Dave Supleve was a longtime sportswriter and editor whose career helped shape the tone and standard of Winnipeg sports journalism.
 
Best known for his years at the Winnipeg Free Press, Supleve brought clarity, balance and consistency to a newsroom that covered everything from professional football to amateur curling. He began his career as a reporter and copy editor, gradually establishing himself as a reliable presence on the sports desk. His coverage of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers was a particular highlight, often travelling with the team to provide timely and insightful reporting. Whether working from the press box at Winnipeg Stadium or reporting from distant road games, Supleve had a gift for capturing the emotion and nuance of the Canadian Football League. His writing blended journalistic precision with a quiet appreciation for the athletes and coaches behind the headlines.
 
Beyond football, Supleve contributed to curling coverage in Manitoba and was a trusted figure among colleagues for his ability to craft clean copy under deadline pressure. His calm demeanor, sharp eye for detail and steady editorial hand made him an invaluable presence behind the scenes.
 
Supleve also played an important mentoring role, offering guidance to young writers and helping maintain the Free Press’s long-standing reputation for quality. He was known not for seeking the spotlight, but for his dedication to the craft of sports reporting and the teams he followed so closely.
 
Dave Supleve was inducted into the Manitoba Sportswriters and Sportscasters Association Media Roll of Honour in 2000.