Calgary Booster Club

We asked Hockey Hall of Famer and Calgary Flames legend Lanny McDonald one simple question — if you couldn't play hockey, what sport would you pick?

His answer might surprise you!

Watch the clip and let us know in the comments — what sport would YOU pick if you had to choose a different one?

Lanny McDonald: If He Hadn't Laced Up the Skates, What Sport Would He Have Chosen? Hockey Hall of Famer and Calgary Flames legend Lanny McDonald has one of the most storied careers in NHL history — 500 goals, 1,000 points, a Stanley Cup cha...

The Calgary Booster Club’s annual awards announcement is almost here.

Join us on Wednesday, March 25 at 11:00 a.m. at McMahon Stadium as we reveal this year’s Sportsperson of the Year, Male and Female Athletes of the Year, Special Olympics Calgary Athlete of the Year, and Honoured Athletic Leader. This year’s Male and Female Athletes of the Year both represented Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.

These awards celebrate excellence, leadership, service, and lasting impact across Calgary’s sporting community. We would love to see members of the media and the public there as we recognize some truly outstanding people. Refreshments will be served.

Details:
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
11:00 a.m.
McMahon Stadium, West Media Room
1817 Crowchild Trail N.W.

Read the full media advisory here: https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/11/annual-awards-announcement-media-advisory.

Annual Awards Announcement Media Advisory – Calgary Booster Club Canadian Olympians set to be honoured at Calgary Booster Club's annual awards media event.

Calgarian Michael Soroka was the starting pitcher for TeaAm Canada against the U.S. in the WBC quarterfinal and former Okotoks Dawgs Baseball hurler Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson finished the game.

Full story: https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/03/18/alberta-pitchers-in-the-spotlight-at-wbc/.

Alberta Pitchers in the Spotlight at WBC – Calgary Booster Club Calgarian Michael Soroka was the starting pitcher for TeaAm Canada against the U.S. in the WBC quarterfinal and former Okotoks Dawgs hurler Matt “Tugboat” Wilkinson finished the game.

Ticket sales are officially OPEN for the 72nd Annual Sports Gala.

Join us on Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 4:30pm at the Grey Eagle Resort Banquet Room for an unforgettable evening celebrating excellence, legacy, and the people who shape sport in our community. This annual celebration brings together athletes, coaches, builders, volunteers, and supporters to honour achievements that extend far beyond the field of play.

The night will feature the presentation of our premier awards, including Sportsperson of the Year, Honoured Athletic Leader, Male Athlete of the Year, Female Athlete of the Year, and Special Olympics Calgary Athlete of the Year—recognizing not only outstanding performance, but leadership, perseverance, and impact.

Seats go fast every year. Secure yours early and be part of a tradition that continues to inspire generations.

Reserve your tickets: https://72sportsgala.eventbrite.ca.

Team Canada receives boost from Calgary athletes at MilanoCortina2026.

Full story including a preview of the athletes to watch from Calgary: https://calgaryboosterclub.com/2026/02/01/calgarians-ready-to-make-a-difference-at-olympics.

Calgarians Ready to Make a Difference at Olympics – Calgary Booster Club Team Canada receives boost from Calgary athletes at 2026 Winter Olympics.