Time: 2024-08-03
More than 300 athletes , coaches , and managers from across 11 provinces and territories will gather on the St. Johns campus for the 2024 Canada Basketball Under 15 and Under 17 womens national championships , starting on Monday , Aug. 5 . The tournaments will take place in the Physical Education building gym and the Field House , with the final games scheduled for Saturday , Aug. 10 . The event offers a unique opportunity for athletes to experience a large - scale athletic competition at Memorials St. Johns campus before potentially representing their province or territory in the 2025 Canada Games next year.
The athletes , coaches , and managers will be accommodated on campus and will have access to the universitys athletic facilities , resembling the setup for the upcoming Canada Games . The Canada Games host society will also be present during the championship days to provide information and answer questions about the Games . Additionally , more than 100 volunteers and numerous parents and supporters are expected to participate in the event , with spectator parking designated in parking lot 1A to accommodate the influx of visitors . To watch the games , spectators can check out the Canada Basketball website for the full schedule or catch the live stream on the Canada Basketball YouTube page.
Holly - Rae Myrden , a dedicated basketball player from Agassiz , will represent British Columbia at the Canada Basketball 2024 National Championships in Newfoundland . Born in Chilliwack and raised in Agassiz , Holly - Rae began her basketball career at Kent Elementary before transferring to G.W. Graham last year . Her family and the local community have been incredibly supportive of her basketball endeavors , leading to opportunities to further develop her skills in various locations.
The upcoming tournament in Newfoundland will mark a significant milestone for Holly - Rae , as it will be the first time her grandparents will see her play live . Competing in the 15U category , Holly - Rae and Team B.C. have been preparing rigorously for the competition , including early morning practices to adjust to the time change and perform at their best . Despite feeling nervous , Holly - Rae is excited to face tough competition from other provinces and territories , recognizing the importance of stepping out of her comfort zone to grow as an athlete.
As the tournament approaches , Holly - Rae looks up to basketball stars like Sabrina Ionescu and Carrie Watts , drawing inspiration from their success in the sport . She emphasizes the value of challenging oneself and branching out to new experiences , highlighting the growth opportunities that come from facing unfamiliar opponents . All games of the National Championships will be broadcast live , providing fans with the chance to follow the exciting basketball action across different age groups and provinces.
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