11 years ago these center three started Ultra Throw under the leadership of David McDonald! Left to right: Ultra Throw Vice President, Harnek Toor; Dave McDonald, Founder; David Ulis, Director and Founding Member; Gabriella Moro, Founding Member; and Ken Townsend, Director and Honorary Member
Every great club begins with a vision, and in 2015, Dave McDonald set out to create something special — a dedicated throwing club where athletes could develop their skills, challenge themselves and discover just how far they could go.
As the founder and driving force behind Ultra Throw, Dave’s vision has grown into a thriving throwing community that continues to inspire athletes of all ages and abilities.
At this year’s Awards Banquet, we were delighted to welcome two of Ultra Throw’s founding members, Gabriela Moro and David Ulis, who joined us to celebrate. Both are still actively throwing and remain an important part of the Ultra Throw story — a wonderful reminder of the club’s beginnings and the community that has grown around it.
Today, Ultra Throw brings together athletes ranging in age from 10 to 84. We continue to set ambitious goals, encourage personal achievement and build a strong community around the sport of throwing. We are also proud to be the only dedicated throwing club in British Columbia.
Dave’s vision started it all, but it’s the athletes, coaches, families and supporters who continue to bring it to life.
To Dave, thank you for your vision, leadership, passion and unwavering commitment to the sport and the athletes who make Ultra Throw what it is today.
Eleven years in, and we’re still throwing strong. Here’s to the next chapter!
Thank you, Dave, for getting us started and continuing to inspire what comes next!
Shawn Stevens, Vice President of Ultra Throw, presents the Founder Award to Dave McDonald.
