From a very young age, Joel Mihilewicz distinguished himself as an exceptional athlete in the sport of racquetball.

Joel was a proud member of the Prince Albert Racquetball Association Junior team from 1990 to 2000 and represented the Saskatchewan Racquetball Association Junior team from 1991 to 2000. His commitment and competitive spirit led him to win numerous local and provincial tournaments. Joel’s provincial titles include championships in Boys 8 and under double bounce in 1990, Boys 10 and under in 1991 and 1992, Boys 12 and under in 1993 and 1994, Boys 14 and under in 1995, Boys 16 and under in 1997 and 1998, and Boys 18 and under in 1999 and 2000. He was also the provincial runner-up in Boys 14 and under in 1996.

On the national stage, Joel competed at junior nationals from 1992 to 1999, securing the title of national champion with gold medals in Boys 10 and under in 1992 and 1993, and Boys 12 and under in 1994 and 1995. He placed fourth in Boys 14 and under in 1996 and earned a silver medal in Boys 18 and under doubles in 1999.

Internationally, Joel represented Canada at the world junior championships in 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, and again in 1999. Among his remarkable achievements, Joel captured a bronze medal in Boys 10 and under doubles at the 1993 world junior championships.

Joel continued to give back to the sport once he finished his competitive career. He coached junior racquetball and was also a member of the Saskatchewan Racquetball Association board.