Premier Gordon Campbell has issued the following statements to congratulate British Columbia’s most recent Olympic medalists.
August 19, 2008
Victoria – Premier Gordon Campbell issued the following statement today to congratulate Victoria’s Simon Whitfield on winning a silver medal in the Men’s triathlon at the 2008 Olympic Summer Games in Beijing:
“Simon Whitfield is a legend in the triathlon, winning the gold in Sydney in 2000 despite being caught up in a large crash in the bike portion of the race. His silver-medal performance is an inspiration to all British Columbians. Competing in one of the most gruelling events in the Olympics, Whitfield demonstrates that determination and hard work lead to great achievements.
“The spirit and determination of all the athletes on Team Canada continues to be reflected in all their performances in Beijing. On behalf of all British Columbians, congratulations to Simon on his tremendous showing.”
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Aug. 17, 2008
VICTORIA – Premier Gordon Campbell issued the following statement today to congratulate British Columbia’s most recent medalists at the 2008 Olympic Summer Games in Beijing:
“These talented athletes are reaching the podium and illustrating the strength and spirit of British Columbians who have dedicated their life to reaching the top of their sport.
“The success of the men’s eight team, which includes five British Columbians; and the men’s lightweight fours team, which includes two British Columbians, and the fact that B.C. athletes have contributed to more than half of Canada’s total medals so far is a source of pride for all British Columbians. I’m proud to note that Dominic Seiterle of the men’s eight is also a member of B.C.’s dedicated public service, working in the Public Service Agency.
“Athletes from our province are making an enormous contribution to Team Canada’s success at these Olympics. I join all British Columbians in congratulating them on their achievements so far and cheering on the rest of our athletes as they reach for the top.”
The men’s eight won Canada’s second gold medal in Beijing. The team includes Ben Rutledge of Cranbrook, Kevin Light of Sidney, Malcolm Howard and Dominic Seiterle of Victoria, Kyle Hamilton of Richmond, as well as Andrew Byrnes of Toronto, Jake Wetzel of Saskatoon and Adam Kreek of London, Ont.
The lightweight men’s fours rowing team won bronze. The team includes British Columbians Iain Brambell of Brentwood Bay and Mike Lewis of Victoria, as well as Liam Parsons of Thunder Bay and Jon Beare of Toronto.
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Aug. 16, 2008
VICTORIA – Premier Gordon Campbell issued the following statement today to congratulate the three British Columbians who earned Olympic medals in Beijing on Saturday:
“All British Columbians and people across the nation are incredibly proud of Carol Huynh of Hazelton, Dave Calder of Victoria and Scott Frandsen of Kelowna for bringing home some of our country’s first Olympic medals from Beijing.
“Each one of these athletes has spent countless hours training, practicing and perfecting their abilities to reach this pinnacle. The dedication and commitment they have shown is an inspiration to all of us.
“The fact that these three athletes come from all corners of our province is evidence of the strength, diversity and quality of our communities. I’m also proud to note that rower Dave Calder is a member of B.C.’s talented public service in the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources.
“Congratulations to Scott, Dave and Carol, and good luck to all of the Team Canada athletes who will be competing in the days to come. All of British Columbia is cheering for you.”
Carol Huynh of Hazelton won gold in women’s 48-kilogram freestyle wrestling. Scott Frandsen of Kelowna and Dave Calder of Victoria won silver in men’s pair rowing.
