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TEAMS
Staff
Running
Men's Basketball
Women's Basketball
Men's Futsal
Women's Futsal
Men's Volleyball
Women's Volleyball
EVENTS
Team Schedules
Intramurals
Learn More About The Our Facilities:
CORE FITNESS CENTRE
THE GYMNASIUM
THE EDGE WALL
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Bob Murray
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR
Bob Murray
Bob Murray is the Director of Sport Management and also serves as the Athletics Director of Pilots Athletics. He holds a Masters Degree in Leadership Management and a Bachelor's Degree in English and Sport Management. Bob enjoys leading the athletics department and sport management program as he has the opportunity to see students grow in the world of sport!
Athletics Staff
Bob Murray
Athletic Director
Basketball Head Coach
Volleyball Head Coach
bob.murray@prairie.edu
403.443.5511 ext 453
Vanessa Dyck
Athletics and Recreation Services Coordinator
Women's Futsal Head Coach
vanessa.dyck@prairie.edu
403.443.5511 ext 453
James Fraser
Men's Futsal Head Coach
james.fraser​@prairie.edu
Team Schedules
ACAC:
Cross Country races:
Edmonton – Sept 7
Lethbridge – Sept 21
Calgary – Sept 28
Camrose – Oct 12
Championship Calgary – Oct 25-26
Nationals Ontario – Nov 6-10
Indoor Track races:
Edmonton – Jan 25
Red Deer – Feb 15
Lethbridge – Mar 1
Championship Edmonton – Mar 15-16
PAC:
Badminton:
Burman University – Sept 27
Championship – SaskPoly Moose Jaw – Oct 11-13
Basketball:
Burman University – Oct 4-5
Millar College – Nov 1-2
Championship
Prairie College – Nov 21-23
Futsal:
Millar College – Nov 15-16
Prairie College – Nov 29-30
Championship – Burman University – Jan 23-25
Volleyball:
SaskPoly Saskatoon – Feb 7-8
Prairie College – Mar 7-8
Championship – Millar College – Mar 20-22
Intramurals Schedule
Beach Volleyball
Sept 7 and/or 12
Badminton
Sept 17, 23 & Oct 1
Basketbal
Sept 16, 18, 23, Oct 2, 3, 8, 9, 15, 16, 21
Futsal
Nov 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27, Dec 3, 4 10, 11
Volleyball
Jan 28, 29, Feb 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
Pickleball
March 25, April 1
Ultimate Frisbee or Dodgeball
Apr 8 or 15
CORE Fitness Centre
The CORE Fitness Centre is one of the most popular facilities on campus. Located in the Rick Down Athletics Centre (RDAC), the CORE Fitness Centre has an array of exercise equipment and spaces, to provide students, staff, faculty and the greater community with a fun and safe place to workout. No matter your ability, fitness level or experience, everybody is welcome.
Access to the Fitness Centre is included with a community or student membership:
The CORE
Gymnasium
This flexible indoor gymnasium facility will meet the needs of children, youth and adults in the community. Gymnasium amenities include 3 hardwood courts (basketball/volleyball), 1 main hardwood feature court (basketball/volleyball), and 5 badminton/pickleball courts. There are also 2 change rooms/team rooms and bleachers to hold up to 500 people, as well as an upper level spectator viewing area. Laundry and athletics first aid facilities can be made available.
The gymnasium space can be booked here.
The Gym
Edge Climbing Wall
Located in the Rick Down Athletics Centre (RDAC). Our rock climbing walls are designed for all levels. It encompasses a wide range of challenges. We offer supervised drop-in climbing times for all levels. Free belay orientations and registered classes help beginners get going!
All climbers must be over 13 years old. They must demonstrate proper use of harness and safe belaying before climbing. Children 4 -12 years must be belayed by an adult (18 years and up).
Access to the Climbing Wall can be registered here:
The Edge
Canada & United States Application
Fall 2026 (September start), Winter 2027 (January start)
and Online Education (start anytime) applications are open.
Canada and US Application
International Student Application
Prairie welcomes applications from individuals all around the world! To begin the International Student Application please click the link below.
International Student Application
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Master's Application
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Prairie’s Campaign for Greater Impact
We have launched our
Campaign for Greater Impact
to provide students with the very best learning opportunities and campus facilities for the decades ahead.
In Phase One of this Campaign, we plan to invest in much-needed campus renewal, including: upgraded Infrastructure, a new Student Residence, Cafeteria, Worship Auditorium, and expanded Aviation Training Centre. A modern campus requires an investment that is bold, and even expensive, but each Campaign Project is strategic, and designed to enhance Prairie’s campus and student life experience.
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Expansion of Prairie Aviation Training Centre
This expansion of PATC’s facility is a key project of Prairie’s Campaign for Greater Impact. It will increase the College’s capacity to train a new generation of Christian aviators to serve God in missions, and also address the growing need for trained pilots in the commercial aviation sector.
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Scholarships & Education Fund
Invest in the next generation of missional professionals. Each year Prairie College distributes over $500,000 in scholarships and bursaries to students. We are grateful for each gift that reduces the burden of students’ tuition and allows students to fulfill their God-given professions.
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Prison Bible Encounter Program
Encourage inmates in five institutions across Alberta to discover or reconnect with Jesus Christ. This fund assists the students studying the Certificate in Bible program with scholarships, resources for classes, and instruction.
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Prairie College is educating students to pursue a Biblical foundation for life and career.  Your contribution to this fund assists in minimizing the College’s general operating expenses.
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MORE INFORMATION
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Admissions Requirements
Academic Admissions Requirement:
A minimum average of 60% in five grade 12 courses.
A minimum of 60% in English 30-1 or 30-2.
For Homeschool students and applicants outside of Alberta please visit our
Steps to Apply page
Christian Life & Testimony:
Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. Applicants show evidence of meeting this requirement in the following application items:
Personal Testimony
Spiritual Reference
Declaration for Admission
English Language Proficiency:
Applicants whose first language is not English must show proof of English Proficiency. See International Admissions Procedures for more information.
Program Specific Requirements
In addition to our regular Admissions requirements, Digital Media applicants need to have a basic skillset and talent in the areas of photography & filmmaking. In order to assess this, we ask applicants to submit a digital portfolio. The digital portfolio should include 5-10 items that display the applicant’s skills in the areas we teach (photography, filmmaking).
Admissions Requirements
Academic Admissions Requirement:
A minimum average of 60% in five grade 12 courses.
A minimum of 60% in English 30-1 or 30-2.
For Homeschool students and applicants outside of Alberta please visit our
Steps to Apply page
Christian Life & Testimony:
Prairie College requires that students demonstrate a Christian life and testimony in order to effectively participate in our Christ-centered community. Applicants show evidence of meeting this requirement in the following application items:
Personal Testimony
Spiritual Reference
Declaration for Admission
English Language Proficiency:
Applicants whose first language is not English must show proof of English Proficiency. See International Admissions Procedures for more information.
Musicianship  Program Requirements
In addition to the regular Admissions requirements, students in our music program must have raw musical talent. In order to assess this, we ask applicants to submit one video demo featuring a cover of a song you like or a song that moves you (with PDF chord chart). We don’t require a complex multi-camera edited film – a simple and clear video shot with a smartphone works well. Make sure your camera device is stable (preferably on a tripod or still surface) and close enough for good, non-distorted audio and clear video. The audition demos can be uploaded to YouTube, Dropbox, or e-mailed to Admissions.