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Training Matters: What exactly is mental toughness?
By Brittney Nyrose on August 21st, 2020
Mental toughness is a widely used term in the sport community. “Oh that athlete is mentally tough,” or “he/she lost because they weren’t mentally tough” are some common phrases we hear in sport. But what exactly is mental toughness? Some people mistakenly believe that mental toughness is not showing any emotion. Being tough, strong, rugged. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Thunderbuck in the Badlands cancelled, new event in 2021
By Medicine Hat News on August 20th, 2020
Thunderbuck in the Badlands will have to wait. Despite getting promoted to the Monster Energy Tour last month, Professional Bull Riding Canada opted to cancel the event planned for Sept. 26 at the Canalta Centre in a Wednesday release. Another date for Thunderbuck in the Badlands has been scheduled for May 15, 2021. “We appreciate ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Willoughby cracks Top 10
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on August 20th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken When Zaynna Willoughby began track and field at the age of seven, she hoped to follow the path forged by local Olympian Sage Watson. Now 14 years old, Willoughby is well on her way. The Medicine Hat Panthers Track Club sprinter was recently honoured with a spot on Athletics Alberta’s Top 10 list of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!School athletics planning return
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on August 19th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Competition will have to wait, but student-athletes at Hat High and Crescent Heights will be able to return to the gridiron for football practices as of Sept. 1. Medicine Hat Public School Division superintendent Mark Davidson says he spoke with coaches from schools across the district Monday, and outlined three main goals for in-school ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Risling aces Hole 7 at MHGCC
By Medicine Hat News on August 18th, 2020
Local golfer Kelly Risling added another feather to his cap on Saturday at Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club. Risling is a member of the Medicine Hat Sports Wall of Fame and has won dozens of local tournaments as well as the 1996 mid-amateur championship. Saturday’s perfect shot – using a wedge on the course’s ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!U16 Thunder split weekend to close out fastball season
By Medicine Hat News on August 18th, 2020
The Medicine Hat under-16 Thunder split a pair of games in Olds this weekend to close out their summer fastball season. After taking down the Olds Pistols 11-9, Medicine Hat dropped a 15-5 game to the Strathmore Thunder in a gruelling battle under the blazing sun. “Despite matching Strathmore’s hit total, the Hatters couldn’t quite ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Edwards takes two at Speedway
By Medicine Hat News on August 18th, 2020
Dale Edwards drove his No. 10 car to back-to-back Baby Grand victories over the weekend at the Medicine Hat Speedway. Racing in front of limited spectators, Edwards edged out runner-up Doug Voisey on both Saturday and Sunday, while Rick Jondreau took third Saturday, and Dave Deschner snagged the spot Sunday. In the Elite Street stock, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ulrikson sinks another ace
By Medicine Hat News on August 15th, 2020
Longtime Paradise Valley Golf Course member Ivan Ulrikson is having a summer to remember on the local links. After achieving his first hole in one at the par-3 course a few years back, Ulrikson repeated the feat earlier this season then added another on Friday with a perfect 120-yard shot on Hole 3 using a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!ASAA postpones all fall provincial championships until Stage 3
By Medicine Hat News on August 15th, 2020
The Alberta Schools Athletics Association’s executive committee has opted to postpone all its fall provincial championships until Stage 3 of the Alberta government’s relaunch strategy kicks into action. ASAA made the announcement Thursday afternoon, adding member schools can hold in-school practices only if permitted by their school jurisdictions, while scrimmages and competition between schools will ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Back between the pipes: Local netminders return to the ice at World Pro Goaltending camp
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on August 14th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Local goaltenders have been putting in work for a potential upcoming season at this week’s World Pro Goaltender camp, held at the Family Leisure Centre. COVID-19 has created a number of challenges for young athletes, but World Pro Goaltending head instructor Marcus Beesley says the camp’s young netminders haven’t missed a beat after having ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Summer of success: Local golfer wins trio of titles
By Medicine Hat News on August 13th, 2020
Jean Nitchke clinched a triple crown over the weekend at Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club. The local golfer shot an 83-86-169 to win the Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club senior ladies’ title for her third golf championship of the season. The big weekend followed up a victory at the Connaught Golf Club championship, ... Read More »
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