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Hard-working Mariposa Gymnastics athletes shine at Gymfinity

Hard-working Mariposa Gymnastics athletes shine at Gymfinity

Several local Level 6 and Level 7 gymnasts brought home medals from qualifying competition in Midland
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75th Blackball Classic off to a fast start in local gyms

75th Blackball Classic off to a fast start in local gyms

28 teams from all over Ontario are in Orillia this weekend to chase the coveted Blackball trophy
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Iconic Blackball Tournament marks 75th anniversary this weekend

Iconic Blackball Tournament marks 75th anniversary this weekend

Orillia event is the longest, continuously-running basketball tournament in Canada; 'The tournament owes its success to the hard work of volunteers'
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Novice Lakers show character, determination at weekend tourney

Novice Lakers show character, determination at weekend tourney

Against tough opposition, the Lakers won one of four contests; 'They've all come a long way in a short time and that's a huge credit to them and their coaches'
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Junior women Lakers earn split at season-opening mini-tournament

Junior women Lakers earn split at season-opening mini-tournament

Lakers rolled to victory over South Muskoka Breakers, but rally fell just short against hometown Huntsville Hurricanes
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From house league to the World Cup? That's the 'official' goal!

From house league to the World Cup? That's the 'official' goal!

Orillia's Brad Doubrough is hoping to officiate the beautiful game at the highest level; 'The World Cup is definitely a goal,' says Orillia native
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Channel Cats overcome adversity, shine at meet in Markham

Channel Cats overcome adversity, shine at meet in Markham

Swim club has been unable to use home pool since Nov. 17 but continue to train hard and enjoy success at competitions
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November's skater of the month is 'a joy to teach'

November's skater of the month is 'a joy to teach'

11-year-old Marnie Martell also enjoys math, art and running; Ben Anderson also recognized for his efforts
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Local rugby star racing toward her ultimate Olympic goal

Local rugby star racing toward her ultimate Olympic goal

Oro-Medonte's Eden Kilgour has caught the attention of Rugby Canada; 'My goal is to compete in the Summer Olympics in rugby,' says talented teen
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Local skaters bring home medals from recent competition

Local skaters bring home medals from recent competition

Daniel Patriquin and Olivia Neal each finished second
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