February 21, 2008
Number 12
                                                                                                                                    1.. Manitoba Foundation for Sports Scholarships are awarded to graduating high school students entering a post secondary program.  Preference will be given to athletes attending university or college in Manitoba and enrolled in a related field, pursuing a career in sport.  Applications are available on http://www.sportmanitoba.ca/scholarships.php  and due by March 28.

2.. Canadian Olympic Committee Calls for Applications for 2008 Beijing Olympic Youth Camp.  For further information, check out http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/January2008/10/c8061.html.

3.. Walk to Afghanistan in support of 800 CFB Shilo soldiers   - CFB Shilo is running an activity challenge in support of the 800 soldiers that are being deployed from Shilo to Afghanistan.  The goal is to walk the 13,000 kms over to Afghanistan for each of the 800 soldiers.  It is very easy to participate.  For example, when a team plays one hockey game, they would accumulate 13kms for each team member.  Also, for every hour that the team practices, it would accumulate another 13 kms per player.  If a team is interested in participating, simply calculate how many practices and/or games per week they have/had - from Jan. 25th - March 9th.  For more information, contact Eva Cameron, Health Promotion Administrative Assistant, CFB Shilo 765-3000 ext. 3868 or email walktoafghanistan@gmail.com.
 
4.. MHSAA Board Meeting Minutes - the Minutes from our November 2007 Board of Directors Meeting have now been posted on the website. 
 
5.. MHSAA Scholarships and Awards - Application forms for the Ed Belfour Award, Alexander Josephson Memorial Scholarship, Friar Nicolson Award, D'Arcy Bain/Fred Stevenson Hockey Scholarship, Winnipeg Jets Alumni and Friends Scholarship, and Todd Davison Memorial Scholarship are now posted on  the MHSAA website, http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/forms.php. 
 
6.. Legion Athletic Camps - Registrations are now being accepted for the 47th Legion Athletic Camp. Students should register early to ensure that you are not disappointed. This camp is hosted at the International Peace Garden . For Further information, check out http://www.legionathleticcamp.com/
 
7.. University Volleyball - Canada West Women's Volleyball Final Four
Friday Feb  22 6pm Manitoba vs Alberta and 8pm UBC vs Calgary

Saturday, Feb 23 6pm Bronze Medal Match, 8pm Gold Medal Match

Tickets are available at the door: Adults $10, Students & Seniors $5, Children 12 and under are free.  Special Play off family pass is available for only $20.  This is good for 2 adult and 2 student admissions a savings of $10.  For more information, contact Shane Ray, Marketing Coordinator ph:  (204) 474-7458, recreationservices.ca or gobisons.ca.

8.. U of M Bisons Women's Soccer ID/Evaluation Camp - May 2-4, 2008 interested high school student athletes are invited to attend their Spring Soccer Evaluation Camp - Cost is $10.00.  For more information, contact Dr. Gary Johnson at 474-9795 or gary_johnson@umanitoba.ca.
 
9.. 2008 Annual General Meeting - The MHSAA Annual meeting will take place June 15 - 17 at the Canad Inn Portage La Prairie.  Plan now to attend.  The registration form has been posted on the website, http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/forms.php. 
 
10.. Athletic Directors' Conference - The National Federation Athletic Directors' Conference is a great professional development opportunity.  Join 2,000 coaches and athletic directors from the US and Canada in San Diego December 13 - 17, 2008.  For more information, contact Morris at 925-5641 or morris@mhsaa.ca
 
11.. Garett Lee Sidor Basketball Scholarship - The MHSAA is pleased to announce a new scholarship in honour of Garett Sidor, a Windsor Park student who tragically passed away last year.  Garett was selected as an All-Star at the Provincials, which his team captured.  The $500.00 scholarship will be awarded annually to a "AAA" male basketball player.  Donations to this fund can be made at the Winnipeg Foundation.  Application forms are available at http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/forms.php. 
 
12.. Online Registration - IF you would like your appropriate coach to receive information about upcoming Provincial Championships, such as Basketball, Curling and Hockey  (and other relevant information), please ensure that their email addresses are entered in the online system and are correct.  (I'm sure that these Coaches would appreciate important information, but if their email address is incorrect, we have no way of knowing and they will not receive this information).