2010 MASRC Aboriginal Coach of the Year Award
2013 Badminton Manitoba Coaching Achievement Award
Husband & Father
David Ross will be remembered for his BIG smile, BIG laugh and BIG heart, and he will be remembered in a unique way since the Badminton Manitoba Board of Directors have decided to hand out 1 award to a deserving junior each year at the Norman Open, which is part of Badminton Manitoba Rural Super Series.
David Ross was a passionate father, teacher and leader in the community of God's Lake Narrows, using badminton as a tool to give kids the opportunity to develop healthy habits, learn respect, work ethic, dedication and sportsmanship.
God's Lake Narrows being a fly-in community for the majority of the year meant that David was often fundraising to pay for his athletes to attend tournaments in Winnipeg, Thompson, Fort Frances, and elsewhere. He also brought his athletes to tryouts for Power Smart Manitoba Winter Games, Summer Camps in Winnipeg and other training opportunities available to his kids. David would accompany his team on most trips as well.
For David's leadership in the community of sport of Badminton, the Manitoba Badminton Association and it's Board of Directors would like to present the following award each year at the Norman Open:
David Ross Excellence Award
1 award will be given annually to the junior athlete that exibits the following characteristics: Hard Work, Sportsmanship, Fair Play & Positive Attitude
2016 Yonex Norman Open - Feb 20-21
Thompson, MB
Register for Tournament HERE prior to Friday Feb 12!
Below: 2011 Coaching Excellence Award Winners (David Ross far left)
