A Richmond teen is seeking support to help keep her spot on Team B.C. for this summer's 2014 North American Indigenous Games in Regina.
Annie Morrison, a 14-year-old Richmond Islanders softball player and McRoberts secondary school student, was recently named to the U16 Team B.C. roster after an extensive province-wide selection process.
The athletes will represent not only British Columbia, but also their respective Aboriginal community, in this international multi-sport event. Morrison's heritage is Ojibwa from her father's side (Wasauksing First Nations) of the family. She is hoping to raise $310 by May 13.
While the Team B.C. program is supported by the Province of B.C., there is still a financial burden to the athlete to participate at NAIG. Participation includes team
fee, training, travel and accommodation expenses. As these costs are the responsibility of the athlete and their family; any financial or in-kind assistance provided by community members, organizations or local businesses is very much welcomed.
The first hurdle on Morrison's road to Saskatchewan will be turning in her team fee by mid-May. She and her family are seeking sponsors to help her make sure she does not forfeit the spot she worked so hard to earn.
Donations can be made to her Fundrazr campaign at https://fundrazr.com/campaigns/fkoo7/ab/32m282.
The 2014 North American Indigenous Games take place from July 20-27 and will highlight the cultural, spiritual and athletic prowess of Indigenous athletes from across North America.
