Do you want to get active this summer?   If so, then we have some adapted equipment that might be suitable for you!   Here are a few pieces of equipment that we have here at ParaSport and Recreation PEI that will assist you in getting outside to enjoy our beautiful Island.

Handcycles–  Can be used on roads or trails.

 

Sport Chairs- Can be used for wheelchair basketball or wheelchair tennis.

 

If you are interested in signing out a piece of equipment, please complete the online form or contact the ParaSport and Recreation PEI at 902-368-4540 or info@parasportpei.ca.

ParaSport and Recreation PEI held its Annual Provincial Bowling Championships for individuals with a disability at the Murphy’s Community Center this past Sunday.  The event saw over 20 bowlers participate in 5 different categories:  Youth, Female Seated and Standing and Male Seated and Standing.  The Overall Top Bowlers in the event were for the women,  Tanya Matheson with an average pin fall of 141 and for the men, Jonathan Harper with an average pin fall of 183.  The Top Youth Bowler was Samuel da Fonseca with an average pin fall of 70.

Here are the total set of results from the weekend:

Category:  Youth

1st Place:  Samuel da Fonseca
2nd Place:  Michaela Karis
3rd Place:  Ty Clark

Category:  Women’s Seated

1st Place:  Tanya Matheson
2nd Place:  Stella Walsh

Category:  Women’s Standing

1st Place:  Sandra Poirier
2nd Place:  Lisa Webster
3rd Place:  Kim MacDougall

Category: Men’s Seated

1st Place: Alex Coughin
2nd Place:  Frank Larkin
3rd Place:  John O’Holleran

Category:  Men’s Standing 

1st Place:  Jonathan Harper
2nd Place:  Norman Pickering
3rd Place:  John Powers

               
Photos:  Top Male Bowler, Jonathan Harper and Top Female Bowler, Tanya Matheson.  Awards being presented by Vicki Pettipas, ParaSport and Recreation PEI Volunteer.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

 

ParaSport and Recreation PEI is set to host its Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at the Holiday Inn Express in Charlottetown.

The evening’s Agenda is the following:

5:30 PM:  Meet and Greet Reception (Food and Drinks Provided)

6:00 PM:  Awards Ceremony

6:30 PM:  15 Min Break

6:45 PM:  Annual General Meeting

8:00 PM:  Adjournment

Just a reminder that all Associate Members are encouraged to have a representative in attendance to present highlights from past year (April 1, 2015-March 31, 2016) on behalf of their respective organizations.  For more information,  please email info@parasportpei.ca.

 

 

ParaSport and Recreation PEI’s Annual Bowling Championships for people with a disability are scheduled for Sunday, May 29, 2016 at the Murphy’s Community Centre in Charlottetown.  This is a fun and social event, absolutely no bowling experience is necessary.

The tournament classes are the following: Youth (under 18 years of age) and Senior- Male & Female (18 years of age & over) in seated and standing classes.  Awards will be given out to the top three bowlers (highest total pin fall) in each age group and class (Youth & Senior and Seated & Standing).

Following the tournament, participants are invited to stay for the Social/Awards Presentation where we will celebrate our top bowlers and enjoy some yummy food.

To register, please complete the form (below) and return it to the ParaSport and Recreation PEI office.  The registration deadline is Thursday, May 26, 2016.