As a student athlete, I have developed a strong work ethic, which has modeled of many coaches and mentors.. Having a coach volunteer their own time and knowledge to your development as an athlete and instills a sense of self worth that is difficult to match.I can genuinely say that I am a more confident, outgoing and hard working person than I would have been if I had made the mistake of avoiding sports."

Yale will be attending Harvard University next year and will be a punter on their football team. 

Andrew Kochan of St. Paul's High School participates in football and basketball.  He was a High School Football All-Star and winner of the Harry Hood Award as the most outstanding player in the Winnipeg High School Football League, as well as winning the outstanding lineman award.  He was also a member of the Varsity Basketball Team.  Andrew maintains a 98.5% average and states."the ability to deal with difficult situations is an invaluable lesson sport has taught me.  Sport has also taught me how to be a leader, in sport it is important to have vocal leaders who motivate their team mates, however, if those leaders fail to live up to the expectations then they are ineffective.  Sport has taught me to lead by example.If I worked hard in practice, listened to the coaches and gave everything my all I know my teammates would do the same.While I cannot deny the importance of classroom education it provides the educational foundation necessary for contribution to society, I truly believe my High School education would not have been complete without sport.  Without High School Sport I may have never learned the true significance of hard work, determination, or leadership."

2007 / 2008
June 20, 2008

Scholar/Athlete Awards Presented

The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association and Manitoba’s Credit Unions, presented $1,000.00 scholarships to four outstanding Manitoba High School student athletes on Thursday, June 19, 2007 at a Government House reception hosted by Lieutenant Governor, John Harvard.  In order to be considered for this award, students must participate in at least two interscholastic athletic activities, and maintain a minimum 85% academic average.  Other criteria that are considered are the student’s involvement in school and community activities, athletic achievements, as well as a two hundred word essay outlining the importance of school sport to the student.

The 2007-2008 Credit Union Scholar Athlete/Award winners are:

Kirsten Clark of Hapnot Collegiate in Flin Flon
Karen Oswald of Oak Park High School
Dane Pischke of Fort Richmond Collegiate
Robyn Small of Treherne Collegiate

Kirsten Clark of Hapnot Collegiate in Flin Flon, participates in Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Badminton and Track, while maintaining a 97.3% academic average.  She was selected as a Basketball Graduating All-Star and captain  of the Volleyball, Basketball and Soccer teams.  Kirsten volunteers at Rotary functions, the Inner Wheel boot sale and Flin Flon petting zoo.  She is a soccer referee and leads reading sessions for elementary classes.  Kirsten is Athletic Council President, a member of the Senior band and has helped to organize athletic Fundraisers.

Kirsten states, “Athletics are the other half of a healthy and valuable education…..High school athletics is so much more than an extracurricular activity.  It is a chance to develop communication skills and teamwork.  It is laying the foundation for dedication, punctuality and commitment.  It is preparing the student body for the rest of their lives.  Athletics teach students the important life skills necessary to function outside of high school.  They provide a purpose and set goals for athletes in ways that other activities cannot.”

Karen Oswald of Oak Park High School was captain of the Basketball, Hockey, Cross Country Running and Track & Field teams, and was selected as a Graduating All-Star in Basketball and Hockey.  This 97.3% average student finished sixth in the Cross  Country Provincials and won gold in the 800 m at the recent Milk Track & Field Provincial Championship.  Karen also coaches two WMBA basketball teams and is the assistant track coach at the Junior High.  She is a member of Student Council, Youth in Philanthropy group and helped to organize the grade 12 retreat and pep rallies at Oak Park.  Karen was selected Valedictorian of her class, and has also received Hockey and Basketball scholarships.

Karen states, “My favourite memories by far within sports have been made throughout high school.  Since Grade 10, I have been involved with school sports, playing hockey, basketball, soccer, track & field and cross country; I have been named Captain of many teams and a member of the Athletic Committee.  To me however, the titles mean very little in comparison to the amount I have learned, the experiences I have had and the people I have met throughout these sports.  I have learned leadership qualities, the value of teamwork and I have developed great respect for my school, teammates, coaches and sport as a whole.”

Dane Pischke of Fort Richmond Collegiate participates in Volleyball, Basketball and Track & Field.  He maintains a 94% academic average, was awarded the Nikki Redekop Volleyball Scholarship, Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship and was a Graduating All-Star.  He also competed in both high jump and triple jump at the Provincial Track & Field Championship.  Dane volunteers at the Golden Door Geriatric Centre and Victoria General Hospital Adult morning Program.  He was a member of the Grad committee and is involved in the Terry Fox Run, Walk for the Congo and Walk for Darfour at his school.

Dane states, “My high school sport experiences at Fort Richmond Collegiate were the most enjoyable and special times in the three years which I was enrolled there.  I learned the basics of each of the sports that I played, and more importantly, the basics of life.  The hard work I gave in the gym and on the court/field taught me to work hard in the classroom and has given me the confidence, personal development and leadership that I will need as I enter post-secondary education at the University of Manitoba, and later on in the working world.”

Robyn Small of Treherne Collegiate was selected as a Graduating All-Star in Basketball and Volleyball, and was a Provincial All-Star in the Basketball Provincials where her team won the silver medal.  Robyn maintains a 95% academic average and also participates in badminton, track and fastpitch.  Robyn is also Student Council Treasurer, a member of the grad committee and school choir.  Out of school, she is a Lifeguard/swim instructor who finds time to coach figure skating and help Coach Fastpitch for girls 11 and under.

Robyn states, “High school sports have been a huge part of my life.  I enjoy winning, but I know that success comes on many different levels.  I have gained confidence by being a high school athlete, and I feel that I can do anything with hard work and belief in myself.  Athletes rely on physical toughness, but they also need mental toughness and this is where academics and athletics meet.  One of the most important lessons I have learned is to respect everyone: teammates, opposition, coaches, refs and yourself.  I have worked with a variety of coaches and I know that a coach is a very special person.  I became a coach because I looked up to my coaches and wanted to be a positive role model to younger students.”

These awards are sponsored by Manitoba’s Credit Unions in cooperation with the Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association.  The scholarships presented will be used to help offset tuition costs and other expenses of post secondary education.

Scholar/Athlete Awards Presented

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(L to R) Mel Edmunds of Swan Valley Credit Union, Daniel Vis of St. Paul’s High School, Kimberly-Ann Bordun of Shevchenko School in Vita, John Harvard, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, Alex Bell of Lord Selkirk, Adam Erickson of J. H. Bruns Collegiate, Ross Metcalfe, President of MHSAA)

The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association and Manitoba's Credit Unions, presented $1,000.00 scholarships to four outstanding Manitoba High School student athletes on Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at a reception hosted by Lieutenant Governor, John Harvard. In order to qualify for this award, students must participate in at least two interscholastic athletic activities, and maintain a minimum 85% average. Other criteria that are considered are the student's involvement in school and community activities, athletic achievements, as well as a two hundred word essay indicating the importance of school sport.

The 2006-2007 Credit Union Scholar Athlete/Award winners are:

Kimberly-Ann Bordun of Shevchenko School in Vita
Alex Bell of Lord Selkirk Regional Secondary School
Adam Erickson of J. H. Bruns Collegiate
Daniel Vis of St. Paul's High School

Kimberly-Ann Bordun of Shevchenko School in Vita, Manitoba, participates in Soccer, Cross Country, Basketball, Badminton, Track & Field and Curling. Captain of her soccer team, and co-captain of her Basketball team, Kimberly-Ann finished 12th in the Cross Country provincials, represented her school at the Badminton Zone playoffs and was the top scorer on her basketball team. She maintains a 95% academic average and has been on the honour roll since grade 7 and is a candidate for the Governor General's bronze medal. Selected class valedictorian, Kimberly-Ann is a member of Shevchenko's student council and yearbook committee as well as having a major part in the school's drama production. Kimberly-Ann is also a lifeguard and aquacises instructor and coaches volleyball and basketball.

Kimberly-Ann states, "High school sports are extremely important, if an individual is to develop in a healthy, happy way. By belonging to a school team, one learns how to work well with others, and realizes that through teamwork, everyone's goals can be achieved….Through sports, students also have the ability to build friendships with fellow teammates and create life-long memories. Athletes learn to respect their coaches and value the time that is spent in helping them to accomplish their very best."

Alex Bell of Lord Selkirk Regional Secondary School participates in volleyball, Track & Field, Badminton, Soccer and Cross-Country Running. She placed 3rd in the 2006 Cross Country Running Championships and won 2006 "AAAA" Girls Volleyball Championship with the Selkirk Royals. She maintains a 95.6% academic average, is on the honour roll and had the highest average in Senior 3. Alex is Student Council co-President, a Youth in Philanthropy member and a member of the High Performance Cross Country Ski team, participating in the Canada Winter Games.

Alex states, "An important part of my education has come from school sports. I have had the chance to look up to outstanding role models and eventually become one myself. School sport has taught me how to be a valued team member and how to deal with the responsibilities and expectations that come with team involvement……It has taught me that believing is achieving…..The most valuable thing that high school sport has taught me is to never give up and believe in myself."

Adam Erickson of J.H. Bruns Collegiate participates in volleyball, basketball and badminton. Captain of the Broncos volleyball team and a starter on their South Central Athletic Conference Champions basketball team, Adam was also selected to the Manitoba Volleyball Association's Graduating All-Star Team. He maintains a 94.2% academic average even scored 100% on the provincial pre-calculus exam. Adam is a peer tutor for mathematics and was involved in the fundraising program for graduation. He was head coach of the grade 8 boys volleyball team at Shamrock School, and also volunteered at the Louis Riel School division middle years track meet and refereed basketball and volleyball.

Adam states, "High school sports have had a major influence in my life. They make me feel like I am playing for something bigger than myself: I am playing for my teammates, my coaches, my friends, my family, and most importantly, my school……It is amazing how many life long friendships can result from being part of a group, no matter how successful you are…..I have learned that nothing in life comes easy, and in order to be successful, I must put in many hours of hard work, physically and mentally."

Daniel Vis (pronounced Viss) of St. Paul's High School, participated in cross-country running, volleyball, track & field and soccer. Daniel's Crusaders enjoyed much success this year, winning the "AAAA" provincial volleyball Championships, finishing 2nd in the Provincial Cross Country and the recent Soccer Championships. Daniel was selected an All-Star in the West Winnipeg Athletic Conference championship. Maintaining a 95.3% academic average, he is on the gold honour roll, and held the highest academic standing in grade 12. Daniel is a certified lifeguard, participated in the thirty hour famine, lead the Freshmen retreat, and participated with the school's recycling program.

Daniel states, "The value of sport at the high school level is irrefutable and they are probably needed now more than ever. With obesity on the rise, high school sport can be one of the best tools to fight it, with not only people being active when they are young, but carrying these habits into their lives ahead……When I was playing in front of over a thousand screaming fans in the provincial high school volleyball championship I realized what our volleyball team had done for our school community. Due to our volleyball success this year, we enjoyed huge fan support. We must have had half the school out cheering for a sport that had never seen many fans in the past at St. Paul's. It was a great feeling, and one that I will never forget.

These awards are sponsored by Manitoba's Credit Unions in cooperation with the Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association. The scholarships presented will be used to help offset tuition costs and other expenses of post secondary education.

2005-06

2006 Scholar/Athlete Awards Presented

(from left) Mel Edmunds of Swan Valley Credit Union, Kathleen Vitt of Lord Selkirk Regional School, Chris Ferguson-Martin of Grant Park High School, Teryl Sansom of Erickson Collegiate, Jordan Nostedt of Neelin High School in Brandon, and Ross Metcalfe, President of the MHSAA.

The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association and Manitoba's Credit Unions, presented $1,000.00 scholarships to four outstanding Manitoba High School student/athletes at a reception on Monday, June 26, 2006. In order to qualify for this award, students must participate in at least two interscholastic athletic activities, and maintain a minimum 85% average. Other criteria that are considered are the student's involvement in school and community activities, athletic achievements, as well as a two hundred word essay indicating the importance of school sport.

The 2005-2006 Credit Union Scholar Athlete/Award winners are:

Jordan Nostedt of Neelin High School (Brandon), participates in volleyball and basketball. Jordan was a selected as an All-Star at both the Volleyball and Basketball Provincial Championships as well as being named to the graduating All-Star team in both sports. He maintains a 92 % academic average. Jordan was selected as the Most Valuable Player in the Graduating All-Star Game for basketball and is a recipient of a McDonald's BEST Basketball Scholarship, as well as being a finalist for the Governor General Award.

Jordan states, "High school sports plays a huge role in the development of young individuals into outstanding citizens in our community…..I look back and sports have been the main force in the shaping of who I am as a person. It is these memories and friendships along with the life lessons taken from sport, that I will forever cherish and remember when I think back to high school."

Kathleen Vitt, of Lord Selkirk Regional Comprehensive Secondary School participates in volleyball, track and field, soccer and badminton. She was named captain of her volleyball team that captured the Provincial "AAAA" Championship, and was selected as a graduating All-star. Kathleen was also co-captain of her soccer team and maintains a 93% academic average, earning honours with distinction.

Kathleen states, "I have participated in organized school athletics for as long as I can remember. Sports are, and will always be, one of my greatest passions in life. The importance of high school sport, and the benefits I have received from my school years lived through sport are immeasurable. High School sports has taught me the value of

commitment and dedication. In order to be a true teammate, whom others will respect, showing commitment and dedication at every practice and game is imperative."

Chris Ferguson-Martin of Grant Park High School participates in cross-country, volleyball, track & field, basketball, badminton and soccer. Chris was selected as the Captain of the Boys Volleyball team and as a graduating all-star. He was a starter on the Basketball Team, and a Silver medallist in the zone boys singles badminton championships. He maintains a 96% academic average and has been on the honour Roll each term during the 2005-2006 school year. He has been awarded a Trent University's Champlain Scholarship.

Chris states, "The lessons gained from one's teachers, coaches , the agony of defeat, the ecstasy of victory, and everything in between are undoubtedly priceless and contribute significantly to one's growth. Personally, I am eternally grateful for those lessons, as they have shaped me into the man that I am today….From exposure to such a life, a person can gain invaluable skills, such as teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship skills just to name a few."

Teryl Sansom of Erickson Collegiate participates in volleyball, curling, badminton, and track & field. She was co-captain of her volleyball team and participated in the badminton provincials. She maintains a 96.7% academic average and is on the Gold Honour Roll. Teryl scored 99% on Provincial ELA exam and is a candidate for the Governor General's bronze medal, as well as having been offered entrance scholarships at both the University of Alberta and the University of Manitoba.

Teryl states, "High School sports have been an integral part of the last four years of my life, teaching me about teamwork, sportsmanship, pride, leadership and commitment ….Competition occurs in all aspects of life, and sports have prepared me to deal with all possible outcomes of such competition. I have learned life lessons, and have the skills to stay physically fit for the rest of my life. Without high school sports, I would not be the same individual I am today."

Twenty-three nominations from across the province were submitted. Each of the four recipients will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship from Manitoba's Credit Unions, as well as an attractive plaque. The awards were presented by Mel Edmunds of the Swan Valley Credit Union and Ross Metcalfe, President of the MHSAA. The scholarship is to be used towards full-time post-secondary education.

2004-05

For Immediate Release
June 23, 2005

Scholar/Athlete Awards Presented

(from left) includes: Willie Bell - Lord Selkirk Regional, Mallory Wray - Cartwright School, Mel Edmunds - Swan Valley Credit Union, Andrew Roorda - Dakota Collegiate and Ashley Morris - John Taylor Collegiate.

The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association supported by Manitoba's Credit Unions, presented $1,000.00 scholarships to four outstanding Manitoba High School students on Thursday, June 23, 2005. In order to qualify for this award, students must participate in at least two interscholastic, athletic activities and maintain a minimum 85% average. Other criteria that are considered are the student's involvement in school and community activities, athletic achievements, as well as a two hundred word essay indicating the importance of school sport.

The awards were presented at a reception hosted at Government House by His Honour, Lieutenant Governor John Harvard. Mr. Mel Edmunds, of Swan Valley Credit Union, representing Manitoba's Credit Unions and MHSAA President, Ross Metcalfe also participated in the awards ceremony.

Ashley Morris of John Taylor Collegiate participates in cross-country running, volleyball, basketball, badminton, handball and track & field. She was captain of the varsity volleyball and basketball teams and was selected as an all-star at a number of tournaments in both sports. She has an 88 % average. Ashley was chosen as a graduating all-star in both volleyball and basketball this year, and was selected Most Valuable Player at the "AAAA" Basketball Provincials which John Taylor captured. She also serves on Student Council.

Ashley states, "Athletics are an essential part of a well rounded high school education. They prepare you for life in ways that the classroom cannot. Commitment, leadership and motivation are just some of the skills that athletes develop while participating in high school sport……the feeling you get after achieving a personal best or winning a championship is what pushes me to work harder. Athletes understand that success requires hard work and are willing put in the effort to experience that success."

Willie Bell of Lord Selkirk Regional Secondary School, participates in volleyball, cross-country running, indoor and outdoor track and water polo. He placed first in the senior boys category in all of the KPAC conference meets and took a silver medal at cross-country provincials and 4th in the 3000m event at Provincial Track. He set a number of indoor track records at the KPAC championship. Willie maintains a 98.1% average and is Student Council Co-President. He also participated in the Champions cross-mentoring program, and is chairman of the Lord Selkirk Youth and Philanthropy Committee.

Willie states, "Some people look at others with high marks and say that they must be smart. It may be more likely that students with high marks simply decided to do the work to obtain their goal. This is the main thing that sport has taught me, the correlation between effort and result. As well, my team experiences have included many friendships and have provided me with both social and leadership skills…..I feel that a large part of my education, to this point in my life, has come from sport."

Mallory Wray of Cartwright School participates in golf, volleyball, hockey, track & field, and was captain of the golf, volleyball and hockey teams. She maintains a 95% average and is Valedictorian for her graduating class. Mallory is President of Student Council, President of the Grad Committee and is involved with music and piano. She delivers "meals on wheels", is involved with Sunday School and other community activities.

Mallory states, "As a student/athlete, I have definitely had to become more organized to maintain a high academic standing and remain successful in athletics. I have become more determined, self-disciplined, confident and athletically skilled. I have realized the importance of sportsmanship while continuing to respect all coaches, officials and especially the opponents…..I have discovered that athletics aren't only fun and games, but are learning experiences that strengthen some areas that are not always focused on in the classroom.

Andrew Roorda of Dakota Collegiate participates in basketball, volleyball, handball, and track & field. He is a graduating volleyball all-star and winner of the Dennis Nord Award for the outstanding high school volleyball player in Manitoba. He also was a recipient of the Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Scholarship and made it to the basketball and volleyball provincials. Andrew maintains a 97% academic Average and also participates in the school tour band and University of Winnipeg downtown jazz band. He coaches grade 7 & 8 girls volleyball at Labarrier Crossing school.

Andrew states, "Being involved in interscholastic athletics has developed my goal setting skills, and more importantly, given me an inner sense of achievement and satisfaction. It is this sense of achievement that has instilled a greater confidence within me in all areas of life. Athletics have taught me to effectively deal with negative situations with class and dignity, molding me into the young man I am today…..High school sport is an essential aspect of the scholastic experience. It offers the students a chance to develop long-lasting friendships and involve them in a social activity."

Forty-three nominations from across the province were submitted. Each of the four recipients will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship from Manitoba's Credit Unions, as well as an attractive plaque. The scholarship is to be used towards full-time post-secondary education.

2003-04

• Suzanne Holatko - Silver Heights
• Adam Muzychuk - St. Paul's
• Ryan Hudson - Dakota
• Holly Kroeker - Boissevain

(from left to right: Mike Selci - CIBC, Suzanne Holatko - Silver Heights, Adam Muzychuk - St. Paul's, Ryan Hudson - Dakota, Holly Kroeker - Boissevain)

The Manitoba High Schools Athletic Association, in cooperation with CIBC, is pleased to announce the winners of the 2004 CIBC Scholar Athlete Awards. These awards are presented to four (4) graduating high school athletes who maintain a minimum 85% average, and compete in at least two (2) inter-scholastic athletic sports. Other criteria used to select the recipients include community, school and citizenship activities.

Suzanne Holatko, of Silver Heights Collegiate, is captain of both her varsity volleyball and basketball teams. She received the Carl Ridd basketball scholarship and was MVP at the Silver Heights Basketball tournament. Her volleyball team was also recognized with the Manitoba Hydro Sportsmanship Award. Suzanne maintains an 89% average and scored a 100% mark on the provincial pre-calculus exam. She referees basketball and softball in the community and has judged at the Golden Gate Science Fair.

Suzanne states, "High school sports have given me many opportunities over the past four years. They have taught me leadership skills and responsibility….Playing sports over the years also kept me out of trouble. Instead of spending my time watching television, I spend my time working out or practicing for the big game…..One of the biggest influences in high school sports are your coaches. They are the ones who will teach you many skills, the ones who might get mad at you, but always want the best for you."

Adam Muzychuk, of St. Paul's High School, is a three-sport athlete participating in football, rugby and hockey. Both his football and hockey teams gained city champion status, and as well Adam was awarded the Friar Nicholson hockey scholarship for his outstanding abilities and citizenship in high school hockey. Adam maintains a 95.6% average and is class council sports rep, and participates in a variety of other activities, both school and community.

Adam states, "….High school athletics are an integral part of a well rounded education. Playing sports at the high school level teaches the participants many lessons that cannot be taught in the classroom. Such lessons include: teamwork, the idea that the individual is part of the whole and can reach greater heights by working effectively with others, as well as teaching balance in daily life….The memories of playing high school sports with my friends will always be with me and I know that some day, I will undoubtedly become
one of those embarrassing dads that never stops telling his children's friends about how great his school was at sports and how much fun he had playing."

Holly Kroeker, of Boissevain School, participates in volleyball, basketball, badminton and fastball. Her volleyball team made it to the provincial championship, where she was selected as an all-star, while her basketball team captured the provincial championship and she was named Most Valuable Player, and selected as the Players' Choice Award winner. She was also a member of the Graduating All-Star volleyball team and her basketball team received an NBA Sportsmanship Award. Holly maintains a 95% average and is involved with many school committees including the grad decorating committee, singing O'Canada at home games and student government. She plays guitar and sings in a church group.

Holly states, "High School athletics have been a huge benefit to me because they have allowed me to get to know people in my school that I would not have otherwise gotten to know. You grow up so close to your teammates because you are with them all the time. The friendships that I have built through sports are something that I will never give up. School sports has taught me how to organize my time and my school work. It is hard to balance friends, school and sports and it has taken self discipline to accomplish a working equation."

Ryan Hudson, of Dakota Collegiate participates in volleyball, hockey, basketball and handball. His Lancers captured the Provincial "AAAA" Volleyball Championship where he was selected as an All-Star. He was also selected to the Graduating All-Star volleyball team and was runner up for the MVA Player of the Year. He received the Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial scholarship award, was co-captain of the Lancers Hockey team and received the Winnipeg Enterprises Scholarship for hockey. Ryan maintains a 96% average and is on the Student Council Sports Committee, volunteers at church, Manitoba Marathon and other activities.

Ryan states, "It has been said that what defines you as a person is what you do and how you do it. High school sports has molded my personality and allowed me to grow into the person that I have become. High school sports truly goes beyond just athletics as the countless life lessons that I have learned from my experienced coaches will undoubtedly stay with me for the rest of my life. I can truly say that high school sport has left me a better person. I have learned many values and life skills."

These four individuals will receive a $500.00 scholarship from CIBC as well as an attractive plaque. Presenting the awards is Mike Selci, General Manager, CIBC Imperial Service Centre.

2002-03

• Madison Leitch of St. Paul's High School
• Taryn Dickson of Morris School
• Meagan Paradine of Major Pratt (Russell)
• Kyle Nixon of Major Pratt

L-R MHSAA president Jean Beaumont, Gord Nixon, Frank McKinnon, Murray Black, Gary Shingleton (Manitoba Hydro).Gord Nixon of Major Pratt School in Russell was named High School Coach of the Year, and Murray Black of Neepawa was awarded the Frank McKinnon award for outstanding leadership and commitment. Awards were presented June 15 in Portage La Prairie at MHSAA Annual Meeting.

(Click on photo for a larger version) The CIBC Scholar/Athlete awards were presented on June 18. Pictured are, MHSAA president Jean Beaumont, Madison Leitch of St. Paul's High School, Taryn Dickson of Morris School, Meagan Paradine of Major Pratt (Russell), Kyle Nixon of Major Pratt, and Janice Keddie of CIBC.

2001-02

• Marcy Heaman of Virden Collegiate
• Kara Menzies of Neepawa Area Collegiate
• Jordan Keith Warner of Goose Lake (Roblin)
• Sheena Dalene Grobb of Treherne Collegiate

2000-01

• Deanna Beachel - Warren Collegiate
• Kent Borkowski - Teulon Collegiate
• Chris Regehr - Mennonite Collegiate (Gretna)
• Christopher Porter - Sisler High School

1999-2000

• Lars Johnston - Crocus Plains Regional
• Tyra Dickson - Morris School
• Yacine Bara - Miles MacDonell
• Malissa Lundgren - St. John's Ravenscourt

1998 - 99

• Kimon Issigonis - Vincent Massey High School (Bdn)
• Travis Hamilton - Glenboro School
• Trisha Paseska - Westwood Collegiate
• Christopher Batty - Grant park High School

1997 - 98

• Stephen Paul - Elmwood Collegiate
• Tanissa Martindale - Sisler High School
• Tom Black - Neepawa Area Collegiate
• Jared Wesley - Minnedosa Collegiate

1996 - 97

• Sara Harms - Windsor Park Collegiate
• Derek Eidse - Rosenore Collegiate
• Robert McNabb - Minnedosa Collegiate

1995 - 96

• Francine LaBossiere - Institut Collegial Saint-Pierre
• Carmen Hurd - Vincent Massey High School - Brandon
• David Ambrose - Teulon Collegiate
• Kelly Ennis - Treherne Collegiate

1994 - 95

• Stephanie Dyck - River East Collegiate
• Jaydee Gushalak - Roseau Valley (Dominion City)
• Joe Friesen - Kelvin High School
• Antonio Hermenigildo - R.D. Parker (Thompson)

1993 - 94

• Sami-Jo Small - College Jeanne Sauve
• Kalvin Fey - River East Collegiate
• Janna Taylor - John Taylor Collegiate
• Kathryn Murison - Morris School

1992 - 93

• Jackie Honey - St. John's Ravenscourt
• Lynda Earle - Grant Park High School
• Jennifer Balen - Teulon Collegiate
• Darryl Penner - River East Collegiate

1991 - 92

• Jon Hanec - Dakota Collegiate
• Anndrea O'Connor - Glenlawn Collegiate
• Grant Hunter - Virden Collegiate
• Victoria Neufeld - Garden City Collegiate (Winkler)

1990 - 91

• Cameron Towle - Dauphin Regional
• Kristen Koskie - Dakota Collegiate
• Charla Jane Mathison - Hamiota Collegiate
• Shaun Goho - Grant Park High School

1989 - 90

• Kelly Good - Vincent Massey High School
• Lorriane Sawatsky - Westgate Mennonite Collegiate
• Brent Peter Zabolotny - Garden Valley Collegiate
• Leanne Teressa Gates - Treherne Collegiate

1988 - 89

• John Timothy Lysack - St. John's Ravenscourt
• Lara Winstone - Dakota Collegiate
• Adrienne Toogood - Westwood Collegiate

1987 - 88

• Sharlene Hermiston - Vincent Massey Collegiate (Wpg.)
• Carlolyn O-Hara - Nelson McIntyre Collegiate
• Shauna Strech - Lord Selkirk Comprehensive School
• Adriane Lynn Cote - Ross L. Gray School (Sprague)

1986 - 87

• Danny Ilchyna - Glanlawn Collegiate
• Tom Huisman - Miles MacDonell Collegiate
• Carla Bridge - Hamiota Collegiate
• Judith Friesen - Mennonite Collegiate Institute (Gretna)

1985 - 86

• Lise Jubinville - Nelson McIntyre Collegiate
• Dina Witwicki - River East Collegiate
• Cindy Gabor - Vincent Massey Collegiate (Bdn.)
• Paul Pronyk - St. Paul's High School

1984 - 85

• Harley Boles - Grant Park High School
• Merril Pauls - Kelvin High School
• Darren Ure - Crocus Plains Regional High School (Bdn.)
• Linda Tataryn - Kildonan East Regional Secondary School
• Pamela Glover - Grant Park High School
• Rhonda Switzer - Arthur Meighen High School (Portage la Prairie)