Ian Hyde-Lay
Going Cheap
There is a definite buzz about, as a keenly anticipated weekend looms on the horizon. For diehard fans such as myself, the Guinness Six...
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A Life In Sport
A blog by Ian Hyde-Lay
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Ian Hyde-Lay is a teacher who lives and works in Victoria, BC. He has been heavily involved in sport his entire life, as a player, coach, referee and administrator.
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Ian Hyde-Lay
- Jan 27, 2022
- 4 min
Wildflowers
January 14-15, 2022. The southern Pacific Ocean. An uninhabited volcanic island and a submarine volcano erupt. The explosion is estimated...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Jan 20, 2022
- 3 min
Not Seeing is a Flower
Zac Taylor is not necessarily a household name, but, if you coach a team in the National Football League to a 6-25-1 record through two...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Jan 12, 2022
- 4 min
Six
It took place decades ago, but, in retrospect, it might be the most memorable practice I ever attend. The venue is not particularly...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Jan 4, 2022
- 4 min
Brian's Song
A global pandemic enters its third year. Like a runaway locomotive, it shows few signs of slowing down. Athletic events are dramatically...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Dec 30, 2021
- 4 min
I Was (Planning To Be) There
January 8, 2020. Just after 7pm at the Victoria Airport. One last hug, pulling him close. Son Derek shows his passport and boarding pass...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Dec 30, 2021
- 4 min
Sense of Humour
A few weeks ago, somewhat out of the blue, I receive a note from a friend. I learn that an Australian, Andrew Cole, is to win the...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Dec 19, 2021
- 4 min
The Joy of Team
A late afternoon some ten days ago. I arrive at a school, tasked with collecting an athletics trophy from the PE office. A vicious rain...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Nov 17, 2021
- 4 min
Rock and a Hard Place
04.45. The bright red digits on the bedside clock stare back at me. Normally a sound sleeper, I toss and turn. Memories, emotions,...
Ian Hyde-Lay
- Nov 9, 2021
- 4 min
Remembering "Weary"
Down Under, March 2018. I arrive in the Capital Territory, the manager of a high school rugby tour group. As part of our itinerary, we...
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