Pursuit

These inspiring stories related to the world of local sports and the people involved in them are made possible through the continued support of Mortgage Man - Dominion Lending Centres Mark Goode as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Local hockey star scoring tens of millions of views on TikTok

'I’m so grateful that I get to share my passion with the world and introduce the sport to some who have never seen it,' says Zac Bell

Sep 25, 2022 7:00 PM Read more >

Local powerlifter soars to silver on international stage

'Obviously, my hard work is paying off,' says local paramedic after impressive showing at her first international competition

Aug 24, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

Captain Clutch leaves his mark on pitch, court at Patrick Fogarty

Kallum Holdsworth scored three straight game winners to help his team make history; 'I knew I had to rise up and be the guy to lead our team,' says striker

Jul 7, 2020 7:30 PM Read more >

Orillia golfer takes his game to next level on NCAA circuit

'I’ve really enjoyed the challenge of trying to take my game to the next level,' says Joe MacNeil who has shone at Missouri school

Jun 30, 2020 7:30 PM Read more >

Patrick Fogarty grad covering his bases while chasing his diamond dreams

Yojairo Juan's introduction to organized baseball was with the Orillia Royals; he is now eyeing college-level opportunities

Jun 23, 2020 7:15 PM Read more >

Local football star turns to coaching to help next generation

Nick Vennard is working with OSS players year-round; 'I feel like it’s my duty to give back,' said respected former football player

Jun 16, 2020 7:15 PM Read more >

Mixed martial arts student becomes teacher at Black Lotus

'Martial arts will always be my passion, but I don’t need to fight and compete to fuel that passion,' says Riley Sova who has transitioned from combatant to trainer

Jun 9, 2020 7:00 PM Read more >

From scrawny to brawny: Local man one of area's top bodybuilders

PF grad Cameron Lenssen has reinvented himself; 'What I’ve learned in regards to discipline, passion and hard work ethic, it’s changed my life completely'

Jun 2, 2020 7:15 PM Read more >

Wins and titles are built by hard work, says passionate local coach

Wes WInkel has rebuilt minor baseball program and won several titles as a coach; Source of pride comes in helping them 'to succeed in other areas of life'

May 26, 2020 7:00 PM Read more >

Nic Langman wants his academy to give local kids a fighting chance

'Karate changed my life so much, and before I got into it, I was not in a good place,' said Langman, who has built Black Lotus to help others find their way

May 19, 2020 12:30 PM Read more >

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