Sports & Games

Highlights the 2010 Canadian Native Fastball Championship held at Dakota Whitecap First Nation. Article found by scrolling to page 20.

Women Studies Thesis (M.A.)--Simon Fraser University, 2000.

Triumph for Jamie Witchekan, aged 13, and her brother Kent, 14.

Examines how sport and recreation were constructed in the Public Use Facilities Study and the Winnipeg Free Press, and how these events reinforced the boundaries between those who do not have access to sport and those who do.

Discusses the results of a 11-week training program to teach Indigenous youth to run a 5 km race.

Consists of an interview with George First Rider where he tells the Blood legend about the origin of an unspecified constellation of stars (presumably the Big Dipper).

Looks at the state's use of skiing to assimilate Indigenous Sámi people and how it became part of their identity in the 1970s.

Media Studies Thesis (M.A.)--University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2016.

[Education] Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Minnesota, 2010.

Research included surveys, focus groups and interviews to examine engagement and related outcomes for individuals and the community.

Forms part of Anthropological Papers of the American Museum of Natural History, v.13 (p.1-165).

Examines vocal games from Northern Quebec, South Baffin Land and the Igloolik, Caribou and Netsilik Inuit.

Interviews Māori sport participants, coaches and administrators about their experiences with cultural and institutional racism in New Zealand.

Documentary about the challenges faced by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and how they have combined economic development in the form of tourism, cultural preservation, and spirituality as a means to carry the tribe into the future. Duration: 1:26:30.

Child-friendly booklet.

Description of the 4th Annual Sasktel Aboriginal Youth Awards of Excellence which were held in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, October 26, 2001.

Book review of: Spirits of the Rockies by Courtney W. Mason.

Analyses of netball, rugby and cricket and their historical connection to race identity.

Examines the gaps to attaining a full understanding of the connection between sports and ethnicity in New Zealand.

Collection of Dr. Peter Purdue, College of Education, University of Saskatchewan. Images include: An Esquimaux Kayak (Canoe); Fall Upon the Little Whale River; The Canoe "Elk" Off Moose Factory; Seal-Hunting on the Ice; Esquimaux from the North Belcher Islands ; Esquimaux in Snow Shelter, Watching a Seal-Hole; Building an Igloo (Snow Hut), Little Whale River; Esquimaux and White Whale; and Train of Dogs in Harness. Published in The Graphic, May 24, 1879 [Page] 512-513. No article associated with this image in the newspaper.

Leisure, Sport and Tourism Thesis (Ph.D.)--University of Technology Sydney, 2012.

Literature review identified three themes: value in cross-cultural mentorship, but Aboriginal is advantageous; community engagement essential to success of programmes; and SFD plays subsidiary role in communities in contributing to broader social and economic goals.

Kinesiology Thesis (M.Sc.)--University of Saskatchewan, 2007.

Book review of: Sport in Canada: A History by Don Morrow and Kevin B. Wamsley.

Five themes emerged from direct quotes by participants regarding what community is to them: belonging, family and friends, supportive interactions, sport, and where you live and come from.

Contends that the policy is contingent on Western notions of feminism and gender roles.

Presents conclusions from a mental skills training program that focused on goal setting, development of self-confidence, and team building.

Discusses the impact and challenges for Indigenous culture by global capitalism and media advertising.

Collection of Dr. Peter Purdue, College of Education, University of Saskatchewan. Images include: Coursing an Antelope; (More Bear Stories) Look Before You Leap; Fish and Game Plentiful; and His First Experience of Pemmican. Published in Harper's Weekly, Supplement, July 7, 1877.

Comments on the accessibility and cost of sports and recreational activities as being barriers for Aboriginal men.

Saskatchewan First Nations form Cowboy Association at the Last Oak Ski Resort.

Profiles Leroy Silva, a teacher at the Native American Community Academy in Albuquerque, New Mexico, noting his accomplishments and the positive role he portrays for his students.

Looks at the correlation between organized sport, healthier lifestyles, better self-esteem and academic success. Article located by scrolling to page 8.

Looks at the 2011 winner of the SaskTel Aboriginal Youth Award for Female Athlete. Article located by scrolling to page 25.

Comments on the reasons organizers invited the St Francis Mission athletes to the Catholic Tournament.

Group photo of the soccer team at St. George's Boys College in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. On back of photograph: "Front Row: Jack Appleton, Jack McFadden, Deryk Bodington, Innis Stacey, Hubert Connally, Arthur Moses, Adam Cuthand. Back row: Bishop Lloyd (Anglican bishop of that day), Jack Biggs, Derwin Hayes, Rusty Armitage, Jack (Art?) Fraser, Rev. Fred Stevens."

Explains gambling game played by Native people in North and Central America. Includes photographs.

"Selected images of Native clothing, musical instruments, and games and toys from the collections of the Canadian Museum of Civilization" arranged by First Nation and community groups as well as by category of image.

Uses pūrākau storytelling to analyze the use of the Haka by women in tribal narratives in relation to identity around the sport of rugby.

Profile of the first Inuk to play in the National Hockey League.

Consists of an interview that tells of an Inuit death story; a Lillooet (West coast Indian) creation myth; and an account of a man's search for his lost brother. Note: Heather Bouchard, transcriber.

Interview with Thomasie Johnston and Johnny Issaluk while displaying strength and flexibility during practice for the Inuit games. Duration: 10:26.

Scanned image shows four young students in winter clothing in what appears to be a sled race at a winter carnival held at the Prince Albert Student Residence on March 25, 1975. (bad quality photo)

Looks at various summer programs held at tribal college campuses for elementary, middle school and high school students.