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These inspiring stories related to the world of local sports and the people involved in them are made possible as part of our
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Slo-pitch tournament honours 'loved and respected' Steve Makins
Well-known slo-pitch player who died in 2020 'was very encouraging, helpful and positive all around'
Jul 29, 2023 2:30 PM
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'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
Jun 27, 2023 2:30 PM
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Orillia teen quickly rowing up the ranks in her 'new' pursuit
'I'm still relatively new at this, so I'm just very grateful for all the opportunities and experiences I've had,' said Twin Lakes student who shone at provincial event
May 24, 2023 7:30 AM
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Orillia's Colby Barlow hopes to help Team Canada win world title
'It’s always a huge honour to play for your country. To be named a captain ... makes it even more special,' says forward ranked 12th in North America ahead of NHL draft
Apr 20, 2023 7:00 PM
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Orillia's kickboxing 'Tiger Girl' crowned as Canadian champion
'I’ve put everything in my life on hold to train and see how far I can go,' says McKenna Van Allen
Apr 7, 2023 7:00 PM
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'It's crazy': Local teen makes history on national freestyle team
'I’ve always dreamed of competing for my home country,' says Charlie Beatty, 15, of Oro-Medonte who is youngest ever athlete to make Canadian National Freestyle team
Mar 1, 2023 2:30 PM
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Local group polar plunging in Lake Couchiching twice a week
'It’s really nice to have this endorphin boost,' says organizer of Couchiching Community Cold Dippers
Jan 27, 2023 2:30 PM
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'Amazing feeling': OSS student taking baseball career south
'I love the grit and grind of the game. I love that all the hard work you put into the game gets you great results,' says second baseman
Dec 23, 2022 7:00 PM
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Orillia powerlifter overcomes injury, shatters multiple records
Marie Wagner 'absolutely fell in love' with the sport rather late in life and now is heading to Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships in New Zealand
Nov 24, 2022 7:00 PM
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OSS QB hones craft, hopes to 'Cruise' into a university career
'It’s nice to finally have the opportunity to get on that field,' says 17-year-old who will lead Nighthawks into playoff action Wednesday
Oct 25, 2022 7:00 PM
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