2011 Induction Ceremony: By Brian Zelley
The process began with an introduction by the
Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame president
Nick Tuele. Also, his detailed message appeared
in the official program for the 18th annual ceremony.
Included in his message was the following announcement:
"Tonight we are also pleased to announce that the
Hall of Fame is bestowing an 'honorary life membership'
on Dave Unwin."
Inductees:
.Gail Archibald, Athlete/Softball,
.Bob Bolitho, Athlete/Soccer,
.London Boxing Club, 1974/75 Premier Soccer Team,
(Frank Grealy and George Pakos accepted the award
on behalf of the team member).
.Roland Green, Athlete/Cycling,
.Gary Johnston, Builder/Rugby,
.Max Low, Sports Media (The Sid Thomas Award),
.Oak Bay Tennis Club
Board of Directors:
Nick Tuele, Robert Hope, Andre Knight, Doug Jennings,
Irene Harrison, John Bate, John Devlin, Jeevan Dillon,
Nirmal Dillon, Murray Thomas, Gordie Strongman,
Fern Perkins and Bob Wheaton.
Contributors:
Alan Perry, Stacy Ross, Steve Duffy, Dan Descoteau,
Save-On-Foods, Brown's The Florist, Strathcona Hotel,
Keith and Ian Bridge, Dan Lomas, LMG Pringle Insurance,
and Accent Inn. Media Sponsors: Times-Colonist,
CHEK TV and CFAX 1070.
Presenting Sponsor: IBM
Gold Sponsors:
Pacific Institute for Sports Excellence, Victoria Foundation,
and island Savings.
Silver Sponsors:
Howe Gramlich, Little & Davies, Brian W. Zelley,
Mann Moulson & Co.
Other Sponsors:
Vancouver Island Soccer League, and
Ryder Hesjdal Tour De Victoria.
Preliminary entertainment included a photo
parade of past inductees by year, a cross-section
of names were:
Kevin Alexander, Dave Cutler, Billy Foster,
Gary Kershaw, George Pakos, Gar Tayor,
Hans DeGoede, jack Short, and Victoria Centennials
Baseball Club.
HISTORY OF THE HALL OF FAME:
As we look back from 1991 to 2011, there have been
numerous of inductees from Archery to Wrestling.
The sport of wrestling has only one inductee by the
name of TARAS HRYBIN inducted in 2002. Taras
was also inducted into the Canadian Wrestling Hall
of Fame in 1988.
A look at the past and present action n Canadian sports. From the 1954 British Empire Games in Vancouver to the 2011 Canada Games in Halifax there are many moments to remember.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Mandy Bujold in 2011 Pan American Games boxing final
CANADIAN BOXER in 2012 PAN AM GAMES: By Brian Zelley
It has been many years since Canadian boxers made a large
statement at the Pan Am Games. For the 2012 Boxing Canada
team, they have had an interesting journey.
The following link is just one of many stories..
Canada's Mandy Bujold books berth in Pan American Games boxing final
The article mentions her victory in the semi-finals to earn a spot in the finals.
Also, in the story was boxer BRODY BLAIR who wins a bronze medal
after his loss in the semi-finals bout.
BRODY BLAIR
It has been many years since Canadian boxers made a large
statement at the Pan Am Games. For the 2012 Boxing Canada
team, they have had an interesting journey.
The following link is just one of many stories..
Canada's Mandy Bujold books berth in Pan American Games boxing final
The article mentions her victory in the semi-finals to earn a spot in the finals.
Also, in the story was boxer BRODY BLAIR who wins a bronze medal
after his loss in the semi-finals bout.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
VANCOUVER ISLAND SPORTS
GREATER VICTORIA:
PAST CHAMPIONS AND BUILDERS: by brian zelley
Introduction
Greater Victoria has a great history of amateur and pro
sports. Some of the builders, teams and athletes have
been recognized in the Greater Victoria Sports Hall
of Fame, others have been recognized in Provincial
or different sports halls of fame, and a few of the many
have been inducted into several halls of fame.
THE BUILDERS of Greatness and Excellence:
No great athlete or team of athletes can reach the top
of the mountain without the help of many trainers
and coaches or even managers and officials in the
specific sport. But then there are the news reporters
and sports reporters that tell the story such as MAX
LOW, SID THOMAS, and CLEVE DHEENSAW.
In the Victoria area one of the all time stand-out names
is ARCHIE MCKINNON. But, there were many others
throughout the decades in a variety of sports such as
RICK BROUGH, HOWARD CURLING, and RON JACKS.
But, we cannot forget such names as Leona Peterson,
Judy Bourne. and Ed Ashmore.
THE MANY SPORTS
From Archery to Wrestling, Boxing to Track and Field,
and those team sports of basketball, hockey, soccer and
lacrosse there have been many golden moments from
local arenas and fields, to the world stage.
ARCHERY:
One of the important names of importance in the sport
of archery in Victoria is FRED USHER.
AUTO RACING:
With spinning wheels and the black and white flag,
Greater Victoria has produced many great names
in Auto Racing including the tragic BILLY FOSTER.
An important local place for the drivers was the
"Western Speedway".
BOXING:
One of the great names of boxing in the area was
EDDIE HADDAD. But many others have performed
well such as FRED DESROSIERS and DONNIE ORR.
One of the top clubs in the Sixties was the London Boxing
Club and in 1976 a club of interest was the Victoria
Athletic Club followed by the Victoria Jaycees Boxing Club.
Former boxers and coaches involved in amateur boxing
(photo by Dorothy Zelley, at the 2009 Induction Ceremony of the
Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame )
BASKETBALL
In recent decades the high profile team has been the "U. Vic Vikings"
but, there have been many other teams throughout the decades.
PAST CHAMPIONS AND BUILDERS: by brian zelley
Introduction
Greater Victoria has a great history of amateur and pro
sports. Some of the builders, teams and athletes have
been recognized in the Greater Victoria Sports Hall
of Fame, others have been recognized in Provincial
or different sports halls of fame, and a few of the many
have been inducted into several halls of fame.
THE BUILDERS of Greatness and Excellence:
No great athlete or team of athletes can reach the top
of the mountain without the help of many trainers
and coaches or even managers and officials in the
specific sport. But then there are the news reporters
and sports reporters that tell the story such as MAX
LOW, SID THOMAS, and CLEVE DHEENSAW.
In the Victoria area one of the all time stand-out names
is ARCHIE MCKINNON. But, there were many others
throughout the decades in a variety of sports such as
RICK BROUGH, HOWARD CURLING, and RON JACKS.
But, we cannot forget such names as Leona Peterson,
Judy Bourne. and Ed Ashmore.
THE MANY SPORTS
From Archery to Wrestling, Boxing to Track and Field,
and those team sports of basketball, hockey, soccer and
lacrosse there have been many golden moments from
local arenas and fields, to the world stage.
ARCHERY:
One of the important names of importance in the sport
of archery in Victoria is FRED USHER.
AUTO RACING:
With spinning wheels and the black and white flag,
Greater Victoria has produced many great names
in Auto Racing including the tragic BILLY FOSTER.
An important local place for the drivers was the
"Western Speedway".
BOXING:
One of the great names of boxing in the area was
EDDIE HADDAD. But many others have performed
well such as FRED DESROSIERS and DONNIE ORR.
One of the top clubs in the Sixties was the London Boxing
Club and in 1976 a club of interest was the Victoria
Athletic Club followed by the Victoria Jaycees Boxing Club.
(photo by Dorothy Zelley, at the 2009 Induction Ceremony of the
Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame )
BASKETBALL
In recent decades the high profile team has been the "U. Vic Vikings"
but, there have been many other teams throughout the decades.
Friday, October 21, 2011
GREATER VICTORIA SPORTS HALL OF FAME
THE GVSHOF and THE 2011 INDUCTION CEREMONY: By Brian Zelley
2009 Induction Ceremony Mike Caird, Boxing snd sponsor Brian Zelley
The Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame is ready for the
2011 Induction Ceremony and Dinner on October 29, 2011
at the "Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence".
The Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame is ready for the
2011 Induction Ceremony and Dinner on October 29, 2011
at the "Pacific Institute for Sport Excellence".
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
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