October 3, 2006 Source: :
http://www.unbc.ca/releases/2006/10_03athletics.html Timberwolves
Athletic Association
Formed The Timberwolves
Athletic Association is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of
Understanding with the University of Northern BC. The document establishes a
working relationship between the grassroots organization and the University,
with the common goal of furthering UNBC athletics. With the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding, the Timberwolves
Athletic Association will become officially recognized as a community
organization supporting athletics at UNBC. As a registered society it can
assist the UNBC athletic program in a number of ways including scholarships,
equipment purchases and transportation. Funds will be raised through a
variety of means including raffles and specials events. "Our organization has been developed by northern BC residents who share
belief that we can improve the sport culture at the University," said
Association Director Brent Stone. "We have something to add to UNBC. And
if that makes UNBC better, it will make Northern BC better." UNBC has welcomed the establishment of the Timberwolves Athletic
Association. "This association as critical to the future development of
Athletics at UNBC," says UNBC President Don Cozzetto. "Their work in terms
of fundraising and strengthening the connection between Athletics and the
community will be essential as we aim for competition at the national
university level." The Timberwolves Athletic Association provides an opportunity for
athletic-minded individuals across the north to play an important role in
the success of sports at UNBC. As a volunteer organization, it relies on
the importance of its mission to attract individuals who are willing to
provide their skills for the good of the University and the region. With
the region’s long history of sports, it believes the importance of sports in
the development of a healthy community is well-recognized among northern
residents. The current directors of the TAA are Alex Hawley, Brent Stone,
Dave Barry, Mark Bertulli, Renzo Berra, Mario Mastrioanni, Larry Olsen, Ann
Drezet, and Ray Smith. The Timberwolves Athletic Association expects to announce its first major
fundraising project in support of UNBC Athletics within weeks Contact:
Brent Stone, Director, Timberwolves Athletic Association – 250.568.4044 or
250.613.9802
Rob van Adrichem, Director of Media and Public Relations, UNBC –
250.960.5622
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