UNBC Legacy Night raises nearly $129,000 for student-athletes

UNBC women’s soccer alumna Paige Payne, who was inducted into the 2026 Wall of Honour, also addressed the crowd. Payne reflected on her journey from Kitimat to becoming the program’s all-time leading scorer.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of the inaugural Curt Garland Award. Timberwolves Student Athlete Society President Hagon Kim became the first recipient of the honour, which recognizes a TSAS executive member who exemplifies the late Curt Garland’s values of humility, service, positive influence and philanthropy.

Auctioneer Melissa Barcellos led attendees through eight live auction items before LeBlanc delivered the evening’s keynote address.

Guests were also shown a three-part video series featuring fifth-year women’s soccer defender Kambria Mellum, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the daily life of a UNBC student-athlete.

UNBC Director of Athletics and Recreation Loralyn Murdoch credited the community’s support for the event’s success.

“We are incredibly grateful to the donors, sponsors and supporters who made our 12th annual Legacy Night such a success,” Murdoch said. “Raising $128,927 is an outstanding achievement, and every dollar raised makes a meaningful difference in the quality of life of our student-athletes.”

Murdoch added that Legacy Night continues to grow each year and said organizers are already looking ahead to the 2027 event.

Funds raised through Legacy Night will directly support UNBC student-athletes, helping them pursue both academic and athletic success.

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by Adam Berls

UNBC Legacy Night raises nearly $129,000 for student-athletes

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