http://www.sportnl.ca Latest official news from Sport Newfoundland and Labrador http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=136 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=136 Thu, 10 May 2012 16:42:54 -0400 May 10, 2012 - ST. JOHN’S – Sportfest is back! Sport Newfoundland and Labrador’s three-day, interactive festival runs from May 10 to 12, and features provincial sport organizations showcasing sports that are currently available throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. Approximately 5,000 children from 29 schools across the Avalon Peninsula will have the opportunity to try both team and individual sports over the next few days. “Sportfest has grown a lot from last year, with an increase in registered provincial sport organizations and participating children,” said Doug Fowler, President of Sport Newfoundland and Labrador. “We had to move the event to the Techniplex, which is a larger venue, in order to accommodate the volume of kids and participating provincial sport organizations.” The interactive event offers seven different sport zones featuring a variety of activities and information from provincial sports organizations. This year will also mark the addition of Parasport, the firs... http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=135 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=135 Mon, 07 May 2012 14:07:23 -0400 May 7, 2012 - Part B will be offered Friday, June 22nd (6:00 pm-10:00 pm) and Saturday, June 23 (9:00 am-5:00 pm) at the Sport NL Building (1296A Kenmount Road). This course is open to coaches of all sports and aimed at coaches who are relatively new to coaching and likely coach at the community level. To register contact Bill Taggart (btaggart@sportnl.ca OR 576-4979). http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=133 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=133 Fri, 04 May 2012 16:13:15 -0400 May 4, 2012 - ST. JOHN’S – Sport Newfoundland and Labrador has announced the scholarship recipients of the 2012 Sport Newfoundland and Labrador Scholarship Program. Nineteen scholarships were awarded today at a reception at the Johnson Geo Centre. “These scholarship winners are true examples of excellence in sport,” said Minister Dalley. “It is very important to acknowledge their accomplishments, both academic and athletic, and to encourage them in their chosen sport.” The Sport Newfoundland and Labrador Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to qualifying amateur athletes, coaches and officials, who are enrolled in a post secondary institution, to assist in offsetting the costs of training and competition. The program has been in place for over 20 years, with thousands of dollars being distributed to deserving students around the province. “We are very proud of these recipients,” said Doug Fowler, President of Sport Newfoundland and Labrador. “These athletes, c... http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=132 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=132 Fri, 04 May 2012 15:56:11 -0400 May 4, 2012 - The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador today announced more than $800,000 in funding to upgrade and improve facilities in preparation for the 2012 NL Summer Games in Carbonear and Harbour Grace. See below for the News Release ... Municipal Affairs Tourism, Culture and Recreation May 4, 2012 Over $800,000 Invested to Upgrade Infrastructure for 2012 Summer Games A total of $876,230 was announced today to upgrade infrastructure for the 2012 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games being held in Carbonear and Harbour Grace in August. The Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister of Municipal Affairs, and the Honourable Derrick Dalley, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, made the announcement in Carbonear. The ministers were joined by the Honourable Jerome Kennedy, Minister of Natural Resources and MHA for Carbonear - Harbour Grace, and Milton Peach, Co-Chair, 2012 Newfoundland and Labrador Summer Games Host Committee. The Town of Harbour Grace will receive $211,220 in ... http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=131 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=131 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:28:33 -0400 April 30, 2012 - Reminder of the upcoming Competition Development course (Developing Athletic Abilities) this Sunday, May 6th from 9:00am - 5:00pm at the Sport NL Building (1296A Kenmount Road). This course is intended for coaches with previous experience with the National Coaching Certificate Program (NCCP). Coaches involved with the 2013 Canada Summer Games will require Competition Development training. To register contact Bill Taggart (btaggart@sportnl.ca OR 576-4979). http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=128 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=128 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:59:43 -0400 April 24, 2012 - Part A will be offered this Friday, April 27th (6pm-9pm) and Saturday, April 28th (8:30am-4pm) at the Sport NL Building (1296A Kenmount Road). This course is open to coaches of all sports and aimed at coaches who are relatively new to coaching and likely coach at the club or regional level. To register contact Bill Taggart (btaggart@sportnl.ca OR 576-4979). http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=127 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=127 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:56:26 -0400 April 24, 2012 - Reminder of the upcoming Competition Development course (Psychology of Performance) this Sunday, April 29th from 9:00am - 5:00pm at the Sport NL Building (1296A Kenmount Road). This course is intended for coaches with previous experience with the National Coaching Certificate Program (NCCP). Coaches involved with the 2013 Canada Summer Games will require Competition Development training. To register contact Bill Taggart (btaggart@sportnl.ca OR 576-4979). http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=126 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=126 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 14:18:29 -0400 April 19, 2012 - Reminder of the upcoming Competition Development course (Managing Conflict) this Wednesday, April 25th from 6:00pm - 9:30pm at the Sport NL Building (1296A Kenmount Road). This course is intended for coaches with previous experience with the National Coaching Certificate Program (NCCP). Coaches involved with the 2013 Canada Summer Games will require Competition Development training. To register contact Bill Taggart (btaggart@sportnl.ca OR 576-4979). http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=125 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=125 Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:34:45 -0400 April 16, 2012 - This past weekend, Sport Newfoundland and Labrador presented the 2012 Provincial Sport Awards to seven recipients and inducted two women and four men into the Newfoundland and Labrador Sports Hall of Fame. The awards were presented during the 2012 Annual Stars and Legends Awards Gala held Saturday, April 14, at the Sheraton Hotel in St. John’s. The Honourable Derrick Dalley, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, attended the gala and extended congratulations to all of the award winners and inductees. “This unique event recognizes those in the province who have achieved the highest level of excellence in their sport and also honours the men and women who have shaped sport in Newfoundland and Labrador,” said Minister Dalley. “I congratulate the tremendous dedication of our provincial athletes, coaches, teams and executive members, as well as the remarkable accomplishments of our Hall of Fame members. Sport continues to flourish in this province because of their combi... http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=120 http://www.sportnl.ca/news/news_view.php?id=120 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:30:27 -0400 March 28, 2012 - Athlete Balance - Practice, Competition, Weight Training, Fitness, Skill Sessions and more. How Much is Too Much for Young Athletes That Have Elite Potential? Elite athletes in NL face multiple training and competition demands and coaches need to recognize the signs of overtraining to ensure a good balance of rest and active sport/preparation time. Elite sport athletes often fill multiple roles in competing with club, school and provincial programs and can be pulled into excessive training and sport participation each week. Where should the balance of training lie and learn more about what you as a coach can do to create an optimal environment for athlete development? Presenter - Jerome Brennan - Strength and Conditioning Specialist - NL Sports Center Date Wednesday, April 4th 7-8:15pm To register email Bill Taggart (btaggart@sportnl.ca) or call 576-4979