Presidents Message

Welcome to the first edition of the MRA newsletter. The Board of Directors for the MRA is committed to keeping you, the players, coaches, officials, parents and fans up-to-date with latest news for Ringette in Manitoba.

This newsletter is meant to be a helpful and informative vehicle for our membership. As we go forward, we anticipate more and different articles and sections dedicated to our Ringette community. This newsletter is meant for all members of the MRA, from U9 to Open.

The best way for us to grow this newsletter, is by hearing back from you. We want your feedback. Tell what interests you the most. What do you want to see and read? Together, we can make this newsletter the best newsletter out there.

As your newly elected president, I look forward to seeing and hearing, from as many of you that I can. If you see me around the rink, come up and introduce yourself. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact myself, or any of our Board Members.

We also have an excellent and knowledgeable staff in the MRA office. All contact information is on the MRA website at http://www.manitobaringette.ca .

 

Have a great season!

 

Immediately after exercise, muscle tissue breaks down, fluids are depleted, and blood sugar levels get low. There is a 30 to 60 minute window where our bodies will use the foods consumed to replenish what has been used up.

 

Without the proper nutrients consumed during this critical time, recovery can be prolonged and optimal performance compromised.

So what's the best approach for post workout nutrition?

Processed recovery drinks like Gatorade and protein blends like Muscle Milk have been touted as convenient and effective in replenishing depleted glycogen stores after intense exercise. But what our bodies seek post exercise is nutrition that will not only replenish glycogen stores... Read More...

The MRA is pleased to announce the Prairie Fire roster for the 2012-2013 NRL season. After a series of try-outs Head Coach Cliff Wurtak selected his playing roster for the upcoming season...Read More...

These practice plan guides were completed by a group of volunteer coaches as part of an LTAD initiative.  Full season practice plans are available for the U9, U10, U12 and U14 stages of development. For the U16 and U19 stages and series of drills and progressions have been developed as a tool to build your own practices based on the athletes specifics needs...Read More...