Welcome to the Game Ready January 2018 Newsletter!

New Year, New Programs!

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Game Ready Strength & Power: Back at Fitness 2000
With Coach Casey Chin
Free Session
Saturday January 27
10:30AM-12:00noon
Strength & Power Program (13-18yrs)
Tue & Thur 7:00PM-8:30PM
Sat 10:30AM-12:00noon

New Elite OL/DL Challenge: Cloverdale Facility
With Coach Ryan Lucas and Guests
January 27-April 14
10:00AM-12:00noon

Elite 7on7
The interest in talent this year has continued to be encouraging for coaches.
We look forward to events south of the border against top competition.
Please contact Coach Jordan Linnen for more information:
j.linnen@hotmail.com

Elite Volleyball
For the 2^nd year, our players will travel to premier tournaments
to showcase their talents.
Please contact Coach Aaron Myette for more information:
aaron@gamereadyfitness.com

COACH of the Month:

JESSICA MARANO

"Jessica is an outstanding leader and role model. She is extremely committed to enhancing opportunities and confidence in girls and young women. She has been a tremendous asset with our school based programs. Her passion and expertise in soccer has made her valuable for camps and as a regular guest coach in our Game Ready Leadership Programs."
- Dino Geremia

JESSICA'S FAVORITES:
Favourite Food: Tostadas
Favourite Team: Juventus
Favourite Athlete: Fabio Cannavaro
Most Memorable Sports Moment: Achieving my goal in being Simon Fraser University's first choice of 2010 to play in the NCAA division on scholarship.

JESSICA'S QUOTE:
Game Ready has given me the opportunity to pursue both my passions in teaching and sports. As I work with youth, I strive to provide reliable, knowledgeable, and consistent mentorship and support in attempts to empower others and build their own self confidence. I hope to provide youth with the tools to not only achieve athletic excellence but to develop the mental strength to live life autonomously. I am privileged to work alongside and learn from some of the most impactful and caring coaches. I look forward to my future here with pride and excitement and being a part of this Game Ready family. “I am committed, I am game ready."

ATHLETE of the Month:

Savion Atchison
from North Vancouver

"Savion is a hard worker who prides himself not only on his ability to perform all drills to a high degree, but he also ensures a positive environment for athletes around him. It is a pleasure to watch as Savion continues to grow and pursue his athletic endeavours all the while ensuring that his character and personality allow for others to improve as well. Congratulations Savion!"
- Mitchell Barnett

SAVION'S FAVORITES:
Favourite Food: Ikea hot dog
Favourite Team: New Zealand All Blacks
Favourite Athlete: My sister
Most Memorable Sports Moment: Coming 3rd at Nationals 2015 in Regina for diving

SAVION'S QUOTE:
"Game Ready is my second home. It's always positive. Game Ready pushes me to do my best and try for new personal bests."

Mental health is equally as important as physical health when it comes to being a successful athlete!

Remember:

Don't be afraid to ask for help - your coaches are there for you
Focus on what you CAN control (ex. your attitude, your energy, and your effort)
Use positive language and be your biggest cheerleader
Take time to celebrate your accomplishments and your hard work
Visualize your success (ex. catching the touchdown pass, making the free throw, etc.)
Make the most out of failure (ex. What can you work on for next time? How can you improve?)
Take time to yourself to relax and recuperate after practices and workouts

& most of all, don't forget to HAVE FUN and ENJOY playing the sport that you love!

It takes a village to raise a child….. it takes a community to give them the opportunity to succeed. Everyone deserves that opportunity. Help us give them one.

The Washington Kids Foundation has reached 1,000+ youth through programs and referral hours with over 100 volunteers. We continue to grow with over 40,000 hours of service through our North Shore and Surrey centres, building a solid platform for a successful life through physical literacy, academics and social skills.

Thank you to the Washington Kids Foundation for your ongoing support of our athletes and families, and also for your continued belief in our children and youth!

Coach Dino’s Recruiting Academy serves to help student-athletes, parents, teachers and counsellors navigate through the increasingly competitive and confusing world of university athletic recruiting. Appreciating the process and the opportunity are key in achieving the best university fit. “There are lots of options, which one is right for you.” As a student-athlete goes through the recruiting process they will develop so many characteristics that will serve to be useful in all areas of their life for the rest of their lives.

Recruiting Academy Presentation at Kelowna Secondary School
Saturday January 27
3:00PM