The 55+ Games in Quebec City are fast approaching, and excitement is building as athletes from the Northwest Territories prepare to join in the competition. Let’s meet two of our dedicated participants who are ready to showcase their skills in table tennis.
Lesley Paulette
This will be Lesley’s first Canada 55+ Games, and she is eager to compete in the 65+ category. “I signed up for the Games because I figured, why not? And if not now, then when?” she shares. Lesley has a deep passion for table tennis, and after a lifetime of caring for others, she sees this as an opportunity to focus on herself. “It keeps me fit and active and challenges me mentally and physically—all good things for someone getting older by the day. I never had a chance to compete before, so when this opportunity came up, I couldn’t let it pass me by.”
Lesley expects the Games to be challenging but filled with fun. She looks forward to sharing the experience with fellow Team NT participants, creating lasting memories together.
Mike Pickles
Mike is also participating in his very first 55+ Games, competing in the 55 age category. When asked why he signed up, he said, “To increase my athletic abilities, make new friends, and to represent the NWT.”
His expectations for the Games are grounded in a philosophy of openness: “My expectations are to assume nothing. I want to fully immerse myself in the Games, embrace any disappointments, and carry the NWT flag with pride!”
Schedule for Our Athletes:
The competition will take place at ExpoCité, and here’s the schedule for our athletes:
Wednesday, August 28th
- 09:00 AM: Michael vs. Bill Pounden (ON) – Table 2
- 10:30 AM: Michael vs. Brian Wurts (ON) – Table 1
- 01:00 PM: Lesley vs. Gloria Lam (ON) – Table 2
- 01:30 PM: Lesley vs. June Wan (ON) – Table 2
- 02:00 PM: Lesley vs. Karen Cambridge (ON) – Table 3
- 03:00 PM: Lesley vs. Weijun Fang (ON) – Table 3
For more information about the event, visit the ExpoCité website: ExpoCité. You can also find the table tennis rules here and follow the results here.
Wishing our Team NT athletes all the best at this event. We know that you will make us proud!