Article contentHe earned an invitation to attend the Cincinnati Reds training camp, an opportunity few local athletes have ever received, but was unable to attend.Article contentHe also starred in basketball at the high school and at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Bible Hill.Article content Sidney Peters played basketball at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College in Bible Hill. Photo by ContributedArticle contentHe has dedicated more than two decades to serving First Nations communities through housing, natural resources, and community development before becoming chief of the Glooscap First Nation in 2012.Article content“Throughout his career, he has earned a reputation as a thoughtful leader, respected for his integrity, communication, and commitment to improving the lives of others,” said a bio compiled by the Wall of Fame committee.Article content“Whether competing on the baseball field or leading within his community, Sidney Peters has always demonstrated that success is measured not only by personal achievement, but by the positive impact made on those around you.”Article contentArticle contentHicksArticle contentFrom hockey rinks and gymnasiums to track facilities, Hicks became a familiar face in Middleton athletics.Article contentArticle content“Wherever young people needed a coach, mentor, or advocate, she answered the call with enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine love of sport,” said a bio compiled by the Wall of Fame committee.Article content Mary Lu Hicks gave generously of her time to coach a variety of sports in Middleton. Photo by ContributedArticle contentShe coached Middleton Minor Hockey throughout the 1990s, helped establish the Girls High School Hockey League, and led badminton and track and field at the high school.Article contentShe was recognized in 2007 with the Nova Scotia School Athletic Federation Outstanding Service Award. Hicks was known for her leadership, unwavering encouragement, and genuine care for every athlete.Article content“For Mary Lu, sport has always been about more than competition. It has been about building community, opening doors for young athletes, and creating an environment where effort, respect, and perseverance could flourish,” the bio said. “Her legacy lives on in the programs she helped establish and in the countless athletes whose lives were shaped by her guidance and encouragement.”Article contentArticle contentSoccer teamArticle contentThe soccer team, which drew players from Middleton, Bridgetown and Annapolis, created a benchmark of excellence for soccer in the community.Article contentArticle contentThe journey began in 1998 with a heartbreaking second-place finish at the under-13 provincial championships. The team used the loss as motivation.Article content“Guided by head coach Dave Matheson and manager Marc Thibodeau, the players committed themselves to improving every season, developing a culture built on teamwork, discipline, and a relentless desire to compete,” said a bio compiled by the Wall of Fame committee.Article contentIn 2000, Middleton captured its first under-15 provincial championship. They won another provincial title at the under-16 level in 2001. They went 28-1-1 over those two seasons while winning eight consecutive tournaments.Article contentThe community was unable to field a team in 2002, but many players reunited the following year and added one final chapter to their story by claiming the under-18 provincial championship. It was their third Nova Scotia title in four competitive seasons.Article content“While the championships and records speak for themselves, this team’s legacy extends far beyond the scores,” the bio said.Article content“They represented Middleton with pride, inspired a generation of young athletes, and demonstrated what can be accomplished when talent is matched with commitment, resilience, and trust in one another.”Article content
Woodworth, Peters, Hicks, soccer team to be recognized in Middleton
