Gaining a mentor through the Canada Games Aboriginal Apprentice Coaching Program
From shadowing his father at 14 years old, to attending the 2025 Canada Summer Games with the Aboriginal Apprentice Coaching Program (AACP), Thomas Favel has had one goal: to be…
Returning to the helm
In 2016, Reid Richard thought he had wrapped his wheelchair basketball career after he followed most of his teammates into retirement. At that point, his playing career included a bronze…
Celebrate Coaches Week in Saskatchewan
Hey, Saskatchewan, it’s time to say, “Thanks Coach!” In support of the Coaches Association of Saskatchewan and National Coaches Week, the Government of Saskatchewan proclaimed September 15 to 21, 2025…
The value of the Aboriginal Coaching Modules
Coaches who dedicate seven hours to attending the Aboriginal Coaching Modules (ACM) can make a lifetime of difference for athletes. First established in 2003, the ACM was developed by the…
Women in Coaching Mentorship Program creates a community
Ensuring there is an accessible and supportive community for women coaches in Saskatchewan is essential, especially for Saskatoon freestyle ski coach, Lauren Ryan. When first getting involved as a coach…
Hatley at the helm
Over the past five years, family has become the foundation on which James Hatley has built his volunteer journey. Currently, that means that the Hatley family’s Thursday night plans include…
Athlete or coach, the Magus name sets for success
The Magus family has experienced a series of serendipitous moments both on and off the volleyball court. After committing years to the sport as an athlete, including time as a…
McGregor, Garchinski already reaping benefits of Canada Games apprenticeship
By Ryan Flaherty for the Coaches Association of Saskatchewan For young athletes, competing in the Canada Games can be an important step on the path to higher levels of sport….
Four coaches receive accolades at 40th Annual Saskatchewan Sport Awards
After guiding two divers through the Olympic Games in Paris, Mary Carroll was named Coach of the Year. She was selected to attend the Games as one of two Team…
Six coaches honoured at Saskatchewan Sport Awards
Sask Sport has announced the finalists for the 40th Annual Saskatchewan Sport Awards Coach of the Year Award, including Ryan Jones, Mary Carroll and Tyrell Sawatzky, as well as Carla…