A small but mighty group of Ottawa Lions athletes delivered a number of standout performances at the 2025 Canadian Masters Indoor Track and Field Championships this past weekend, bringing home multiple national titles and podium finishes from the James Daly Fieldhouse on the University of Manitoba campus.
Leading the charge was Lawrence Williams, who captured two national titles in the M50 category, winning gold in both the 400m (59.41) and 200m (25.69). Williams also added a silver medal in the 60m (8.05), further showcasing his sprinting versatility.
Sam Shi also excelled in the distance events, securing gold in both the M30 1500m (4:40.49) and 3000m (9:50.46). Shi dominated both races, winning the 1500m by more than 50 seconds and the 3000m by over two and a half minutes.
In the field, J-Angelo Beraldin made his mark in the throws with a pair of medals in the M65 category. After earning a silver in Saturday’s shot put competition (9.80m), Beraldin upgraded to gold in the weight throw on Sunday, launching the 20-pound ball out to 11.60 metres—winning by more than two metres.
These strong individual performances contributed to an impressive showing for the Ottawa Lions at the championships, as the club finished 11th overall in the team standings.
Ottawa Lions Medalists at the 2025 Canadian Masters Indoor Championships:
- Lawrence Williams (M50) – Gold, 400m (59.41)
- Lawrence Williams (M50) – Gold, 200m (25.69)
- Lawrence Williams (M50) – Silver, 60m (8.05)
- Sam Shi (M30) – Gold, 1500m (4:40.49)
- Sam Shi (M30) – Gold, 3000m (9:50.46)
- J-Angelo Beraldin (M65) – Gold, Weight Throw (11.60m)
- J-Angelo Beraldin (M65) – Silver, Shot Put (9.80m)