Sports

Many high-level athletes struggle with 'unravelling of identity' in retirement

Kaetlyn Osmond has been like a boat adrift at sea. Four years after retiring from competition, the world figure skating champion says she's just now starting to find her feet as a former athlete. "Def...

Sep 16, 2022

Wynn's goal is always to be disruptive and get to the opposing quarterback

HAMILTON - The defensive formations and schemes in pro football are detailed and complicated but the ultimate goal for Dylan Wynn has never wavered. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats defensive tackle's main pri...

Sep 16, 2022

Fowler begins with new caddie, coach and early 67 in Napa

NAPA, Calif. (AP) - Rickie Fowler began his 15th professional season Thursday. From clubs to coach to caddie, just about everything is new for the five-time PGA Tour winner. Fowler, whose last victory...

Sep 15, 2022

MLB celebrates Roberto Clemente Day, ceremony at Citi Field

NEW YORK (AP) - For the big leaguers who saw him play, Roberto Clemente was a breathtaking talent and unmistakable force on the field who made a powerful impact on young ballplayers. His selfless huma...

Sep 15, 2022

Prince George Coach putting together all-female football team

.PRINCE GEORGE- With high school football starting up again many boys are looking forward to putting on their pads for the season. However, boys aren't the only ones excited as one coach and a group o...

Sep 15, 2022

Canadian NHL stars weight in on a summer of Hockey Canada scandals: 'It's sad'

HENDERSON, Nev. - Connor McDavid has answered the call to wear Canada's red Maple Leaf throughout his career. The same goes for Nathan MacKinnon. And like the rest of the country, the two stars watche...

Sep 15, 2022

Yandy Diaz's three-run homer sparks Rays in lopsided 11-0 win over Blue Jays

TORONTO - Yandy Diaz had a three-run homer in the second inning and the Tampa Bay Rays never looked back in a 11-0 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Thursday afternoon. Ren Pinto had an RBI single as ...

Sep 15, 2022

Retired swim star Tewksbury honoured to be part of delegation for queen's funeral

Three-time Olympic swimming medallist Mark Tewksbury says he is "very honoured" to be part of the Canadian delegation attending Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. Tewskbury, a member of the...

Sep 15, 2022

Former CFL head coach Dave Ritchie appreciative of Hall of Fame selection

HAMILTON - Dave Ritchie will forever be a part of CFL history. Ritchie was the head coach of the B.C. Lions when they defeated the Baltimore Stallions 26-23 in the '94 Grey Cup on Lui Passaglia's game...

Sep 15, 2022

Veteran quarterback Dane Evans set to return to Ticats lineup versus Blue Bombers

HAMILTON - Dane Evans is returning to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' lineup. Head coach Orlondo Steinauer said Thursday that Evans will dress Saturday when Hamilton (3-9) hosts the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (12...

Sep 15, 2022