We’re stepping into the spotlight once again this National Wheelchair Basketball Week, this time focusing on a rising star on the court – Katie Bajema. As part of our special coverage, we caught up with Darrell Nordell, the Head Coach of Team Alberta Wheelchair Basketball, to give us an inside perspective on Bajema’s journey in … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Coach Nordell’s High Praise for Athlete Katie Bajema
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Wheelchair Basketball Week: Nik Goncin
Celebrating National Wheelchair Basketball Week, we shine the spotlight on a dedicated player within our sporting family—Nik Goncin; A seasoned Team Canada player and a member of The Calgary Rollers. Goncin’s journey in wheelchair basketball began in 2008 and quickly snowballed into an international career. After losing his leg, he didn’t have much interest in … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Nik Goncin
Wheelchair Basketball Week: Reed De’Aeth
As National Wheelchair Basketball Week 2023 (#WBWeek23) gets underway, we commence our series of highlights by featuring Team Alberta and Senior Men’s National Team Athlete, Reed De’Aeth. De’Aeth’s journey in wheelchair basketball was sparked in 2016 when Darrell Nordell introduced him to the sport at a Para Athlete search event in Calgary. His trajectory was … Continue reading Wheelchair Basketball Week: Reed De’Aeth
Inside the Rink: A Chat with Team Alberta’s New Para Hockey Coach
In honor of National Coaches Week, we’d like you to meet the new face behind Team Alberta’s Para Hockey, Shawn Lucas. Here, he opens up on his journey, his approach to coaching, future goals, and much more. A former high-level football player, Lucas found his calling in the intensity and physicality of Para Hockey after … Continue reading Inside the Rink: A Chat with Team Alberta’s New Para Hockey Coach
Red Deer Reapers: Making an Impact in Alberta
The Red Deer Reapers is a brand new wheelchair rugby team in Alberta that has been making waves in the community. We had the opportunity to speak with Gerry Kress, the founder of the team, to learn more about their journey and the impact they’re making. Gerry Kress, who has previous experience setting up clubs, … Continue reading Red Deer Reapers: Making an Impact in Alberta
Carrying Zach’s Memory, Team Alberta Takes on Para Hockey Canadian Championships
Team Alberta at prep camps. The 2023 Canadian Para Hockey Championships began today, with the tournament set to take place from May 18-21. For Team Alberta, this year’s championship holds a special significance, as it will be their first without one of their core players, Zach Savage, who we lost last summer. As the team … Continue reading Carrying Zach’s Memory, Team Alberta Takes on Para Hockey Canadian Championships