Phyllis Cooling

Since she arrived in Miramichi in 1975 as a Phys ed teacher, Phyllis Cooling has contributed to the growth and development of youth through a variety of sports and organizations. Phyllis as an athlete and an educator used her skills in a variety of sports. Having been a member of the UNB Synchronized Swim Club…

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Ken Yvonne

Ken Yvonne’s soccer career spans over 50 years, from elementary school through high school and then most impressively, over thirty years of actively promoting the game he loves as a player, coach, and official in Miramichi. Ken carried a passion for the game through his playing career and into a coaching career that lasted almost…

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Anne Gorges

For the better part of 30 years now, Anne Gorges has been a remarkable advocate of fitness in multiple disciplines in the Miramichi area. Anne Gorges is a dedicated coach and athlete who has contributed immensely to the promotion of healthy lifestyles in the community. For a decade, she offered a free fitness class for…

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Gary Dunn

Gary Dunn has dedicated countless volunteer hours over the past 25 years to the greater benefit of the Miramichi sporting community. Gary served on the Chatham minor baseball executive from 1994-2006.  He coached at all levels; winning a provincial championship with the Mosquitoes in 1999.  He spearheaded a drive to get two fields by the…

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Paul MacLean

Paul MacLean was one of the most well-known and respected leaders in the Miramichi sports scene. His enthusiastic, dedicated service to the Chatham Recreation Council spanned five decades. From 1972-87 he was a coach with the Bantam “AAA”s, winning a number of provincial titles, as well as Silver and Bronze Medals at the Purolator Cup.…

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Bill “Billy” O’Donnell

Bill O’Donnell has a long history with baseball in the Napan community.   He served as the founder, owner, manager, and coach of the Napan Braves.  Often referred to as “Napan’s Mr. Baseball”, Bill was inducted into the Baseball NB Hall of Fame in the “Builders” category in 1999. Bill was instrumental in forming the Napan…

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