Three BC Athletes to Represent Canada at 2018 Youth Olympic Games
About the Youth Olympic Games
The Youth Olympic Games (YOG) bring together talented young athletes aged 15 to 18 from more than 200 countries around the world. An event distinct from other youth sports events, the YOG also integrate a unique Culture and Education Programme based around five main themes: Olympism, social responsibly, skills development, expression and well-being and healthy lifestyles. Buenos Aires 2018, the third summer YOG, will feature nearly 4,000 athletes in 241 events across 32 sports in 36 disciplines.
BC Athletes
BC Athletics is looking forward to cheering on three local athletes, Dolly Gabri, Kendra Lewis, and Jasneet Nijjar as they represent their Province and Country in Buenos Aires.
| Athlete | Hometown | Club | Personal Coach | Event |
| Dolly Gabri | Surrey, BC | South Surrey Athletics | Donald Allemeersch | Discus |
| Kendra Lewis | Vancouver, BC | Vancouver Olympic Club | Besnik Mece | 1500m |
| Jasneet Nijjar | Surrey, BC | Universal Athletics | Jessie Dosanjh | 400m |
More information:
- Official website – Buenos Aires 2018
- Buenos Aires 2018 – schedule (all sports – local time)
- Buenos Aires 2018 App (stay up-to-date with a personalized experienced)
- IAAF’s Youth Olympic Games webpage (timetable/results, news, event history and more)
- 179 countries will compete in 36 disciplines
- Team Canada (updates from the COC)
- Watch the Games via CBCSports.ca
- More info about Team Canada can be found on Athletics Canada's website
Best of luck to all of Team Canada!
