The Northern Way Hockey Camp, featuring Pittsburgh Penguins centreman Connor Dewar, is set to take place in a few weeks. In addition to the camp, The Northern Way will also be hosting its 1st Annual Charity Golf Scramble the day before.

The event will be held at Halcrow Lake Golf & Country Club on Wednesday, August 13th, and will be hosted by Connor Dewar himself. The cost to register a team is $400, while individual registration is $100.

Those interested in signing up can either stop by the clubhouse or call 203-627-2300. Space is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Big Eddy Sports Days will feature a total of three basketball tournaments, all running from Saturday through Sunday.

The Women's and 17U Basketball Tournaments will each have an eight-team limit, a maximum of five players per roster, and will follow a double-knockout format. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three teams in both tournaments, with the only difference being the entry fees and prize amounts.

The third event will be the Men's 3-on-3 Half Court Tournament, which will also follow a double-knockout format. Like the others, team rosters are capped at five players, but this tournament will have a limit of ten teams.

Those interested in signing up a team can contact either Donovan O'Shea or Andrew K Jr. Constant on Facebook.

The Norman Northstars will hold their Annual General Meeting next month on Monday, August 11th.
The meeting will take place in the Mary Fenske Room at the Thompson Regional Community Centre, starting at 7:30 P.M.

In addition to reviewing plans for the upcoming season, the Northstars are also seeking volunteers to help fill several open board positions.

For more information about the AGM or available positions, contact Mike Scadden by text at 204-679-5376 or by email at mscaddan16@hotmail.com.

The Tri-Community Minor Baseball Association has announced that registration is now open for its September Slo-Pitch Tournament. The two-day tournament will feature a total of sixteen teams across two divisions — one for women and one for men.

Payouts will be based on the number of entries received. Those interested in signing up a team can email Chelsey Niewiadomy at chelseycoulter19@gmail.com. A $200 non-refundable deposit is required by August 29th to secure your team’s spot. The overall entry fee is set at $600. 

Tryouts for the U15 AAA Female Norman Wild are scheduled for August 24 at the Whitney Forum in Flin Flon. The tryouts are open to all female hockey players born in 2011 or 2012.

Additional details will be announced in the coming weeks on the team’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.

The Nathan McGillivary Sr. Memorial Youth Relay is set to return as part of the action-packed sports lineup at this year’s Opaskwayak Indigenous Days.

This popular relay will take place on August 15, with registration opening at 9:00 A.M. on the day of the event. The race is open to youth aged 12 to 17, and each team must consist of two males and two females. All participants interested in racing must have a signed waiver, and every team must register with a team name.

Cash prizes and trophies will be awarded to the top five placing teams (1st through 5th).

For more information, contact Jaime at 204-623-5622 or Gabby at 204-978-1204.

Registration is now open for Winton Pool’s Swim for Life Summer Lessons, which will run through to the end of August. Those interested can sign up in person at the front desk of the Wellness Centre.

In other Winton Pool updates, the Bronze Cross course has been rescheduled for August, and payment plans are now available upon request.

Additionally, a new daily schedule for the Winton Pool took effect this past Monday and will remain in place until August 11.

For more information about programs or upcoming events at the Kelsey Rec Centre, please call 204-627-1134 or visit their Facebook page.

Both the OCN Storm and the Northern Manitoba Blizzard are actively seeking local help to fill various roles within their organizations.

The Storm is currently seeking a motivated individual to fill a two-year term as a board member. Those interested are encouraged to email officialocnstormhockey@gmail.com for more information.

Meanwhile, the Northern Manitoba Blizzard is putting out a call for volunteers to assist in a wide range of areas. In addition to volunteer support, the team is also looking to hire a local candidate for the role of equipment coordinator/technician. Training will be provided for those interested in the position.

For more information about volunteering or applying for the open position with the Blizzard, contact Bonnie White at 204-620-2263 or email info@normanblizzard.com.

The 14th Annual Clearwater Lake Marathon is set to take place this Sunday at 8:30 A.M., with the final registration deadline being Friday, July 18th.

Those interested in participating can register by scanning the marathon’s QR code or by visiting the Clearwater Lake Hall on Friday between 11:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.

Participants have the option to walk or run in one of the following distances: 21K, 10K, 5K, 3K, or 1K.
Race packages must be picked up the day before the event—on Saturday—between 12:00 P.M. and 3:00 P.M. at the Clearwater Lake Hall.

Awards and prizes will be handed out after the race, and a pancake breakfast will be served for both runners and spectators.

This year’s marathon will also act as a fundraiser in support of the Critically Ill Children’s Fund.
Anyone wishing to pledge can scan the marathon’s QR code.
Pledges of $50 or more will be entered for a chance to win Calm Air tickets for two.

M30Athletics is set to enter the volleyball scene later this month with a free Summer Volleyball Camp for youth ages 12–18. The three-day camp will run from July 21st to 23rd, focusing on skill development and, of course, having fun.

On the 21st and 22nd, campers will work on improving their volleyball fundamentals. Then, on the 23rd, the event will wrap up with the M30 Youth Coed Volleyball Championship. The tournament will be split into two age categories and will feature cash prizes generously sponsored by Opaskwayak Child & Family Services.

Each team in the championship must include three girls and three boys, ensuring a balanced and inclusive format. While the camp will take place in OCN, the exact location is still to be announced.

To register, contact Zaria Hester via email at M30Athletics@gmail.com.

The Opaskwayak Indigenous Days 6&4 Slo-Pitch Tournament is just one of the many exciting competitions taking place during a week filled with amazing events. This year's tourney will feature one division and offer four massive cash prizes.

The entry fee is set at $700, with a non-refundable deposit of $200 required before registration. As with many other OID events, payments can be made at the OCN Payment Centre in the Otineka Mall or via e-transfer to accounts.receivable@opaskwayak.ca. If paying by e-transfer, please include "O.I.D's Slo-Pitch Fee" in the message box.

The registration deadline is August 5th at 4:00 p.m.; late entries will not be accepted.

To register a team, please contact:

-Cheryll Cook at 431-355-3722

-Erik Bignell at 204-620-8152

-Louis Personius Jr. at 204-620-4440

The Harriet and Irvin Constant Memorial Soccer Tournament will be happening alongside all the other fantastic sporting events that coincide with Opaskwayak Indigenous Days.

The two-day double knockout tournament kicks off on August 16th and will take place at the Big Eddy Field. The overall entry fee is set at $800, with a non-refundable deposit of $200 required prior to the complete payment.

There will be both a men's and women's division, with big-time cash prizes, hoodies, and individual awards up for grabs.

Entry fees can be paid at the OCN Payment Centre or via e-transfer to accounts.receivable@opaskwayak.ca. If sending an e-transfer, please ensure the message box states: "O.I.D Soccer Entry Fee."

To register or for more information, contact Tamara Constant at 431-355-1307 or Savanna Sayese at 204-617-0125.

The Opaskwayak Indigenous Days Best Ball Golf Tournament is back, featuring an updated format and three unique competitions. The 2-Person Best Ball and the Women's 3-Person Best Ball tournaments will take place on August 15, while the 36-hole 3-Person Best Ball Tournament will span two days, starting on August 16.

 

Entry fees vary depending on the event, and the registration deadline is set for the end of this month. Cash prizes will be awarded, and all participants will receive a complimentary supper.

 

For more details about the tournaments or the various side games running alongside them, contact Bart Constant by call or text at 431-355-2159.

The OCN Storm will be hosting a $5,000 Radio Bingo live on 102.9 CJAR on Tuesday, July 22nd.

Like previous bingos held at the station, four games will be played, each with a cash prize up for grabs.

Those interested in playing—and in supporting the reigning KJHL champions—can pick up bingo cards at the Bingo Hut inside the Otineka Mall. The bingo starts at 7:00 P.M. and can be heard on the radio, online at thepasonline.com, or on Bell channel 760.

For more information, contact Ash at 204-623-5622.

The Storm are also currently seeking both a Treasurer and Secretary to join their team. Resumes can be sent to ocnstormhockey@gmail.com.

Those looking to obtain their Bronze Cross can do so at the Winton Pool, which will offer two courses over the next two weeks.
 

The first course runs from July 8th to 9th, while the second takes place from July 14th to 16th. Start times differ slightly: the first course begins at 8:30 A.M., and the second starts at 9:00 A.M.

The total cost is $375, and the only prerequisite is that participants must already have their Bronze Medallion.

For more information, call 204-627-1134. Registration can be completed at the front desk of the Wellness Centre.