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January Winner

Congratulations to Coach Rob Ollerton on being named The Wood Buffalo Sport Connection’s Community Champion of the Month!

"He was nominated for his dedication to and support of the female Aurora Huskies hockey team. As the volunteer head coach, Rob was instrumental in the development of the first all-girls hockey team here in Fort McMurray and ensures the girls have an opportunity to learn and play the sport they love. Coach Ollerton is recognized for pushing the girls to be the best versions of themselves and is so deserving of being named our first Community Champion of the Month!" - Mix 103.7

 

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/rob-ollerton-interview/

February Winner

Congratulations to Julianna Ryan on being named The Wood Buffalo Sport Connection’s Community Champion of the Month!

"Julianna has been skiing since she was 3 years old at Vista Ridge. She lives and breathes skiing, according to her uncle, Jason, who nominated her for this month’s award. She spends countless hours with her dad training from doing dry land training to training at the hill in the winter. She has won countless races and holds the title of three cow bell first place wins for 3 years in a row at the Jasper Jr. Olympics!" - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/february-community-champion-of-the-month-interview/

March Winner

Congratulations to our March Community Champion of the Month,
Barbra Fitzpatrick!
"Barb was nominated for her sports inclusivity initiatives. This includes a hockey program for children with barriers to give them an opportunity to learn the game. She’s also helped get the inclusive baseball team set up. Her son has overcome many barriers and Barb has been there every step of the way! Creating programming for her son and those with disabilities is why we are recognizing her as the Wood Buffalo Sport Connections’s Community Champion of the Month!" - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/?page_id=2367&preview=true

April Winner

Congratulations to our April Community Champion of the Month, Trevor Wakeling!

"Trevor was nominated over 25 times! He’s the head coach of the U10 Ringette team. He’s described as a deserving, dedicated and outstanding coach, always going above and beyond  for the team. He promotes positivity and energy and brings out the best in each team member based on their personality and skill, and he makes sure there’s music in the locker room! Congrats Coach Trevor on being named this month’s Wood Buffalo Sport Connection‘s Community Champion!" - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/april-community-champion-of-the-month/

May Winner

Congratulations to our May Community Champion of the Month, Logan Wiley!

"This month’s Wood Buffalo Sports Connection’s Community Champion of the month is Logan Wiley! Logan is a grade 9 student who volunteers his time as a Junior Coach with the Coldwell Banker Inclusive Royals. He’s volunteered his time for the last 3 years! He shows up every week with a smile on his face and goes above and beyond to help the kids push past their fears, supporting them in every way possible. His nominees described him as kind, patient, empathetic and wise beyond his years!" - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/may-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

fort mcmurray's logan wiley wins may community champion of the month

June Winner

Congratulations to our June Community Champion of the Month,
Tristan Parker!
"Congratulations to Tristan Parker for being named this month’s @woodbuffalosportconnection’s Community Champion of the month! Tristan is the co-owner and trainer at The Fort Martial Arts. His nominees describe him as a role model and one of the best Jujitsu coaches in Fort McMurray! He motivates children and adults to work towards making healthy, positive goals, not only in Jujitsu but in everyday life. Tristan is a Jujitu champion, who’s brought home the gold medal numerous times! He’s focused, dedicated, humble and giving." - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/june-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

fort mcmurray's tristan parker wins june community champion

July Winner

Congratulations to our June Community Champion of the Month,
Lisa Vroom!
"Lisa is a sports community champion! She has been coaching volleyball for over 5 years, this includes running the PEAK volleyball program at Fort McMurray Christian School and being a coach and mentor with Thunder Volleyball. Her nominees said so many great things, including how every kid that trains with her becomes a better teammate, community member and athlete! Nominated by her students as well, they said she is a great coach, and they hope this recognition gives back for all the volunteer work she’s done in the school." - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/july-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

mix 103.7's community champion is lisa vroom. click here for the interview

August Winner

Congratulations to our August Community Champion of the Month, Jo Young!
"Coach Jo Young is described as the heart and soul of the Fort McMurray Swim Club! She has an incredible personality and is the perfect person to introduce kids to swimming because she makes learning fun, even the technical skills that are required. She always makes time for her students and they truly adore her! It was said, “Coach Jo is crucial to the program, to the development of the children and the crucial first step for the kids to develop a love for the sport.” - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/august-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

fort mcmurray swim club coach jo young wins august community champion!

September Winner

Congratulations to our September Community Champion of the Month, Andrew Munro!
"Andrew Munro is the Wood Buffalo Sport Connection Community Champion of the Month! Congrats!! Andrew is the head coach of the Bantam Raven’s Football team! He puts in countless hours coaching kids to learn and love the sport. Nominees said he provides a place where kids feel like they belong, he gets to know his players and takes the time to build relationships with each of them. One of the players said Coach Munro is the reason why he wants to show up and try his hardest!” - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/september-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

Andrew Munro is Septembers Community Champion

October Winner

Congratulations to our October Community Champion of the Month, Charlene King!
"We are throwing appreciation to all the parents out there and the folks behind the scenes helping young athletes grow! This month’s Wood Buffalo Sports Connection Community Champion is Charlene King! Charlene is a hockey mom to three boys. She travels all over with them and ensures they have everything they need, making their sporting endeavours a priority. She is described as generous and encouraging to all those around her, a selfless supporter! Congrats to Charlene for being this month’s Community Champion of the Month!” - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/october-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

Andrew Munro is Septembers Community Champion

November Winner

Congratulations to our November Community Champion
of the Month, Kate Vargo!
"Congrats to Kate Vargo on being this month’s Wood Buffalo Sports Connection Community Champion of the Month! Kate dances, trains and performs with YMM Dance Company in all styles of Dance. She is also part of the PEAK dance program at École McTavish, and is part of a mentor program training her to be a future instructor! Kate trained with the Royal Winnipeg Ballet in a two-week intensive summer training course. She was also the recipient of a full scholarship and placed in the top 5 in her solos, duets, trios and recently won a Buffy Award for Rising Star! Way to go, Kate! ” - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/november-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

Andrew Munro is Septembers Community Champion

December Winner

Congratulations to our December Community Champion
of the Month, Chris Reitz!
"Congrats to Chris Reitz on being this month’s Wood Buffalo Sports Connection Community Champion of the Month! Chris is a dedicated father, president of the Ptarmigan Nordic Ski Club and head coach for the club’s racing development team! He provides opportunities for athletes to grow and spearheaded the expansion of the youth program to have a race team. Usually on the road for competitions, Chris managed to bring an Alberta Cup Race to Fort McMurray for the first time so the racers would have a chance to play a “home game”. He also sits on the board for the Arctic Winter Games as co-chair of cross-country skiing. Nominees said they are extremely lucky to have someone as passionate as Chris in the YMM because he spends countless hours into making the community better and always looking for ways to serve! Congrats, Chris!” - Mix 103.7

INTERVIEW: https://sportwoodbuffalo.com/december-community-champion-of-the-month/ 

Andrew Munro is Septembers Community Champion