Local Sports

City council votes in favour of transferring stewardship of award following group's 'tremendous' job of renewing interest

'I'm very surprised with how popular the sport of volleyball is here. We are excited to keep it growing,' says local league's co-founder

'The whiteness of everything and a little snow cover can be really beautiful. You just have to dress comfortably,' says 73-year-old longtime Snowflake Series runner

'The hope is that this will spread. We hope everyone will see that it's important to volunteer, help, and give,' says Orillia Suns coach

Local team is 'showing signs of improvement and that it won’t be easily beaten even in the best high school junior league in the country'

Four local swimmers qualify for provincial-level competitions

'It's every kid's dream to play in the NHL, but there are a lot of different paths to that league,' says Orillia's Chas Sharpe, who is captain of Mississauga this season

'Everyone is really close. That's one of the reasons we are off to a good start. It really helps,' says rookie forward who has helped Terriers to 15-5-1 record

'It's a big community event where people are watching and cheering. It makes the kids feel great,' says teacher

'It’s so important to support and recognize these athletes who work hard ... who strive for excellence and exhibit pride in their community,' says Sport Council official