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When Chayne Paziuk joined the Parkland Gators Swim Club eight years ago, he wasn't sure what to expect.
It turns out, it's been eight years to remember for the Dauphin star. Over the years, Chayne has won several gold medals at the province's biggest events. Over the weekend at the provincial championships, Paziuk had one final chance to put the province on notice.
That is, exactly what he did. He won a gold medal in the 100m backstroke, freestyle relay, and 200m backstroke. He also earned silver medals in the 50m backstroke and medley relay. Three more gold medals and two silvers to add to an extremely packed trophy case.
His resume has been padded, and it's thanks to his hard work and dedication. This year's provincial championships were Chayne's last with the program.
Paziuk has decided to focus on other sports after eight great years in the pool.
"It was good. Swimming was always there for me," said Paziuk. "Even if I was having a down day, I could hop in the pool and just not think about anything else. Just swim. I will cherish my eight years with the Parkland Gators."
Among Chayne's most memorable performances was achieving his AA time at the age of 14. That qualified him for the Man/Sask tournament.
"I'm pretty proud of myself," offered Paziuk. "I have put in a lot of work to get this far."
Chayne's swimming chapter has ended. He now plans to focus on his studies. Athletically, it's to the volleyball court and the gridiron. Paziuk has played the last two years with the Dauphin Clippers junior varsity boys volleyball team and also played one year of middle school volleyball.
Relatively new to the game, Paziuk has risen to the challenge. He goes to the gym focused and has made great strides.
"It's a good team sport, I love being a part of the team," offered Paziuk. "I have improved so much over these past three years. My coaches have said that. I enjoy playing the sport and being with my teammates."
Having aged out of junior varsity, Paziuk has already locked up his spot on the school's varsity team. He was offered the spot after tryouts. Paziuk has also been with the Clippers football team for the past two seasons. Year three is right around the corner, and he's ready to make it the best year yet.
"There's no better energy than a football team. When you're out there, it's a blast," ended Paziuk.
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For the second time in as many years, Myles Fee of Dauphin is a Stanley Cup champion.
Fee and the Panthers hammered the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night, 5-1, on home ice. It was the team's second straight championship and they made no doubt about it.
Sam Reinhart scored four times in the game for Florida, who opened a 5-0 lead in the third period. When Florida won last year, Myles brought the Cup to Dauphin. Stay tuned to hear from the Dauphin star.
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When he was 13, his parents bought him his first set of golf clubs.
They were a set of Northwestern Bob Murphy Classics. He was instantly hooked. More than three decades later, he's still playing the game he loves, and playing some of the best golf of his life. Teddy Wojtowicz of Dauphin has been golfing for more than 30 years, and his time on the course has provided plenty of thrills.
His best score ever was a 67 at the Dauphin Lake Golf Club, where he grew up playing. This year, Teddy now lives in Brandon and is a member at the Shilo Country Club. He plays at least five days a week and tees it up against some of the best players in the province.
"It was a bit of a struggle to start. Getting to know the course, the greens, it was a bit of a struggle," said Wojtowicz. "I've been playing with some really good players in men's night and other rounds. The game is starting to come together as of late."
Teddy has started to dial in his game at the perfect time. He'll look to make a splash against some of the top players as he's off to Manitoba's capital for the Diamond Athletic men's mid-amateur qualifier at the Transcona Golf Club.
Those who qualify will advance to the mid-amateur championships, July 2-4 at the famous St. Charles Country Club.
"I'm feeling pretty confident. Just looking to go out and have some fun," said Wojtowicz. "Looking forward to getting back into some competitive golf."
When Teddy hits his first tee ball off the first tee on Friday at 12:50 alongside Ryan McLean and Jason Chuback, it'll be a family affair. His nephew, Owen, will be his caddie for the qualifier. Owen, who plays on his high school golf team, was thrilled when Teddy asked him to caddy.
"I think it's going to be a lot of fun. He's on his high school team and is really getting into golf," continued Wojtowicz. "It will be a great time hanging with him and teaching him some of the rules."
(Wojtowicz fires a dart to win the closest-to-the-pin during the Battle for the Belts two years ago)
Drew Jones, who finished second at last year's mid-amateur championships in Minnedosa, will not have to qualify. He gets an automatic berth in this year's event. Jones plays with Teddy at Shilo, and the duo has become very good friends.
Wojtowicz will look to be one of the 38 qualifiers to advance to the main event. There are 88 golfers in Friday's qualifier. That means less than half the field will advance to St. Charles.
The Transcona Golf Club plays to just less than 6,300 yards. Starting with a picture-esque 291-yard par 4 and ending with a tough 417-yard par 4, it will be a great test for Teddy and every competitor.
"Hoping to qualify. If I don't, I want to have some fun and get back into competitive golf," continued Wojtowicz. "My main goal this spring is to qualify for the main tournament. I've been looking forward to this tournament for a while now. It's going to be a great test."
When asked what golf means to him, Wojtowicz admits he has gone through struggles in the past, on and off the course. But the Dauphin star has always conquered and done whatever it takes to come out stronger and better than ever.
Today, he's not just healthy—he’s thriving. Full of energy and determination, Teddy is gearing up for the qualifier he’s been dreaming about for months. His journey is more than just a comeback; it’s a powerful story of resilience, relentless hard work, and unwavering courage.
"Golf for me is about community. Having fun with friends on the golf course," ended Wojtowicz. "This year is about making new friends and getting better at the game I love."
It's set to be a special day at the Transcona Golf Club on Friday for Teddy and Owen.
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The Dauphin Clippers rugby program handed out its season ending awards after an incredible year on the field.
The girls' team won their third straight league and provincial title in 15's.
Most Valuable Player - Ruth Evans
Rookie of the Year - Dannie Gingras
Spirit Award - Bella Williams
Most Improved Player - Paityn Bourgouin
Playoff MVP - Mila Heschuk
Top Forward - Ruth Dandeneau
Top Back - Felicity Sahulka
Maverick Award - Kiersten Vandekerckhove
Varsity 7's
Rookie of the Year - Desiree Lariviere
Most Valuable Player - Victoria Carter
Junior Varsity:
Rookie of the Year - Sigrid Katerud
Most Valuable Player - Ryann Richard-Soltis
On the boys' side, it was a year to remember. After winning their third straight league title, the Clippers advanced to the provincial championships.
Despite falling short of their goal of advancing the provincial final, the team should be proud of their efforts. They finished with a bronze medal on the provincial stage.
Top Forward - Morgan Fleck
Top Back - Ronin Mouck
Spirit Award - Ryzlie Nepinak
Maverick Award - Blake Thacker
Rookie of the Year - Garett Urichen
Playoff MVP - Nathaniel Okanese-Brezden
Most Valuable Player - Julien Lopez
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For the second year in a row, the Onanole Sporty's Originals fastball team are provincial champions.
Playing in a one-game showdown against the Borderline Legends at the 50+ provincial championships over the weekend, the Originals ran away with the game late in a 14-5 victory over the Legends.
It was the Legends that got off to a great start. Darcy Kowalchuk, Devin Zimmer, and Craig Zamzow all had singles in the top of the first as they took a 3-0 lead over the defending provincial champion Originals.
In the bottom of the first, Scott Stephenson led off the inning with a single and made his way to third after a couple of wild pitches. He ended up scoring and later in the inning, Dan Fedak cranked a ball over the fence to trim the deficit to 3-2. The great speed of Jarrett Newton helped the Legends extend their lead in the top of the second as they led 4-2.
That's when the Originals caught fire. They scored five runs in the bottom of the second to take a 7-4 lead and they never looked back. Warren Bezan cut the deficit to two with a two-out single in the top of the third, however, Borderline would not score again.
Onanole scored another run in the bottom half of the third and six more in the bottom of the fourth. That initiated the mercy rule and a 14-5 victory. It was the Originals who won their second straight provincial title.
Chris Hanson, an all-star pitcher and hitter for Onanole Sporty's, was named the most valuable player in the victory.
Sunday (Twilight Fastball League)
Onanole Sporty's beat the Borderline Legends, 9-8.
Onanole Sporty's beat the Saskatchewan Southeast Express, 6-4.
The Saskatchewan Southeast Express beat the Borderline Legends, 4-3.
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The Gilbert Plains Country Club is set to host the Fusion Credit Union Men's Open on Saturday.
Registration is at 8:30 with a shotgun start at 10:00. The entry fee is $80 for non-members and $60 for members. That includes your golf, a meal, and a chance at prizes. There are equal flights.
"Basically, all the money goes back into the prizes. It's a great tournament and a great day on the course," said Christian Laughland. "Parkland Source for Sports is sponsoring one of the foursome prizes. Each player in that foursome will get a $100 gift card."
Whether you're a golfer in fine form or just a recreational player, the GPCC welcomes you this weekend.
"It's open to everyone. With equal flight prizes, you don't need to shoot a 68 to win cash," ended Laughland. "You can shoot 106 and win a flight. We know people love cash, so we give out the cash people use to register with."
The course is in fantastic shape, and you can register by calling the pro shop at 548-3030.
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They dressed 14 and showed signs of brilliance.
While the Lady Mavericks Rugby Club lost against the Brandon Barbarians, 44-22, it was a game that will help the team grow and move forward. Bree Walker, Brooke Miner, Chloe Fletcher, and Kailyn Ushkowski recorded tries for the Mavericks in the defeat.
Megan Thompson had one conversion.
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Jackson Delaurier improved on day two. But, it wasn't enough.
Teeing it up against many of the best juniors in the country at the NextGen Prairie Championships, the Dauphin product missed the cut with rounds of 84 and 79.
The Dauphin Lake Golf Club member had two double bogies in his first three holes on Friday and couldn't bounce back at the Legends Golf Club in Warman. He had two birdies in round one, an 84. In round two, Delaurier improved his score by five strokes. He missed the cut by seven strokes.
Brayden Boge of Winnipeg was the highest-Manitoban. Finishing in a tie for 11th.
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The Asessippi Beach & Campground will be hopping this weekend with great fastball action.
The 50+ men's provincial championships are happening, and it's a one-game showdown between the Onanole Sporty's Originals and Borderline Legends.
Before that, the event starts with the Roblin ladies playing the Russell ladies on Friday night at 7. There's an exhibition game between Man/Sask Combines and Inglis Regals on Saturday at noon. At 2:30, there are opening ceremonies.
Then, at 3, the Originals and Legends battle for a provincial title. There will be no time to feel each other out; it's who can come out of the gates firing.
Darcy Kowalchuk plays on the Legends. The Legends are a combination of players from Roblin, Inglis, and Russell.
"We're pretty even, last year's game was very close," said Kowalchuk. "Last year's game was very close. It's going to come down to pitching and who can get a clutch hit."
After the game, there will be closing ceremonies followed by another exhibition game between the Combines and Regals. Then, on Sunday, there will be three league games at 11:00, 1:30, and 4:00.
The concession will be open all weekend, and the Westman Border Fastball Museum will be open.
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The day was an overwhelming success.
The Ebb & Flow School hosted Track and Field Day with almost 200 grade nine to 12 students getting the chance to show off their talents. They competed in several traditional track and field events. They included the 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m running events. They also competed in the long jump, triple jump, shot put, javelin, and discus.
Non-track events included base running and frisbee toss.
Edith Lavallee is the high school principal at Ebb and Flow School.
"I was very surprised at some of the kids who participated. They went station to station and gave it a try," said Lavallee. " It went very well."
Many of the athletes had never participated in track and field events before. That didn't stop them from putting up some great numbers, and it was all smiles.
"The boys and girls running was especially fantastic, their numbers were awesome," continued Lavallee.
Edith was electrified, not just by the student's extraordinary talents, but by a deep, resonating pride in being part of a school community where every individual came together in a powerful, unbreakable bond of support.
"It was great. The kids were cheering each other on," continued Lavallee. "For example, if someone didn't complete their jump, their fellow students were saying that's okay, that's okay, try again. They were really supporting each other. All the staff were cheering on the kids as well. It was an incredible day."
Lavallee, who says preparations are already in the works for next year's event, gives big credit to the committee that put the event together. Brad Dupasquier, Brooklyn Knaggs, Dana Gurke, and Patrick Desjarlais Jr. dedicated many hours leading up to the event and were front and centre throughout track and field day.
The day to remember ended with a 4x4 relay race. The female staff at the school went up against female students while male staff battled it out against male students.
Edith went into the event thinking the staff would take home the top prize. That wasn't the case. It was the students who won the relay.
"When they came in, the staff was so proud of the kids," ended Lavallee. "It was all in fun. Ending the day with that made a big difference for the kids."
So many incredible things are happening on the Ebb and Flow First Nation. Track and Field Day was one of them. Next year, Lavallee said they will expand the day, with students in grades seven and eight taking part.
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The Grandview Lakers' first home game in six years was an overwhelming success.
It was a complete team effort as the Lakers hammered the Yorkton Tigers, 13-2, in front of a great crowd at Wilson Park. It was Grandview's second win of the season.
Lyndon Zimmer put together a performance for a lifetime. He pitched six innings, recording 17 strikeouts and one earned run. 10 different players scored runs in the big win.
Dave Elder, Reese Andres, Darian Giasson, Lyndon Zimmer, Jayce Legaarden, and Kaine Morran all had RBIs in the game. The game was in memory of Jack and Darlene Squance.
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