Shawn Stevens Strikes Gold (and Silver) at Canadian Masters Championship
Ultra Throw coach Shawn Stevens brought home 2 gold and 3 silver medals from the Canadian Masters Championships in Laval, Quebec.
Ultra Throw’s own Shawn Stevens returned from the Canadian Masters Championships in Laval, Quebec held August 1–3, with a suitcase that was noticeably heavier — thanks to an incredible five-medal haul.
Shawn claimed two gold medals and three silver medals across his events, showcasing the skill, strength, and competitive spirit that make him both an outstanding athlete and an inspiring coach.
In addition to his personal achievements, Shawn plays a vital role at Ultra Throw, leading training sessions in Burnaby and helping athletes of all ages and abilities develop their throws. His success in Laval is a reflection of the same dedication and focus he brings to coaching every week
We’re proud to celebrate Shawn’s accomplishments on the national stage, and we’re excited to see what’s next. He will be competing at the BC Masters Championships in Coquitlam on August 16–17, and we look forward to cheering him on again.
Congratulations, Shawn — and thank you for representing Ultra Throw with such excellence.
Ultra Throw Festival Showcases Strength Across All Divisions
The Ultra Throw Festival brought together throwers of all ages for a record-setting weekend of competition at McLeod Athletic Park on July 19 and 20.
Throws athletes of all ages…
The Ultra Throw Festival returned to McLeod Athletic Park on July 19–20, drawing athletes from across the province for two days of spirited competition in the throws. The event featured six disciplines: hammer, shot put, discus, javelin, weight, and super weight—providing a full spectrum of opportunity for development and high performance.
Thank you volunteers and officials from BC Athletics
Saturday, July 19 featured Junior Development (JD), U16, and U18 divisions, with 53 competitors representing 10 clubs.
Sunday, July 20 welcomed 31 athletes across 12 clubs, competing in U20, U23, Senior, and Masters divisions.
Day two included several outstanding performances now pending ratification as official records:
Shane Wiebe (55) – Shot Put (6kg): 13.61m
Shane Wiebe (55) – Super Weight (56lb): 7.90m
Shawn Stevens (52) – Super Weight (56lb): 7.59m
Christine Dalgleish (61) – Super Weight (20lb): 8.36m
Ultra Throw extends its heartfelt thanks to all the athletes who gave their best on the field, the committed volunteers who helped the event run smoothly, and the BC Athletics officials whose time and expertise ensure a top-tier standard of competition.
Masters Athletes after competing in Shot Put
Record-breaker, Christine Dalgleish said, “Thank you so much to the Ultra Throw Festival organizing committee and BC Athletics officials who took on this wonderful two-day event. You created an environment that was inclusive, inviting and welcoming. The challenging event saw the masters athletes rise to the challenge of taking on not only a throws pentathlon but also a throws triathlon and the super weight if we wished and boy, did I wish! I signed up for all that but the organizers and officials deserve the accolades for signing up to make it happen for us.”
This festival was a celebration of both emerging and experienced talent, and we’re proud to see the throwing community continue to grow.
Registration is underway for our September Throws Festival via Trackie. Thank you for supporting Ultra Throw!
Full results are posted below:
Ultra Throw Shines at USATF Masters Northwest Zonal Championships
Ultra Throw was proud to be represented by four of our athletes, each competing in hammer, discus, shot put, weight and super weight on July 12 in Seattle, Washington…
Mohan Bains at discus throw
The USATF Masters Northwest Zonal Championship, covering twelve states in the American Northwest, was held on July 12, 2025, at West Seattle Stadium. Ultra Throw was proud to be represented by four of our athletes, each competing in hammer, discus, shot put, weight and super weight.
While some events saw moderate competition, most were fiercely contested. Our team rose to the occasion with determination and grit. Despite battling injuries—Shawn Stevens with an ankle strain and Mohan Bains dealing with back issues—both athletes powered through and delivered remarkable performances.
Shawn Stevens
Individual Results
Shawn Stevens (Age 50–54)
🏅 Hammer Throw – Gold
🏅 Weight Throw – Gold
🏅 Discus Throw – Gold
🏅 Shot Put – Gold
🏅 Super Weight – Gold
Paramjit Gill (Age 65–69)
🏅 Hammer Throw – Gold
🏅 Weight Throw – Gold
🥈 Discus Throw – Silver
🥈 Shot Put – Silver
🥈 Super Weight – Silver
Mohan Bains (Age 70–74)
🏅 Hammer Throw – Gold
🏅 Weight Throw – Gold
🏅 Discus Throw – Gold
🏅 Shot Put – Gold
Harnek Toor (Age 75–79)
🏅 Weight Throw – Gold
🏅 Discus Throw – Gold
🏅 Shot Put – Gold
🥈 Hammer Throw – Silver
🥈 Super Weight – Silver
The meet was conducted with clockwork precision under the guidance of legendary athlete and administrator George Mathews, the Championship Director. We were honoured by the warm hospitality shown by officials, who made us feel like VIP guests from across the border.
Thank you to the entire organizing team for a fantastic event!
Next up? We’ll compete on July 20 in Langley at the Ultra Throw Festival, followed by BC Masters Championships in August and the 55+ Games in September. Stay tuned!
Ultra Throw Athletes Shine at BC Championships
Ultra Throw was proud to have athletes represent the club at the 2025 BC Athletics Track & Field Championships, held at Percy Perry Stadium in Coquitlam from July 4–6.
Kailey and Meagan McKay stand with Coach Dave McDonald. Both athletes were in the U20 heptathlon.
Ultra Throw was proud to have athletes represent the club at the 2025 BC Athletics Track & Field Championships, held at Percy Perry Stadium in Coquitlam from July 4–6. Competing against some of the top talent from across the province, our athletes rose to the challenge and delivered strong performances in their respective events.
Congrats to Meagan Mckay for taking a Bronze in the U20 Heptathlon with a score of 3663.
Here’s a breakdown of the results by athlete:
Sebastian Body (U18)
Hammer Throw: 39.19m
Dianna Debanks (U16)
Discus: 21.47m
Javelin: 21.70m
Vanessa Debanks (U16)
Discus: 28.54m
Javelin: 23.34m
Ethan Lau (U16)
Shot Put: 10.36m
Discus: 33.21m
Kailey McKay (U20)
Heptathlon: 2,941 points
Meagan McKay (U20)
Heptathlon: 3,663 points (Bronze medal)
Arshdeep Singh (Senior)
Hammer Throw: 32.91m
Shawn Stevens (Senior)
Discus: 31.19m
Hammer Throw: 31.38m
Megan Teolis (U18)
Hammer Throw: 47.09m (Bronze medal)
Congrats to Megan Teolis for taking Bronze in the Hammer (U18)
Whether it was setting personal bests or just gaining valuable experience on the provincial stage, we’re incredibly proud of each of our athletes. A big thank-you goes out to BC Athletics and all the officials and volunteers who made this weekend of competition possible.
Way to go, Ultra Throw team!
Sebastian Body stands with Coach Dave, Ethan Lau prepares to throw hammer; and Megan Teolis gets a pep talk after her hammer throw from the coach.
Youth Athletes attend Nike Outdoor Nationals
On June 21, Ultra Throw Club youth athletes Megan Teolis and Angelica Thiessen took to the international stage at the prestigious Nike Outdoor Nationals in Eugene, Oregon—an event that brings together top high school talent from across North America.
Megan Teolis and Angelica THiessen represent Ultra throw in Oregon
Teolis and Thiessen Represent Ultra Throw with Determination in Eugene
On June 21, Ultra Throw Club youth athletes Megan Teolis and Angelica Thiessen took to the international stage at the prestigious Nike Outdoor Nationals in Eugene, Oregon—an event that brings together top high school talent from across North America.
Competing in the Emerging Elite Girls 4kg Hammer Throw, both athletes faced heavy rain and challenging conditions. But true to Ultra Throw spirit, they gave it their all, staying positive and determined throughout the meet.
Megan Teolis, fresh off a personal best of 50.00m earlier this season in Kamloops, had a strong warm-up but unfortunately fouled all three of her competition attempts. It was a tough outcome, but a valuable learning experience at a high-stakes meet.
Angelica Thiessen also faced the elements head-on, fouling her first two throws before securing a legal mark on her third attempt. While neither athlete advanced to the top nine, both walked away with valuable experience, fresh motivation, and a clear sense of where they want to go next.
The Nike Outdoor Nationals is not just a competition—it’s an opportunity to grow, test oneself against some of the best, and be part of an elite track and field atmosphere. Despite the weather, a heavier implement (they use a 3kg in Canada) the girls brought home memories, resilience, and smiles—and that’s a win in our books.
Congratulations, Megan and Angelica—we’re proud of your hard work, courage, and commitment to growth on and off the field. Onward and upward!
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