The burden of carrying on a family legacy can be challenging. For the latest members of a renowned track and field dynasty in Swift Current, getting into the sport wasn’t a seamless journey. Jackson Tuplin, recalling his early days, admitted to initially favoring hockey and having a strong aversion to track. His siblings, Carter and Macey, also faced initial reluctance towards a sport deeply ingrained in their family’s history.
However, their attitudes towards track and field shifted during high school. Today, Jackson and Carter are part of the fourth generation of their family to compete in track and field at the University of Saskatchewan. The family’s involvement in the sport traces back to 1948 when their great-grandmother, Anne Mang, clinched the 100-meter provincial championship and excelled in long jump, javelin, and ball throw events.
Growing up, Cyndi Tasche, Anne Mang’s daughter, was inspired by her mother’s achievements and subsequently pursued a career in coaching. Her daughters, Mandi, Lindsay, and Hillary, followed suit and became integral members of the U of S Huskies track team, earning multiple national championship team rings.
Mandi Tasche-Tuplin, in particular, drew motivation from her grandmother’s success, aiming to replicate her provincial championship feat. Her dedication to the sport paid off, leading to multiple achievements and a significant impact on her family life. Mandi and her husband, Emery Tuplin, who also has a track background, met through their shared passion for the sport and both received the prestigious Huskies Track and Field Athlete of the Year award in 2001.
Emery’s contributions to the men’s team further solidified the family’s track legacy, with both men’s and women’s teams fostering lasting friendships that even resulted in several marriages. Mandi’s coaching career at Swift Current Comprehensive High School has been marked by remarkable success, with her teams securing seven consecutive provincial championships.
Their children, despite growing up in a track-oriented environment, were given the freedom to pursue their own interests. Jackson and Carter have excelled in track and field, with multiple provincial gold medals between them. Macey, while more focused on softball, also showcased her talent at the 2026 Royal Canadian Legion National Youth Track and Field Championships.
Looking ahead, Jackson and Carter aspire to give back to the sport by pursuing teaching careers. The family’s enduring track legacy is a testament to their hard work and dedication, spanning four generations. As Mandi Tasche-Tuplin reflects on her grandmother’s impact, she envisions a future where the next generation will continue the family’s track legacy for years to come.
