​by J.J. Ross, Physical Education and Health Education Coordinator, SJASD

The Annual St. James-Assiniboia Early Years Speed Stacking Tournament continues to be a highlight of the school year, offering young students an opportunity to showcase their fine motor skills and lightning-fast stacking abilities. On April 23, 2025, Early Years students from across SJASD gathered at Collège Sturgeon Heights Collegiate for this exciting competition.

It was inspiring to witness the enthusiasm and determination of the students, supported every step of the way by dedicated educators and volunteers. Their encouragement and guidance play a vital role in making events like this possible.

Special thanks go to Mr. Vosper from Brooklands School, who once again took on the important role of Speed Stacking Convenor. His leadership ensured the day ran smoothly and efficiently, allowing students to focus on what they do best—stacking with speed, skill, and sportsmanship.

The tournament serves as a powerful reminder that practice truly leads to progress. Beyond the medals and rankings, this event emphasizes perseverance, goal setting, and the satisfaction of seeing hard work pay off.

More than just a fun activity, cup stacking helps students develop essential skills like hand-eye coordination, focus, and agility—abilities that transfer to everyday tasks such as writing, tool use, and even teamwork.

We're proud to celebrate an event that not only fosters physical ability but also nurtures key life skills that students will carry with them well beyond the classroom. Congratulations to all participants, and thank you to everyone who helped make the 2025 tournament such a success!

Results: 2025 Annual St. James-Assiniboia Early Years Speed Stacking Tournament

Girls 3-6-3

1st Place          Riley Thibert                  Robert Browning         4.15 secs

2nd Place        Denali Tiesen               Robert Browning         4.58 secs

3rd Place          Ainslie Webb                Sansome                        4.61 secs

4th Place          Alexa Santiago             Brooklands                    4.65 secs

5th Place          Julia Jeffrey                    Buchanan                      4.81 secs

Boys 3-6-3

1st Place          Oliver Moulton             Robert Browning         3.96 secs

2nd Place        Alex Arsenault              Robert Browning         4.18 secs

3rd Place          Samuel Dale                 Bannatyne                     4.31secs

4th Place          Elijah Portillo                Bannatyne                     4.41 secs *4.55

5th Place          Miguel Suyu                  Brooklands                    4.50 secs *4.59

Girls Cycle

1st Place          Gabriella Colpitts       Bannatyne                     12.00 secs

2nd Place        Danika Senyk              Assiniboine                   13.69 secs

3rd Place          Lily Jones                       Phoenix                          13.71 secs

4th Place          Lexi Shumka                 Sansome                       13.90 secs

5th Place          Maelle Astleford          Assiniboine                   14.08 secs

Boys Cycle

1st Place          Rensel Obterra            Robert Browning         9.94 secs

2nd Place        Nathaniel Balino         Brooklands                    11.77 secs

3rd Place          Shawn Chambers       Bannatyne                     12.84 secs

4th Place          Zach Welligan              Sansome                        12.88 secs

5th Place          Caleb Fresno                Brooklands                    15.03 secs

*denotes tiebreaker

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SJAEYAA Speed Stacking Divisional Record Holders

GIRLS 3-6-3 STACK – Elanor H. (3.65 sec.) Ecole Bannatyne (2024)

BOYS 3-6-3 STACK – Renzel O. (3.60 sec.) Ecole Robert Browning (2024)

GIRLS CYCLE STACK – Naomi B. (10.34 sec.) Sansome School (2011)

BOYS CYCLE STACK – Owen P. (8.06 sec.) Ecole Robert Browning (2013)