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September 2016

“VICTORY IS IN THE QUALITY OF THE COMPETITION, NOT THE FINAL SCORE.”

- Mike Marshall

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Alberta Deaf Golf Club hosted the Spring Golf Tournament at Black Bull Golf Resort on June 11, 2016. Fifteen golfers almost completed the round despite lightning; hail and downpour halted play with one or two holes left to play. This tournament includes the Brooker Cup qualification for Brooker Cup that will be held at Cochrane, AB on September 23-24, 2016.

The 8 Alberta golfers are: Mark Duncan, Bruce Gibson, Rob Cundy, Grant Underschultz, Dennis Warick, Daylin Pillay, Lehman Drew (Qualified in BC Open), and Terry Dlugos. Terry decided to withdraw from the Alberta team. He is replaced by Jim Fleckenstein.

Alberta’s Mark Duncan participated in the World Deaf Golf Championships for the first time and worked hard to improve the score every rounds. He had a great experience golfing with other countries. Great job!!!

We would like to congratulate the Deaf Women Volleyball Canada team for capturing the Bronze medal in 2016 PANAM Deaf Women’s Volleyball Regional Championship on July 4th in Washington, D.C., USA.

ADSA will host the Beach Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, September 17 at Garneau Volleyball Courts in the University of Alberta area. See the flyer for more information.

Grant Underschultz, ADSA President

President’s Report

President’s Message 1

National Coaches Week & 2 Sports Coordinator ADSA Beach Volleyball 3-4

Erin Ramsay Interview 5

Gregory Bradford Interview 6

Madeline Brinkmann Interview 7

CDIHF Selection Camp 8

Enbridge Ride to Conquer 9

Summer Classic Pickleball 10

CDSA 11-15

Calendar of Events 16-17

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Interview with Volleyball Players

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR COACHES WHO SUPPORT OUR ALBERTAN ATHLETES IN REACHING THEIR DREAMS!

September 2016

NATIONAL COACHES WEEK

SPORTS COORDINATOR

ADSA IS EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE OUR NEW SPORTS COORDINATOR

JOANNA NICHOLSON!

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10943 84 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB

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Paid: Signature:

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What is your position on the Volleyball team?

Mainly right side and occasionally left side.

What are some of the most important characteristics and skills necessary for your position on the team?

All skills! Serving, hitting, defence, passing, blocking. Right and left sides are more all-around, and are not as specialized as libero, setter, or middle blocker/hitter. One important skill is the ability to read the opponent and play smart. Resilience and mental strength are also important characteristics in volleyball for all positions on the team.

What was the most important lesson that you learned as a player at PanAm and World Championships and how has it helped you?

Playing in a high stakes game was the most valuable technical learning experience for me. It showed me how important it is to play real volleyball games as often as possible. In a casual volleyball game, the points don’t matter because the philosophy is that having fun is what counts. So in a casual team, I find myself slacking more, making more errors, and not developing as much as I could. Playing in PanAm / World Championships has helped me to be more motivated to find a more challenging local team to play in as part of my training.

What was it like to play and interact with other players from other countries?

It was a lot of fun! Every team’s playing style was different and we had to learn how to modify our strategy to give the other players more challenge.

What’s the best way to psych out your opponent?

I have noticed that usually it is the best player on the opposing team that gets frustrated when they make mistakes point after point. The best way to take advantage of that is to make our attacks unpredictable. For example, we could start by hitting hard and pushing opponent defense to the back of the court, then we can start tipping closer to the net into the empty space.

How did you get started playing volleyball and what advice would you have for our readers who are just getting started?

I first started in junior high and did not play again until I was in grade 12, when Kim Summers organized a weekly volleyball scrimmage in Edmonton. From there, I joined Team Alberta and eventually made it to Team Canada. If you’re just getting started, my advice is to have a desire to continually learn and improve from your mistakes.

September 2016 Interview with Erin Ramsay (Volleyball)

WHAT ARE T HE BEST EXPERIENCES YOU HAD AT PAN-AM AND W ORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS? “Having the opportunity to play games at international level, getting to know the

“Having the opportunity to play games at international level, getting to know the teammates, and enjoying Washington DC.”

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Interview with Gregory Bradford (Volleyball)

What was the most important lesson that you learned as a player at PanAm and World Championships and how has it helped you? I learnt as a player while playing at PanAm and World Championships, win or lose, it did not matter as long as I gave my heart and energy in games and with the team. It did helped me and my team because we played one of our best games as a team in the 7th and 8th playoff game against India at the World Championships. That made me wanting to continue playing with Team Canada Deaf Men’s Volleyball in the future tournaments. What is your position on the Volleyball team? Setter What are some of the most important characteristics and skills necessary for your position on the team? Leadership, Athleticism and Quick decision-maker. One of the most important skills a setter must have is to be able to communicate with teammates and coaches when on and off the volleyball court. What was it like to play and interact with other players from other countries? It was quite challenge playing against some players that were so skilled but I learned a lot from watching how they play. Interacting with players from different counties was a lot of fun. Their sign language was unique but I picked up some quick and will never forget the time that I had with them. When you are doing training/conditioning, what does a typical training session consist of? I have my own personal trainer who has been helping me a lot with my upper, lower and core workouts. Typical training session consists of squats, deadlifts, bench press, leg press, running and nutrients. What is the one thing you do before a game? Eat banana before each game so that I do not get hungry when playing!! Who’s the funniest person on the team? Vishal Singh for Canada Men and Erin Ramsay for Canada Women What’s the best way to psych out your opponent? What will drive the opponent crazy is that I will always attempt to dig the volleyball each and every time I have the chance to. How did you get started playing volleyball and what advice would you have for our readers who are just getting started? Played competitive volleyball when I was in High School. My advices for the readers that are just getting started is to join volleyball club, volleyball camps and school volleyball teams. Do not stop playing volleyball but also play other sports as well. The more you play, the better you will be.

WHAT ARE T HE BEST EXPERIENCES YOU HAD AT PAN-AM AND W ORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS?

“Watched and played against some strong deaf men volleyball teams from different countries, met and made some quick friends, played volleyball at the international level and gained experience, toured Washington D.C. a little bit

and got to see Canada Embassy and Air and Space Museum.”

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September 2016 Interview with Madeline Brinkmann (Volleyball)

What was the most important lesson that you learned as a player at PanAm and World Championships and how has it helped you? The most important lesson that these competitions have taught me is that if I make a mistake, there is no use dwelling on it. Use that mistake, and learn from it. What is your position on the Volleyball team? My primary position is Libero. What are some of the most important characteristics and skills necessary for your position on the team? The Libero needs to be mentally strong and able to pass a settable ball off a tough serve or hit, in a high pressure game. What was it like to play and interact with other players from other countries? On the court it was challenging, intense and exciting playing against the other countries. Off the court all the players I talked to from the other countries were extremely nice and fun to talk to. When you are doing training/conditioning, what does a typical training session consist of? A typical training session at training camps usually consists of a mix of basic skill drills, and conditioning with a little more emphasis on game and team play. What is the one thing you do before a game? Sit off by myself and mentally imagine the different scenarios that might occur in the game, and visualize how my body will react. Who’s the funniest person on the team? Either Julia or Serena. Both have their moments of being hilarious. What’s the best way to psych out your opponent? Although it is more difficult to psych out your opponent in volleyball, what I do is celebrate hard after every single point we get on the court. I’ll celebrate hard even if it is an easy point, such as the other team hits it out, or serves the ball into the net. Since volleyball is such a momentum based sport, the extra celebration and jumping usually sucks momentum away from the other team. How did you get started playing volleyball and what advice would you have for our readers who are just getting started? I started playing volleyball in Junior High by trying out for the junior team on a whim. From there I loved it and have played club volleyball since. My main advice for those who are just getting started is to not get discouraged and quit if cut from a team. Even if not on a team, skills can be improved. Pass and set to yourself, or against a wall. In general just try to get as many touches as you can.

WHAT ARE T HE BEST EXPERIENCES YOU HAD AT PAN-AM AND W ORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS?

“Although winning bronze at PanAms was a pretty awesome experience, some of the best experiences I had would be when I , or someone else has made a truly incredible save, and then getting the point at

the end of the rally.”

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September 2016

SPONSORSHIP

ADSA is proud to sponsor Cole Laing and Tim Shaw to attend the Canadian Deaf Ice Hockey Federation training camp in Ontario on August 13th and 14th.

CDIHF Training Camp

#401-3628 Rae Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5R 2P5 www.deafhockey.com Charitable/GST #: 893361162 RR001

June 12, 2016 RE: CDIHF Selection Camp, August 11-14th

To all Provincial Deaf Sports organizations; Canadian Deaf Ice Hockey Federation would like to share that the 2017 World Deaf Ice Hockey Championship player selection camp will take place from August 11th to 14th in Kitchener, Ontario. Please share with your members who play hockey and ensure they all are members of your organization. CDIHF is encouraging PDSOs to support and send their players to Ontario for the selection camp during that weekend in August. Further instructions will be sent when the date gets closer. Currently the following information we have about the selection camp are:

• All players to arrive into Toronto, Pearson Int’l Airport on August 11th no later than 5pm as transportation will be waiting to transport players from the airport to the selection camp in Kitchener.

• All players to depart Toronto after 3pm August 14th.

Please send CDIHF of the names of attending players and flight information. CDIHF will forward to the organizing committee for arrangements. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Sincerely, Mark Dunn President, CDIHF Cc Bryan Johnson, Vice President Cecilia Tung, Secretary OPTTG Committee CDSA File

Cole Laing

Tim Shaw

Cole made Team Canada and will be attending the

2017 World Deaf Ice Hockey Championships with his

teammates in Amherst, New York from April.19th to 29th.

He is very excited to once again be on the team and would

love nothing more than to be able to bring a gold medal

back to Alberta.

ADSA would like to say thank you to Tim Shaw for trying out for

Team Canada. Even though he did not make the team, he put in a lot

of effort and represented Alberta well during the selection camp. We

wish you the best in the future!!!

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GRANT UNDERSCHULTZ What a great experience for me to participate in this inspiring event with Terry Williams, a biking

partner. I want to thank ADSA for sponsoring me with a $500.00 donation. The ADSA sticker was displayed on both side on my bike.

Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer The 2016 Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting the Alberta Cancer Foundation presented by

Evraz is an EPIC, two-day cycling event spanning over 200 km two days along the majestic Rockies! Our mission is clear - a cancer-free future.

Collectively, 1,402 Participants Raised $6.35 Million for the Alberta Cancer Foundation!

Lori-Ann Muenzer represented Canada at the 2004 Olympics in Athens. Her gold

medal win for sprint cycling was Canada's first-ever gold medal in cycling. ��

See http://lori-annmuenzer.com/ for more

information.

In the CBC News Calgary, Ride to Conquer Cancer raises spirits, emotions and $6.35M - Calgary The Alberta Cancer Foundation is committed to making a difference for 43 Albertans who hear the

words “you have cancer” every day.

Grant Underschultz and Terry Williams

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Date: August 21st, 2016

Where: Edmonton Summer Classic Pickleball Tournament

Royal Gardens Pickleball Club

Congratulations to Rob and Linda Cundy!

Silver in Mixed Doubles 4.0 Group

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Call For Athletes

Team Canada Deaf Bowling

The National Deaf Bowling Program is looking to identify, select, and train a group of athletes who have the potential, experience, and ability to represent Canada at the international level.

The focus for the National Deaf Bowling Program is to train and compete at the 2017 Summer Deaflympics in Samsun, Turkey.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Team Canada Deaf Bowling Program all athletes must be a Canadian citizen and have a hearing loss of at least 55dB in the better ear (three frequency pure tone

average at 500, 1000, and 2000Hz) with a minimum verifiable bowling average of 180 for men’s and 150 for women’s”

Identification and Selection Camp

The National Deaf Bowling Program will be hosting one Identification Camp October 8th and 9th, 2016 at Classic Bowl

3055 Dundas Street West, Mississauga, Ontario L5L 3R8 (Travel and accommodation are the responsibility of the athlete)

Registration

Please email paul.halas@assc-cdsa.com to express interest in the bowling camp. Final details, forms, camp schedule, and hotel information will follow. Final registration must

be confirmed before September 24th, 2016. Registration fee is $150 to CDSA Office.

Contact Information

Lydio “Jun” Trasporto: Team Canada Deaf Bowling Coach E-mail: jun.trasporto@gmail.com

Athletes

Please contact your association (PDSA)

September 2016

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September 2016

!PRESS RELEASE

AUGUST 16 2016, MONTREAL, QC

The Canadian Deaf Sports Association (CDSA) Board of Directors announce Craig Noonan, as Chief Executive Officer, is no longer with CDSA.

We would like to thank Craig for his contributions during his three years at CDSA and wish him all the best in his future endeavours.

Over the next few months, we will be conducting a search to find the new Chief Executive Officer of CDSA.

If you have any questions or concerns during this transition period, please do not hesitate to reach Mark Kusiak, CDSA President directly at mark.kusiak@assc-cdsa.com

Thank you in advance for your patience during this transition period.

For more information, please visit our website at www.assc-cdsa.com Or Contact: Canadian Deaf Sports Association  E-mail : info@assc-cdsa.com Ce communiqué est aussi disponible en français.

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National Badminton Head Coach Job Posting Information:

The Canadian Deaf Sports Association is seeking a highly experienced and qualified National Team Coach to lead and develop its National Team Program and Team Canada athletes of all levels. Specific focus on Long Term Training Plan for Deaflympics and Pan-American Games for the Deaf (4 year cycle).

Qualification Competencies:

- Coaching Certification: Minimum Competition Development, Level 3 is preferred; - Experience and demonstrated success in coaching at Provincial, National and/or

International competitions; - Experience and demonstrated success in training and developing athletes for Provincial &

National Team selection events and testing; - Thorough knowledge of the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model; - Current CPR and First Aid certification; - Proven ability to design Yearly Training Plan for various athletes, with experience in

Development and High Performance; - Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate; - Organization, interpersonal and communication skills are essential; - Fully Bilingual (French/English), knowledge of ASL/LSQ preferred; - Experience or Knowledge of the Deaf Sport System in Canada and Internationally.

Expectations:

- Select, supervise, mentor and train the coaching staff to ensure they progress and develop as

coaches; - Complete goal setting, individual assessments and reviews for each competitive athlete; - Support the multidimensional athlete: proper preparation, nutrition, mental training, time

management and physical training; - Work with the National Team Manager to deliver on effective National Team Program (if

applicable); - Work with CDSA Staff in the delivery of the National Team Program; - Establishment of a Long Term Development Plan to coincide with the 4 year Deaflympics;

Cycle, including Training & Competition in order to provide optional preparation for athletes and increase changes for success at the international level.

** This is volunteer position **

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NATIONAL BADMINTON H E A D COACH

APPLICATION FORM

Name: ____________________ Male: __________ Female: __________

Street: City:

Province: Postal Code:

Phone #: (H) (C)

E-mail address:

Present team you are coaching or playing with:

Playing & coaching experience in the past 5 years: Number of years as:_______________

Coach: ______________________

References: Name:

Name: Email address: Email address:

What level of NCCP certification do you have?

Please Note: All successful coaches are required to complete a Criminal Record Check prior to employment. Canadian Deaf Sports Association will reimburse coaches for this cost upon receiving their receipt.

Please fax (514) 321-8349 or email your coaching application form to adm@assc-cdsa.com

**Deadline to Apply is August 31 2016**

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Call For Athletes/Appel aux athletes Athletics/Athlétismes Badminton Beach Volleyball/Volleyball de plage Bowling/Quilles

Cycling/Cyclisme Judo Karate/Karaté Taekwondo Wrestling/Lutte

CDSA’s National Team Programs are looking to identify athletes who have the potential, experience,

and ability to represent Canada at the international level leading up to the 23rd Summer Deaflympics

in Samsun, Turkey July 18th-30th 2017. Les programmes nationaux de l’ASSC sont à la recherche d’athlètes ayant le potentiel, l’expérience et

la capacité pour représenter le Canada à l’échelle internationale, en vue de la 23e édition des Sourdlympiques d’été, à Samsun, en Turquie, du 18 au 30 juillet 2017.

Note : Beach Volleyball players will have to train at least A level to meet Deaflympics Beach Volleyball standard – Bowling - Minimum verifiable bowling average of 180 for men’s and 150 for women’s and other sports, please contact Head Coach. Remarque : Volleyball de plage - Les joueurs doivent s'entraîner au niveau A pour répondre au standard des Sourdlympiques en volleyball de plage. Quilles - Minimum une moyenne vérifiable aux quilles de 180 points pour les hommes et de 150 points pour les femmes et pour les autres sports, veuillez SVP contacter l'entraîneur-chef.

Eligibility/Admissibilité

To be eligible for the National Team Program all athletes must be a Canadian citizen and have a hearing loss of at least 55dB in the better ear (three frequency pure tone average at 500, 1000, and

2000Hz).

Pour être admissibles au programme de l’équipe nationale, les athlètes doivent être citoyens canadiens et avoir une perte auditive d’au moins 55 dB dans leur oreille la plus forte (trois fréquences

de moyenne de sons purs à 500, 1 000 et 2 000 Hz).

Contact Information/Coordonnées

If you are interested in any of these National Team Sports or our other National Team Sports, please contact your Provincial Deaf Sports Association.

Si vous souhaitez participer à un des sports de l’équipe nationale susmentionnés ou à d’autres,

veuillez communiquer avec votre association sportive provinciale des sourds.

For more information please contact: Pour obtenir plus de renseignements, veuillez communiquer avec:

E-mail/adresse courriel – gigi.fiset@assc-cdsa.com

Canadian Deaf Sports Association/Association des sports des sourds du Canada

www.assc-cdsa.com

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ADSA Curling Fun Bonspiel (Tentative)

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ADSA Annual General Meeting at EADCC @ 10am

ADSA Curling Fun Bonspiel (Tentative)

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