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Young players hold Penetang Kings steady through spirited season

'Penetang hasn’t won a playoff round in a few years. We are looking to change that this year,' says veteran player Carson Thayer

Dec 21, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

'Core is there': Midland Flyers 'gelled' and ready to tackle the pack

'We want to bring competitive hockey back to Midland," says Midland Flyers captain Matt Connolly

Nov 28, 2024 2:45 PM Read more >

St. Theresa's gridiron players passionate about 'greatest of all sports'

'I love football. It’s a physical game and it teaches you to have lots of determination,' says Thunder senior team member Carter Ross

Oct 30, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

Midland Youth Bowling helps strike friendships between the pins

'Youth get active with regular, moderate exercise and improve their coordination, balance and motor skills,' says Marlena Ladouceur, manager of Bayshore Lanes in Midland

Sep 28, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

'Always at top of their heats', Huronia Special Olympic team succeeds at qualifier

'Building self-esteem through sport training and competition is the life of a Special Olympics athlete,' says coach Leni Johnston

Sep 6, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

'A natural': Seven-year-old Midland Titan is a scoring machine

'He pretty much lives with his lacrosse stick in his hand. At home he sleeps with it beside his bed,' says mother of Wyatt Coughlin

Jul 29, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

Huronia Soccer Club's adult co-ed league looks to expand

“I really like this club. It’s very inviting for all levels. There is a mix of competitive and non-competitive, beginner and experienced alike," says a female player

Jun 19, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

Like the wind at your back? Young sailors wanted for Atlantic Challenge Canada

'I like the sailing because we go faster and it's relaxing when the wind is in my hair and I get to take in the scenery,' says local youth participant

May 30, 2024 2:46 PM Read more >

Midland teenager hoping to catch a U.S. baseball scholarship

'I have a passion for the sport. I've grown up playing it,' says Liam Cundy-Dupuis

Apr 30, 2024 2:43 PM Read more >

Local Special Olympians shine at nationals, bring home medals

'When her name was called to the podium, she came out strutting her stuff with a smile ear to ear and gleam of tears in her eyes,' says Donna Grisé about her granddaughter Belle who won a gold medal in 5-pin bowling

Mar 27, 2024 11:52 AM Read more >

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