Pre-NSSSA
The precursor to the North Shore track and field meet for Manitoulin Secondary School students is, of course, the pre-NSSSA meet, held as a warm-up to the real deal this week.
It was Central Algoma’s turn to host the annual event and the Mustangs sent a small but strong team out to Desbarats last week.
In the Novice girls’ division, Ava Corbiere had a tremendous day thanks to all her training! She finished in second in the 800m as well the 3,000m and was first in the 1,500m with a sub-six minute effort. Ava also anchored the 4 x 100m relay to help the team to a third place finish. Also on the team were Mya Balfe, Sapphire Case and Isabella Hughson.
Fia Flanagan finished second to Ava in the 1,500 and first in the high jump and triple jump where she jumped just under a metre more than the runner up.
Melissa McQuarie was a scant 2cm short of first place in the shot put.
The Mustangs won gold and silver in the discus with Emery Watson, first and Sapphire Case, second. Emery also took the javelin title as well, and Amy Smith, second.
In the Junior Girls’, Autumn Davy won the 1,500m. Alexis McVey was second in the shot put with Abbie Heinz in fourth. Alexis won the discus and fifth in the javelin.
Senior, Annie Balfe won the 200m and 400m and second in the triple jump as well as 3rd in discus. Morgan Green was 4th in the Senior 400m and 1st in high jump. Her sister, Mackenzie 1st in the 800m and 3rd in the 1,500m and 3,000m. Delaney Bridgeman was 3rd in the 800m and 4th in the 1,500m and 3,000m. Maren Kasunich was 1st in the 1,500m 2,000m Steeplechase and 3,000m. Saraya Eshkawkogan won second in the long jump and third in triple jump. Annie, Morgan, Mackenzie and Delaney were also silver in the relay.
On the guys’ side, Greyson Case took 2nd in the 100m Novice. Luke Heinen won silver in the 200m. Ben Buzzel was 4th in the 800m, 4th 3,000m and 2nd in the 1,500m. Xavi Mara was 3rd in the 1,500m, 1st in the 3,000m while Matthew Wilkin was 5th. Ethan Witty was 2nd in Long jump and triple.
Rhyis Arthurs was the top Junior 100m runner and teammate Cash Duchesne 2nd. Andrew Cooper was the fastest 400m runner. Ian McAuley and Andrew McCauley were 2-3 in long jump. Noah Thorpe was 3rd in the javelin, 2nd in discus with Cody Campbell 4th.
Rhyis also ran with the seniors for the 200m taking first there too. Mathis Bredin was 4th in long jump, 5th in the 200m. Alan Wilkin was 2nd in the 1,500m, 3rd in the 800m, 1st in the 400m and Orland Carter-Ohearn 5th. Brodie Pennie was a big winner again as he won three gold in the 800m, 1,500 and 3,000m! Davin Dechesne won gold in high jump, 3rd in triple and 5th in long jump. Blaec Quinlan was 4th in shot put and 5th in discus. Colin Lindner 1st in javelin and 3rd in discus. Aiden Case was 4th in discus and 5th in javelin. Congrats and best if luck today Mustangs!
WHS on track, too!
The Wiikwemkoong High School sent four athletes to pre-NSSSA last Wednesday. Janelle Dokum won the Junior girls 200m dash with a time of 23.05. The school, and coach Jillian Peltier, are excited to see what she can do at the NSSSA Championship this week. Good luck, Janelle!
Tennis anyone!
The Manitoulin Tennis Club is back in action for the summer. Players meet Sundays at 10 am and Wednesdays at 6:30 pm at the Manitoulin Secondary School courts, to get together for fun and exercise. No experience needed, balls are provided and some racquets are available too. Find them on Facebook, or contact Chris at ctheijsmeijer@gmail.com for more information.
P.S. Chris also left the teaser that they may do some kids lessons in June, and beginners nights as well, but more details to follow on that.
Pickleball points!
The Manitoulin Pickleball Club’s summer season of play is underway. Regular play days are Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings – 9 am to 12 pm. We play inside at the NEMI Curling Rink. Club members pay a toonie, “pay and play” fee. The club welcomes adults in the community and surrounding areas of Manitoulin who might have an interest in trying the sport to join them on one of their play days. For further information contact George at 705-805-2385.
Coming in June! The Manitoulin Pickleball Club in conjunction with the Municipality of NEMI will be inviting adult residents to participate in free “Introduction to Pickleball” sessions. These session’s will occur on Tuesday evenings at the NEMI tennis courts or inside the rec centre if it’s raining. This initiative is intended to make it possible for people who are working during the day to experience the thrill and enjoyment of playing North America’s fastest growing adult sport. More details to follow.
George reminds us to, “Keep your paddle up and eyes on the ball!”
Pike Masters!
Even with the downpour of rain all day the Wiikwemkoong Anglers still had 23 anglers go out and play!
Congratulations to the winners, including Terry Kay with his massive two-fish sum of 72.75 inches! In second was Jeff Bailey with 66.5” and Tyrone Shawana took third with his 64.75 total.
Their next tournament is June 3.
A good sport is good for sports!
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