Results on the scoreboard obviously determine the path of the team, but more importantly they determine the character of a child. How does the child handle defeat? Are they gracious, are they level-headed? The same questions could be asked for how they react to winning a game.

This year’s U14 Red River Rage ringette team pulls together players from many communities, including Ste. Agathe, Aubigny, Niverville, Grunthal, St. Malo, Dominion City, and Arnaud. For some players, this is their first year. Others have been playing for seven years.

The annual Eastman Ringette League Championships were held February 11–15 in Ste. Agathe, Manitoba.

Oskar Dyck, 10, has been busy setting himself apart in the sport of wrestling. Having a few years of experience in the wrestling program has allowed Ozzie to develop very strong leadership qualities.

Local skaters Miqaela Olatundun and Zoe Bardal participated in the Regional Championships at Lorette Skating Club in Île-des-Chênes on Saturday, January 9, representing the Niverville Skating Club. The girls are coached by Meghan Rafferty.

This year’s IDC/Lorette Comets are in the midst of a competitive season and expect to be in the running for the Hanover Tache Junior Hockey League championship. The Comets consists of players from Île-des-Chênes, Lorette, and the surrounding area.