Shawn Stevens Makes His Mark in Mexico

Ultra Throw’s own Shawn Stevens delivered an unforgettable NCCMA debut at the 2025 North, Central American and Caribbean (NCC) Masters Athletics Championships, held November 6–9, in Mexico City.

This biannual championship brought together 1013 athletes from 26 countries, including competitors from across the Americas as well as Britain, the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, India, Chile, and Argentina. The setting added to the magic—events unfolded in the shadow of the iconic stadium that hosted the 1968 Olympic Games, with medal ceremonies held beneath its historic façade. Ideal weather and an electric atmosphere made the four-day meet a true celebration of Masters athletics.

Canada sent a strong team of 32 athletes, who collectively earned 38 gold, 30 silver, and 14 bronze medals, placing the nation third overall in the team standings.

A Breakout Meet for Shawn Stevens

Shawn represented Ultra Throw with grit, focus, and exceptional talent—registering four throwing events across the four days of competition.

Discus Throw – Gold Medal & Personal Best
Facing a field of six competitors, Shawn delivered a massive 36.81m throw—his personal best—to win gold by more than three metres.

Hammer Throw – Silver Medal & Personal Best
In a highly competitive field of seven athletes, Shawn once again rose to the occasion. His 39.91m throw marked another personal best, earning him a well-fought silver medal.

Weight Throw – Silver Medal
Shawn carried his momentum straight into the weight throw, where he secured a second silver with a strong 13.68m performance.

Shot Put – 6th Place
Despite travel delays and jet lag, Shawn put in a solid effort with a 10.29m throw—an experience, he noted, that will help shape smarter preparation for future international competitions.

A Crowd Favourite in Mexico City

Beyond the results, Shawn quickly became a standout figure at the Championships. His powerful throws, imposing presence, and Team Canada kit drew spectators who eagerly gathered for photos. As Shawn shared:

“People wanted to have a photograph with me—some because of my big discus performance, others because I was the biggest guy there in Team Canada clothes. Many had never seen world-class throwers before, so I was the biggest or best they’d ever seen. The Mexican hosts were gracious and supportive of everyone. I would return in a heartbeat if they ever hosted it again.”

A Promising International Future

Shawn’s exceptional debut on the world stage not only showcased his talent but also laid the foundation for future success. His performances in Mexico reflect the strength, discipline, and passion he brings to Ultra Throw—and we couldn’t be prouder.

Congratulations, Shawn! You’ve done Ultra Throw and Canada proud. We look forward to seeing where your journey takes you next.

Shawn Stevens Brings Home the Gold at U.S. Senior Games

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Group photo taken in Nevada

After the Ultra Throw Club Championship wrapped up for the season, while most athletes shifted into off-season training, Ultra Throw coach and masters thrower Shawn Stevens kept the momentum going — taking his talent south of the border to test his skills against some of the best in North America.

His first stop was the 46th Silver State Senior Games, held at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas from October 3–5, 2025. The Silver State Games are recognized as one of the largest annual multi-sport events in the world for athletes aged 50 and over, drawing fierce competition from California, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, North Carolina, Oregon, Washington and Canada.

Facing a strong field, Shawn rose to the challenge, delivering an exceptional set of performances:

🏅 Discus Throw – Gold, 34.26 m
🏅 Hammer Throw – Gold, 36.74 m
🏅 Weight Throw – Gold, 13.90 m
🏅 Throws Pentathlon – Gold, 2,560 points
🥈 Shot Put – Silver, 10.51 m

In a true act of sportsmanship, Shawn made a memorable gesture during the meet — presenting one of his gold medals to a volunteer official who had traveled all the way from Puerto Rico. His thoughtful act of Thanks Giving was met with applause and appreciation from both athletes and event organizers, embodying the spirit of gratitude and camaraderie that defines masters athletics.

With other competitors At the Huntsman World Senior Games

Not stopping there, Shawn traveled next to St. George, Utah, to compete at the Huntsman World Senior Games (October 6–8, 2025). Competing in three throwing events — as his favorite hammer, weight throw, and throws pentathlon were not offered — he continued to excel against an international field:

🥈 Discus Throw – Silver, 34.14 m
🥉 Shot Put – Bronze, 10.75 m

Competing in back-to-back international events under challenging weather conditions is no small feat. Shawn’s results reflect not only his technical skill but also his resilience, commitment, and love for the sport.

A GOLDEN Moment in UTah!

Reflecting on his experience, Shawn said he looks forward to returning next year — a testament to both his competitive spirit and his enjoyment of the masters track and field community.

Congratulations, Shawn — your achievements and sportsmanship continue to make Ultra Throw proud!

Club Featured on CBC News

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. 💪

Club Results: BC Masters Indoor Championship

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A photo from the event featuring three of our members who competed in Shot put (far left: Jaswinder, Harnek and Mohan)

The 2024 BC Masters Indoor Championship were held at the Kamloops Indoor Stadium on August 8 and 9.

A total number of 60 masters athletes took part with 36 males and 24 female athletes.

There were only two throwing events scheduled being an indoor meet. These were Shot Put and Weight throw.

Four Ultra Throw Club members participated. Their performances were praiseworthy, results of which were as follows:

• Dave McDonald (70–74)
             - Weight Throw         - Gold Medal
  (He broke the existing BC Masters indoor Weight Throw record of 15.81 M with a throw of 16.19 M)

• Jaswinder PANNU (65–69)
               - Shot Put                - Gold Medal
               - Weight Throw      - Gold Medal

• Mohan Bains (70–74)
               - Shot Put               - Gold Medal
               - Weight Throw      - Silver Medal.

• Harnek Toor (75–79)
               - Shot Put                 - Gold Medal
               - Weight Throw        - Gold Medal

Performances of our members dominated the field in both the throws and they have done our Club proud. Our heartiest congratulations to each one of them and wish them good hunting in the outdoor competitions at the BC, Canadian and the World Masters level ahead during the year.