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PEI Newsmakers – September 2026
Prince Edward Island athletes, coaches and teams continued to make headlines throughout September, delivering impressive performances and representing the Island on provincial, national and international stages. UPEI Hockey Coach Forbes MacPherson has been named Head Coach of Canada’s men’s hockey team for the 2027 FISU Winter Universiade in Changchun, China. MacPherson will lead Canada’s defending…
PEI Senior Islanders Baseball
September 2026 – The PEI Senior Islanders Baseball Team continued its remarkable run of success in 2026, capturing its fourth consecutive New Brunswick Senior Baseball League (NBSBL) championship. The Islanders defeated the Chatham Miramichi Honda Ironmen in five games in the league final, winning Game 5 by a score of 6-2 to secure another league…
Concussion Awareness Week 2026
Sport organizations across Prince Edward Island are coming together from September 20-26 to recognize Concussion Awareness Week, helping raise awareness about concussion prevention, recognition and management in sport. Concussion education is an important part of creating a safer sport environment. The Canadian Guideline on Concussion in Sport recommends annual education for athletes, parents and caregivers,…
PEI Newsmakers – August 2026
August was another impressive month for Prince Edward Island sport, with athletes, coaches, teams and administrators making their mark at provincial, national and international competitions. From national podium finishes and championship titles to individual honours and historic performances, Islanders continued to showcase the depth of talent across the Island. The month got off to a…
Aidan Campbell
August 2026 – Aidan Campbell delivered a standout performance for Team PEI at the 2026 Legion Youth National Track and Field Championships in Regina, capturing a silver medal in the U16 Boys High Jump with a clearance of 1.88 metres. The podium finish represents a significant step forward for Campbell, who placed seventh in the…
Football PEI 2026 Flag Awards Results
Congratulations to all members of Football PEI who were named recipients of ADL Recognition Awards for the 2026 flag season! Football PEI – U12 Flag Offensive Athlete of the Year Xander Adams – Summerside Spartans Football PEI – U12 Flag Defensive Athlete of the Year Danieka Mighty – Cornwall Timberwolves Football PEI…
How Hot is Too Hot? A Guide to Training in the Heat
How Hot is Too Hot? Training or competing in extremely hot weather can be dangerous and potentially fatal if the athlete suffers heat exhaustion or heat stroke. This is a combination of activity type, surface temperature, athlete hydration, training techniques and cooling strategies. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body loses excessive water and salt, typically…
PEI Newsmakers – July 2026
Success on both the gridiron and lacrosse floor, along with Stammberger’s Hall of Fame induction, highlighted a memorable July 2026. The month also featured record-breaking performances and outstanding achievements across all levels of sport. The month began with exciting news on the hockey front as Dawson Sharkey committed to the NCAA Division I Northeastern University…
Team PEI U16 Football
July 2026 – For the first time in history, a three-peat championship has been claimed at the U16 Atlantic Bowl, and the title belongs to PEI. In their semi-final game on July 9, the team defeated Team New Brunswick in a blowout 64-0 victory. During the gold medal game on July 12, PEI came back…
Trevor Dunphy
Trevor Dunphy holds a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the University of Ottawa. A former varsity soccer player, avid runner, and Soccer Canada Level C Licensed Coach, he combines his passion for movement with experience in sports physiotherapy. Trevor has worked with athletes as the Medical Lead for the UPEI Panthers soccer program, with…