Grande Prairie Regional Sport Connection

Calling all Trivia Enthusiasts and Foodies! Join us for our first-ever Trivia Night & Dinner at the Den on November 2nd! Test your knowledge, enjoy a delicious meal, and support a great cause. Plus, don't miss our exciting silent auction! Gather your team and register today: https://lnkd.in/gcHPQEwn #TriviaNight #CommunityEvent #Fundraiser #FunNightOut #SilentAuction

This was definitely worth a listen. What are the barriers impacting kids' access to sport and what can be done to overcome them?

Our next Try-It Day event is quickly approaching and the activity list is beginning to take shape. In case you didn't know, Try-It Day is a one-day event where youth ages 6-17 can explore activities for free. We typically have 550+ youth register to try activities offered by 30+ sport organizations across 25ish facilities spread around the region. In addition to sports we have partnered with the Centre for Creative Arts numerous times to offer art sessions in addition to the sports. We wanted to give a shout out to the local businesses that help us make it happen. Presenting Sponsor: Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre Sport Sponsors: Adventure Physiotherapy, Aquatera Utilities Inc., Beairsto & Associates, Carrie Sandboe w/Neil & Associates, Elite Vac & Steam, Lifemark, Odessa Doors, Ortho 101

Now is the time to recognize any outstanding Indigenous coaches you know. This award is given to an Indigenous coach who embodies values of sportsmanship, fair play, and ethical conduct, all while serving as a positive role model. The award honours those who live by the values of a holistic lifestyle, encompassing physical, mental, cultural, and spiritual aspects. If you know an Indigenous coach who embodies these qualities, we encourage you to explore the National Indigenous Coaching Awards. Nominations close August 16.

"This year’s (Jumpstart) month is more significant than ever, as last year, one in three families reported they couldn’t afford sports for their kids, and this year, that number has increased to one in two." "Over the 20 years of Jumpstart operations in Grande Prairie, nearly 7,500 kids have seen direct support from Jumpstart, with almost $1 million distributed in the Grande Prairie area alone."

Pizza Hut’s Slice of Appreciation The Grande Prairie Regional Sport Connection wishes to show appreciation to their volunteer board members: Mike Lauzon Leigh Goldie Julia Dutove Lisa Hawryliuk For more on National Volunteer Week & Slice of Appreciation visit https://buff.ly/43ijPrw. #GrandePrairie #PizzaHut #gpab #CountyofGP #yqu #nvw2024 #VolunteerGP

Pizza Hut’s Slice of Appreciation The Grande Prairie Regional Sport Connection wishes to show appreciation to their volunteer board members: Wendy Bosch Daycie Bohning Hayley Kramps Christine Rawlins For more on National Volunteer Week & Slice of Appreciation visit https://buff.ly/43ijPrw. #GrandePrairie #PizzaHut #gpab #CountyofGP #yqu #nvw2024 #VolunteerGP

Thanks to our Board of Directors!

A great article on seeing sport parents as resources the organizations can utilize rather than 'problems' they need to solve. I highly recommend reading the whole article. "Sports organizations could benefit from establishing mechanisms to gain deeper insights into the values, emotions, and thoughts influencing parental behaviours in specific sport settings. This involves bringing in a communication system that helps open dialogues without imposing lengthy tasks to be completed by parents or requiring extra training for parents. Below are 7 practical activities that can (a) help foster better relationships with parents, (b) provide parents with a better understanding of an organization’s objectives, and (c) ultimately minimize parents’ negative behaviours. 1. Create tools that allow parents to offer regular feedback. 2. Introduce and facilitate online forums.  3. Form parent-to-parent mentorship programs. 4. Establish parent-coach partnerships.  5. Develop video resources that model positive parenting behaviours. 6. Provide positive reinforcement and recognition. 7. Suggest evidence-based resources for parents. https://bit.ly/4ctiMcp

Northwest Alberta is gearing up to honour the best in sports with the highly anticipated 2024 Northwest Alberta Sport Excellence Awards. With over 40 nominees hailing from various corners of northwestern Alberta, this prestigious event promises to be a night of recognition, celebration, and community spirit. Athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers and sports enthusiasts alike will gather for a Red Carpet Event where the spotlight will shine on those who have demonstrated exceptional skill and  dedication in their respective fields. The awards ceremony will pay homage to the diverse array of sporting achievements within the region.   Join us as we applaud the best in Northwest Alberta sports and celebrate the power of passion, perseverance, and teamwork. For ticket information and event details, visit www.gpsportconnect.ca Thank you to the sponsors who make the event possible. Venue Sponsor TARA Energy Services Inc. Media Sponsors 2Day FM & Pattison Media Trophy Sponsors: Aquatera Utilities Inc. Sunrise Rotary Club Adventure Physiotherapy Cliff Headon w/Stringam LLP Ticket Software Sponsor Evergreen Park