Sportball Newfoundland

Coach Cora:

My name is Cora Pike. I am a certified primary elementary French Immersion teacher, an integrative health coach, and the owner of Back to the Basics Education and Wellness Centre in Paradise, NL. I have a deep passion for education and children’s well-being.

My goal is to instill a love of learning and movement in children across Newfoundland. Through Sportball, my mission is to promote and encourage healthy, happy lifestyles and physical literacy for all children and their families.

Coach Darren:

My name is Darren Pike, and I am a proud franchise owner of Sportball NL. I have been playing multiple sports for as long as I can remember. Over the years, I have been part of many all-star teams, but my passion for sports and coaching led me to purchase this franchise.

I want to share the valuable lessons I’ve learned along the way, inspire others, bring imagination and sport together, and coach with purpose to help every child thrive. Sports have shaped my life, building my confidence, courage, coordination, and social skills—and I believe Sportball fosters all of these qualities.

As a strong advocate for physical literacy, I am passionate about ensuring all children have access to movement-based learning. That’s why Sportball is so important and needed in this province. My goal is to create a fun, inclusive environment where every child has the opportunity to participate in sports. Sportball can make a difference for you and your child—sign up today and let us show you how!

Coach Rena:

My name is Rena Sicord, and I am a proud partner of Sportball! I have always been a strong advocate for physical activity and outdoor adventures.

Growing up in a small town on the South Coast of Newfoundland, my fondest memories include playing softball, swimming, and spotlight with neighborhood friends and cousins. Family excursions and overnight adventures to various islands and coves in a small open boat sparked a lifelong love of the ocean. My passion for adventure and the outdoors eventually led me to a career at sea, where I had the opportunity to travel the world and experience diverse foods, cultures, people, and landscapes.

I firmly believe in the power of physical activity and companionship for mental well-being at any age. While I wasn’t heavily involved in competitive sports as a child, I discovered a love for physical activity in my adult years. At heart, I’m still a kid who thrives on bringing joy and laughter into children’s lives while instilling confidence in them!