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Faces of the Games: Lorne Lasuita, Athlete Experience
Jan 22, 2021

Behind every edition of the Saskatchewan Games is a talented group of dedicated community members who volunteer their skills and expertise towards the planning and staging of Saskatchewan's largest biennial youth multi-sport event. 

And you can be a part of it!

The 2022 Saskatchewan Winter Games Host Society is currently recruiting key volunteers to join the Host Organizing Committee. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for those in Regina and surrounding area who want to develop professional skills, grow their network, have fun, and make an important contribution to amateur sport in Saskatchewan. This 50th Anniversary edition of the Saskatchewan Games will take place in Regina from February 20-26, 2022, and will feature competition from upwards of 1,800 participants in 18 sports.

Learn more about the 2022 Saskatchewan Winter Games here, and reach out to Val Sluth, Chair, to get involved in the planning of this major celebration of sport, culture and community!


Now introducing our team:

LORNE LASUITA | MENTOR, ATHLETE EXPERIENCE

What are you most looking forward to in the lead-up to or during the 2022 Saskatchewan Winter Games?

  • I'm looking forward to providing a memorable experience for our province's young developing athletes, coaches and officials.

What's your day job?

  • Retired Provincial Games Consultant -- Saskatchewan Games Council.

What’s your favourite sport (to play or watch)?

  • Golf, baseball, volleyball.

What do you hope to achieve as part of the 2022 SWG Host Committee?

  • Opportunity to meet new friends and share past experiences in organizing and planning multi-sport games.

Why did you decide to get involved as a planning volunteer?

  • Because of my passion for sport and to share the excitement of the athletes as they experience all aspects of a multi-sport games!

Why should somebody seek to get involved as a planning volunteer with the 2022 SWG?

  • It's a great opportunity to establish friendships and network with the community.

What's your proudest accomplishment?

  • Raising four lovely daughters and watching eight grandchildren participate in a variety of sport and cultural activities -- and being a part of Team Canada at the 2004 Olympics in Greece.

What's your special talent?

  • Finding the perfect sausage to accompany perogies and all the trimmings!!!!