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COLUMN: Barlow 'is going to play in the NHL for a long time'

COLUMN: Barlow 'is going to play in the NHL for a long time'

Dale DeGray, GM of Owen Sound Attack, says Barlow, who is expected to be picked in the first round tonight, is 'a typical, modern-day power forward'
Local athletes kick up success at Scarborough karate tournament

Local athletes kick up success at Scarborough karate tournament

Fourteen Orillia Academy of Karate students competed in event on weekend
'A boy with a dream': Colby Barlow's journey to the NHL draft

'A boy with a dream': Colby Barlow's journey to the NHL draft

Journey to NHL started for Colby Barlow when he was three, and countless people have helped him realize his dream of making it to the NHL
Ramara teen impresses on Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour

Ramara teen impresses on Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour

Spencer Shropshire, 15, edged out by Barrie golfer who forced playoff in juvenile boys division
Tennis anyone? Junior memberships, lessons available

Tennis anyone? Junior memberships, lessons available

Contact the Orillia club for info on all its summer programs for juniors
NHL Draft: Orillia's Colby Barlow will 'crawl over glass' to win

NHL Draft: Orillia's Colby Barlow will 'crawl over glass' to win

'This kid is going to be a top-10 pick in the world, and to watch him be humble and grateful ... he’s a special human being,' agent says of Colby Barlow
'Amazing': Boyd Balkwill Memorial Tournament returns to Orillia

'Amazing': Boyd Balkwill Memorial Tournament returns to Orillia

After a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the tournament drew more than 700 lacrosse players of various ages to local rinks, organizers say
Local swimmers feted at awards banquet

Local swimmers feted at awards banquet

Orillia Channel Cats Swim Club recognizes some of its best athletes
Little Lady Kings go big in high-scoring affairs

Little Lady Kings go big in high-scoring affairs

Recent action in Orillia saw one game end with score of 17-9
U19 Orillia Lady Kings roll to pair of lopsided victories

U19 Orillia Lady Kings roll to pair of lopsided victories

Girls' field lacrosse season is heating up for Orillia's rep teams