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1 24th Annual City of Hamilton sport volunteer appreciation dinner Thursday, May 6, 2010 Hamilton Convention Centre, Wentworth Room SINCE United Trophy Manufacturing Ltd.

2 Proud sponsor of tonight s distinguished volunteer sport awards Proud to support volunteerism and amateur sport in the City of Hamilton SINCE United Trophy Manufacturing Ltd. Fox 40 congratulates each sport volunteer for making a difference in Hamilton sport, especially our dedicated officials who instill the values of fair play and true sportsmanship. Thanks to one and all! The City of Hamilton, Recreation Division of Community Services recognizes and appreciates the outstanding work of all our valued community volunteers. Thanks for making a difference!

3 MAYOR FRED EISENBERGER CITY OF HAMILTON GREETINGS FROM THE MAYOR OF HAMILTON Welcome to the 24th Annual Volunteer Appreciation Sports Dinner! This past winter, Canada s athletes made us all proud with their outstanding performance at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Their achievements are the product of years of dedication and hard work, not only by the athletes themselves but also by countless others who helped them along the way. While the success of athletics at the community level isn t always measured in gold, silver and bronze, the tireless efforts of our sports volunteers who coach, officiate and administer amateur sport offer a golden opportunity to the youth of our community to enjoy, participate and develop, both as athletes and as individuals. Whether or not you are helping to start a future olympian on the road to success, your generous gift of time and knowledge enriches our community. I would like to express my sincere, personal thanks to all of you. Sincerely, Fred Eisenberger Mayor 77 James Street North Hamilton Ontario Canada L8R 2K3 Tel: Fax: hamilton

4 City of Hamilton City Hall 77 James Street North Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8R 2K3 Community Services Department, Office of the General Manager Physical Address: 1 Hughson St. N., 2nd Floor, L8R 3L5 Phone: , x4839 Fax: jpriel@hamilton.ca May 6, 2010 Dear Valued Volunteers: The tradition continues. Tonight, for the 24th year we gather to celebrate your personal contribution to amateur sport in the City of Hamilton. As the General Manager of Community Services for the City, it is my pleasure and my honour to share this special evening with you and with our distinguished Olympic guests. I would like to extend my thanks to each and every one of you for your time, your effort, your skill and your enthusiasm. The value of your volunteerism goes well beyond the playing field and the ice rink; it helps to make us a stronger community. Once again, I look forward to working with you throughout the next year to ensure city facilities and staff support your fine work in our community. Congratulations to all! Sincerely, Joe-Anne Priel, General Manager Community Services Department 2 hamilton 2010

5 May 6, 2010 On the evening of Saturday, December 19, 2009 the Canada-wide Olympic Torch Relay made a stop at Dundurn Castle and Hamiltonians came out to celebrate and be a part of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver. Tonight, we are pleased to welcome representatives of Canada s 2010 Olympic Winter Games team as the City of Hamilton celebrates the achievements of our city s numerous community sports volunteers and honours the immeasurable contribution of Gene Sutton, President of SportHamilton, who passed away in August of last year. Gene Sutton was a force to be reckoned with and this space is far to small to do her justice. From teaching at the high school, community college and university levels to years of service with Gymnastics Canada, Gymnastics Ontario, and the Canadian Olympic Committee, Gene never stopped. She served as Team Canada s Chef de Mission at the Pan Am Games in the Dominican Republic in She judged gymnastics. She worked tirelessly to bring the Commonwealth Games to Hamilton and along the way she inspired a whole generation of volunteers. Tonight, we honour Gene and celebrate her legacy as we recognize the achievements of Hamilton s sports volunteers. SportHamilton is pleased to play the lead role in the selection of the Sport Volunteer Awards. We are proud of the impressive list of nominations received this year and extend our congratulations to tonight s award recipients. John Byl President SportHamilton Sport for all hamilton

6 P R O G R A M M E ARRIVAL OF THE OLYMPIC TORCH AND CANADIAN FLAG NATIONAL ANTHEM GREETINGS Mayor Fred Eisenberger, City of Hamilton Joe-Anne Priel, General Manager, Community Services DINNER Garden Salad, Penne Arrabiata Roast Beef, Mediterranean Chicken Roasted Potatoes, P.E.I. Mixed Vegetables Assorted Rolls, Butter Dessert, Coffee, Tea MAJOR AWARDS AND SPECIAL GUESTS Ray Lewis Community Service Award Presentation of Hamilton Hero Banner Dr. Gene Sutton Club Excellence Award OLYMPIC ATHLETES Fox40 Fair Play Award Ray Johnson Coach of the Year Award KEYNOTE SPEAKER Clara Hughes Pearson Dunn Insurance Inc. Most Outstanding Sport Volunteer Awards United Trophy Volunteer of the Year Award I Believe Tribute to Tonight s Winners 4 hamilton 2010

7 M A J O R AWA R D S RAY LEWIS COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD Presented in the adult category to an outstanding Hamilton athlete who has excelled in sport and has also made a significant contribution to the Hamilton community. DR. GENE SUTTON CLUB EXCELLENCE AWARD The Dr. Gene Sutton Club Excellence Award was established by the City of Hamilton in 2010 to recognize a model sports or recreation organization that provides quality youth programming, promotes healthy living, exemplifies respect for sport and fair play, and is a role model for youth in the Hamilton community. The award is named after Dr. Gene Sutton who was dedicated to quality amateur sport in Hamilton. Dr. Sutton was an advocate for providing a safe, healthy, and fun environment for youth in sport and encouraged sportsmanship and fair play. THE FOX40 FAIR PLAY AWARD Presented to an official who has demonstrated tremendous dedication to the principles of fair play and played a leadership role in the development of sport officials. RAY JOHNSON COACH OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented to an individual who best exemplifies the attributes that contribute to quality coaching. PEARSON DUNN INSURANCE INC. MOST OUTSTANDING SPORT VOLUNTEER AWARDS Presented to individuals nominated for a minimum of a 10-year contribution to sport in the community; can only win once; nominees are screened for potential as candidates for other awards. UNITED TROPHY VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD Presented to an individual who has demonstrated an outstanding commitment as an active volunteer in amateur sport over an extended period of time; may be a previous winner of a distinguished sport volunteer award. hamilton

8 KEYNOTE SPEAKER CLARA HUGHES A native of Winnipeg, Hughes was Canada s opening ceremonies flag bearer at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. A six-time Olympic medalist in long track speed skating and cycling, Hughes is the only athlete in history to win multiple medals in both the Winter and Summer Olympic Games. Clara reached the top of her speed skating career at the 2006 Turin Olympics, winning a gold medal for Canada in the Women s 5000m long track speed skating event. She completed her Olympic career with a brilliant bronze medal performance in the 5000m event in Vancouver. Inspired by the work of the international humanitarian organization Right To Play, Clara donated $10,000 to the organization after her incredible gold medal win in Turin. Despite her demanding training and competition schedule, Clara has always been involved in her community and has placed heavy importance on giving back through sport. A passionate Right To Play Athlete Ambassador and Co-Chair of Right To Play s Canadian Advisory Board, Clara is committed to raising awareness and funds by making people aware of the difference Right To Play s programs are making in the lives of children and communities across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. In recognition of her accomplishments and community service, in 2007 Clara was named an Officer of the Order of Canada. A frequent public speaker, Clara has also received the International Olympic Committee s Sport and Community Award and is a member of the Order of Manitoba. For more information, please visit Career Highlights Five-time Olympian Gold Medalist, 5000m long track speed skating, 2006 Olympics Four-time medalist in Winter Olympics & two-time medalist in Summer Olympics Only athlete in history to win multiple medals in Winter and Summer Olympics 6 hamilton 2010

9 SPECIAL GUESTS BECKY KELLAR Becky plays for the Burlington Barracudas of the Canadian Women s Hockey League where she was named top defenceman in 2008 and She took time off last year to train for the Olympics. She has been a member of Canada s National Women s Hockey team since 1997 and played in four Olympic Games winning three gold and one silver, including the exciting gold-medal victory in Vancouver. Becky attended Brown University, Rhode Island and graduated with a BA in psychology and a teaching certificate. She was inducted into the Brown Athletics Hall of Fame in She also holds an MBA from Wildrid Laurier University. Becky lives in Burlington and has two sons, Owen and Zachary. She is also an instructor at Strictly Hockey, an all-girls hockey school. BRAD MARTIN From Ancaster, Ontario, Brad started snowboarding when he was eight years old and has been competing since Brad quickly rose to become one of the Canadian National Team s strongest competitors. His specialty is the halfpipe where he is constantly pushing his riding to the next level by adding tricks like the Brad recently finished first in the halfpipe at the Canadian National Championships for the second year in a row, and sixth at a World Cup event in New Zealand. Brad finished 16th at the Turin Olympics in 2006 and 23rd at the Vancouver 2010 Games. hamilton

10 Proud AV sponsor of the 24th Annual Sport Volunteer Appreciation Dinner The City of Hamilton Recreation Division of Community Services SportHamilton in partnership with the City of Hamilton salutes our sport volunteers for their part in providing Sport for All 8 hamilton 2010

11 CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL 2010 AWARD RECIPIENTS DISTINGUISHED SPORT VOLUNTEER AWARD NOMINEES Robert Arklie Stoney Creek Women s Hockey Association Dave Biehler Minor Hockey, Dundas Real McCoys Less Browne Hamilton Ironmen, Minor Footaball, Blessed Sacrament Mike Campanella Hamilton District Baseball Association, Hamilton Cardinals Rep Baseball Association, Hamilton Baseball Umpires Association Rick Ellison Templemead Sports Association Barry Forth Kraft Hockeyville Bruce Gay Special Olympics Skating Charlene Hands-Lourie Canadian Thunderbirds Baseball Club Steve Hanes Stoney Creek Optimist Little League Dan Hierlihy and Pat Spagnoli Lawfield Minor Hockey Association Carmelina Laskowski Saltfleet Skating Club Frank Mills Hamilton Sparta Sports Club Elaine Mitchell Scott Park Baseball Association Javid Mizra Crescent Cricket Club Ralph Moulton Hamilton Olympic Club John O Gorman Hamilton Hornets Rugby Football Club Pam Ostrosser Mahoney Baseball Associaion Ross Ransom Scott Park Hockey Association Sam Rosati Stoney Creek Soccer Club Phil Saresky (Posthumous) CANUSA Paul Speziale Hamilton Minor Football Hugh Wardrope Hamilton and District Soccer League CITY OF HAMILTON Sport Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Event Managers Greg Maychak, Supervisor of Sport Development Mike Hammond, Sport Liaison Steve Davidson, Mohawk College SPORTHAMILTON AWARDS COMMITTEE John Byl, President Helen Downey, Vice President Dianne Laurenco, Board Member Doug Parry, Board Member

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