November 6, 2007
Number 7

1. Dr. Dale Iwanoczko Memorial Volleyball Scholarship application form now posted at http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/forms.php.  Four $750.00 scholarships will be awarded.  Each school may nominate on male and one female athlete.  This is a great way to recognize your volleyball players and assist with the cost of post secondary education.

2. Hockey eligibility deadline November 15.  All players including AP have to be entered.
 
3. Manitoba Score Magazine- Look for the next issue of Manitoba Score Magazine to be distributed on November 12.  The cover features high school Volleyball players and looks at the upcoming Provincials.  Email info@manitobascore.com with questions or visit
www.manitobascore.com for information on purchasing copies for your school.
 
4. Manitoba High School Sports Hall of Fame-  The MHSAA will be developing an online Hall of Fame.  Criteria is currently being finalized, but if you know of a deserving individual that you think should be recognized, please e-mail morris@mhsaa.ca.
 
5. Handbook Misprint - The fax number for the Gray Academy of Jewish Education should read 477-7475.  please change this in your handbook in two places, the yellow directory section at the back, and under the Urban Soccer Provincial Information.  Thank you.
 
6. Volleyball Championships - if you would like a tentative schedule for your respective championship, they have been forwarded to zone convenors.  Volleyball Championships schedules are on our website, www.mhsaa.ca.

Please remember to email carey at carey@mhsaa.ca or call him at 925-5642 as soon as your zone representative has been determined.

Please check pages 30-36 of the Provincial Handbook or http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/sports/volleyball.php for information on rosters, wildcards, championship formats, uniform rules, etc.  This may become very important if you qualify for a Volleyball Championship or interested in a wildcard.

7. "A" BOYS Volleyball Convenor - please note that there has been a change in the "A" Boys Volleyball convenor as listed in the handbook on page 30.  The championships are still in Wawanesa, but the convenor information has been changed to Jonathan Holland, ph:  1866-422-5118, email:  jonathanh@fc.shsd.mb.ca
 
8. School Resources - The MHSAA is looking for assistance in creating a DVD on the importance of school sport and one on sportsmanship.  We are also looking at designing a brochure on the MHSAA.  If your school has students that have talent in any of these areas, please contact Morris at morris@mhsaa.ca or 925-5641.
 
9. FIBA Basketball Scoresheets - New, FIBA basketball scoresheets are now available through the MHSAA office.  Cost is $6.25 for a package of 25 scoresheets.  For further information, or to place your order, contact info@mhsaa.ca, or call Christine at 925-5640.
 
10. Human Kinetics is offering an exclusive Online Christmas Special ~ 25% off all purchases + Free Shipping on orders of $50+ . To place your order, click on http://www.mhsaa.mb.ca/pages/resources/ct_resources.php  where you will find the Human Kinetics link. Enter marketing code X369 when placing your order to receive the 25% off. If the Free Shipping applies the shipping amount will be deducted from your order when processed. Offer valid on Canadian
 
11. Fundraising Opportunity - Fort Whyte invites non-profit groups to sell Adventure Travel Raffle Tickets and earn 50% of your total sales revenue!  Ticket purchasers are eligible to win awesome prizes like a trip to Iceland or to see Beluga Wales, as well as receiving free admission to Fort Whyte.  For additional information, contact Leslie Alexander at 989-8359 or lalexander@fortwhyte.org.
 
12. The MHSAA is pleased to welcome Russell Athletic as a new corporate partner.  Russell will be providing t-shirts and hoodies for the All Stars and MVP's at our Volleyball and Basketball Provincials as well as for the Winnipeg Football Championships.