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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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Athlete of the Year Growing Soccer in Canada
Cavalry forward Tobias Warschewski is excited about the increasing popularity of soccer in Calgary.
Jack Gregory Award Winner Has Found Her Happy Place
Madison Cyr, our 2025 Jack Gregory Award winner, loves being on the slopes and she’s happy winning competitions while she’s in the mountains.
Sportsperson of the Year Inspired by Calgary Track Athletes
Christine Laverty, a beloved coach and mentor, has been named the Calgary Booster Club’s 2025 Sportsperson of the Year for her lifetime impact.
Calgary Booster Club Names Major Award Winners
An inspiring rower, a top-scoring soccer player and a legendary track-and-field coach headline the Calgary Booster Club’s annual award announcements.
MRU Defenceman Named Player of the Year
Hanus becomes first defenceman in decades to lead Canada West in scoring, capping off record-breaking season.
Hitmen Goalie Becomes All-Time WHL Wins Leader
Calgary Hitmen netminder Daniel Hauser is the Western Hockey League’s all-time wins leader.
Five Times Calgary Hosted MLB Games
In honour of Major League Baseball’s Opening Day, we look back at five times when MLB teams played in Calgary.
Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Receives Funding Boost
Calgary-based Sports Hall of Fame secures federal government funding.
Farewell to Foothills Stadium
The long-time home of professional baseball in Calgary is being demolished to make way for a multi-sport fieldhouse.
Five Calgary Players Who Helped Canada Win Hockey Gold
Calgary players come up clutch for Canada at 4 Nations Face-Off.
Historical Moment: Early History of the Calgary Booster Club
Founded in 1952, the Calgary Booster Club championed amateur sports, funding 40 organizations in its early years. Its legacy continues to impact Calgary’s sports community today.
Historical Moment: Higher Hoops Basketball Classic
The Higher Hoops Basketball Classic (2006–2015) awarded $317,000 in scholarships to 317 Calgary high school players, leaving a lasting impact on amateur sports and education.