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2007-08
On October 15th at the city Cross country Championships, Michelle earned
her True Sport award. Michelle stopped her run and came to the aid of
another student who was having trouble breathing. She did not think first
of the long hours of practices she had made in preparation for this one
meet, but rather, she thought of her teammate in distress, Michelle stayed
with that athlete until she was under a teacher’s care. Thanks Michelle
Wright for this True Sport Moment!
On October 15th Sean Mackinnon ran an outstanding race ending the race
first in the Senior Boys. The entire race he was challenged and pushed
by a competitor from another school. At the end of the race, rather than
rejoicing in his win he turned to his competitor and shook his hand
thanking him for an outstanding race. Thanks Sean Mackinnon for this True
sport Moment!
In Physical Education class, Emma recognized that one of her teammates
was somewhat unskilled and reluctant to participate. Emma found every
opportunity to share the balls with this student in the class vs class
prison ball game. She rescued him when he was in prison. She made him
feel included so his gym experience was a positive one. Thanks Emma Westcott
for this True Sport Moment!
Go Dalewood Students!
During a volleyball game, Daniel recognized that one of his teammates
was somewhat unskilled and reluctant to continue with play after missing
a bump. Daniel found every opportunity to during the game to encourage
him to continue. When it was the students turn to serve he cheered him
on to try his best and when the serve went over the crowd cheered and
Daniel gave him a high five.
Thanks Daniel Cressman for this True Sport Moment!
During a fitness run at the beginning of class two students displayed
behavior worthy of receiving a True Sport recognition. A student tripped
near the last leg of the run and two students stopped to help him jeopardizing
their placement in the run. This type of respect for other competitors
represents a True Sport Principle.
Thanks to Steven Wang and Emily Thomson of 63 for this True Sport Moment.
On September 5th Maxine assisted numerous grade 6 students in locating
their teams during the activity challenge. She did not tell the students
where to go but rather took time out of their participation to take the
students to their location. When participating she was positive and supportive
to all her teammates.
Thanks to Maxine Gravina for this true sport moment.
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2008-09
On September 3rd at Dalewood's annual advisor challenge, Sam Challen
was recognized for displaying many of the True Sport core values. Several
of Sam's teammates expressed negativity, saying they were hot and the
games were lame. Rather than buying in to this negativity, he participated
more vigorously and encouraged others for trying hard. His team rallied
around this positive enthusiasm and put a greater effort into their game.
Fairness, inclusion and fun, three of the four True Sport core values
resulted because Sam chose to demonstrate his leadership and sportsmanship.
Thanks Sam Challen for this True Sport moment.
During a baseball game this student displayed behaviour worthy of receiving
a True Sport recognition. A student tripped on second base and instead
of getting the ball, which would lead to an out, Taylor stopped to help
her jeopardizing their placement in the tournament. This type of respect
for other competitors represents a True Sport Principle.
Thanks to Taylor Devet for this True Sport Moment.
During a baseball game this student displayed behaviour worthy of receiving
a True Sport recognition. A big Congratulation goes to Nicole allowed
a player from the apposing team to run past her, avoiding a collision,
even though it meant that player was safe on first. This type of respect
for other competitors represents a True Sport Principle.
Thanks to Nicole Morrison for this True Sport Moment.
On September 3rd at Dalewood's annual advisor challenge, Piper Chan was
recognized for displaying some of the True Sport core values. In the Ultimate
Chicken game he demonstrated 100% effort. He worked hard to get the chicken
and then passed it to a teammate who had not been as involved in the game.
He made every effort to include everyone in the fun.
Thanks Piper Chan for this True Sport moment.
On September 3rd at Dalewood's annual advisor challenge, Ramona Sartipi
was recognized by one of her teammates for being worthy of a True Sport
award. Her teammate said on several occasions Ramona cheered her team
on, congratulating them on fine play or encouraging them to keep trying,
all the while emphasizing inclusion and fun. Her teammate said that the
day was more enjoyable thanks to Ramona’s efforts.
Thanks Ramona Sartipi for this True Sport moment.
On September 10, 2008 on two different occasions Eddie Hutchinson displayed
behaviour worthy of a True Sport award. In Physical Education class Eddie
was pitching to students enabling them to practice their hitting. He was
particularly encouraging to a student consistently hit the balls pitched
to him. It would have been very unlikely that this student would have
tried out for the Junior boys’ three pitch team had Eddie not praised
him for his success in class and encouraged him to try out. Later at the
tryout this boy did not meet with as much success. Eddie asked the coach
,Mr Yull, if he could pitch to this student and give him another try to
hit. Eddie demonstrated inclusion and fairness, two True Sport values.
Thanks Eddie Hutchinson for this True Sport moment.
On February 12th, at the completion of a regular scheduled league basketball
game, Molly Brillinger displayed a True Sport moment. Through the efforts
of her 14 teammates on the Junior Girls’ Basketball team, Dalewood
defeated A.A. Greenleaf to advance to the ¼ finals. Molly recognized
the four core values of excellence, fun, inclusion and fair play all contributed
to their success. She summed up that day’s game in a statement to
her mom, “I guess mom you have to be a good sport to be good in
sports.”
Thank you Molly Brillinger for this True Sport moment.
Heather Summers was a true leader in forming and preparing the Dalewood
Triathlon team. She gathered all relevant information, and made sure deadlines
were met. Heather went even further by helping to train the team. She
prepared the athletes by demonstrating many of the skills needed to compete
in a triathlon, including race preparation, how to handle transitions
areas and bike dismounts. Thanks to Heather, Dalewood students enjoyed
an exciting and successful day at Ancaster High. Heather, you certainly
displayed the values of a True Sport through your leadership and dedication
to helping others.
THANKS HEATHER SUMMERS FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT!
Will Alley displayed a True Sport Moment when he took the time to help
train students who were preparing for a triathlon at Ancaster High on
May 22. Many of the students were competing in their first triathlon.
Will spent considerable time demonstrating the many skills required to
complete the course. He reviewed transition area routines, bike dismounts,
equipment needed, and basic race preparation. Thanks to Will, the students
felt better prepared for the race. Students from Dalewood enjoyed the
day and competed with great competence and success. Will, you displayed
True Sport values through your time, effort, and dedication to helping
others.
THANKS WILL ALLEY FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT!
On May 26 Dalewood's coed soccer tem travelled to WDHS for heir 2nd annual
True Sport soccer tournament. Heather Summers was chosen as this year's
girls recipient for the True Sport award for Dalewood. She demonstrated
excellent play always giving 100%. She filled positions of midfield, defence
and sweeper, willingly undertaking every challenge. She always challenged
her opponents but did so in a competitive and fair play way.
Thank you to Heather Summers for that True Sport Moment.
On June 2nd Dalewood attended the R.A Riddell Soccer Tournament. At the
end of the day it was clear to see Even Prevac deserved a True Sport award.
One of the core values of True Sport is excellence. Eben wa our goalie
for the day. he took charge of this crease and net with great authority.
he offered advice, help and congratulations to his sweepers Yuval and
Heather. He added an element of fun, another True Sport value when were
down in goals. He left his end of the field and joined the rest of the
team attempting to gain an offensive advantage. Eben modelled the behaviour
we expect and appreciate of a Dalewood athlete.
Thank you to Even Prevec for that True Sport moment.
Back in September, while at our junior boys three pitch tournament, Finn
McKee demonstrated that he is indeed a true sport. After we won our first
two games handily, our boys lost a hard fought game to Riddell. In our
final game, knowing that we no longer had a chance of winning the tournament,
some of the boys were feeling dejected. Finn rallied the boys around him
on the bench and got their spirits back up immediately. He reminded them
that we were a good team, and that winning wasn't’t the most important
thing. He encouraged his teammates to have fun and play to the best of
their abilities. After that, the boys loosened up and had some fun to
finish off the day.
Thanks Finn McKee for this true sport moment!
On June 9th Louis Garber displayed a True Sport moment. While competing
in the 1500 m race at the Track and Field meet, another runner bumped
into Louis knocking him to the ground. Louis sustained several scraps
along his arm and leg. Despite the injury, Louis picked himself up and
continued the race in a positive manner. Louis did not say anything negative
to the other runners and kept his injury and pain to himself. He ran a
spectacular race and finished strong. Louis, for conducting yourself in
such a mature and respectful fashion, you deserve recognition for being
a True Sport.
THANK YOU LOUIS GARBER FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT
On February 12th Hannah Sholtz displayed a True Sport moment. Hannah
was one of 7 grade 6 girls of the 15 player roster of the Junior Girls’
basketball team. After the hard fought game that ended in a defeat, Hannah
approached a veteran player and thanked her for being so supportive this
past season and thanked her also for teaching her so much. This sportsmanlike
behaviour was unsolicited and sincere.
Thank you Hannah Sholtz for this True Sport moment.
On June 8th Sierra Robertson-Roper earned her True Sport award. In an
idyllic setting, we as Physical Educators hope for students playing by
the rules of the game, including all participants, playing their hardest
so reaping the fitness benefits of the sport, encouraging and congratulating
teammates as well as opponents and smiling and laughing during the competition.
Sierra epitomizes this kind of student. During a class lacrosse game,
Sierra on numerous occasions was heard congratulating, encouraging and
supporting many students, opponents and teammates alike. This is not the
first date such behaviour has been witnessed nor did it prove to be the
last. She joined other Dalewood students at the Division 1 Track and Field
meet in displaying True Sport behaviour. Continue to be the example for
others to follow and …
Thank you Sierra Robertson Roper for this True Sport moment.
On May 26th Matt Oliver was recognized for being a True Sport.
Matt was part of Dalewood’s coed grade 7/8 soccer team. Throughout
the day he gave a tremendous effort on the field, providing us with a
defence that was tough to beat. He demonstrated a tremendous work ethic
and a worked as a real team player. When told to make a substitution,
he would run on to the field and become totally focused on his responsibilities.
Even when playing against his friends on other teams, he would never let
up rather, he asserted himself more, forcing his opponent to work his
hardest. Matt displayed excellence, inclusion and fair play at the True
Sport soccer tournament and consequently was the male recipient of the
WDHS True Sport award.
Thank you Matt Oliver for this True Sport moment.
On May 22, Michelle Sulewski was competing in a triathlon at Ancaster
High. During the swim portion, Michelle completed the required 12 lengths
in record time. As Michelle was getting out of the water, she was told
she still had 2 lengths to go. Michelle did not protest or complain. She
put her goggles back on and swam. Michelle completed the rest of the Triathlon
with speed and determination. The extra lengths definitely affected her
time and placing, however, Michelle remained positive and continued to
cheer her teammates on. For displaying such maturity, respect, determination
and sportswomanlike behaviour, Michelle is truly deserving of a True Sport
Award.
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2009-10
During a 3-pitch game Catherine Price recognized that the other team was somewhat unskilled and had not managed to get a run during the first 3 innings. But in the last inning Catherine found every opportunity to encourage them to continue. Her actions were contagious and eventually our whole school team (Dalewood) started to cheer and create a True Sport environment in which they scored two runs successfully.
Thanks Catherine Price for this True Sport Moment!
During a 3-pitch game Sydney Emery recognized that another team mate had not had the chance to play all positions on the field and willingly gave up her position on the team in order for her team mate to accomplish her personal goals.
Thanks Sydney Emery for this True Sport Moment!
During a 3-pitch game, Alison Covert displayed behaviour worthy of receiving True Sport recognition. She demonstrated both excellence and inclusion throughout the games. She encouraged her team mates to excell, by calling out "plays". Thanks to her calls, her team mates were ready and aware of "the next play" and played a great defensive game.
Thanks Alison Covert for this True Sport moment.
During a volleyball game Jack willingly listened and supported his peers’ constructive suggestions regarding his personal volleyball skills. When our team was serving to stay in the game Jack took on the challenge to serve for our team. Unfortunately we were not successful and lost the game. Jack walked away from the experience happy to be part of a team that supports your efforts no matter what the outcome.
Thanks Jack Leighninger for this True Sport moment.
On April 28th at the Golden Horseshoe Orienteering meet we had evidence of four notable True Sport moments.
The division Bantam girls is filled with many novice runners who are on unfamiliar trails trying to find the next checkpoint in the fastest time possible. Natasha Lewis and Anna Deza met Jessica Van Loon on the trail and realized that she was stressed because she had gotten something in her eye while on the trail. Rather than carrying on and bettering their chances for a favourable finish time, they stopped and helped her out. This demonstrates the True Sport Principle, Respect for your opponent.”
Thank you Natasha Lewis and Ana Deza for this True Sport moment.
A similar incident happened in the bantam boys’ run. Jason Connelly and Simon Day came upon Claire Gammal and Maddy McDonagh. The girls were having great difficulty and rather than leave the girls on the course unsure of where to go next, Jason and Simon retraced their steps and helped the girls locate their next checkpoint. This changed the two person team focus to one of a school focus. Helping another Dalewood team became more important than satisfying their own personal gains.
Thank you Jason Connelly and Simon Day for this True Sport moment.
Helping others at the meet is characteristic of the next two examples as well. Joel Collins and Peter Capretta were competing in the Midget boys division. While on trail, they came across two girls from another school who were lost and clearly had no idea of the location of their next checkpoint. Joel and Peter lost valuable time in helping out another school, but regardless, they still placed 2nd in their division. Congratulations Joel and Peter for displaying excellence in your sport while still respecting your opponents.
Thank you Joel Collins and Peter Capretta for this True Sport moment.
Again another example of fair play and putting team goals ahead of personal gains involves Gregory Gordon. Gregory was competing in the bantam boys division. He came to a difficult impass, shrouded with thick bush and a daunting stream. Rather than enabling just he and his partner, Ivan,to get through this tough part, Gregory chose to place a rock in the stream to be used as a stepping stone by others. He also held back the brush so another Dalewood team could have an easier task of getting through.
Thank you Gregory Gordon for this True Sport moment.
At this year's advisor challenge on the second day of school, Jacob Wolfenden became our first True Sport recipient. Throughout the day's activities he participated with enthusiasm and intensity. Rather than scoring all the goals especially in the four corner soccer game, he looked to his teammates setting them up for shots and allowing them the joy of scoring. He demonstrated the True Sport principle of "inclusion" and made the experience a "fun" one for all his teammates.
THANK YOU JACOB WOLFENDEN FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT.
Rebecca Whitmore was acknowledged as a True Sport recipient for her efforts during the advisor challenge. Rebecca is an OELC student who took her responsibility as a team leader very seriously. She made sure that every student was involved and having fun. She also looked after those who got hurt. Rebecca ensured her team mates were involved and having fun.
THANK YOU REBECCA WHITMORE FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT.
Small but packed with enthusiasm is a way to describe Maddie Kennedy. Maddie became a True Sport recipient because of her efforts during this year's advisor challenge. Maddie lead the group in song and cheer trying to get everyone excited about being a student at Dalewood. She demonstrated an enthusiastic effort in all activities and played fairly in each competition. The OELC leaders nominated her for this award because of she demonstrated 2 True Sport principles fun and fair play.
THANK YOU MADDIE KENNEDY FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT.
On January 27th Luke Kennedy displayed a True Sport moment. Luke was participating in the 5 minute marathon fitness activity in Physical Education. It is an activity that all students do, but if given the choice, would rather be playing basketball, badminton or soccer. Luke was running his laps and was in the final minute of his run. He was pushing for his personal best but came upon a class mate that was struggling. He slowed down enough to offer the following words of encouragement, “Come on Liam, keep going.” Two of the True Sport principles include “Go for it” which implies giving your best and inclusion which is what Luke did when he encouraged Liam to keep going. Liam realized they were all in this together.
THANK YOU LUKE KENNEDY FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT
On Thursday March 11th there was a True Sport moment in a Senior Girls basketball game. One of the Greenleaf players collided with Molly Brillinger and both fell to the floor. Molly got herself up quickly and then checked with the other player to see if she was okay and to let her know the collision happened as part of the game and nothing was intentional. Molly demonstrated respect for her opponent.
THANK YOU MOLLY BRILLINGER FOR ANOTHER TRUE SPORT MOMENT
On April 26th, Dalewood swim team competed against several other schools at a swim meet. The meet started off with the medley relays. After a few heats, the referee stopped the meet and reminded everyone that the 3rd swimmer swimming the breaststroke had to touch the wall with two hands before the last member of the relay could leave the wall. Although many swimmers continued to touch with one hand, Taylor Cinq-Mars decided that she was going to play by the rules. As Rachel was coming into the wall, she touched with one hand. Taylor leaned down and gently reminded Rachel that she could not leave until both her hands were on the wall. In Taylor’s mind, it was more important to play fair. Well Done!
THANK YOU TAYLOR CINQ-MARS FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT
On April 26th, Dalewood swim team competed against several other schools at a swim meet. Brian Anderson swam in the Bantam division. In all heats, Ian Mackinnon took first place and Brian came in second. After Ian won the 25 back, Brian, a few lanes over, looked over at his team mate and congratulated him on a great swim. Brian was not concerned that he came second to Ian, only that his teammate had done well and was genuinely happy for his victory. Congratulations Brian on displaying such positive attitude and great team spirit.
THANK YOU BRIAN ANDERSON FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT
At the orienteering meet JJ Shanlin and Henry Kristofferson demonstrated behaviour worthy of a True Sport award.
Delaney and Alison were having a tough time trying to find control point number 5. Instead of trying to get a better time, JJ and Henry took the time to relocate Delaney and Alison to the next control point and help them improve their time. This action demonstrated respect for their teammates.
Thank you JJ Shanlin and Henry Kristofferson for this True Sport moment.
Delaney was our little chameleon. She played every position and did so without complaint. She cheered on her team mates throughout all of our games and was always offering kind words of encouragement.
Thank you Delaney Pierce for this True Sport moment.
Jessie and Maddy congratulated the members of our opposing team at the end of every game. They went out of their way to go over to the other team's bench, congratulate them on their win and to offer them good luck wishes for their next game.
Thank you Maddy McDonagh and Jessie Prevec for this True Sport moment.
On April 29th, Dalewood students were competing against each other to secure a spot on the Track and Field team in the 400m event. Louis Garber ran in the first heat, finishing with a very fast time. Brendan Opie ran in the second heat. Despite being Louis’ greatest competition, as Brendan was running his race, Louis shouted at him to go fast and cheered as Brendan crossed the finish line. Brendan beat Louis´ time. In response, Louis congratulated Brendan on his fantastic run. Congratulations Louis for displaying such amazing sportsmanship and team spirit.
THANK YOU LOUIS GARBER FOR THIS TRUE SPORT MOMENT
In a final class of the Badminton unit, Nicole Camillo displayed her True Sport moment. The students were playing Kings court where every mistakes moves you from moving to the revered Kings court. Nicole and her partner were defending that spot when in another court, Hudson stumbled and hit himself in the nose with his racquet. Nicole left her spot and came to Hudson's aid bringing him paper towel ice and finally taking him to the office for treatment. Nicole and her respect for another opponent cost her the win at Kings court but gained her a True Sport award.
Thank you Nicole Camillo for the True Sport moment.
Upon completion of the swimming portion of his triathlon at Ancaster High School on Friday, May 28, Hudson showed a true sport moment. He had been swimming alongside Owen Angus-Yamada, and right after they had finished swimming, Owen felt quite dizzy and ill. Instead of going out to cheer on his triathlon teammates, Hudson remained in the change room with Owen until he was feeling better. He was able to offer him some emotional support during this time, and Owen mentioned to Mr.Yull afterwards how grateful he was that Hudson had done this for him.
Thank you Hudson Halcro for this true sport moment!
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