Calgary Athlete of the Week

 
 
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Do you know the future captain for the Calgary Flames, or the next quarterback for the Stampeders?

What about someone in sport who’s making a difference in their community?

We’re looking for great athletes, community ambassadors and all around awesome people.

You can nominate them for the CityNews and 660 NewsRadio Calgary Athlete of the week.

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    ATHLETES OF THE WEEK

    Calgary squash player hoisted by a village

    Calgary’s Graeme Schnell has represented Canada at squash tournaments across the globe, but no trophy is more meaningful than the encouragement of his family. Catch exclusive glimpses into…
    ‘I look at speed skating in a different lens’: Calgary’s Brooklyn McDougall inspiring on, off the ice

    From her speed skating strokes at the Olympic Oval to her paintbrush strokes on a canvas, Calgary’s Brooklyn McDougall is making a difference. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of…
    ‘So dedicated to their craft’: New era for Calgary’s Synchronized Skating Club

    Calgary’s Black Gold Senior Elite 12 are heading to Laval, Quebec, to compete at the Skate Canada National Championships. It marks the first time in over two decades a Western Canadian team is taking…
    ‘No sport like it’: Calgarian embracing every stroke of sprint canoe journey

    Nikita Ciudin is a mainstay at the Calgary Canoe Club, where his sports adventure began and where the 19-year-old continues to hone his craft. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of…
    ‘So cool representing your country’: Calgary’s Kerry Williams eyeing 2025 Worlds

    Despite a short summer, Calgary is churning out international wakesurfers like Kerry Williams. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and sport ambassadors with…
    ‘Love the sport so much’: Calgarian setting the bar in wakesurfing

    You might not know it, but some of Canada’s best wakesurfers come from our city. Amy Gillespie is one of them. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and sport…
    Alexanne Lepage continuing from where she left off

    There’s no sophomore slump for University of Calgary Dinos swimmer Alexanne Lepage. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and sport ambassadors with the CityNews…
    ‘Privilege to do it at home’: Calgary’s Marco Carducci finally wins CPL title

    Mission accomplished for Calgarian Marco Carducci, captain of Cavalry FC. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and sport ambassadors with the CityNews Athlete…
    ‘Cool switch, closer to home’: Calgary’s Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson swaps diving for bobsleigh

    From the pool to the ice house. Calgary’s Yohan Eskrick-Parkinson is plunging into a new sport. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and sport ambassadors…
    ‘More investment in the women’s game’: Katie Collar climbing coaching ladder

    Everyone’s journey starts somewhere. Just ask Katie Collar. Only a few years ago, the soccer coach was honing her craft in our city, and she has now been brought on by the Canadian national women’s…
    ‘You need so much strength and concenration’: Calgarian reaching kart racing heights

    A young Calgary kart racer is fresh off a trip to Italy, representing Canada at the Rotax World Finals. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and sport ambassadors…
    ‘Everyone is encouraging’: Bike polo player embraces togetherness

    A group of bike polo enthusiasts gather at Banff Trail Community Association on Wednesdays. And for one Calgarian, the camaraderie of the pick-up games keeps him coming back. Catch exclusive…
    Love of football follows quarterback from Ukraine to Calgary

    A 1994 North American box office hit changed the life of a young quarterback who plays for the Calgary Men’s Touch Football League. But that’s only part of his incredible story. Catch…
    ‘Worried I wouldn’t have same type of skill’: Lizzy Finley overcomes adversity to win national title

    Lizzy Finley’s lacrosse journey began as a four-year-old. Since then, she’s played a key role in helping Alberta’s under-22 women’s box lacrosse team win back-to-back national titles, despite a scary…
    Calgary kid living dream at Flames camp

    Andrew Basha’s dream is coming true — a Calgary kid drafted by the Flames skating in his first National Hockey League training camp. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s…
    ‘Really rewarding’: Calgarian motivated on and off circuit

    After riding around on a dirt bike at just three years old, Calgary’s Kevin Foster is now climbing up the Formula racing ranks. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top…
    ‘My strongest mentor’: Dinos head coach looks to father on sidelines

    The University Calgary of Dinos football team kicks off its season Friday at McMahon Stadium, and it’s going to be a family affair for head coach Ryan Sheahan. Catch exclusive glimpses into…
    ‘Not done yet’: Alberta’s Brooklynn Carson ready for next step in field lacrosse

    Fresh off a trip to nationals with her field lacrosse team, Brooklynn Carson of Okotoks is dreaming big when it comes to her future in the sport. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives…
    Calgary’s Ava Kryway taking volleyball world by storm

    A Calgary volleyball player is quickly climbing the ranks, and her love for the sport all started with a Christmas gift. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes…
    ‘Sharing it with people I love’: Calgary’s Kate O’Brien readies for new Paralympic experience

    About to embark on her second Paralympics, Calgary cyclist Kate O’Brien has different motivation this time around. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s top athletes and…
    Helping Canada’s next generation of women’s Para hockey players

    Alanna Mah, captain of Canada’s women’s national Para hockey team, is leading the squad’s fight to increase awareness and land more corporate sponsors. Catch exclusive glimpses into the…
    ‘Giving 110 per cent’: Calgary powerlifter hones in on discipline

    The balancing act for Calgary’s Kwaku Antwi is no easy feat: full-time engineer plus countless hours in the gym training as a powerlifter. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s…
    Alberta’s Keyara Wardley ready to make most of second Olympic experience

    Alberta’s Keyara Wardley is heading to her second Olympics with the country’s women’s rugby sevens squad and a lot to prove — as a individual and as part of Team Canada. Catch exclusive…
    Calgary’s Yvonne Ejim named to Canada’s Olympic squad

    What a few months it’s been for Calgary’s Yvonne Ejim. The 2024 Becky Hammon Player of the Year is heading to Paris with the Canadian women’s Olympic basketball team. Catch exclusive…
    ‘Fun pushing your limits’: Calgary’s Salomon Grigy embraces cycling

    A dedicated young man with aspirations of reaching the Paralympics and eventually turning professional is our Athlete of the Week. Catch exclusive glimpses into the lives of Calgary’s…
    ‘Full body, mind sport’: Calgary ninja athlete Lucas Artinian

    Scaling walls, climbing ropes, obstacle courses. That’s a regular day of training for Calgary’s Lucas Artinian, who was recently crowned Canadian Ninja League champion in the amateur men’s category. Catch…
    ‘Something I’ll never forget’: Para hockey champ from Calgary remembers roots

    Last month, Canada captured World Para Hockey gold right here in our city, beating the USA 2-1 in the championship game. Local kid Auren Halbert played a key role in the victory, but the 21-year-old…
    Full circle on the soccer pitch

    Local soccer player Sarah Kinzner has honed her craft around the world. And, soon, she’ll be able to do it at home in the Northern Super League as a member of the Calgary Wild FC. Catch…
    From filling water bottles to reaching coaching dreams

    What a journey for Will Rooney. He started as a team manager with the University of Calgary Dinos men’s basketball squad and is now a lead assistant coach for the Calgary Surge. Catch…
    The para hockey brick wall, Adam Kingsmill

    Goalie and soon-to-be Mount Royal University graduate Adam Kingsmill stopped 24 of 25 shots in Canada’s 2-1 gold medal win over the United States in the recent world para hockey championship at WinSport. Catch…