Selwyn Hughes

Hall of Fame

Selwyn Hughes became a main contributor to the Territorial Experimental Ski Training (TEST) Program when he arrived in the Yukon in 1969.

He had a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of youth who were participating in the TEST Program. Being as dedicated as he was, he worked tirelessly through holidays and breaks, ensuring teenagers stayed engaged and worked for their best in the respected and challenging program. Selwyn sought opportunity for them and introduced young athletes to cross-country skiing, running, trail hiking and canoe trips. He also chaperoned and coached the annual four-week TEST trip to France; he took a group of TEST youth to Wales for a three week hiking trip in the summer of 1995.

He was instrumental in developing the goals of the TEST program and establishing the reputation the program now enjoys across Canada. Through his dedication and selfless work, Selwyn has demonstrated to young athletes what commitment and responsibility really mean.