Lee Bells and Lisa Schwark are the latest honourees with their Horizon Central Athletic Association Recognition Awards. The HCAA recognizes the varied contributions of the eight individuals for the immeasurable, valuable, and selfless service provided to students and student-athletes in their own communities and in the association. In a recognition series, we’ll meet a pair of them each day.
Lee Bells (Winston High School, Watrous)
Lee has been heavily involved in the athletics programs as both an official and a coach at Winston High for many years. He most recently had led the senior boys basketball team to four straight Regionals appearances with very competitive showings everywhere they have played. He was also the most experienced basketball official in the school, mentoring younger officials wherever needed. He was always there for the basketball programs on both sides of the ball – coach and official.
Lee retired from teaching at the end of June, 2023. His contributions as a coach, official, and staff member will be sorely missed.
Lisa Schwark (Three Lakes School, Middle Lake)
Lisa Schwark has been coaching for over 20 years in Cudworth and most recently Middle Lake. In her time in these schools, she has coached just about every activity. Even when no daycare was available, she would be conducting practice while her own children would play on the stage. She is always there for the students and pushes them to be their best.
Lisa’s biggest passion is curling. She coached many teams in Cudworth and then continued into Three Lakes School in Middle Lake. Long road trips to seek out weekend bonspiels were never considered a chore, and the sleepovers were always memorable.
Lisa Schwark is a fabulous coach. Since coming to Three Lakes School, Lisa has coached nonstop. Her cross country running team has recently captured a Provincial team medal. She also coaches all of the badminton within the school and is a major contributor at the District track meet each season.
Thanks to HCAA for providing the bios.