Brandon Fitzgibbon
Sports Reporter

The Recreation Department’s first ever awards banquet for extramural participants and staff was a surprising success last week in Seventh Semester room.

“It turned out a lot better than anyone thought,” said Katie Graham, who played for the women’s hockey team for the past four seasons. “The awards  included everyone in a good way.”

Women’s hockey coach Rick Bot said the banquet allowed players from different clubs to recognize one another.

“It shows the participants the other players on the other teams,” said Bot. “To have this event helps to bring them together.”

The banquet was not the only first for the night, as the Recreation Department honoured senior extramural participants with awards of distinction and a place in the Recreation Hall of Fame.

Recreation co-ordinator Jennifer Maclam said the awards of distinction were her personal highlight of the night.
“It’s really good to see people who have contributed get something on their way out,” said Maclam.

Graham, who was honoured with a place in the hall of fame, said it definitely was the highlight of her evening.
“Getting put into the hall of fame for recreation, and getting the recognition for four years into the program was definitely special,” said Graham.

Bot said the night’s events were a success because of Maclam’s efforts.

“I know all the work Jen has put into this, she’s just got the extramural program going,” said Bot. “She’s done all the work, and that was the highlight for me, seeing this event be successful for her.