Member Statement (15 March 2023)

From Hansard (15 March 2023)

 

16th Annual Warman Cheer Classic

Mr. Jenson: — Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This past weekend, the Warman Home Centre Communiplex was the site of Saskatchewan’s largest cheerleading competition. Mr. Speaker, the 16th annual Warman Cheer Classic saw over 3,000 young athletes from Saskatchewan, Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia, and Ontario competing. Over 5,000 spectators packed the communiplex for the three-day event and over 400 volunteers diligently worked to ensure everything went smoothly.

Mr. Speaker, Leslie Stevenson runs the Warman Ultimate cheer club and she also works with the school clubs in Warman and some other communities as well. It was Leslie’s vision 16 years ago to begin the Warman Cheer Classic and she brought it to life and it’s now one of Western Canada’s biggest cheerleading events.

Mr. Speaker, cheerleading is a sport that encourages teamwork, personal and physical growth, and goal setting, while also instilling confidence and allowing young athletes to gain practical life skills. But the stunting, jumping, and tumbling isn’t over yet, Mr. Speaker. This Saturday Regina will host the Provincial Cheerleading Championships at the Conexus Arts Centre. Teams representing 14 clubs as well as high schools from across Saskatchewan will be looking to cap off their season with a provincial championship.

Mr. Speaker, we wish all athletes and their teams the very best this weekend, and may there be lots of zeros recorded. Thank you.

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