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RCMP say 12-year-old killed while biking to school in Pitt Meadows, B.C.
By The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
PITT MEADOWS, B.C. – Police in Metro Vancouver say a 12-year-old was hit and killed by a recycling truck while biking to school this week. The RCMP say they’re investigating the collision that occurred at an intersection in Pitt Meadows, B.C., around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. They say paramedics and Pitt Meadows firefighters tried to save ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada’s Hadwin, Pendrith thriving after strong showings at Shriners Children’s Open
By John Chidley-Hill, The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
Canadians Adam Hadwin and Taylor Pendrith both finished near the top of the leaderboard at the Shriners Children’s Open on Sunday and are resting this week as they consider what to do next. Hadwin finished second at TPC Summerlin on Sunday, one shot behind eventual winner Tom Kim of South Korea. Pendrith was in a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stanford receiver Farrell not surprised by Canadian Ayomanor’s stellar performance
By Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
Teammate Bryce Farrell wasn’t the least bit surprised by Canadian Elic Ayomanor’s breakout performance Friday night versus Colorado. Ayomanor had 13 catches for a school-record 294 yards and three TDs in rallying Stanford to a stunning 46-43 double overtime road win over the Buffaloes, who are coached by former NFL star Deion Sanders. The Cardinal ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Five Toronto Blue Jays named finalists for Gold Glove Awards
By The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
NEW YORK – Five members of the Toronto Blue Jays have been named finalists for American League Gold Glove Awards. Pitcher Jose Berrios, catcher Alejandro Kirk, third baseman Matt Chapman, left-fielder Daulton Varsho and centre-fielder Kevin Kiermaier were among the three finalists at each of their respective positions. Major League Baseball announced the finalists Wednesday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sinclair ready for Brazil friendlies but Canada coach not saying much beyond that
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
Christine Sinclair is ready to go for Canada’s two friendlies against Brazil later this month. But coach Bev Priestman isn’t saying anything more about the future of the world’s all-time leading scorer. “It’s obviously the question on everyone’s mind,” Priestman said Wednesday when asked about her 40-year-old captain’s future. “What I can confirm and what ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Exams, flights all part of training for international figure skating, competitor says
By Nick Wells, The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
Canadian figure skaters are preparing to take part in the 2023 Skate Canada International event. But first, some have university exams to write. Madeline Schizas is in her third year at McMaster University and has been training alongside her studies. “It’s not something that’s easy. I’m writing two midterms in the next week,” she said, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canada beats Slovenia, advances to quarterfinals at mixed curling worlds
By The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
ABERDEEN, United Kingdom – Canada improved to 7-0 and clinched a quarterfinal spot at the world mixed doubles curling championship with a 7-5 win over Slovenia on Wednesday. Skip Felix Asselin and his Montreal-area rink came back from a 5-4 deficit after five ends with a point in the sixth end and a steal of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Jacksonville Jaguars sign Canadian Rourke to their active roster
By The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Canadian Nathan Rourke has been elevated to the Jacksonville Jaguars active roster. The NFL team announced Wednesday it had signed the Victoria native from the practice squad to the active roster. The move comes after starter Trevor Lawrence suffered a left knee injury in the club’s 37-20 win over the Indianapolis Colts ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Stampeders looking to make CFL playoffs for an 18 straight season
By Dan Ralph, The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
It’s been a difficult year for the Calgary Stampeders but they’re still in control of reaching the CFL playoffs for an 18th straight season. Calgary (5-11) is currently fourth in the West Division, just two points behind Saskatchewan (6-11). The Stampeders visit the B.C. Lions (12-5) on Friday night while the Roughriders conclude their regular ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Canadian men to face Jamaica in CONCACAF Nations League play for Copa America berth
By Neil Davidson, The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
Canada will face Jamaica next month in the CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinals, with a berth in the 2024 Copa America going to the winner of the two-legged series. Canada, Mexico, the U.S. and Costa Rica were given byes to the final eight of the competition, based on the March 2023 CONCACAF rankings. Panama, Jamaica, Honduras ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Veteran James among nominees for Canadian Premier League Defender of the Year Award
By The Canadian Press on October 18th, 2023
Forge FC’s Manjrekar James, Cavalry FC’s Daan Klomp and Halifax Wanderers FC’s Daniel Nimick are the nominees for Canadian Premier League Defender of the Year Award. The winner, decided by a vote of CPL club technical leadership and select media, will be announced Oct. 26 in Hamilton in advance of the Oct. 28 CPL final. ... Read More »
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