{"id":104625,"date":"2025-01-15T10:33:39","date_gmt":"2025-01-15T15:33:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/editionap.ca\/?p=104625"},"modified":"2026-02-17T21:52:47","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T20:52:47","slug":"ucdsb-launches-all-in-sports-initiative-to-expand-athletic-opportunities-for-students","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tribune-express.ca\/en\/sports-loisirs\/ucdsb-launches-all-in-sports-initiative-to-expand-athletic-opportunities-for-students\/","title":{"rendered":"UCDSB Launches All-In Sports Initiative to Expand Athletic Opportunities for Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is set to launch an ambitious new sports program in 2025, called All-In Sports, aimed at expanding athletic opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 across Prescott-Russell, and Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry.<\/p>\n<p>If successful, the pilot program could pave the way for wider access to sports and physical activities throughout the district, according to the UCDSB.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018\u2018As a former physical education teacher, coach, and huge supporter of student athletics, I am thrilled that we are in a position to make the significant financial commitment necessary for this enhanced and expanded sports league that will benefit all of our students,\u2019\u2019 stated UCDSB Chair Jamie Schoular, citing its potential to transform student athletics in the region.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative focuses on inclusivity, providing all interested young athletes the chance to learn and play sports in a structured and supportive environment. The program will emphasize local competitions, allowing more students to participate in a greater number of sporting events.<\/p>\n<p>Participants will have access to both traditional sports like basketball, soccer, and volleyball, and lesser-known activities such as handball, korfball, and ultimate frisbee. Importantly, All-In Sports will complement existing intramural programs rather than replace them, further enriching the extracurricular offerings for students.<\/p>\n<p>The program will be offered at no cost to families, marking a substantial financial investment by the UCDSB. It will adhere to best practices developed by the Coaching Association of Canada and Ophea to ensure a safe, engaging, and valuable experience for young athletes.<\/p>\n<p>A steering committee, comprising educators, coaches, and community members, has been established to guide the initiative. The program has also partnered with the Rick Hansen Foundation, further enhancing its scope and impact.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, 20 schools are participating in the pilot, with over 25 additional schools expressing interest in joining.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) is set to launch an ambitious new sports program in 2025, called All-In Sports, aimed at expanding athletic opportunities for students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 across Prescott-Russell, and Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry. 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