We believe that arts and athletics are the bookends of a good well rounded education. Sometimes, being part of the band or the track team is what keeps young people engaged in and attending school. After all, who has fond memories of algebra class?
This summer, we partnered with Canadian track athletes who have won multiple medals in provincial, national and international competitions to add the athletic perspective to our band camp music program.
Arts and sport often go hand in hand for kids, whether it’s hockey and drama club, or band and the track team. Learn more about the professional athletes who came to our summer Band Camps to talk to kids about how arts and athletics shaped their lives.
Bandology and KidSport Ontario set out to answer a simple question: what do the arts and sport actually do for a young person? We reviewed research from Canada, the United States, and around the world, covering mental health, school, friendships, healthy habits and long-term success.
Hannah Blair | Arts x Athletics
Hannah Blair is the 2026 Canadian national Heptathlon Champion and a former standout student athlete at the University of Waterloo. A Warriors track and field legend, she earned recognition for both her athletic success and academic excellence throughout her university career.
Tamarri Lindo | Arts x Athletics
Tamarri Lindo is a third-year student athlete at York University and the 2025 OUA Champion in the 60m hurdles. Known for his speed, dedication and competitive drive, Tamarri continues to compete at the university level while developing as one of Ontario's top hurdlers. You can learn more about Tamarri at: bandology.ca/arts-and-athletics.
Jacqueline Madogo | Arts x Athletics
Jacqueline Madogo is a Canadian sprinter, the 2023 Canadian National Champion in the 200m and a University of Guelph alumna. She represented Team Canada at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, competing in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay.
Immanuel Onyemah | Arts x Athletics
Immanuel Onyemah is a Canadian track and field athlete who specializes in the 100m sprint. A former student-athlete at Western University, he competed in U Sports while developing into one of Canada's rising sprinters. Immanuel continues to compete at a high level, bringing his speed, experience and passion for the sport to the track.