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SCHOOL SPORTS NL CELEBRATES OUTSTANDING STUDENTS, VOLUNTEERS, COACHES, AND SCHOOLS THROUGH 2025-2026 ANNUAL AWARDS St. John's, NL – School Sports NL (SSNL) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025-2026 Annual Awards, recognizing exceptional students, volunteers, coaches, administrators, and school leaders who have made a lasting impact on school sport and physical activity across Newfoundland and Labrador. Presented annually, the SSNL Awards celebrate individuals whose dedication, leadership, sportsmanship, and commitment help create meaningful opportunities for students both on and off the field of play. "School sport is made possible by the incredible efforts of volunteers, coaches, educators, administrators, and student leaders in communities across the province," said Karen Richard, SSNL Executive Director. "These awards provide an opportunity to recognize those individuals whose passion and commitment strengthen school sport and enrich the experiences of thousands of students every year.” BROTHER G.I. MOORE STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE YEAR AWARDS The Brother G.I. Moore Student Athlete of the Year Awards recognize student-athletes who exemplify sportsmanship, athletic excellence, leadership, and commitment throughout their high school careers. Each recipient receives a $500 scholarship in recognition of their achievements. FEMALE 2A - Lily Ryan - Belanger Memorial School 3A - Jayden Denty - Glovertown Academy 4A - Coryssa Tucker - Prince of Wales Collegiate MALE A - Christopher King - St. Joseph's Academy A - Hunter Walsh - St. Joseph's Academy 2A - Erik Bath - J.M. Olds Collegiate 3A - Jackson Butt - Glovertown Academy 4A - Brandon Philpott - O'Donel High School STUDENT ATHLETIC PROGRAM VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARDS These awards recognize student volunteers who have played an integral role in supporting athletic programming within their schools. Each recipient receives a $500 scholarship in recognition of their service and leadership. Anna Corbett - Cape John Collegiate Kailey Tucker - White Hills Academy VARSITY COACHING SERVICE AWARDS The Varsity Coaching Service Award honours coaches who have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to the development of student-athletes and school sport programs. Deon Goulding - St. Paul's Intermediate Barry Park - Templeton Academy Trevor Rowe - Queen Elizabeth Regional High Philip Young - King Academy VARSITY REGIONAL RECOGNITION AWARDS The Varsity Regional Recognition Award celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to SSNL Varsity school sport within their region. Avalon - Ewan Penney - Baccalieu Collegiate Avalon West - Billy Keel - Bishop White School Burin Peninsula - Jordan Baird - Pearce Junior High Central East - Mitchell Watkins - J.M. Olds Collegiate Central - Carli McDonald - Leo Burke Academy Central West - Jeff Quigley - MSB Regional Academy Northern Peninsula - Paul Hare - Burgeo Academy Southern Labrador - David Oxford - Long Range Academy Western - Nathan Phillips - William Gillett Academy PARTICIPATION NATION CHAMPION AWARDS The Participation Nation Champion Award honours individuals who have played a vital role in growing and enhancing Participation Nation programming within their school communities. Shawn Anderson - St. James Elementary April Gillingham - Lakewood Academy Kerry Walsh - MacDonald Drive Elementary Sarah Dicker - Peacock Primary School Rhonda Martin - Cloud River Academy PARTICIPATION NATION AMBASSADOR AWARD The Participation Nation Ambassador Award celebrates outstanding long-term contributions to the growth and success of Participation Nation programming. Kayla Chinn - Stephenville Middle School In addition to recognizing outstanding individual award recipients, School Sports NL also celebrates academic achievement and school-wide excellence through its Scholar Athlete and Sports Stars programs. SCHOLAR ATHLETE AWARDS The Scholar Athlete Award recognizes student-athletes in Grades 10-12 who have achieved success both academically and athletically. The program celebrates students who demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in the classroom while actively participating in school sport. During the 2025-2026 school year, School Sports NL distributed 485 Scholar Athlete certificates to deserving student-athletes across the province. In addition, 62 graduating students received a Scholar Athlete Pin, recognizing those who achieved Scholar Athlete status throughout their entire high school career. These achievements reflect the dedication, discipline, and perseverance required to excel both in academics and athletics, and highlight the many student-athletes who continue to set a positive example within their schools and communities. "The Scholar Athlete program continues to showcase the remarkable ability of Newfoundland and Labrador students to balance academic achievement with athletic involvement," said Richard. "This year's recipients exemplify the values of commitment, leadership, and excellence that school sport strives to foster." SPORTS STARS PROGRAM School Sports NL is also pleased to recognize schools that have earned Sports Stars status for the 2025-2026 school year. The Sports Stars program celebrates schools that demonstrate excellence through participation in Varsity and Participation Nation programming while fostering sportsmanship, school engagement, and athletic achievement. Schools accumulate points throughout the year based on participation, sportsmanship, and performance at Varsity championships and events. This year marked the introduction of an updated Sports Stars model. Population divisions were streamlined from five divisions to four, and schools were ranked within their respective divisions rather than working toward a fixed-point threshold. Under the new system, approximately 15% of schools in each division earn Gold status, 45% earn Silver status, and 30% earn Bronze status. Final banner distribution will take place following the conclusion of the school year. GOLD SPORTS STARS Canon Richards Memorial School Copper Ridge Academy Eric G. Lambert School Fogo Island Central Academy Fortune Bay Academy Glovertown Academy Holy Heart of Mary High School Indian River High School J.M. Olds Collegiate Mobile Central High School O'Donel High School St. James All Grade St. Joseph's Academy St. Lawrence Academy Templeton Academy SILVER SPORTS STARS Baccalieu Collegiate Baltimore School Bay d'Espoir Academy Bayside Academy Belanger Memorial School Bishop White School Botwood Collegiate Burgeo Academy Cape John Collegiate Carbonear Collegiate Christ the King Academy Cloud River Academy Corner Brook Regional High Crescent Collegiate Dorset Collegiate Dunne Memorial Academy Elwood Regional High School French Shore Academy Gander Collegiate Gonzaga High School Grandy's River Collegiate Gros Morne Academy Henry Gordon Academy J.C. Erhardt Memorial School Labrador Straits Academy Lakewood Academy Leo Burke Academy Lewisporte Collegiate Long Range Academy Marystown Central HS MSB Regional Academy Pasadena Academy Pearson Academy Prince of Wales Collegiate Queen Elizabeth RH Random Island Academy Roncalli Central HS Smallwood Academy Se't A'newey Kina'matino'kuom St. Bonaventure's College St. James Regional High School St. Joseph's All Grade Stephenville High School Viking Trail Academy William Gillett Academy BRONZE SPORTS STARS Amos Comenius Memorial School Ascension Collegiate Bonne Bay Academy Clarenville High School Discovery Collegiate E.A. Butler All Grade École Sainte-Anne Exploits Valley High School Fitzgerald Academy Gill Memorial Academy Heritage Collegiate Holy Name of Mary Academy Jane Collins Academy Jens Haven Memorial School King Academy Lake Melville School Laval High School Main River Academy Mealy Mountain Collegiate Menihek High School Mushuau Innu School New World Island Academy Point Leamington Academy Riverwood Academy Sheshatshiu Innu School Southwest Arm Academy St. Kevin's High School St. Lewis Academy St. Michael's Regional High St. Peter's Academy Tricentia Academy Waterford Valley High School White Hills Academy School Sports NL extends its congratulations to all award recipients and nominees, and its sincere appreciation to the schools, volunteers, coaches, families, and communities whose ongoing support helps make school sport possible. Together, their dedication continues to inspire students and strengthen school sport across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Jul 7, 2026

2025-2026 Annual Award Winners

SCHOOL SPORTS NL CELEBRATES OUTSTANDING STUDENTS, VOLUNTEERS, COACHES, AND SCHOOLS THROUGH 2025-2026 ANNUAL AWARDS

School Sports Newfoundland and Labrador has been a leader in school-based physical activity & sport in the province for over 50 years. Established in 1969, SSNL now operates three separate, but complimentary programs - Varsity, Junior Varsity and Participation Nation - in 200+ schools throughout the province, impacting 15,000 students each year. We are adding a new position to our team, to assist in the coordination and administration of the Varsity Program. POSITION SUMMARY The Varsity Sport Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Varsity and Junior Varsity Coordinators in the delivery of tertiary programs within the Varsity and Junior Varsity Programs. The Varsity Assistant will be responsible for coordinating program activities, maintaining records, supporting communications with member schools, and assisting with the successful administration of tournaments and recognition programs. This successful individual will work from the SSNL offices located in Paradise, NL. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Tournament Administration - Assist the Varsity Coordinator with the registration and verification of sport declarations. - Coordinate and establish qualification tournament groupings and schedules. - Prepare, distribute, and maintain tournament information packages for all Varsity tournaments. - Manage and track annual awards inventory. Sports Stars Program - Administer the Sports Stars Program and maintain accurate program records. - Review statistical data and prepare recommendations regarding program updates, enhancements, and award recipients for the Executive Director and Awards Committee. - Support the Communications Coordinator in the development, preparation, and distribution of program resource materials and promotional content. Sponsorship Programs - Coordinate and order milk allocations for Varsity events and championships. - Coordinate distribution and allocation of SSNL and sponsor event signage. Interprovincial Travel Subsidy Program - Determine travel subsidy allocations for teams participating in provincial championships in accordance with established program guidelines. - Communicate approved subsidy amounts and program information to school administrators. QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS - Degree or diploma specializing in sport administration, recreation, community recreation or other related field. - Knowledge and experience in a variety of sports. - Strong organizational and administrative skills. - Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite and database management. - Strong problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively with staff, schools, and external partners. REPORTING RELATIONSHIP Reports directly to the Varsity Coordinator and works collaboratively with the Executive Director, Communications Coordinator, member schools, and program partners. WHAT WE OFFER - Competitive salary - Annual leave - RRSP Contribution - Group benefits plan Applications will be accepted until 11:59pm, June 29, 2026 and can be directed to krichard@schoolsportsnl.ca. https://www.careerbeacon.com/en/job/2231422/school-sports-nl/varsity-sport-assistant/paradise-nl?utm_source=share-link&utm_medium=careerbeacon&utm_campaign=refer

Jun 16, 2026

We're Hiring!!

We're hiring a Varsity Sport Assistant. Join our team and support the programs that inspire participation, competition, and growth in sport.

Applications for the 2026/2027 PN Development & PN Adventure Programs are now open! That means your school can now apply to run the Play 4 Fun, Unplugged, Outdoor Adventures and/or Sprockids program(s) at your school. In addition to the intramural-based PN Core programs available to all Members each year, these specialty programs provide schools with access to additional resources, training opportunities, and nutrition grants to help bring even more activity and adventure to students. Application Deadline: Friday, June 5th! PN Development Programs: Play 4 Fun This program engages students in grades K-3 and their caregivers in a fun and active evening class that focuses on teaching fundamental movements skills. Learn more: https://www.schoolsportsnl.ca/play-4-fun Apply now: https://ssnl.online/Play-4-Fun-Application Unplugged After School Program This program focuses on "unplugging" students from their devices and reducing the amount of screen time they're exposed to, all while encouraging them to be physically active. This program is designed for students in grades 4-9 and is lead by high school leaders. Learn more: https://www.schoolsportsnl.ca/unplugged Apply now: https://ssnl.online/Unplugged-Application PN Adventure Programs: Outdoor Adventures This program is designed for students in grades 7-9 and is focused on reconnecting students with nature and teaching wilderness and survival skills. Learn more: https://www.schoolsportsnl.ca/outdoor-adventures Apply now: https://ssnl.online/Outdoor-Adventure-Application Sprockids This program focuses on educating students in grades 4-6 on cycling safety and etiquette, while also teaching riding skills and bicycle maintenance. Learn more: https://www.schoolsportsnl.ca/sprockids Apply now: https://ssnl.online/Sprockids-Application

May 12, 2026

Applications for PN Development & Adventure Programs Now Open!

That means your school can now apply to run the Play 4 Fun, Unplugged, Outdoor Adventures and/or Sprockids program(s) at your school.

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