Winnipeg, MB – Today, the Province of Manitoba, City of Winnipeg, Winnipeg Sea Bears, and the Posthumus family gathered to recognize the dedication of a new basketball court at Gateway Recreation Centre after the late Chad Posthumus.
Posthumus was a beloved member of the local community and an accomplished basketball player that went on to serve as the first-ever signed player and captain of the Winnipeg Sea Bears.
The new Chad Posthumus Memorial Court was part of many recent upgrades at Gateway Recreation Centre. Improvements also included four new pickleball courts with sport court surfacing, paved pathways, bike racks, seating areas, chain link fencing, landscaping, and improved site drainage.
“Chad Posthumus was more than an exceptional athlete—he was a role model, a mentor, and a source of inspiration for countless young Manitobans,” said Glen Simard, Province of Manitoba, Minister of Municipal and Northern Relations. “Naming this basketball court in his honour is a tribute not only to his remarkable achievements on the court, but to the spirit of perseverance, leadership, and community he embodied throughout his life. His legacy will continue to inspire future generations to dream big and play with heart.”
“Chad Posthumus was an outstanding athlete and an even better person,” said Mayor Scott Gillingham. “Chad left a positive lasting impact on every person in his life, and it is fitting that the Chad Posthumus Memorial Court will leave a lasting impact in the community he grew up playing basketball in.”
“Chad was an incredibly kind, compassionate, and driven young man. I know this community was incredibly proud of his accomplishments on the court, and for the connections he maintained in the community he grew up in, starting here with his early participation in team sports at Gateway. We were so fortunate to know him and we look forward to generations of young basketball players getting to know his story while honing their skills here at Chad Posthumus Court.”
“Chad embodied everything the Sea Bears and the city of Winnipeg stand for, hard work, humility, and heart,” said David Asper, Owner, Winnipeg Sea Bears. “Naming this community court in his honour ensures that his legacy continues to inspire young athletes for generations to come. Chad was more than a talented player; he was a leader, a teammate, and a proud Winnipegger whose impact will be felt well beyond the game.”
The project cost was $569,000, with $138,000 from the City’s Parks & Recreation Enhancement Program, $132,000 funded through the Province’s Building Sustainable Communities Fund, and $299,000 from the City’s Land Dedication Reserve Fund.