Cruisers Wheelchair Basketball

Registration begins

2008-08-24T11:38:00.000-07:00

Basketball-Monday Sept 15 6:pm at Westervelts Corners Public School

Multi-Sport(younger group)-Tuesday Sept 16 6:pm at Stanley Mills Public School

See you all there

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Beijing Bound

2008-08-05T05:29:00.000-07:00

We wish all the best to Kyle and Brock as they head off to Beijing in the next couple of weeks. We will be thinking of you and cheering you on from afar.

keep on Rolling

Kathy

Spitfire Tournament

2008-08-05T05:26:00.000-07:00

What exciting basketball that was. Two games I saw where the game was settled as the buzzer went. Thanks to everyone who came out and gave their support to our newest Team Canada member, Josh. He and the other juniors will head off the Humber College next for a training camp. Have fun Josh, I am personally taking a nap!!!

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Ontario Summer Games results

2008-07-28T12:24:00.000-07:00

What a great day it was for Blazers at the Ontario Summer Games. Madison shattered the Canadian record in Club throw, Kyle beat his previous Canadian record in discuss and Anam claimed the bronze in Boccia. Personal bests were set by Ryan, Renee, Peter while the two Anthony's fought it out on the track. We are proud of all of you. Well done. We wish the best of luck to Brock and Kyle as they head to Beijing. We will be thinking of both of you and anxious to hear your results.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion

2008-06-09T20:20:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all of you who participated. I am very proud that everyone pushed at least 2.5 km. Well done and of course......

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

End of the year Awards Night

2008-06-03T04:00:00.000-07:00

Well our last night was a huge success. Thanks to all our hard working volunteers for their time all year: Andrea, Brock, Peter, Anthony and Josh.

Congratulations to Team Blue for winning the 1st house league championship. Josh, Anthony (weebles), Anthony (grinder), Amanda, Ed, Renee, Chantelle, Brandon and Michael.

You'll get them next year..red

Congratulations to all our award winners:
Connor McGowan - Garrett Dallas Award
Josh Giles - MVP Blue Team
Ryan Bennett- MVP Red Team
Anthony Gale - Top Points Blue Team
Peter Wakelin - Top Points Red Team

We hope you all have a great summer....keep checking the blog for updates on how everyone is doing.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Boccia rankings on Ontario

2008-05-14T16:17:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to two of our athletes. Brock is now ranked #1 in Ontario in the BC1 class and Anam is now ranked #2 in Ontario in the BC3 class. Congratulations to both of you. Keep up the good work.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

remaining dates for 2008

2008-04-02T18:07:00.000-07:00

Multisport Group-April 8, 29-Stan;ey Mills-630-830
May 5, 12, 26-Westervelts-600-730

Basketball Group-April 4, May 2-Stanley Mills-630-830
May 5, 12, 26-Westervelts-730-930

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Remaining dates for this year

2008-03-30T07:38:00.000-07:00

March 31
April 7, 28
May 5, 12, 26

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Junior Cruisers win Championship

2008-03-30T07:34:00.000-07:00

On Saturday the Junior Cruisers won the League Championship in a hard fought battle with Sarnia. The final score was 6-3 but our outstanding goaltending and defence kept us in the game. Congratulations to the whole team in this exciting win. Members of the Blazers who are on this team are Anthony G., Renee, Jake, Anthony P. and Isaiah. Way to go team!!!!!

Under 24 Ontario Team Returns

2008-03-23T15:22:00.001-07:00

What a few days we had in Edmonton. 4 wins and 1 loss. The loss came with 4 minutes left to play in the third period. A nailbiter to say the least. Blazers involved in this exciting event were Josh, Anthony, Isaiah, Michael and Karl. All played very well....Isaiah with 3 shutouts, Josh, Michael, Anthony and Karl all contributing to the scoring. Anthony even found out where he lives (lol). A great time was had by all and the team can't wait for the next adventure.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Boccia News

2008-03-10T16:10:00.000-07:00

Brock did it.....He made Team Canada for Boccia. This means that on August 23rd, 2008, he will be heading off to Bejing to represent Canada in the Paralympic Games. What a huge accomplishment for a 17 year old young man. Congratulations Brock and know that we are all behind you and supporting you. We know you will do us proud.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Blazers Friday March 7th

2008-03-07T13:36:00.000-08:00

Well right now the roads are not too bad, but are starting to get slippery. I have listened to the latest weather report and they say 10cm tonight and then more tomorrow. I think that we should cancel tonight as it may get worse while we are playing. Have a good break and we will see everyone back on March 17th at Westervelts 7:30-9:30

In the meantime

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Boccia News

2008-03-06T15:19:00.000-08:00

Our very own Brock attend the Nationals last weekend. Congratulations go out to him for a Silver medal in the event. He also won a Silver Medal as part of Team Ontario and Spirit of the Game Award for the Tournament.

WAY TO GO BROCK

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Ontario Paralympic Winter Games-Collingwood

2008-02-18T13:46:00.000-08:00

WOW!!!!!...what a weekend. I got a chance to nip over and watch a game of wheelchair rugby and a game and a half of wheelchair basketball. Most of my time was spent at the rink, however. A big Congratulations to Ahmad, who was part of the Gold Medal team at Wheelchair Basketball and Tamara, who was part of the Bronze medal team Both of you looked like you were working hard and representing the Blazers well. Congratulations also go out to Ryan, Josh, Michael, Peter and Karl, who were part of the Gold medal Sledge Hockey Team. A Special thanks to Steve who came all the way to Collingwood to watch the Final game and to Brock who kept in touch by text messaging to get all the latest updates.

Great Job everyone and remember

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Cruisers Silent Auction

2007-11-12T19:18:00.001-08:00

The Cruisers will be having their annual Sledge-a-thon and Silent Auction on Saturday November 17 from 11:00-3:00pm. It will take place at Icelands arena in Mississauga. Come on out and watch Erinoak staff play the Juniors at 11:00 and Peel teachers play the Intermediates at 1:00.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Blazers Fundraiser

2007-11-12T19:13:00.000-08:00

Don't forget about our Fundraiser event on Friday November 16th. Come on out and watch our basketball players play with the FireFighters, Peel Police and members of the Sheridan College Staff. The fun begins at 630 in the gym at Sheridan College in Brampton. A $1.00 admission fee will be charged and East Side Marios will have food for purchase. All proceeds from the event will go to the Blazers. See you all there.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Summer news

2007-09-16T16:53:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to Kyle and Rob in their Gold and Silver medal performances at the Para Pan American Games in Brazil.

Also congratulations to Brock who went up in a Glider with Freedom wings....brave young man!!!

Madison has joined the rank of the throwers and is now throwing club. She is already close to the provincial record.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

NEW SHIRTS and JERSERYS Maybe

2007-06-18T16:20:00.000-07:00

OK everyone...make sure you check you emails. We may be getting new jerseys and t-shirts. I need your input so check and get back to me as soon as possible.

Good luck to all of you participating in the Provincial meet this weekend.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Rick Hansen Event

2007-06-03T16:27:00.000-07:00

JUNE 10- All Basketball players, please meet at the curling blub by 11:00 am.

See you there

Kathy

Farm Trip

2007-06-03T16:26:00.000-07:00

The farm trip was a great success. Thanks to everyone for all the yummy food and I wish you a great summer. We will see you in the fall.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

News from Track and Field

2007-06-03T16:17:00.000-07:00

The two regional meet are finished and the results are in. Out two youngest players gave an awesome showing with both having personal bests. Dianne and Jake both shattered previous bests and did us proud. As for other Blazers involved, Brock and Anam both qualified for the provincials in Boccia, Renee, Kyle, Robert, Ryan, Michael and Amanda qualified for Field events and Isaiah, Anthony, Phillip and Peter qualified for Track events. I know many of you had personal bests in order to do this. Congratulations to all and we wish you all the best at the Provincials in the end of June.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Boccia World Cup

2007-06-03T16:14:00.000-07:00

Well the World Cup has come and gone. Team Canada finished in the top eight and this team included our own Brock. This means Canada qualifies to send a team to the Paralympic games in Bejing next year. Good luck to Brock as he tries to make this Paralympic team.

Kathy

Special events coming up

2007-05-06T06:31:00.000-07:00

Farm trip for our younger group: So far I am heard from Steven, Craig, Megan, Jake, Dianne, Brock, Madison, Billy, Jonah and Grace. Anyone else wishing to attend, please let me know ASAP. This trip will take place on June 3rd and directions are available on the Windreach Farms website. We will all be meeting at the farm at 10.00 am.

Extra Court Time for BBall Players: So far I have heard from Isaiah, Amanda, Renee, Andrea, Theresa, and Steve. I think I got verbal confirmation from Ryan. I need to know who will be coming on the tuesdays as I know many of you are busy with throwing and track. Please let me know ASAP. The dates again are May 8th, 11th, 15th and 18th at Stanley Mills Public school in Brampton.

Rick Hansen Event. Looking forward to this one at Chingcousy park on June 10th. Don't forget to be there by 11:00

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Boccia News from the Czech Republic

2007-04-17T14:56:00.000-07:00

Well Brock and the rest of team Canada are back from their travels and despite a 3 hour wait in the forest while their bus got fixed, they had a great time. Canada won the tournament with a huge effort in the final game to beat a team from Czech Republic that they had lost to in the round robin. A good warm up for the World Cup. Congratulations to Brock and the rest of the team for their effort. We look forward to hearing more news from the World Cup in May.

Keep On Rolling

Kathy

More Sledge Hockey News

2007-04-16T14:15:00.000-07:00

The Toronto Express took Silver in a tough fought final at the Ontario finals. The score was 1-0 and it was a very exciting game. Congratulations to Ryan, Rob, Michael, Steve, Phillip and Karl. Way to go guys.........it was very exciting.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

May 7th

2007-04-12T04:27:00.000-07:00

So Everyone,

Our last night is fast approaching. I have managed to arranged extra chairs for that night. The parents of the younger group willbe welcome to give them a try during their time on the court. Erinoak staff will be coming for another challenge with the basketball group. It should be a fun night. I am working on a day trip for the younger crowd for the end of year party. It will likely be a Sunday in May. I will post details when I have them. As for the Basketball group, check your emails.....you have got extra court time instead of a party. Enjoy your April and I hope you are all still staying in shape.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Team Canada wins Gold

2007-04-08T20:20:00.000-07:00

The Team did it. They beat the USA in the final to capture Gold in the first ever World Cup of Sledge Hockey for Players 20 years of age and younger. What excitement rang through the Canadian fans as they sang Oh Canada at the Gold medal presentation. Canada continues to be a World leader in Sledge hockey. Congratulations to all and especially our local players.......Isaiah, Phillip, Curtis and Karl.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Team Canada Goes for Gold

2007-04-07T14:50:00.000-07:00

Team Canada defeated Germany today 6-1 to put them into the Gold Medal game tomorrow against USA. Goals were scored by Brenden, Jeremy, Karl, Stephen and Greg. Stayed tuned for the final details.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

more news from Philly

2007-04-06T13:19:00.000-07:00

The second game is over for Canada. This one finished 8 to zero in our favour over the Netherlands. Another shut-out for Isaiah and goals from Philip, Cam, Jordin, Brendan, Stephen and Karl. Tomorrow is Germany and this should be a close one.

Keep on Rolling

News from the Junior World Cup

2007-04-05T15:42:00.000-07:00

Well the first game is over and Isaiah has is first shut-out in international play. Team Canada beat the Team from Sweden 7-0 in the tournament opener. The goals were scored by Jeremy, Greg, Philip, Derek and Karl. Let's hope they can continue their play tomorrow morning against the Netherlands.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Wheelchair Basketball demo

2007-04-03T07:48:00.000-07:00

This will be held at a Brampton High school on April 13th at 1:00 pm. Those of you who are interested, please let me know. This is the demo that we talked anout last night in the wheelchair basketball group. Please email me if you can attend. I know many of you are in class, working or are heading out to Kitchener that day for the hockey tournament so don't feel you hve to do it.

Remember no Blazers until the 7th of May

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

PS. Ryan you looked great in that new chair

Sledge Hockey News

2007-03-18T12:46:00.000-07:00

Well congratulations goes out to our Team Canada Men's team as they captured gold in overtime to win the World Cup against Norway. At the same time our Under 20 team faced the USA in Buffalo for two exhibition games. Canada won the first game 3-1 and then the second went into overtime but ended in a tie 2-2. Congratulations to both these teams for a great performance. The Junior World Cup will be Easter Weekend so watch the blog for updates on that event.
In local Sledge Hockey news, the Junior Cruisers are still in the playoffs and now play off for the Championship next weekend. Good luck Peter, Isaiah, Renee, Anthony, Jake, Josh and the rest of the team.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion

2007-03-14T14:54:00.000-07:00

The Rick Hansen Wheels in Motion Event is happening again on June 10th at Chinguacousy park. For those of you who came out last year, we have been asked to do the same things again. For new people.....what we do is go to the park for 1100am. Our Basketball players will be involved in a basketball tournament with teams from corporations. Our younger athletes and encouraged to come and cheer them on as well as participate in the wheeling and other fun activities. I know everyone enjoyed last years event. For those of you who are Cruisers you will have to decide. The Cruisers will be involved with Wheeling in the Mississauga event the same day. I understand completely if you want to attend that event, however I do need to know numbers for Brampton so please let me know ASAP if you will be joining us or not.
Thanks
Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Boccia News

2007-03-12T15:55:00.000-07:00

Well Brock is back from the National Team training camp and he has made Team Canada. He is the youngest athlete to make this team for Boccia. He will be going to the World Cup in BC in May and Possibly a training camp in the Czech Republic. I wish I could go in his suitcase. Anyway Congratulations Brock and we wish you and the rest of Team Canada all the best at the Worlds.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Team Ontario wins Silver

2007-03-11T16:21:00.000-07:00

Well Team Ontario gave it a valiant effort in the gold medal game losing by one point to Quebec. Congratulations to all the athletes. We are all very proud of you.

Keep on rolling

Kathy

Back from Venezuela

2007-03-08T18:58:00.000-08:00

Wow what a trip. I tried to post a blog when I was there but it didn't happen. We had sun, sun and more sun. It is only 10 degrees north of the equator so very hot but beautiful. We went on a Jeep Safari through the desert which was a hoot and also went on a Catamaran that stopped in the middle of the ocean for us to go for a swim then to a cool beach. Their money was hard to get used to 2400 Bolivares for $1.oo so when you went to buy a T-shirt it could cost you 40,000 Bolivares. The prices are really cheap though and the price of gas was only 3 cents a litre.......really cheap. We were in a smaller hotel that was in the middle of nowhere but there was a little town just a short walk away. Lots of street vendors there making things like paintings, stone carvings and jewelry. Guess you are all suitably jealous now. Hope you are all well. Have a great March Break and see you on the 19th.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Canda Games begin

2007-02-25T13:46:00.000-08:00

So everyone...just thought I'd mention that the Canada Games have started in Whitehorse. You can watch some of the events on CBC. Wheelchair Basketball will begin on March 4th and we will all the best to Claire Buchanan and the rest of team Ontario as they take on the other provinces. Also Brock Richarson will be heading off this wekk to Montreal where he will attend the National Teams training camp for Boccia. Good luck to both of these athletes.

Remember to keep me informed of you events so that I can post all the news.

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Additional Cancellation Date

2007-02-15T13:11:00.000-08:00

Well Sorry Everyone but March 5th has now been cancelled for sure. So our dates that we have the gym are as follows:
Feb 19, 26
March 19, 26
April 2
May 7

Not too many dates left are there. Oh well we will have fun with what we have. Take care

Keep on Rolling

Kathy

Under 20 Sledge Hockey Team

2007-02-05T14:21:00.000-08:00

Several of our players had the opportunity to tryout for the Under 20 Team last Saturday in Burlington. There were 22 players there with 8 spots and a goalie position up for grabs. Isaiah made it as the goalie. Other players from the Blazers who made the team are Anthony, Michael and Karl. Congratulations to all of you who tried out. Everyone did an awesome job and no one looked like they did not belong nor did anyone look superior. I'm just glad I did not have to pick the team cause I'm sure it wasn't easy.
Way to go and Good Luck at the World Cup in April

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Snow Storm 2!!!!

2007-02-05T14:19:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone,

Hope you guys read this or have checked your email or messages. The roads in and around our school are not good tonight so no Blazers. Sorry about that. We will see you all again next week

keep On rolling

London Tournament

2007-02-04T06:06:00.000-08:00

Well Congratulations to all who participated in the tournament. My voice is beginning to come back. Jake, Peter, Renee, Josh, Isaiah, Anthony and the rest of the junior team managed to clinch Silver defeating three teams they had not beaten in the last two years. Great Job!!!. The Intermediates with Steve, Michael, Ryan, Robert and Karl also played well in a very tough division. It was very entertaining and I'm looking forward to the next adventure in Hockey for the season.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Junior Cruisers score big time

2007-01-21T18:32:00.000-08:00

Well saturdays game had a final score of 5-2 for the Cruisers. Sundays game was 9-0 for the Cuisers. between the two games, Peter scored 2 goals, Anthony had 6, Isaiah didn't see too much action in net, Jake had a shot on net, Renee had 2 goals and an assist and Josh had numerous assists trying to set up all the younger players. Great lead up to the Tournament this weekend. Well done guys.

Sledge Hockey

2007-01-18T19:15:00.000-08:00

Just to let you all know the Juniors have a game this saturday at Iceland arena in Mississauga. It starts at 11:15. The players who are on this team that we know are Jake, Renee, Peter, Josh, Isaiah and Anthony. Come on out and cheer them on. See you Monday.

Keep on Rolling

Snow Storm 2

2007-01-15T10:18:00.000-08:00

So the SNOW didn't really come but the ice sure did. I hope all you are safe and stayed as much off the roads as you could. We will see you all next week.
Did you hear about Paul Rosen's medal? He is the goal tender for the Canadian National Sledge hockey Team. I have met him and he is quite a nice man. Unfortunately someone stole his Gold Medal when he was doing a public appearance yesterday. Wow some people. I hope he gets it back. The dollar value is no where near what the personal value to Paul is.
Have a good week
Keep on Rolling

Snow Storm

2007-01-14T12:50:00.000-08:00

Please remember that is school busses are cancelled the group will not run. If you don't want to drive in the snow and the busses are still running, please give me a call to let me know you are not coming.

Keep on Rolling
Kathy

Newsletter 2007

2007-01-08T19:07:00.000-08:00

So as you can see we have a new blog. I dont know how you respond to it but you are all better at this than me so will figure out a way. From time to time I will post interesting information here for you all to read. Please check it.
If you are going to the Tournament this weekend, it does not start until Saturday. We will let you guys know about pick up times on Wednesday Night.
Blazers nights remaining for this year are:
Jan 15, 22, 29
Feb 5, 12, 19, 26
Mar 5, 19, 26
Apr 2, May 7

Keep on Rolling

Second Test

2007-01-07T18:11:00.000-08:00

Now I should be able to post here as well.

Test

2006-12-27T09:17:00.000-08:00

This is the first post to test this blog. Please if you want to comment on current news, leave your name so we know who you are.