CTV Ottawa Sports - Athlete of the Week - 2010
Ottawa’s sports enthusiasts are some of the best in the country. In a salute to those who play sports of all different disciplines, the CTV Sports team brings you the Athlete of the Week.
Dec. 30, 2010: Hockey player Cody Ceci
Codi Ceci isn't your average 16-year-old. He manages to juggle school while performing as a solid blue liner for the Ottawa 67's. Even though he's still more than a year away from being eligible for the 2012 NHL entry draft, he's already being touted as a potential top 30 prospect. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Dec. 23, 2010: Figure Skater Nikki Mattocks
Fifteen-year-old figure skater Nikki Mattocks has dreams of being a top figure skater. More importantly, the fifth-ranked skater in eastern Ontario also has the work ethic to make those dreams come true. CTV's Carolyn Waldo explains.
Dec. 16, 2010: Hockey player Daniel Altshuller
Daniel Altshuller is a young goaltender playing with the Nepean Raiders of the Central Hockey League. He also has all kinds of promise. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Dec. 9, 2010: Diver Dawn Turner
Dawn Turner is one of the top divers in Ottawa. She came second in the province in the three-metre event, and for the first time she’s qualified in three different events at nationals. On top of that, she’s an honours student and an avid golfer. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Dec. 2, 2010: Hockey player David Weckworth
He's flown under the radar for almost his entire hockey career. But now Ottawa-native David Weckworth has found a home with the Gatineau Olympiques. Carolyn Waldo has the details.
Nov. 25, 2010: Renfrew Raiders senior girls basketball team
The Renfrew Raiders senior girls basketball team has raised the bar. They’re the first girls basketball team in the Upper Ottawa Valley to ever qualify for the Ontario high school basketball championships. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Nov. 18, 2010: Soccer player Salomon Schroeter
Salomon Schroeter is an exceptional student and artist. He’s also a skilled soccer player, helping lead his under 17 Ottawa Fury soccer squad to the North American championships in Florida. Carolyn Waldo reports.
Nov. 11, 2010: Runner Yves Sikubwabo
He survived the Rwanda genocide. Now Yves Sikubwabo is a world-class runner making Ottawa his new home. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Nov. 4, 2010: Fencer Sam Broughton
Sam Broughton started fencing when he was in Grade 6. After his first session, he was hooked. Carolyn Waldo has the details.
Oct. 28, 2010: Football player Tan Ho
Tan Ho is the smallest player on his high school football team at Ashbury College – that's because he's one of the youngest. Ho is also a well-rounded student and excels in martial arts. Carolyn Waldo has his story.
Oct. 21, 2010: Aerobic gymnast Kasey Whalen
Perth teenager Kasey Whalen is among the best in Canada when it comes to aerobics gymnastics. She'll be heading to the Pan-Am American Championships in Brazil in mid-November. Carolyn Waldo has her story.
Oct. 14, 2010: Hockey Player Sam Jotham
Hockey is a big part of Sam Jotham's life. But if you get her away from the rink, you'll discover she has many other talents. Carolyn Waldo reports.
Oct. 7, 2010: Karyn Jewell
Karyn Jewell is one of the best long-distance swimmers in the country. If she can maintain her ranking, a trip to the 2012 Olympic Games in London looks promising. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Sept. 30, 2010: Martial artist Kayla Maduk
Kayla Maduk is only 14 years old, but she's already dominating the Tae Kwon Do scene. She took to it naturally, now she's the youngest member of the national team. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Sept. 23, 2010: Motocross rider Brad Dool
Brad Dool has been doing motocross for six years. He's now the best rider in his class in Canada. However, he’s had to battle some tough breaks along the way. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Sept. 16, 2010: Golfer Michael Rheaume
Michael Rheaume is one of the top junior golfers in the country. Thanks to high marks in the classroom and low scores on the links, he’s lining himself up for a golf scholarship. Carolyn Waldo explains.
June 10, 2010: Basketball player Matt McLean
Matt McLean comes from a family with deep roots in basketball. His mom and dad played ball at university, and so did his brother. Carolyn Waldo has the details.
June 3, 2010: Badminton player Qufei Chen
Qufei Chen and her parents started playing badminton as a weekend activity. Now, she's a Canadian champion who trains five days per week. Carolyn Waldo has the details.
May 27, 2010: Wrestler Megan Smith
Megan Smith comes from a wrestling family; and after watching other family members strike gold in the sport, she decided to try her luck.
May 20, 2010: Triple jumper Krista Dillon
Krista Dillon is a natural when it comes to triple jump. She’s among the top triple jumpers in the country, and she still maintains a 90 per cent average. Carolyn Waldo has the details.
May 13, 2010: Wrestler Alan Walsh
Alan Walsh is one of the top wrestlers in the country. But wrestling isn’t his only priority. He was raised by his grandparents, and they mean the world to him. Carolyn Waldo has the details. (video to come)
May 6, 2010: Hockey player Jamie-Lee Rattray
Jamie-Lee Rattray has been skating circles around her opponents since she first stepped onto the ice. Now, the 17-year-old has her eyes set on the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia. Carolyn Waldo explains.
April 29, 2010: Track runner Sam Murphy
At 17, Sam Murphy is one of Canada’s top track athletes in her age group. Until two years ago, she had no formal training in the sport. In that time, she’s put in lots of miles to become a top competitor in the 800-metre race. Carolyn Waldo reports.
April 22, 2010: Cyclist Alex Cataford
At just 16 years old, Alex Cataford is a top cyclist with five provincial titles. Through hard work and dedication he continues to push himself to new lengths, all while scoring high grades. Carolyn Waldo has his story.
April 15, 2010: Athletes of the week
They came together in Grade 7, joining the girl’s volleyball team in their inaugural season at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School. Little did they realize, they would become unstoppable for the next five years. Carolyn Waldo caught up with the team and has this profile.
Apr. 8, 2010: Tennis player Jenny Sheng
Jenny Sheng discovered tennis a few years ago. At 14 years old, she trains 20 hours per week. At school, she has a 95 per cent average. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Apr.1, 2010: Figure skater and dancer Arianne Gosselin
Arianne Gosselin is a hard working figure skater who’s also part of the Ottawa 67’s dance team. She keeps busy by staying active. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Mar. 25, 2010: Synchronized swimmer Jillian Wakarchuk
Jillian Wakarchuk is a high achiever in everything she does. On top of achieving a 91 per cent average at school, Wakarchuk also trains 10 hours a week. She’s among the top synchronized swimmers in the province. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Mar. 18, 2010: Wrestlers Chris Galley and Sean Ryan
Chris Galley and Sean Ryan both attend Canterbury High School. They’re also tough to pin down. Carolyn Waldo catches up with the teens to find out what motivates their success.
Mar. 11, 2010: Hockey player Alia Ghadban
Alia Ghadban knows there’s more to hockey than winning. She’s a special needs student who has shaped an entire girls hockey team. Carolyn Waldo has her story.
Mar. 4, 2010: Basketball player Justin Shaver
The Ottawa Boys and Girls Club played a key role in shaping Justin Shaver’s outlook on life. He’s now one of the top basketball players in Ontario. Carolyn Waldo has his story.
Feb. 11, 2010: Water polo player Christina Svensson
Christina Svensson packed up her bags and moved half a world away from Norway to Ottawa to attend high school, leaving her family behind. As Carolyn Waldo explains she’s determined to make the most of her future.
Feb. 4, 2010: Ice dancers Steven and Sarah Clarke
As brother and sister, Steven and Sarah Clarke feel they have a leg up on their competition with hopes of one day making it to the world stage. The pair is currently one of the top ice dancing teams in eastern Ontario. Carolyn Waldo explains.
Jan. 28, 2010: Ringette player Cailey Riggs
Playing competitive ringette has opened up a whole new world for Cailey Riggs. Through sport, she’s learned perseverance and what it means to be committed. Carolyn Waldo has the details.
Jan. 21, 2010: Martial artist Joseph Azzi
At 17, Joseph Azzi already has a third-degree black belt in Taw Kwon Do. He’s been mastering the art since he was four years old. Now, he has his sights on the Olympics. Carolyn Waldo has his story.
Jan. 14, 2010: Diver Sarah Mayer
Although she’s a diver, Sarah Mayer still gets a sense of fear every time she steps out on the 10-metre platform. Carolyn Waldo reports.
Jan. 7, 2010 : Nicola Mislejencevic
Nicola Mislejencevic is one of the top high school basketball players in the city. After seeing what his parents gave up to pave the way for his future, he says he appreciates everything he has. Carolyn Waldo has his story.
