I read in The Anchor about a roast of 2 long time Chestermere figures. Congratulations on the honor!

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CHESTERMERE – Two long-time Chestermere High School figures will be the guests of honour at a May 29 fundraiser.

Although, in this case, the term “honour” may be used loosely.

Brian Utley and Rob Wilson have agreed to be roasted during a banquet that aims to put together funds for the CHS athletics and fine arts departments. And those doing the roasting ought to be very familiar with the duo, both of whom have been integral parts of the school for years.

Utley, of course, has been the athletic director at CHS for the last 29 years, and coached basketball for 31. His name is synonymous with the school’s athletics and rightly so. Most recently, he guided the girls’ basketball team to their first 4A provincial appearance. His teams hold claim to 12 Rocky View League Basketball titles, and five high school provincial championships.

Beyond his on-court activities, he also founded the Alberta Shooting Stars program, which had its 2010 showcase in March, and coordinated fundraising efforts for the CHS gym and football field scoreboards, the weight room, as well as numerous Laker basketball camps.

Meanwhile, Wilson has also been a part of the CHS athletic scene since 1982. Like Utley, his list of accolades is a lengthy one, and his contributions to the school immeasurable. He has coached football, basketball, and golf for the Lakers, and currently coaches the latter pair of those clubs. His hardwood teams claimed 10 divisional rings, nine zone titles, and four provincial chips.

Wilson got the ball rolling on the Chestermere Alumni basketball tournament, and continued to support students even after their graduation and helped them through the college ranks. He was also recently named the CTV Coach of the Week.

The opportunity for some light-hearted ribbing will begin at 5:30 on Saturday the 29^th, in the north gymnasium at the high school. A cash bar will be available, and all attendees must be over the age of 18 to participate. CHS’ drumline is also scheduled to perform.

Tickets are $35, and can be purchased at the school’s office. For more information, call (403) 272-8868.

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Corinne Watson.com