In the space of a day, the young people learned about football, soccer, baseball and basketball. Aged 8 to 12, they participated in this event thanks to the contribution of the organization KidSport which helps families who need financial assistance to enroll their children in sports activities.
In order to manage the large number of participating children, Bhavnish Bilimoria helps KidSport as a volunteer. We want to help families and their children break down the financial barriers to accessing different sports. It’s a fantastic day for children and their families
he says.
Jumping obstacles, dribbling, running distances and scoring goals were on the menu of various learning workshops. The young athletes had the opportunity to learn the ropes of competitive sports and to listen to advice from top players and coaches.
Experienced coaches
Roman Iwuc wants to pass on his knowledge and experience as an Edmonton Huskies player to children.
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Former Huskies player Roman Iwuc remembers his participation in such an event when he was a young player. He says he wants to pass on his knowledge and experience as a player.
This is a special event for young people
he explains. When I was young I remember being at an event like this and I know how long it takes for children to learn and conform to our teaching goals
explains Roman Iwuc.
” We want to teach children the principles of sport, such as fair play, perseverance and respect. And for me, it gives me a big smile, to see the children having fun »
Randy Spencer hopes to help raise awareness of the sport and nurture the next generation of champions.
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Training the next generation of athletes is what drives Randy Spencer, also a coach of the Huskies, and who also played in the past for the Montreal Alouettes.
During this day, we have the opportunity to teach children not only football, but also the love of sport
explains Randy Spencer. I love working with children because they are so excited and have such fun playing, I see them as future champions.
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Great ambitions in perspective
The potential and ambition of the participating children, like Aniyer Aben, impressed the supervisors.
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Barely 9 years old, Aniyer Abena already dreams of a great sporting career, when I grow up I want to compete in the Olympics to honor Canada and my family
she explains.
Aniyer Abena learns quickly, encouraged by the soccer coach who supervises her. The latter believes that she has great potential to exploit in a club that will offer her the means to emancipate herself.
Parent involvement
Hundreds of parents were present for the occasion. Among them, Jon Buck, accompanied his two children, Thomas and Hannah, to teach them the importance of getting involved with other children their age and nurturing their team spirit.
” I think it’s a very good thing that groups like KidSport are helping to set up this program for families who don’t have the financial resources to participate in various sports that their children would like to do. »
He also believes that this event allows them to do something healthy for their minds and bodies instead of spending all their time in front of tablet or TV screens.
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