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These stories related to the world of local sports and the people involved in them are made possible through the continued support of
K. Knight Contracting
as part of our
Community Leaders Program
.
Teacher's passion for football makes OSS program a hit
(3 photos)
Coach likes to 'goof around with the guys but he also knows when to get serious and get down to teaching,' student says of longtime OSS football coach
Sep 24, 2019 12:30 PM
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Flag football has been a long-time Sunday ritual for many in Orillia
'It’s about spending time with the guys and having a laugh,' says Dave Luffman, who has played in the league since it debuted 35 years ago
Sep 17, 2019 1:45 PM
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Dallyn Telford goes in pursuit of his dream: A championship season
Terriers coach said it would be a dream to win a title in his hometown; 'It’s been a pretty big goal in my life to coach junior in my hometown'
Sep 10, 2019 12:30 PM
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Twin Lakes student finds her stride on the rugby field
Ryan Dunn wasn't interested in playing at first but has developed a love for the sport; She helped lead her team to a provincial championship this summer
Sep 3, 2019 12:30 PM
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Local umpire strikes balance based on 'two-way street' of respect
Pam Mogridge has been an umpire in Orillia for 18 years; 'I don’t think I intimidate anyone and I’m approachable, so I think I make it easy for the players'
Aug 27, 2019 8:00 AM
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Weekly racing series makes Hardwood 'best place on earth'
'It’s just a wonderful way to spend a Wednesday night with a bunch of like-minded people who like to go have fun on their bikes,' says avid rider
Aug 20, 2019 12:15 PM
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Is the sun about to set on this vital baseball diamond at Tudhope Park?
One of city's best-used diamonds is slated to be removed, but officials say it won't be until new diamonds are in place; It's not likely to happen until 'very very distant future'
Aug 13, 2019 12:15 PM
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Local unsung hero just can't stay out of the penalty box
Josh Lahay has been a timekeeper for multiple local sports/leagues for two decades; 'I love being in the atmosphere of sports,' he says
Aug 6, 2019 11:30 AM
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Orillia women enjoy a league of their own on their own terms
'We have lots of laughs and it's so much fun,' says program participant who drives her school bus to the rink to take advantage of noon-hour ice time
Jul 30, 2019 12:30 PM
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Passion for sports fuels 'selfless' Orillia volunteer Mike Borrelli
In the first article in our new weekly Pursuit feature, we turn the spotlight on Mike Borrelli, a legendary force in local slo-pitch and minor hockey circles
Jul 23, 2019 12:00 PM
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