On May 1st, the Niagara Falls Sports Foundation celebrated the achievements and contributions of individuals from Niagara Falls at its annual Awards Gala. On April 9th, Welland honoured its finest athletes at their annual Awards Night.

 

The Niagara Falls Sports Foundation and the City of Welland recognize those who represent the region and show excellence in various areas and levels of sport.

 

The Director of the Niagara Sport Commission had the privilege of attending both events and sharing a few words at the Welland Banquet and as host for the Niagara Falls Sport Foundation dinner. On behalf of the Niagara Sport Commission, congratulations to all recipients, and thank you for representing Niagara in sport this past year!

The Recreation Committee of Niagara Falls is pleased to offer an Activity Subsidy Program to help physically, mentally, and socially challenged individuals participate in sport. Niagara Falls A.L.I.V.E. (A Locally Initiated Volunteer Endowment Fund) offers financial support for residents of Niagara Falls who are participating in team or individual recreational activities.

 

Application forms must be accompanied by a letter of support from a sport organization or service agency. The applications will be reviewed in confidence, and funds granted by the discretion of the Recreation Committee. Applications are accepted year round, and must be submitted to the Parks, Recreation and Culture Office at the following address:

City of Niagara Falls

Parks, Recreation & Culture

7150 Montrose Road, Unit 1

Niagara Falls, Ontario

L2H 3N3

Attention: Dolores Sacco

 

Click here for more information, and to access the printable application  

 

The Play, Live, Be Tobacco Free Provincial Collaborative was launched by the Ministry of Health Promotion's Healthy Communities Fund and SPORT4ONTARIO to discourage youth from using tobacco products.

 

In 2009, Play, Live, Be Tobacco Free awarded 28 grants of $500 to sport and recreation organizations who have committed to the Tobacco-Free Policy, stating that participants, spectators, coaches and leaders do not smoke, snuff, dip or chew tobacco while engaged in their activities.

 

Round 2 of funding is now being offered to non-profit organizations who demonstrate their plans to implement a policy endorsing the message of Play, Live, Be Tobacco Free through a variety of educational and promotional activities and resources.

 

The deadline for Round 2 consideration is May 21, 2010 at 12:00 noon. Organizations are encouraged to contact a local representative, or lmcardle@sport4ontario.ca to discuss the projects before submitting applications. Click to view the Grant Guidelines and Grant Application Form.

The Legends on the Niagara Golf Academy along with Canadian golf hall of famer Cathy Sherk would like to offer a grass roots initiative to get junior girls more involved in golf.

Course instructors include, LPGA's Cathy Sherk, Gordon McInnis (Head Professional, Lookout Point Golf Course), Geoff Law (Head Teaching Professional, Legends Academy), and Adam Terryberry (Teaching Professional, Legends Academy).

This golf clinic is being offeredfor girls aged between 8 and 13 either beginner or novice. This will be an opportunity for junior girls to come together and make new friends, have fun and also improve their golf skills.

Included: refreshments, a pizza lunch and pop, information session, inspirational talk, handout and gift. Clubs and equipment will be supplied for all beginners.

 

Clinic Format: Work stations covering full swing with woods and irons, chipping, putting and bunkers. This will be a learning environment with small group sizes of only 4 or 5 students per instructor.
 

There are limited  spots available so reserve your place today by calling the Legends Academy at 905 295 9595 ext 216. Payment will be required at time of signing up to reserve your place. First come-first served.
Parents are welcome to practice, play or help while clinic is in motion.

Year after year the winners of the Jordan 5k run amazingly fast times, but it must be acknowledged that speed is in abundance in this event. The 11th year of the race was no different as Josephat Ongeri battled Derek Nakluski for the Men's win in 14:31 and 14:37 respectively. The women's race was won by Lucy Njeri Muhami in 16:50 followed by Josiane Aboungono 17:39.3 and Beth Wightman 17:39.7. 

However even more impressive is the fact that of the 404 runners who finished the 5k, 67 broke the elusive 20 minute barrier. That is a phenominal 16% - the majority of races in Ontario hover between 2% and 8%.

What makes this race so fast you might ask? The course has credibility as it is certified by Athletics Canada. It is very flat and scenic and it winds through beautiful Jordan Village with just enough turns to keep it interesting. But what makes this race fast is the runners. As the pace of the front runners quicken, so does the pace of those behind. Heightened competition brings out the best of these athletes. They all want to win.

 

Runners in each age group from 14 and under to 70+ run some amazing times each year. There is also an added incentive of a special medal awarded to all men who break 20 minutes and women who break 22 minutes.

Runners should be reminded that the race isn't only for the fleet of foot. Jordan is nestled between Grimsby and St. Catharines in wine country and is only about 1 hr from Toronto. With its shops, boutiques, wineries and restaurants it is a great place to visit as the village welcomes all participants with open arms each year.

The Niagara Fitness Solutions Jordan 5k is the second race in the seven race Subaru of Hamilton Niagara Running Series. Next up is the 10th  Premier Nutrition Confederation Park 5k  on May 8th and then the 30th  Tim Hortons Peachbud 10k/5k/1k on Tuesday June 29th.

For more info visit www.instride.ca.

The Pete Stoutenburg Memorial Hockey Tournament

raised over $10,000 to purchase new  public access defibrillators.
This money, along with a contribution from Heart Niagara, will enable the purchase of four defibrillators.

It's true, anxiety can get the better of us when the chips are down, especially on the 17th and 18th roles, this is why keeping a steady head when putting can pay off.

 

Try this on the practice green next time out. Place a penny on the green and push it into the surface with your thumb or putter. Try to get the penny to nestle down in the grass. Place your ball on top of the penny and putt to the hole while never taking your eyes off the coin until the ball drops.

 

This drill will teach you to keep your head steady while promoting confidence to your stroke. Remember, you don't have to see the ball going into the hole to know you've made a good stroke.

If you would like to have your event included in our events calendar please email us with event details.