Local Sports

'You get to hang out with family and friends. It’s one of my very favourites,' said Orillia's Gavin Burnett, 11, who has been a snowcross racer for six years

' I really enjoy working with these players, to help try and teach them how to be good professionals,' says assistant coach of the Canadian Para Hockey team

Rama, Orillia, Ramara and Severn fire departments face off in inaugural Ishkode Cup; 'There are some big bragging rights on the line,' says organizer

Club created mobile program and offered it to girls phys-ed classes at all three Orillia high schools, introducing sport to more than 500 students

'More kids than ever before have been left out of participating because costs are increasing,' said official, noting KidSport will provide up to $300 per player for fees

Brandt Clarke set new single-game, career-high for points with six in Barrie's 10-2 win over defending OHL champs

'It suffers from not having the most modern elements, but is still a very good building that does require some further investment,' says consultant

Local team made it to county finals, lost only two games this season

'I played my whole junior career here and met a bunch of good guys who will be friends for life, so it’s tough for sure,' said emotional Josh Brown after the defeat

'We are thrilled to bring the Memorial Cup to the state of Michigan for the first time in the event’s history,' said official of event to be hosted by Saginaw Spirit