Community in Motion program bringing activity and connection to Lampman’s Therapeutic Park

The Shirley Carson Therapeutic Park in Lampman has launched a new program aimed at getting people of all ages moving while enjoying the outdoors.

Treasurer of the park committee, Monica Dukart, says the initiative, called Community in Motion, is all about encouraging residents to come out, walk, and connect.

“Initially, what we're trying to do is think of ways to encourage the community to use the therapeutic park, to enjoy all the beautiful flowers and trees,” said Dukart. “So we thought, why don’t we meet once a week and encourage the community to get moving?”

Goaltenders shine in Broncos pre-season win over Regina

One of the most promising scorers in the WHL made their pre-season debut last night, but it was the goaltenders who stole the show.

Berney Weston and Aiden Eskit slowed Maddox Schultz and the Regina Pats in a 2-1 victory for the Swift Current Broncos.

It was a pre-season "rookie game" between the two clubs. 

Weston stopped 27 of the 28 shots he faced in his half of the game, while Eskit then turned aside all 28 shots sent his way.

Wranglers left winger takes home dual sportsmanship honours

A Sylvan Lake Wrangler has won two awards for his sportsmanship this season.

Justin Gyori earned both his team’s Most Sportsmanlike Player award and the HJHL’s Most Sportsmanlike Award.

According to the Wranglers, the honour recognizes a player who demonstrates character, integrity and sportsmanship without compromising skill or performance.

Gyori has been an offensive leader over the past two seasons, topping the Wranglers in scoring during that time.

SWAC sees growing athletic participation in schools

The school year may have just started yesterday, but SWAC athletics are already in full swing.

"It's always exciting," said SWAC Athletic Coordinator Valerie Gordon. "It's the start of a new year. We've had some outstanding results in our past year, and the coaches and the kids are raring to go. I always look forward to the excitement of the start of a new sports season."

Participation levels are up substantially throughout the Chinook School Division.