Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2014

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on April 10, 2014

The Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame has announced the ten (10) inductees who will become the newest members to be enshrined as part of the Class of 2014. The inductees, including four in the athlete category, two in the category of builder and four in the team category will be officially inducted at the 48th Annual Induction Ceremony to be held at the Delta Regina on Friday, June 13, 2014.

Tickets to the 48th Annual Induction Dinner & Ceremony are $100/person and are available directly from the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame.

Everyone purchasing a ticket to the Induction Dinner & Ceremony will be provided one (1) complimentary ticket to the Saturday, June 14 Ottawa Redblacks versus Saskatchewan Roughrider Game courtesy of the Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club.

Induction Dinner Tickets can be ordered from the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame in person, via telephone (306-780-9232), email ([email protected]) or online at http:sasksportshalloffame.com.

The Delta Regina (1919 Saskatchewan Drive) will serve as the host hotel for the 48^th Annual Induction Dinner & Ceremony.

Group Reservation #: SHF061314
Double/King Guestroom rate is $147.00 (single/double occupancy) including parking
Deluxe Queen Guestroom rate is $162.00 (single/double occupancy) including parking
Room rates are subject to applicable taxes & fees. Additional person @ $20/person.
Call 1-800-209-3555 for reservations

For further information contact:
Sheila Kelly, Executive Director, (306) 780-9232
Linda Burnham, Co-Chair Induction Weekend, (306) 584-8944

Welcoming our New Curator: Brock Gerrard

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on February 28, 2014

The SSHF is pleased to announce the arrival of our new Curator, Brock Gerrard. Brock joins us from Wallaceburg, ON where he has been the Curator/Manager of the Wallaceburg & District Museum for the past three years. Brock graduated from Trent University with a BA Honours in Classical History (2005) and then completed a post-graduate certificate for Museum Management and Curatorship from Sir Sandford Fleming College (2006). During the course of his studies and following graduation, Brock gained additional work experience with the Peel Heritage Complex, the Museum of Nepean, the Goulbourne Museum and the Dufferin County Museum and Archives. Over the course of the coming weeks we will have some exciting new content to share with all of you, which will share a lot more about what Brock means to the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame!

Welcome to the team, Brock!

Ice & Fire Festival

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on February 15, 2014

The Ice & Fire Festival is a five-day celebration of winter art, culture and recreational experiences. A constellation of activities will take place throughout the city over the course of the five days with the Festival culminating in Victoria Park on Family Day (February 17). Full Festival details can be found at this link http://www.newdancehorizons.ca/performance/fire-ice-festival/ or you can stop by the SSHF and pick up a printed schedule.

Join us at the Hall for special Festival activities.

· The grand opening of a new exhibit, Skating….Saskatchewan Style, will take place on Saturday, February 15. We will be offering special hours of operation from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Free Admission will be offered all day.

· On Monday, February 17 (Family Day) we will again be offering special hours of operation from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Free Admission will be offered all day. The SSHF will also be sponsoring Harvey MacFarlane and the Sanguine Clydes Sleigh Rides between 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. The sleigh rides begin in the Plaza area of Victoria Park.

Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame Receives Support From Rider Alumni

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on January 15, 2014

Roughrider alumni Al Ford, Dale West, George Reed, Terry Bulych (Alumni President) and Rob Pyne presenting cheque to SSHF President, Trent Fraser, and SSHF Past President, Hugh Vassos

The Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame (SSHF) has received some welcomed financial support thanks to the Saskatchewan Roughriders Alumni Association. The Rider Alumni Association has provided the SSHF with $10,000 as part of the proceeds raised from the alumni association’s first annual Autumn Golf Classic held September 23, 2013, at the Saskatoon Golf and Country Club. The Autumn Golf Classic raised a net profit of $20,000.

“The SSHF does a tremendous job of preserving the history of the Saskatchewan Roughriders and many of our alumni are proud members of the SSHF,” said Terry Bulych, Rider Alumni Association President. “We are pleased to be able to give back and support this great provincial institution which does so much to preserve the legacy of not only the Riders, but all of Saskatchewan’s sporting greats.”

“We truly appreciate the support of the Riders Alumni Association,” said Trent Fraser, President of the SSHF. “These moneys enable the SSHF to continue to properly maintain the important sporting past of our province as well allows us to continue to educate the public of Saskatchewan’s rich sport history.”

The Rider Alumni Association and the SSHF thanks all participants and sponsors of the Autumn Golf Classic.

Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup – Post Production Continues

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on January 6, 2014

Words by: Sheila Kelly

As you probably know by now, Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup – Hope and Heartbreak, Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup – The Winning Years, and Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup: A Community Embrace comprise a series of three 6-minute vignettes that feature the Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club’s involvement in “the Big Game” over the years as Grey Cup participants, champions and hosts. Produced by the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame with funding provided by the Community Initiatives Fund and Fire Cube Video, these vignettes are the perfect length to capture the interest and attention of our visitors, and provide the SSHF with a tremendous opportunity to showcase the Roughrider permanent collection and involve many of our inductees.

Originally produced to be premiered during Grey Cup week, we were more than a little smug about the fact that the vignettes are now only historically correct to November 17, 2013. In the weeks following Grey Cup Fire Cube Video has been busy putting together additional footage of the festivities, the game itself, and the memories and experiences of some of those individuals who were in the thick of things.

One of these individuals is Richie Hall, Defensive Coordinator / Linebackers Coach, who has been involved in three of the four Grey Cups won by the Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club. The interview was pretty awesome as Richie had a lot to share. So much so that we thought we would release the whole interview (in its original raw cut) because, unfortunately, we know that only a few select sound bites will make it into the final reworked versions of Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup.

We anticipate that post-production on the vignettes will be completed within the next couple of weeks and the revised versions will be available to our visiting public by late January. At the present time the vignettes are only available for viewing within the SSHF galleries due to copyright permissions. Stop by and check them out. It’s the perfect way to fill a lunch break.

In the meantime, sit back and relax and enjoy the insights into the Grey Cup wins of the Saskatchewan Roughriders as recalled by Richie Hall.

The SSHF thanks Richie for granting access for our interview and gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Community Initiatives Fund to make this project a reality.

For The Record: November/December 2013

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on December 17, 2013

With the holiday season now upon us and things getting as busy as ever for all of us, we wanted to do something to keep you all in the loop as to what is happening at the Hall of Fame. The last couple of months have been amazing, not to mention busy for us, so there is a lot to cover.

In this issue of For The Record you will find a message from both our President, Trent Fraser, as well as Executive Director, Sheila Kelly. In addition you will find updated information on some of our inductees, along with a full recap of Grey Cup fever in Regina and the world premiere of our latest video project.

Thanks to everyone for your support of the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame in 2013 and we look forward to seeing all of you in the New Year!

For The Record November/December 2013

World Premiere at the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on November 15, 2013

The Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame (SSHF) will be hosting the World Premiere for

Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup – Hope and Heartbreak
Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup – The Winning Years
Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup: A Community Embrace

during our Premiere Party on Tuesday, November 19, 2013.

Saskatchewan and the Grey Cup is a series of three 6 minute vignettes that feature the Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club’s involvement in the Grey Cup over the years. Funded in part by the Community Initiatives Fund and Saskatchewan Lotteries, these vignettes capture the excitement and pride associated with the Roughrider team, as well as provide an opportunity to showcase the permanent collection of the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame.

This is an event not to be missed! Join us from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the Galleries at 2205 Victoria Avenue to be part of the official launch.

Tickets are $10 each (only 50 are available) and include light refreshments.

Purchase your ticket today by calling 306-780-9232.

Check Out Our Inductee Videos

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on November 12, 2013

It is no secret that we hold each one of our inductees in very high regard. This is likely due, at least in part to the fact that during the induction process, we are made very familiar with the inductees and their accomplishments. It has always been our intention to give you, our viewing audience the same incredible perspective of them that we are privileged enough to have. For the induction class of 2013, we took a huge step in that direction by producing a small video piece for each new member that we are posting to our website.

Included in each of these short but dynamic pieces is an insightful look at the life and accomplishments that each one of our new inductees has lived out along the way to finding a home in our Hall. Each video can be found on the individual inductee pages on our site www.sasksportshalloffame.com as well as via the YouTube links here.

Please feel free to visit our page, or better yet, our galleries and take in all the history and heritage for yourself. We look forward to welcoming you all in and sharing even more incredible information on the history of sport in Saskatchewan with you.

A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream Is Fast Approaching

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on October 18, 2013

Do you have your tickets yet for A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream? We are only 1 week away (Friday, October 25) from our fundraising partnership with the MacKenzie Art Gallery. Full details are available at http://mackenziegala.ca/. You can purchase your tickets online through the website or give us a call at 306-780-9232 to arrange for your purchase.

Here is a list of the packages (to date) available in the Silent Auction:

Three Generations of Pride framed print by Jeremy Bresciani and autographed by George Reed, Roger Aldag & Wes Cates
The Little General framed print by Jeremy Bresciani
The Little Prairie Girl original acrylic on canvas by Gwen Ridout (2013 SSHF Inductee)
Chris Getzlaff Action Figurine hand painted by Canadian Custom Sports Figures
Panda Bear Racquet original woodwork by Eleanor Ryan framed in a Head Tennis Racquet
Personalized Louisville Slugger Bat
Smile, You’re on Camera! 2 Hour Rental courtesy of Facebook PhotoBooth valued at $600
MacKenzie Art Gallery Vault Tour & Reception
Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame Grey Cup Reception
Conexus Arts Centre Theatre Package Four (4) tickets to an upcoming performance of the Bidder’s Choice
High Tea & Concertos High Tea for Four (4) at the Hotel Saskatchewan and Two (2) tickets to any RSO Concert in the 2013/2014 Season
Up, Up & Away Hot Air Balloon Ride for Two (2) courtesy of CTV
icubanéate! 6 weeks of a Beginner Salsa group class for a couple
Hurry Hard! Three (3) private instructional curling sessions (for any experience level) with World Champion, Linda Burnham and an Ivory handle curling “rock” sculpture
Night Cap Theatre Two (2) single tickets to the 2013/2014 Globe Theatre Mainstage Production of the Bidders choice and Napoleon Laine Brandy 750 ml
Kerry Joseph, Labour Day framed print by Drew Hunter autographed by Kerry Joseph.
Kevin Harvick NASCAR Package including NASCAR collectable 1:24 Scale Stock Car autographed by Kevin Harvick with podium showcase, NASCAR golf shirt & NASCAR ball cap

Artists who have contributed to the Live Auction include:

Anne Brochu Lambert
Heather Cline
David Garneau
Kyle Herranen
Miranda Jones
Kimberly Kiel
Belinda Kriek
Sharron Labatt
Wee Lee
Jeannie Mah
Grant McConnell
John Noestheden
Jason Robins
Melanie Monique Rose
Joseph Sanchez
Brendan Schick
Gerri Ann Siwek
David Thauberger
Debbie Wozniak-Bonk

Images of the art work can be viewed at http://mackenziegala.ca/art/

Gala Raffle Ticket Sales

Have you got your tickets to the BIG game yet? Perhaps we can help with the 2013 Gala Art Auction Raffle.

The Prize: Two (2) tickets to football’s biggest game of the year to be hosted in Regina on November 24, 2013, plus a limited edition photograph of George Reed, printed on canvas and autographed. Just added to the prize package is an autographed George Reed jersey!
The Price: 1 ticket for $20 or 3 tickets for $50. Tickets can be obtained from the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame (in person or by phone @ 306-780-9232) or at the MacKenzie Art Gallery Shop (in person).
The Draw: Friday, October 25, 2013 during the Gala Art Auction. The winner does not need to be present at the event to win. The winner will be contacted by October 28, 2013. And, we would be delighted to deliver the prize package should the winner reside out of town!

Lottery License: SR13-0670

A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream: Art & Sport Gala

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on October 5, 2013

Ticket sales are well under way for A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream on Friday, October 25. You can call us direct at 306-780-9232 to order yours or purchase them online at www.mackenziegala.ca Members of the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame and the MacKenzie Art Gallery can purchase tickets for $90 (including a $30 tax receipt). Non-member tickets are available for $100 (including a $40 tax receipt).

Here are all of the latest details that you need to know.

Live Auction contributors include a number of well-known Saskatchewan artists:

David Thauberger, Fresh Snow
Jeannie Mah, Black Amphora
Debbie Wozniak-Bonk, Yin and Yang (Dypth)
David Garneau, Batoche Pattern II
Kyle Herranen, Circles
Kimberly Kiel, In Performance
John Noestheden, Cluster #4
Anne Brochu Lambert, Home-Land Series
Sharron Labatt, Nestled in the Valley
Heather Cline, Game Day
Brendan Schick, Black Sun
Jason Robins, Ladies
Grant McConnell, Berry Pickers
Wee Lee, Dare to be Different
Gerri-Ann Siwek
Miranda Jones
Belinda Kriek
Melanie Monique Rose

Silent Auction contributors include:

Jeremy Bresciani, Three Generations of Pride, autographed by George Reed, Roger Aldag & Wes Cates
Jeremy Bresciani, The Little General
Gwen (Wall) Ridout, original art
Plan B Design, original art on a steer skull
Jason Robins, original art
Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, personalized Louisville Slugger Bat
NASCAR Hall of Fame, NASCAR collectibles package autographed by Kevin Harvick
Facebooth Photo Booth, 2 Hour Photobooth Rental
Globe Theatre, 2 Tickets to a Globe Theatre Mainstage production of choice
Conexus Arts Centre, 4 Tickets to an upcoming production of choice
Hotel Saskatchewan Radisson Plaza, High Tea for 4
Cubaneate Dance, 6 weeks of a Beginner Salsa group class for a couple
CTV, Hot Air Balloon Ride for 2

More items are being added daily…..

Can’t attend the big event but want to help out in some way? Consider purchasing raffle tickets for what can only be described as the BIGGEST game of the year (in Regina anyway). The draw will be held at the Gala but the winner does not have to be in attendance to claim their prize of 2 tickets to the BIG game, and an autographed canvas print of George Reed. Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50. Call 306-780-9232 to purchase or drop in to the SSHF.

A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream is designed to be a highly entertaining evening celebrating athletic accomplishment alongside artistic impression. We hope that you will join in the fun!

For The Record : August/September 2013

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on August 20, 2013

The latest edition of For The Record is now available online. Contained within its pages you will find information on the following upcoming events at, or involving, the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame (SSHF):

Inductee Nomination Deadline – Tuesday, October 1^stat 5 p.m.
Roughrider Alumni Autumn Golf Classic – Monday, September 23^rd
A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream – Friday, October 25^th

For The Record August/September 2013

Our current exhibit, The Boys AND Girls of Summer, will only be available for viewing until Friday, September 6^th. This exhibit highlights the individuals and teams who are recognized in the Hall of Fame, along with many of the artifacts that they have donated to our permanent collection. Do you know that the SSHF has 36 inductees recognized for baseball, softball and fastball. Included in this group are:

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Terry Puhl
Mary “Bonnie” Baker
Darlene Solie
David Pearce
Daisy Junor
Eugene McWillie
Reggie Cleveland
Larry Pavloff
Keith McLean
Glenn Reeve
Brenda Staniforth
Edmund Bitz
Laura Malesh
Gil Strumm
1969 & 1970 Saskatoon Imperials Fastball Teams
1969 Saskatoon Merchants Fastball Team
1973 Melville Midget Elks Baseball Team

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[column columns=6] Bob Van Impe
Muriel Coben
Don Funk
Shirley Kowalski
Mille (Warwick) McAuley
Robert Sawatzky
David Shury
Nada Hlohovsky
Donna Veale
Jay Sim
Andy Zwack
Cas Pielak
Pete Prediger
Arleene (Johnson) Noga
1970 Weyburn Canadians Fastball Team
1978 Saskatoon Imperial 400 Fastball Team
1973 Saskatoon Blue Angels Softball Team
1989 Melfort Cheyenne Chev Olds 222’s Softball Team

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Among the treasures on display are artifacts donated in support of the careers of our inductees, our Louisville Slugger bat collection, uniform samples from the 1940’s through to present day, and components of Arleene Noga’s collection of artifacts specific to the All American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL). If you have ever seen the movie, A League of Their Own, you have some knowledge of the League and how women kept the sport alive during WWII. The SSHF is pleased to have five players from the AAGPBL honoured in the Hall of Fame including Mary “Bonnie” Baker, Muriel Coben, Daisy Junor, Mildred (Warwick) McAuley, and Arleene (Johnson) Noga. Saskatchewan contributed a total of 26 women to this league out of a total Canadian contingent of 64 players. During the League’s existence (1943-1954) it is estimated that 600 women played on its teams. Thanks to Arleene and her ability to save just about everything, the SSHF has a very comprehensive collection specific to the AAGPBL.

With the approach of autumn comes the beginning of our Grey Cup celebrations. Next up is the installation of our first football themed exhibit, Countdown to the Grey Cup: A Salute to the 1966, 1989 & 2007 Saskatchewan Roughrider Champions, opening on September 16^th.

There is always something new at the SSHF. Take the opportunity to check us out in person at 2205 Victoria Avenue and celebrate Saskatchewan’s sport history!

Roughrider Alumni Autumn Golf Classic

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on August 8, 2013

We are pleased to confirm a brand new partnership with the Saskatchewan Roughrider Alumni Association. It’s a natural fit given that the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame is the official repository for the Saskatchewan Roughrider Collection, effectively ensuring that we preserve the legacy of the Rider alumni. It has recently been announced that the net proceeds from the Roughrider Alumni Autumn Golf Classic will be shared between the Saskatchewan Roughrider Alumni Association and the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame.

The Autumn Golf Classic will take place in Saskatoon on Monday, September 23 at the Saskatoon Golf & Country Club. Registration and Lunch begin at 11 a.m. with a Shotgun Tee-Off starting at Noon.

Rider fans can golf with the likes of Terry Bulych, George Reed, Al Ford, Steve Mazurak, Dale West, Dan Rashovich, Roger Aldag, Greg Fieger, Preston Young, Carm Carteri, Cleveland Vann, Rob Bresciani, Quinn Magnuson, and more….

Registrations are accepted as teams of three ($900) or as individual entries ($325). Your registration includes 18 holes of scramble golf with a power cart, Lunch, and Dinner following the tournament in the Clubhouse. Each participant will also receive an exclusive limited edition commemorative Mosaic Stadium Grey Cup collectible gift. Registrations close September 15.

Full details specific to the tournament, sponsorship opportunities, and a registration form can be found in the link below. Grab your friends and make a day of it!

For additional information please contact the organizing committee co-chairs:

Hugh Vassos at [email protected] or 306.222.5392
George Reed at [email protected] or 306.787.5418

Rider Alumni Autumn Classic

Sport & Art – A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on July 31, 2013

We are excited to announce that the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame is partnering with the MacKenzie Art Gallery to host a Gala Art Auction, which will take place Friday, October 25 at 6:30 pm in the T.C. Douglas Building, Regina. Not sure about the “Gala Art” concept? Don’t be worried. This event is designed to be a whole lot of fun and dressing up is definitely encouraged!

This event, A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream, will take a step back in time to ancient Greece where the artistic expression of sculptors, poets, and artisans was celebrated alongside the athletic events of the Olympic Games.

* The Live Auction will feature a variety of works generously donated by a wide range of talented Canadian artists. Get your game on and bid up your fellow art & sport enthusiasts to add to your own personal art collection!

* The Silent Auction will have an impressive array of packages including artwork and experience packages created for the ultimate art & sport enthusiasts.

* Topping off the evening will be a number of raffle prize draws featuring an assortment of unique prizes.

This enchanting evening of art and sport will raise much needed funds for the Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame and the MacKenzie Art Gallery. Ticket sales are now live. To purchase tickets and learn more about the event, please check out the link available at http://mackenziegala.ca/

We are excited about this new partnership and we hope to see you at A Mid Autumn Night’s Dream!

Win a Rider VIP Experience

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on July 5, 2013

The Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame has been lucky enough to work alongside the Saskatchewan Roughriders and bring you a once in a lifetime opportunity. We have been given the chance to draw the name of one lucky visitor through our doors to view a Rider home game like few others have. That’s not all we have for you though, in just a few weeks we will be bringing you an afternoon of fanfare and fun courtesy of the Green and White!

Saturday July 20^th, 2013 1-3 pm we are hosting a Rider Pride Family Day! Dress up in your Rider gear and come celebrate Saskatchewan’s football legends. Join us in an afternoon of fun football games, make a craft, get your photo taken at a peek-a-boo photo booth and score some treats (while supplies last). Roughrider Alumni will be on hand for an autograph session (ONE item per person).

Of course you can also enter to win the Saskatchewan Roughrider VIP Fan prize package! (The prize package includes: Four VIP tickets to the July 21^st game, including a pre-game meal and all four guests will experience the pre-game ceremonies on the sidelines of Taylor Field). Admission: $2 per person.

Don’t forget you can also enter to win the draw during the festivities of I Love Regina Day tomorrow, Saturday July 6.

*Photo courtesy : rodpedersen.com

Sask Sports Hall of Fame at I Love Regina Day

Posted by Matthew Gourlie on July 3, 2013

The Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame is partnering with the City of Regina and other attractions to celebrate I Love Regina Day on July 6. Come & share the excitement with activities in Victoria Park and a reduced admission of $2 to the Hall (*members are free).

Between 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. there will be games, crafts, and a photo peek-a-boo out in the Park (along with lots of other activities)

When you get too hot head into the Hall to check out our latest exhibits, participate in the Scavenger Hunt, and enter the door prize draw for a Saskatchewan Roughrider VIP Fan Experience.

Come on out and share in the fun! We look forward to seeing you.

If you’d like more information regarding I Love Regina Day you can check out the link included here

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Phone : (306) 780 – 9232
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