CANADA GAMES
Provincials and place fourth at 
U17 Nationals in Napanee, Ont., 
and earned All-Star Centre Fielder 
honours with the Ochapowace Thunder 
U23 team at the Canadian Native 
Fastball Championships.
One of the greatest highlights of 
Gunner’s young career came when 
he was selected to represent Team 
Saskatchewan’s U20 men’s softball team 
at the Canada Games in St. John’s. 
Competing as one of the youngest 
players on the roster, Gunner stepped 
onto the national stage against the 
strongest athletes in the country, 
gaining elite-level experience, show-
casing his speed and defensive skill, 
and proudly representing Cowessess 
First Nation on a platform few athletes 
ever reach. The Canada Games 
strengthened his confidence, expanded 
his competitive mindset and fuelled his 
determination to keep growing in the 
sport he loves.
Currently a member of the Tommy 
Douglas Collegiate Softball Academy 
in Saskatoon and a talented singer 
and guitarist, Gunner continues to 
balance high-level athletics with music 
and community leadership. With 
every performance and every game, 
he represents his Nation with pride, 
inspiring Indigenous youth through his 
commitment, discipline and passion for 
both sport and music. 
TEGAN NAHNEPOWISK
Tegan Nahnepowisk is a 19-year-old 
athlete from Piapot First Nation 
who proudly represented Team 
Saskatchewan’s men’s U20 softball 
team at the 2025 Canada Games. He 
grew up playing for the Piapot Eagles 
men’s softball team, where his passion 
for the game was first developed, 
and continued to hone his skills with 
various competitive teams in and 
around Regina, Sask. Over the years, 
Tegan has built a strong reputation as 
a committed and hardworking player 
who brings consistency, focus and 
team-first leadership to the field.
Alongside his softball career, Tegan is 
also an avid hockey player, balancing 
both sports from a young age. His 
multi-sport background has played 
a key role in shaping his athleticism, 
work ethic and competitive drive. 
Proud of his roots and the communi-
ties he represents, Tegan continues 
to pursue excellence while carrying 
forward the values of dedication, 
resilience and pride instilled in him 
throughout his journey.  
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