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Frank Chisholm left Nova Scotia and came to
Saskatoon to work for the Saskatoon Public School Board. Soon after his
arrival in the Hub City, a badminton club was formed. He was an original
member when the club opened in 1930. He was on the board of managers,
became secretary-treasurer, served on many committees, coached and still
had time to play the game.
Due to family illness, Frank left the club
in 1947 and did not return until 1953. Club memberships were way down
and he was asked to take over as manager. He put the club back on its
feet and saw the facility move to a new location in Victoria Park. He
worked out the design for a new building, which was constructed in
1965. In this new facility, Chisholm managed, coached, set up draws and
ran tournaments. For many years his column Hints on Badminton in the
StarPhoenix was widely read. In 1972 Frank left active participation but
his mark will be felt for many years.
The
badminton club honoured him with a lifetime membership. |
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