By Gordie
Howe Sports Complex staff
Gordie Howe Sports Complex
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| The Glenn Reeve Fields sit ready for Nordic skiers. |
On November
9, the schedule at Saskatoon Minor Football Field closed out with the
Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association’s 5A Provincial Championship
game. That contest was barn burner as Prince Albert’s Carlton Comprehensive
High School Crusaders just edged the Bishop James Mahoney High School Saints
35-34. Crusaders receiver Zane Litzenberger caught the winning touchdown pass
from quarterback Sullivan Smith-Windsor with 72 seconds to play.
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| Saskatoon Minor Football Field sits at rest for the off-season. |
The lead
picture of this photo roundup looks upon the snow-covered Glenn Reeve Fields,
which now contains ski trails that will be used for likely the next three or
four months. The Saskatoon Nordic Ski Club uses this area as one of its
main places to teach junior aged skiers.
Snow falls also
create photogenic scenes for our outdoor facilities that are out of season and
are sitting at rest until spring arrives. The second picture of our photo
roundup shows Saskatoon Minor Football Field on December 2 under a blanket of
snow. The third photo from that same day looks out upon Joe Gallagher Field
which is packed full of snow.
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| Joe Gallagher Field is still a sweet sight even in winter time. |
The
pictures in this photo roundup capture some of the memories that are made on
our grounds. In this photo roundup, most of these pictures were taken by our
Communications Coordinator in Darren Steinke.
Without
further ado, here is a selection of 15 shots we hope you enjoy.
Litzenberger’s forever memory
Zane Litzenberger, who is a star receiver for Prince Albert’s Carlton Comprehensive High School Crusaders, reacts to making the winning touchdown catch for his team in the Saskatchewan High Schools Athletic Association’s 5A Provincial Championship game played on November 9 at Saskatoon Minor Football Field. Litzenberger caught a five-yard scoring pass on a slant pattern from quarterback Sullivan Smith-Windsor to give the Crusaders a 35-34 victory over the Bishop James Mahoney High School Saints.
Crusaders are the champions
Not so fast
A defensive player holds up an offensive player during a Sentinels Lacrosse Club practice on November 18 at the Indoor Training Centre. The Sentinels play the field lacrosse version of the sport, and the space on the field turf at the Indoor Training Centre gives the travel program a chance to work on all aspects of the game.
Keep away
An offensive player looks to find a shooting position against a defensive player during a Sentinels Lacrosse Club practice on November 18 at the Indoor Training Centre. The Sentinels operate in the fall season and found a home at the Indoor Training Centre shortly after it opened in March of 2019.
Picture perfect bunt
A player from the 222’s Fastpitch program lays down a textbook bunt during a practice session on November 27 at the Indoor Training Centre. The Indoor Training Centre is the home of the 222’s program.
That one is out of here
A player from the 222’s Fastpitch program drives a deep shot during a practice session on November 27 at the Indoor Training Centre. The 222’s program allows players to get in off-season work playing softball and offers players the chance to compete in tournament action across North America.
Slick toss
A player makes a smart toss to get out of a jam during Saskatoon Ultimate Sport-Disc Society league action on November 28 at the Indoor Training Centre. Athletes from all sorts of skill levels and backgrounds take part in Saskatoon Ultimate Sport-Disc Society league play.
Happy high fives
The Saskatoon Ultimate Sport-Disc Society prides itself on ensuring players have a fun experience taking part in ultimate disc competitions. On November 28 at the Indoor Training Centre, this league contest ended with a lot of smiles and upbeat high fives between teams.
Laser focus
A pitcher zeros in on the strike zone in his wind up during a Going Yard Baseball Academy training session on November 29 at the Indoor Training Centre. The players were ensuring they used proper technique in delivering their pitches over the plate.
A quick coaching tip
Instructor Jordan Draeger, right, gives a pointer showing a
young player how a skill is performed during a Going Yard Baseball Academy
training session on November 29 at the Indoor Training Centre. Going Yard has
been a mainstay at the Complex dating back to March of 2019.
Airing it out
A quarterback throws to a receiver on a deep route on December 3 at the Indoor Training Centre during a tryout session for the Toon Squad female flag football travel teams overseen by Saskatoon Minor Football. The tryouts attracted a sizable number of skilled players.
Break it down
The players and coaches do a big cheer on December 3 at the Indoor Training Centre following a tryout session for the Toon Squad female flag football travel teams overseen by Saskatoon Minor Football. The Toon Squad travel teams allow an extra avenue for players to experience elite level competition.
Let it rip
A young hitter follows through on a drive into the net during a Saskatoon Berries Baseball Academy practice session on December 4 at the Indoor Training Centre. The Berries Academy focuses on helping players in Grades 8 to 12 improve their skills playing the game.
All-out effort
An infielder tracks down a line drive during a Saskatoon Berries Baseball Academy practice session on December 4 at the Indoor Training Centre. The Berries Academy allows players to work on their skills as part of a school day.
Female cricket festival coming
Dec. 21
Cricket Saskatoon is looking to give female players of all age groups and skill levels a great experience with the game.
Cricket Saskatoon and the Saskatchewan Cricket Association have
collaborated with Cricket Canada and ICC (International Cricket Council) to
host the first ever Women’s Criiio Festival in Saskatoon on December 21 at the Indoor
Training Centre at the Gordie Howe Sports Complex from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a
special Winter Camp theme. This Cricket Festival is FREE to register and open
to female players of all age groups and skill levels. Prior experience or
knowledge of cricket is not necessary.
Refreshments and equipment will be provided for the games. The girls will have a fun time playing the game of cricket with a six-a-side format. Women’s CRIIIO festivals were introduced to provide a fun first experience of cricket to female participants new to the game and help them develop an interest in the game.
Limited spots are available. To register click on https://tinyurl.com/CRIIIO-SK.
