Sport Panel

Max Gibb
Founder - Southern Alberta Summer Games

Max Gibb's long association with sport has taken him from the racetrack and boxing ring to the board room, where he spearheaded a sporting legacy that continues to benefit athletes today. Born in Lethbridge and raised in Raymond, Gibb, in his younger days, was a rodeo competitor, horse racing jockey and equestrian rider. In 1957, he began his boxing career with the Raymond Boxing Club, winning the Provincial Championship in 1957 and 1958. He continued boxing while attending college in Provo, Utah, and was the U.S. College National Champion in 1960 and the U.S. National Featherweight Champion in 1963. He won another Alberta Championship in 1964 and was named Captain of the Alberta Boxing Team at the 1964 Olympic Trials in Vancouver.

In 1970, Gibb, as Executive Director of the Alberta Sports Council, was the driving force behind the creation of the Southern Alberta Summer Games. The event was so successful, it led to the formation of the Alberta Summer Games and Alberta Winter Games in 1972. The Games have served as a training ground for thousands of young athletes who have gone on to higher levels of competition, including the Olympic Games. 

Through his work with the Alberta Sport Council, Gibb was involved in an organizational capacity in the 1988 Winter Olympics hosted by Calgary. Gibb has also served as a boxing promoter and referee and was part of the management team guiding the career of internationally ranked boxer Dale Brown. Gibb is CEO of the Rocky Mountain Turf Club in Lethbridge. 

Ashley Enns
Athlete - Powerlifting
Nutrition and Fitness Coach

Growing up, Ashely immersed herself in sports at Kate Andrew’s High School—embracing basketball, volleyball, track & field, badminton, and dance at Dance Images. Upon entering college, a void emerged, prompting the initiation of a profound love for the gym. Having transitioned from four bikini shows to powerlifting, she secured a pro card and set numerous records in weight/age categories, including a world record deadlift.

The past year marked a significant chapter in Ashley’s fitness journey as she returned to bodybuilding, competing in regionals and securing a victory. This accomplishment propelled her to nationals in Toronto, where a third-place finish added another achievement. The arduous path involved a strict diet, 15km runs six days a week, and focused weight training. Passionate about this lifestyle, Ahsley has ventured into online nutrition and fitness coaching to assist others on their journey to a healthier life. Ashley was recently recognized as "Athlete of the Year" at the 42nd Annual Coaldale Chamber of Commerce Awards & Appreciation Banquet. 

Chad Chief Moon
Coach - Lacrosse

Chad Chief Moon is a dedicated advocate for lacrosse within Southern Alberta and serves on the Lethbridge Sport Council Board of Directors. For Chad, lacrosse transcends sport—it's a cultural cornerstone that has helped him reconnect deeply with his Indigenous heritage. Recognized as the Creator’s game in Indigenous culture, lacrosse has driven Chad to foster its growth beyond his community, believing strongly in its power to bridge divides and combat prejudice. His leadership is evident in initiatives like organizing a lacrosse camp featuring professional player Jeff Shattler, aimed at establishing a lasting legacy for the sport in Southern Alberta.

Chief Moon’s journey with lacrosse spans over a decade as both a dedicated parent to his son who is a player with the Calgary Jr A. Mounties, and as coach and president of Chief Mountain Lacrosse, formerly known as the Crowsnest Pass Ravens. His influence extends beyond coaching, having founded Team Kainai for the Alberta Indigenous Games and served as Assistant Coach for Team Alberta's U16 Male Lacrosse at the 2023 North American Indigenous Games in Halifax, where his team achieved notable success as bronze medalists. As a board member of Southern Alberta Lacrosse Association and Alberta Indigenous Baggataway Lacrosse, as well as Program Leader of Spirit North's Community Program Traditional Games (lacrosse), Chad continues to champion lacrosse as a catalyst for positive change and community cohesion throughout Southern Alberta. 

Braeson Schacher
Athlete - Adaptive Water Ski

Braeson is a 28-year-old athlete, mentor, and volunteer who grew up in Picture Butte. Braeson lives in Lethbridge during the winter but skis in Calgary during the summer. Braeson has achieved podium finishes in the CrossFit Open and represented Team Canada at the World Disabled Waterski Championships. As the top male team score contributor at the World Championships, he amassed a staggering 2407 points, representing an impressive 22.5% of Canada’s total team score. His consistent excellence has not only propelled him to the forefront of national competitions but has also resonated on the international stage, showcasing his exceptional skill and talent as an athlete.

Braeson was named the recipient of the Water Ski and Wakeboard Canada Male Adaptive Development Athlete of the Year in both 2022 and 2023. He has a passion for sport and fitness and helping others. He believes that movement is medicine and that nothing improves quality of life like sport. He will compete at the next adaptive waterski worlds and continues training in CrossFit. 

Aaron Hernandez
Athlete - Triple Jump and Track & Field

Competed at the University of Lethbridge for 5 seasons as a Triple Jumper, winning 4 USports National Championships and 1 silver medal, along with 5 Canada West Championships. In 2014, named USports and Canada West Rookie of the Year, and won Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame’s Sports Person of the Year. In 2015, represented Canada at the Pan American Games in Toronto following my first Canadian Senior National Championship, and won again in 2016 at the Canadian Olympic Trials in Edmonton. In 2017, was the flag bearer for Team Alberta at the Canada Summer Games in Winnipeg, winning a silver medal in the Triple Jump and anchoring the men’s 4x100m team to a bronze medal. Retired shortly after graduating from the UofL and got into coaching, where I am now the jumps coach for the Pronghorns and the speed/power coach for the Kodiaks.

Ryan Roznowsky
Athlete – Special Olympics Swimming

Ryan has been actively involved in Special Olympics for nearly 30 years. He began his journey in 1992 at the age of 13 in Saskatchewan and currently participates in swimming. Over the years, Ryan has competed in a variety of sports including golf, track and field, floor hockey, and snowshoeing. His dedication to Special Olympics has seen him represent both Saskatchewan and Alberta at numerous national and provincial games, including six Special Olympics Canada national summer games. Ryan also was one of two Special Olympics swimmers that was part of the Team Saskatchewan swim team at the Jeux Canada Games in 2001 (London) and 2005 (Regina).

Beyond his athletic achievements, Ryan serves as a model of inclusion through his participation in mainstream swim clubs across different cities. He currently works as a dressing room and game day assistant for the Lethbridge Hurricanes of the Western Hockey League, continuing his passion for sports and community involvement.