5 recipients of Max Gibb Award announced at 2014 SASG opening ceremonies

Max Gibb

Chris Davis - During the opening ceremonies of the 45th Annual Southern Alberta Games (SASG) in Pincher Creek on July 2, the coveted Max Gibb Award was given to five recipients from three regions. Carol Thibert had the honour of handing out the award with Max Gibb, who was in attendance and also gave a speech. "Max is one of the founding fathers of the games, and we are really, really thrilled that he is here today. It is my great pleasure to give the Max Gibb Award."

Brenda Shenton (left) was thrilled to have 4 generations of her family
participating in the 45th annual SASG.

Recipients:

• Dan Forsythe, City of Medicine Hat (Received by SASG City of Medicine Hat Regional Director Kara Brake)
• Duane Kisch, City of Medicine Hat (Received by SASG City of Medicine Hat Regional Director Kara Brake)
• Kim Jorgenson, Town of Pincher Creek
• Dave Schneider, City of Lethbridge (Received by SASG City of Lethbridge Regional Director Curtis Goodman)
• Brenda Shenton, Town of Pincher Creek

Max Gibb and recipient Kim Jorgenson 

Earlier, during his speech, Max Gibb said, "May you have the best competition of your life to date, then may you go on to the Alberta Games, the Canada Games, and if you have a dream, go on to the Olympics.  This is the start, really."  He has seen athletes take that path to the Olympics, from these games.  "If you have a dream, live it.  May you have the best ever.  Do  it, and have fun."  

This "once-in-a-life-time" award is presented to individuals who have significantly contributed to the development of the Southern Alberta Summer Games. There are two categories under which an individual can qualify for the Award.

Any individual, who has been involved in the development and organization of local and regional playoffs as well as at the Games level, for a period of not less than five years, is eligible for nomination (including the current year). 

Any individual who has contributed towards the development of the Games in an exceptional manner is eligible for the award. ~ SARA website

Max Gibb, recipient Kim Jorgenson, and Carol Thibert

Kara Brake (for Duane Kisch and Dan Forsythe), Max Gibb, and Carol Thibert

Max Gibb,  Curtis Goodman (for Dave Schneider), and Carol Thibert