Riversdale Athletics Club

The Riversdale Masters athletes continue to perform at a high level and enjoy the amazing experience at the World Master's Championships in Daegu, South Korea.

🥈Gwynn Woodson is awarded her SECOND silver medal - this time in the W75 1500m!!

🌟 Sandi Arnason scores her best performance (7th) of the Championships in javelin!

We’re so proud of you!!!

📣 Riversdale Athletics Club, proudly, has two athletes competing in the World Masters Championships in Daegu, South Korea🇰🇷!!

Congrats and good luck to both Sandi Arnason and Gwynneth Woodson👏

🔥Gwynn has already earned a silver medal in the women 75 category in the 5000m on Aug. 27!!

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RIVA’s next graduate is Naysa Woods, who graduated from Centennial Collegiate. This upcoming fall, Naysa will be studying Kinesiology at the University of Toronto with the goal of going to medical school.

Naysa will also be continuing her track career at the U of T as a member of the University of Toronto Varsity Blues Track & Field/Cross Country team.

In Naysa’s words:
“My favorite RIVA memory would be impossible to choose. I have found some of my best friends, and have had some of my most memorable moments with the athletes and coaches, whether laughing or crying. The past four years have been my favorite, all because this team is so special, and I will miss them so much.”

Naysa, watching you grow and achieve so much has been amazing. Your dedication, determination, and hard work have taken you far, and we’re excited to see what comes next. Here’s to new goals, exciting opportunities, and all the adventures ahead. Congratulations, Naysa!

Good luck this weekend RIVA athletes!!

Throw back to mid July when some of our RIVA athletes traveled to Regina to compete in the Western Canada Team Challenge. Amazing performances by a standout team!

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RIVA’s next graduate is Jersey Lange, who graduated from Holy Cross High School. Jersey is attending the U of S in the fall, where she has been accepted into the Edwards School of Business with plans to become a lawyer.

Jersey will be continuing with track as she moves on to be a member of the U of S Huskies Track and Field team.

In Jersey’s words:
“My favourite track memory was the last night of 2025 Indoor Nationals when all the competition was done and we all just hungout talking and sharing laughs! Another favourite memory will be our Friday workouts with the team!”

Jersey, we couldn’t be prouder of everything you’ve accomplished—on the track and beyond. Wishing you every success and happiness as you chase new dreams and embrace the adventures ahead. Congratulations, Jersey!

Will graduated from St. Joe’s and will be attending the University of Alberta where he will be attending the Alberta School of Business.

Will plans to continue with his track career at the university level as he is a member of the U of A Golden Bears track and field team.

Will’s favourite RIVA memory was the 2025 indoor nationals trip in Toronto.

Will, we are so proud of you and all you’ve accomplished—both on and off the track. Your hard work and determination have taken you far, and we can’t wait to see where your next adventure leads. Wishing you every success and happiness as you chase new goals and embrace all the adventures ahead. Congratulations!

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Olivia graduated from Centennial Collegiate and will be attending the University of Saskatchewan in the fall. Olivia will enter the College of Education with a focus on Early Middle Years education.

Olivia’s favourite RIVA memory is this year’s team trip to Edmonton and getting to cheer on and bond with her teammates.

We’re so proud of you, Olivia, and can’t wait to see where your next adventure takes you. Wishing you every success and happiness as you begin this exciting new chapter this fall. Congratulations!

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Casey graduated from Unity Composite High School and will be attending the
University of Regina to take Kinesiology and Health Studies. Casey will be continuing with her track and field career now at the university level with the U of R Cougars track and field team.

Casey’s favourite RIVA memory was the 2025 trip to Legion Nationals and staying at the AirBnB with the rest of the RIVA team.

We will be cheering for you Casey as you begin your next academic and athletic adventures! 💚💛

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Aubree graduated from Martensville High School and will be attending The University of Saskatchewan, where she is enrolled in the College of Kinesiology.

Aubree on her favourite RIVA memory:
“My favourite RIVA memory is when we went to indoor nationals and staying with everyone in the house together and eating McCain cake!!”

We are so proud of you, Aubree, and wish you all the best as you begin your new adventures this fall. Congratulations!