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On Sunday June 22, 2025, RTAM had the privilege of sponsoring a home game of the Winnipeg Goldeyes Baseball Club in honor of Teacher Appreciation Day. After donning red Goldeyes jerseys, the RTAM Executive, consisting of Jayesh Maniar, Linda Blair, Jocelyne Fraser, and Trent Tuttosi, were escorted to the baseball field. The RTAM President had the privilege of throwing out the first pitch. Our RTAM Choir directed by Bill Quinn regaled everyone with their singing of our visitor’s national anthem and then our own national anthem. The game was now officially underway.

Joining the RTAM Executive in the Sky Suite overlooking the playing field were RTAM Board members, Audrey Siemens, Betty-Jean Checkley and Marilyn Wiebe along with RTAM Staff, Melissa Sitter and Denise Bellesia, accompanied by their guests. Also joining everyone in the suite were special guests from the University of Manitoba Retirees Association as well as Wayne Ewasko, MLA for Lac du Bonnet. Unfortunately, the Minister of Education, Tracy Schmidt, and Cindy Lamoureux, MLA for Tyndall Park were unable to attend due to prior personal commitments. Additional family members, staff and friends of RTAM were seated behind home plate.

Our Very Important Retired Teacher (VIRT) for the game was a past RTAM Board member and current committee member, David Harkness. Unfortunately, David was unable to attend the game and receive the accolades in-person. Congratulations, David, in being named our VIRT!

Everyone was enjoying an exciting baseball game when one small rain interruption arrived. After play had resumed for a little while, we were graced with a more significant rain shower. The game had to be suspended, and tarps laid on the field. After the rain ceased, the game was able to continue. The outcome was a win for the Goldeyes. A great conclusion to a wonderful day spent at the ballpark!

Thanks go to our wonderful RTAM Staff for organizing this opportunity for our RTAM members.