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Arnprior twins Alexis (left) and Jaidyn McGuire won bronze medals in Ringette at the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games.
RELEASE DATE:
February 6, 2023
With the first weekend of the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games complete, the Games Organizing Committee is reflecting on the successes and already looking ahead to next weekend.
By all accounts, athletes and visitors enjoyed their time in Renfrew County, with many reaching out on social media to credit organizers and especially volunteers, for enhancing their Games experience throughout the weekend.
Among the successes for local participants, the U14 Ottawa Valley Titans – featuring Coach Scott Buffam from Arnprior and Renfrew County players goalie Brian Rathwell from Pembroke; defencemen Andrew Enright from Cobden; defencemen Tyler McEnery from Eganville; and forward Kaden McGregor from Braeside – took home a silver medal in the men’s hockey competition and Arnprior twins Alexis and Jaidyn McGuire won bronze in ringette as members of Team Black.
Buffam said the whole event had a real hometown feel, which was exciting for the team that typically plays further away from home.
“This was totally Renfrew County; everywhere you go, there are volunteers with smiles on their faces,” he said. “We had a huge turnout that you don’t get in big centres. It was amazing to see so many people supporting all the athletes.”
The U14 Ottawa Valley Titans AAA team which won silver in men’s hockey at the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games featured five Renfrew County residents (from left) Tyler McEnery of Eganville, Kaden McGregor of Braeside, Andrew Enright of Cobden, coach Scott Buffam of Arnprior and Brian Rathwell of Pembroke.
As the Chair of the Games Organizing Committee, Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon travelled around to a number of venues and different sports during the first weekend and received positive feedback.
“I had a chance to speak with parents and athletes and they were all raving about the venues, the food, the smiling faces of the volunteers and how helpful they were overall, and how well-organized things were,” the Warden said. “This is a credit to our volunteers who really embraced their roles and did a super job showcasing our community.”
In order to give the 1,200 participants in the second weekend (February 9-12) the same full Games experience, a second outdoor Opening Ceremony will be held February 9 at Ma-te-Way Park in Renfrew. The event begins at 6:30 p.m. with the area opening to the public at 5:30 p.m.
The second weekend will feature a number of outdoor sports: Alpine Skiing and Para-Alpine at Calabogie Peaks; Cross-Country Skiing and Para Cross-Country at Ma-te-Way Park, Renfrew; and Biathlon at Calabogie Highlands Golf Club. The remaining indoor sports are Badminton and Squash at Dundonald Hall, Garrison Petawawa; Kickboxing at Valour JK-12 School, Petawawa; Sledge Hockey at the Petawawa Civic Centre; Wrestling at Fellowes High School, Pembroke; Karate at Renfrew Collegiate Institute; Weightlifting at Madawaska Valley District High School, Barry’s Bay; Wushu at Arnprior District High School; and Bowling at Merivale Bowling in Nepean.
For more information about the Games, or to register and sign up for the available volunteer opportunities, visit renfrewcounty2023.ca.
Follow the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games on social media for photos from the first weekend: Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Cindy Burwell Games Manager, Renfrew County 2023 613-433-1037
Tina Peplinskie Media Relations Coordinator 613-735-7288
The U14 Ottawa Valley Titans AAA won the silver medal in the men’s hockey competition of the Renfrew County 2023 Ontario Winter Games. The team lost the final 4-1 against the Sun County Panthers during the tournament final February 5 at the Ma-te-Way Activity Centre in Renfrew.
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