Dave Ulis and Shawn stevens from Ultra Throw, with Amy Bell of CBC news

Ultra Throw made national headlines this month! 🎉 Our club was featured on CBC News, highlighting our podium sweep at the 55+ B.C. Games in Nanaimo and the unique culture that makes Ultra Throw so special.

CBC’s Amy Bell spoke with two of our leaders:

David Ulis, Ultra Throw Vice-President and Masters athlete, who brought home two gold medals, and Shawn Stevens, coach and Athlete Development Director, who shared how our club is building a strong community of throwers across all ages.

🎙️ From the Interview

“It’s really rewarding to see the training pay off — but what makes it special is doing it alongside friends and teammates who are all pushing themselves too.” — David Ulis

“Our younger throwers inspire the Masters, and our experienced athletes share wisdom and mentorship. That’s what makes Ultra Throw unique.” — Shawn Stevens

🌟 Why It Matters

Being featured on CBC News is more than recognition of competition success — it’s a testament to the growth of our club and the passion of our athletes, coaches, and volunteers.

🎧 Watch & Listen

Watch the full feature with Amy Bell on CBC here: Ultra Throw on CBC News, OR listen to the audio clip here.

We’re incredibly proud to see Ultra Throw spotlighted on the national stage — proof that the throwing community in B.C. is strong, vibrant, and growing. 💪