Swimmer Brent Hayden: From awkward kid to Olympian
Kids need to be exposed to a variety of sports when they are small
“Give your everything”
Imagine how you might feel as your child steps onto an Olympic podium, waving arms, face wide with a grin, eyes searching the crowd for a glimpse of you. Even if you don’t envision your child as a future Olympian, this new video from the Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) is a great way to get … Continued
Perdita Felicien: Olympic Track and Field, 100m Hurdles
Perdita Felicien exudes grace and power as she races in the 100m hurdles. With a host of titles in her career, including a World Championship in 2003, she is one of Canada’s most accomplished athletes and hopefuls for the London 2012 Olympics. These days she’s deep in training for the games, and in high demand by … Continued
Dylan Armstrong’s Olympic dream started with coach’s comment
You have to wonder about the power of a name. Canadian Olympic hopeful Dylan Armstrong competes in shot put, an event that relies on arm strength. Likewise, you have to consider the influence of a timely comment from a coach or teacher. Like Perdita Felicien, Armstrong was inspired as a kid to aim for the … Continued
The hardest job, the best job
We know how difficult it can be to be a mom. A new commercial promoting the London 2012 Olympic Games shows us just how rewarding it can be, too. When you watch it, you’ll also feel inspired and proud. It’s because of moms that children get the right start in sports, the right foundation for … Continued