The Rebels basketball teams opened their seasons, hosting an exhibition game against the Ambrose University College Lions (Calgary) from the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference Thursday Nov.28th. The women Rebels fell to the Lions 77-61. Robelie Aaron led the Rebels with 12 points scored, while guard Jodene Kowalchuk had a strong game with 11 points of her own. The men’s team was able to earn some revenge, defeating the Lions 78-71. Chris Demauleon-Bartolay lead the Rebels with 28 points while 2nd year play Steve Williamson chipped in with 10 points. The men’s team next travels to Alberta on Thanksgiving weekend, where they face Ambrose and Olds College in a pair of exhibition games. Read More →
Tryouts for our Varsity Sport teams will take place over the next two weeks.
Playing on a varsity sport team is a great way to meet new people, stay active and enhance valuable skills such as leadership, organizational and communication that will help you secure future employment.
You must be a full time student at Red River College to participate. We encourage you to fill out our recruiting form prior to attending the tryouts so we can connect you with one of coaches.
| TEAM |
DATE AND TIME |
| Soccer – Men’s |
August 29 and 31
630pm**time change from 530pm |
| Soccer – Women’s* |
August 29 and 30
530pm – 7pm |
| Basketball – Men’s |
September 6 and 7 from 8 – 10pm
September 10 from 1pm – 3pm |
| Basketball – Women’s |
September 6 from 6pm to 8pm |
| Volleyball – Men’s |
September 7, 12, and 14 from 5pm-7pm |
| Volleyball –Women’s |
September 8, 11, and 13 from 5pm-7pm |
Setting an all-time high, the MCAC announced that 58% of its student-athletes during the 2015-16 season achieved a grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better. Leading the way was Universite de St Boniface at 76% student athletes, followed by Assiniboine Community College at 73%, Red River College at 67% and Brandon University at 60%. MCAC student-athletes participate in soccer, basketball, volleyball or futsal while attending a full-time academic program in their field of studies.
Executive Director of the MCAC, Bill Wedlake, says “Not only were many of these student athletes performing well in the classroom, they were members of a team and working part-time to pay for their education. They are truly a remarkable group of young women and men”.
Mr. Wedlake encourages anyone who would like more information on the MCAC and its involvement with student-athletes to contact him at wedlakebill@gmail.com.
The Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference consists of: Red River College (RRC), Canadian Mennonite University (CMU), Providence University College (PUC), Université de Saint-Boniface (USB), Assiniboine Community College (ACC), Brandon University (BU), and The University of Winnipeg (UW). The MCAC competes in men’s & women’s basketball, volleyball, futsal and soccer.
Visit http://MCACathletics.ca for scores, standings, schedules, Athletes of the Week, and more. Receive instant news updates at https://twitter.com/MCACathletics and http://facebook.com/MCACathletics
Story by Kelly McGuiness/MCAC
Kendra Moen
Red River College Women’s Soccer is pleased to announce the commitment of Kendra Moen For the 2016 MCAC season. Kendra played her youth soccer in Rainy River, ON. Kendra is currently attending Rainy River High School where she is a multi-sport athlete on several varsity teams. Kendra was the soccer MVP in 2015. Kendra also competed in the 2014 North America Indigenous Games in Basketball with Team Ontario helping her team win a Bronze medal. Kendra plays Striker and Midfield.
“I’m very pleased to have a player of Kendra’s all-round athleticism join our team,” says Head Coach Doug Lawrie, “Coach Tolen at Rainy River HS has high praise for her and lists among her strengths speed, competitiveness and field vision. These attributes will help her make a quick adjustment to College soccer.”
Kendra will be entering the Cabinetry and Woodworking Technology program. Following completion of this program Kendra plans to pursue her Red Seal as a Cabinetmaker.
Due to exams and holidays RRC Recreation Services will operate under reduced hours for December. Please note the following schedule for the North Gym and Loft, South Gym and the EDC Fitness Facility.
North Gym and Loft, South Gym
December 11—6:30am to 8:30am and 4:00pm to 9:00pm
December 12—10:00am to 4:00pm
December 14 to 18—6:30am to 8:30am and 4:00pm to 9:00pm
December 19—10:00am to 4:00pm
December 21, 22, 23—6:30am to 8:00pm
December 24—7:00am to 12:00pm
December 25 to January 3—CLOSED
Exchange District Fitness Centre
December 24—Regular hours until 12:00 pm
December 24-26—Closed – No access
December 27-31— 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
January 1—Closed – No access
January 2-3—8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Busy weekend for all 6 Rebels teams, competing both at home and in across the border in North Dakota.
The men’s volleyball team took a huge step forward defeating the former number 1 ranked and previously undefeated Providence University Pilots 3-2 (22-25, 21-25, 28-26, 25-16, 15-11). Middles Jarrell Taylor Babb and Brett Lowe led the offense while Morgan Macfarlane provide some key defensive plays. With the win, the Rebels improved to 5-1 in MCAC play and are in first place. The women’s volleyball team continue to look for their first win of the season, losing to the Pilots on Friday PUC 3-0 (25-14, 25-17, 25-14), and the University of Winnipeg Wesmen on Saturday UW 3-0 (25-17, 25-9, 25-20). Both teams finish the first half of the regular season at CMU on Tuesday, November 24th. Read More →
Mixed results for the Red River College Athletic teams with all four volleyball and basketball squads in MCAC league play. Read More →
Feature Friday- Free Fitness Classes for Students
This ten session course will feature all of our great instructors! You will be able to try a wide array of fitness classes within the term, everything from yoga to spin class to boot camp! Along with this great variety, the class will be free to all students! A great way to experience a variety of fitness options here at RRC. Staff are also welcome to attend Feature Friday’s, for $70 they can attend all 10 classes. Classes are held at noon.
| Date |
Instructor |
Class |
Location |
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| September 18th |
Amanda |
Yoga |
South Gym |
| September 25th |
Cameron |
Boot Camp |
North Gym |
| October 2nd |
Lesley |
20/20 Stack Training |
North Gym |
| October 9th |
Ming |
Cardio Fusion |
North Gym |
| October 16th |
Andrea |
Back Care |
South Gym |
| October 23rd |
Lesley |
Spin Class |
North Gym |
| October 30th |
Jill |
Pilates |
South Gym |
| November 6th |
Amanda |
Yoga |
South Gym |
| November 13th |
Lesley |
Dynamic Core |
North Gym |
| November 20th |
Jordan |
Soccer Fitness |
North Gym |
| November 27th |
Cameron |
TRX Fusion |
North Gym |
Recreation Services is excited to bring back the Rebels Inservice Sports Camps for another year! Next school inservice day, keep the kids active and bring them to work with you. While you work, they’ll be taking part in a fun-filled day of sports activities!
Dates: Friday, October 23rd, Friday February 5th, Friday March 18th Times: 9am-4pm Location: Notre Dame Campus
Participants will participate in various sports and recreational activities during their day at the RRC Notre Dame Campus including:
In addition to curling and soccer, kids will stay happy and engaged by playing other sports like basketball and ultimate, low-organized games and participating in other fun activities.
Drop-off at the North Gym at the Notre Dame Campus starts at 8:15am, with pick-up at the North Gym until 4:45pm. Camp participants should bring their own lunch and snacks (please no peanut products, in respect to those with allergies).
Note: children must be 6-11 years old on December 31, 2015.
2015 Fall In-Service Day Registration Form WEB
Inservice Days Cancellation Policy
Full refund will be granted if you cancel seven days before the day of class. No refund will be granted if cancellation occurs after the seven days with the exception due to medical reasons (requires a doctors note).
Inservice Day Sports Camp maybe cancelled in the event of low registration. If this occurs, a refund will be issued for the full amount. Cancellation will happen no later than seven days out
For more information please contact Cole Skinner at 204.632.2397 or coskinner@rrc.ca.
Rebels Athletics and Recreation Services along with the Student Association are hosting three Intramural Special Events this year in a variety of sports. This is great way to meet new people, relieve stress and be active! All events cost $10.00 each, so this is an affordable way to get exercise and participate in some fun sports! Each event is open to all RRC staff and students. Door prizes and a player’s lounge are a part of every event.
To participate, print the 2015 Winter Intramurals Registration Form and take it to either The OX on Notre Dame Campus or The Mercantile in the Exchange Campus to register. Deadline to register for each event is the Wednesday prior to.
Saturday January 24- Rebels Badminton Classic
Location: North Gym
Time: 8am-4pm
Cost: $10 per person. Can enter as many categories as you wish
Categories: Men’s and Women’s Singles and Doubles and Mixed Doubles
Saturday February 7th-Rebels Floor Hockey
Location: North and South Gyms
Time: 8am-4pm
Cost: $10 per person
Categories: Register as a team or a Free Agent. 5 players to a team including goalie.
Saturday March 21st- March Madness 3vs3 Basketball
Location: North
Time: 8am-4pm
Cost: $10 per person
Categories: Register as a team or a Free Agent. Men’s and Women’s Divisions. Max 5 players per team, 3 on the court at one time.
For further information please contact Athletics and Recreation Coordinator Cole Skinner at 632-2397 or coskinner@rrc.ca
