Canada Men's National Softball Team head coach John Stuart receives coaching excellence award

Canada's Men's National Softball Team head coach, John Stuart, was recognized with the Petro-Canada Coaching Excellence Award, which spotlights coaches who have supported their athletes to a medal-winning performance at a world championships event, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, or the Special Olympics World Games. 

Stuart managed the Canadian team to a silver medal at the latest WBSC Men's Softball World Cup, played in late 2022 in New Zealand. Canada played their 10th final in the history of the event, losing to Australia 5-2 while posting a 7-2 overall record in the tournament.

Hosted by the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC) in partnership with Petro-Canada, the annual gala honours coaches who exemplify the values and competencies of the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) and their positive impact within the sport system of Canada. 

“It is our pleasure to present these annual awards to such exceptional coaches,” said Patrick Ritchie, VP of Sales & Marketing for Petro-Canada. “The coaches we are celebrating this year have guided their athletes to incredible performances on the world stage and contributed to Canada’s legacy of success in sport. I offer my heartfelt congratulations to all of the recipients.”    

Canada will host one the three groups of the next WBSC Men's Softball World Cup Group Stage, which will take place entirely next year; and the World Cup Finals in 2025.