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Tony Cote Summer Games Village Boosts Indigenous Youth Connections in Saskatchewan
The athletes’ village for the Tony Cote Summer Games in Saskatchewan features daily entertainment, including concerts, open‑mic nights and an evening fireworks display. Camp cook Larissa Thunderchild, a member of the Kawacatoose First Nation originally from the Battlefords, said she enjoys watching children from different nations interact and form lifelong friendships.
Players such as U15 softball athlete Teyvanna Squirrel praised the chance to meet other Indigenous participants, calling it “nice to get to know people.” Security team member Daniel Spyglass, working the village all week, noted the presence of many tribal councils across the province, describing the gathering as “pretty awesome.” Prince Albert Grand Council staffer Tanya Daniels highlighted the athletes’ excitement over their uniforms and observed that the Games have increased confidence among young competitors.
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Daniel Spyglass · Larissa Thunderchild · Tanya Daniels · Teyvanna Squirrel · Tony Cote Summer Games
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Tanya Daniels of the Prince Albert Grand Council said athletes were excited about their uniforms and that the Games boosted young athletes' confidence. battlefordsnow.com · panow.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The athletes' village includes concerts, open‑mic nights and a nightly fireworks show. battlefordsnow.com · panow.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Security staff member Daniel Spyglass worked at the athletes' village all week and noted many tribal councils were represented. battlefordsnow.com · panow.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Camp cook Larissa Thunderchild is originally from the Battlefords. battlefordsnow.com · panow.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] U15 softball player Teyvanna Squirrel said interacting with other Indigenous people was her favorite part of the Games. battlefordsnow.com · panow.com