Head Coach Daniel Shynkaryk
Basketball July 27 – August 2, 2008 (Week 3)
Two summers ago at the age of 25 years-of-age Daniel Shynkaryk became the youngest head coach at the 45th Legion Athletic Camp.
But don’t let his age act as a deterrent, now age 28 (summer 2008) by virtue of coaching and more specifically, the sport of basketball, has been in his blood for a long time.
For eight years he has attended the Legion Athletic Camp as an assistant coach and prior to that he also attended camp as an athlete.
His passion for the sport has led to success both on and off the hardwood.
In 2003-2004 he coached College Jeanne Sauve to a Manitoba high school junior varsity provincial title.
An alumnus of College Jeanne Sauve, he had only a few years prior led them to a provincial title as a player in 1997-1998.
After a brief cup of coffee playing for the Brandon Bobcats (1998-99) in the Canadian Interuniversity Sports (CIS) ranks, Shynkaryk took some time away from the university scene only to return with a big bang in 2004 with the Winnipeg Wesmen.
Named GPAC All Star for 2004-2005 the 6-foot-8 centre continues to dominate the CIS scene and last year (2006-2007) he was named to several all-star tournament teams.
Of his coaching philosophy he states: "I coach because I like being around young people. I enjoy their enthusiasm for the sport and their willingness to learn. Seeing them succeed and learn is a great feeling for me and I know what it's like to be in their shoes."
First and foremost Shynkaryk wants to make sure that "fun" is a top priority for all players.
"My coaching philosophy is to learn and have fun. I want kids to leave this camp as an improved basketball player and even a better person. I know that when I came to this camp I learnt some very valuable life lessons and I think that every kid should have the opportunity to reach their potential.
"The Legion Sports Camp is proud to have Daniel Shynkaryk as a head coach for basketball.
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