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For over 70 years, the Calgary Booster Club has been dedicated to celebrating, supporting, and promoting amateur sport in Calgary and beyond. Our News section is your source for historical moments, athlete spotlights, event updates, and stories that showcase the impact of sport in our community.

From honoring Sportsperson of the Year recipients to sharing the achievements of young athletes, coaches, and volunteers, we highlight the people and moments that shape Calgary’s sporting legacy. Whether it’s past milestones, upcoming events, or behind-the-scenes insights, this is where you’ll find stories that inspire.

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A Stable Feature of Calgary’s Sports Scene

2023-09-10

The expansion of Spruce Meadows over the decades reflects Calgary’s growth. It’s a unique feature of the city’s athletic landscape.

Douglas Kyle Remembered

2023-08-31

Douglas Kyle, the co-founder of the Calgary Marathon and a two-time Olympian, was a Canadian sports pioneer.

Seventh Heaven

2023-08-24

Okotoks Dawgs claim WCBL championship, giving them record seven franchise titles.

Duke Wins Shaw Charity Classic

2023-08-23

Dedicated fans travel to cheer Ken Duke on to 2023 Shaw Charity Classic victory.

Q&A with Nelson Terroba

2023-08-05

As the Calgary Surge prepare for another franchise first – their first playoff game – the team’s head coach discusses the impact of the basketball team on the city’s sports landscape in their inaugural season.

Alberta Summer Games deemed a resounding success

2023-08-01

Okotoks and Black Diamond step up to host Alberta in sporting spectacle.

Q&A with Makena Hodgson

2023-07-26

With the Winter Olympics in her rearview mirror, Calgarian Makena Hodgson reflects on her time competing in luge and what her future holds.

Q&A with Ryan McFarland

2023-07-05

Ryan McFarland is a WCBL All-Star and a key performer from the 2022 championship Okotoks Dawgs. He’s hoping to add another ring to his collection this summer.

2023 Calgary Booster Club High School Award Announcement

2023-06-25

The 2023 Calgary Booster Club High School Awards have been announced.

Home Sweet Home

2023-06-15

Memories of a Stanley Cup championship and a Conn Smythe Trophy are still fresh for Cale Makar and his family, who recently enjoyed being recognized in their hometown of Calgary.

Calgary leads U SPORTS with 19 Dinos on CFL rosters

2023-06-11

University of Calgary Dinos alumni are bolstering rosters in the Canadian Football League.

Claggett Scores ‘3KO’ Over Former Champ

2023-06-07

Calgary boxer Steve Claggett delivers decisive TKO over former champ during sixth straight victory.

Dinos QB Receives Hall-of-Fame Honours

2023-06-01

University of Calgary quarterback Andrew Buckley inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame.

Calgary Surge Ready for Inaugural Game

2023-05-26

WinSport Event Centre will be buzzing with energy this Saturday, May 27th when the Calgary Surge face off against their provincial rivals, the Edmonton Stingers, starting at 4pm.

University of Calgary Dinos capture first CCBC championship

2023-05-24

In fending off lead changes and the top team in the Canadian College Baseball Conference, the University of Calgary Dinos have captured their first CCBC championship in program history.

Q&A with Alexandria Loutitt

2023-05-19

Alexandria Loutitt made her Olympic debut in Beijing last year, winning bronze in the inaugural mixed team ski jumping event.

BOWES KNOWS

2023-05-11

Nearly 15 years later, the Lucy Tries Sports series now has six books to its name, including Bowes’ latest offering, Lucy Tries Baseball. It’s been a labour of love for the author, who sees the books as serving two purposes.

Calgary Roughnecks Set for NLL Playoffs

2023-05-05

The Calgary Roughnecks head into the postseason as the second seed in the West and will host Panther City in the first-round single-elimination game on Saturday, May 6th at 7:30 p.m. at the Scotiabank Saddledome.

Q&A with Greg Peterson

2023-04-30

After being named the 2023 Sportsperson of the Year by the Calgary Booster Club, Greg answered a few questions from reporters about the prestigious honour and what it means to him.

69th Annual Sports Gala Recap

2023-04-27

The Calgary Booster Club’s 69th Annual Sports Gala, a celebration of the city’s sports community, took place on Sunday, April 23, 2023 at the Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre with over 300 people in attendance.

Wranglers Set to Face Canucks in Round 2

2023-04-26

The Calgary Wranglers are officially set to face the Abbotsford Canucks in the second round of the 2023 Calder Cup Playoffs.