Category Archives: Sports
Complainant in Nikolaj Sorensen sexual assault case reveals identity
The woman who has alleged Canadian-Danish figure skater Nikolaj Sorensen sexually assaulted her has publicly identified herself, saying she hopes doing so will help create a safer environment in the s...
Apr 30, 2026
FIFA leader Infantino starts race for re-election in 2027 vote hosted by African ally Morocco
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) - The FIFA presidential vote in 2027 that is set to give Gianni Infantino a final four-year term in office will be hosted by Morocco - the soccer body's second straigh...
Apr 30, 2026
Jets defenceman Salomonsson undergoes surgery, will be sidelined five to six months
WINNIPEG - Winnipeg Jets defenceman Elias Salomonsson underwent shoulder surgery on Thursday and will be sidelined for five to six months, the NHL team said. The best-case scenario of Salomonsson's re...
Apr 30, 2026
The Whitecaps are a top team in the MLS. Why is Vancouver struggling to keep them?
VANCOUVER - They have a passionate fan base, well-attended matches and stellar on-field performances - yet the Vancouver Whitecaps' future in the city is in jeopardy. As an investor group files a form...
Apr 30, 2026
No question mark around McDavid, Oilers wary of Ducks late-game surges in Game 6
ANAHEIM - Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid didn't participate in the morning skate ahead of Thursday's must-win Game 6 for his team, but coach Kris Knoblauch said only centre Jason Dickinson was...
Apr 30, 2026
New multi-sports dome slated for U of L campus in 2027
The west side of Lethbridge will see a change to its landscape in 2027 with the planned addition of a $13.5 million multi-sport air-supported dome on the University of Lethbridge campus. While the exa...
Apr 30, 2026 University of Lethbridge executive director of Athletics and Recreation Services, Neil Langevin, announcing construction of a new $13.5 million air-supported multi-sports dome. (Image Credit: Dave Lueneberg)
Foot ailment forces Casse to scratch Silent Tactic from Kentucky Derby
Mark Casse has put his quest for a first-ever Kentucky Derby win on hold. Casse's hopes to earn that elusive victory at the 2026 Derby ended Wednesday when Silent Tactic was scratched due to a foot ai...
Apr 30, 2026
Canada into mixed doubles curling semifinals with wins over Czechia, Switzerland
GENEVA - Canada earned a direct spot into the world mixed doubles curling championship semifinals after finishing the preliminary round with a pair of wins on Thursday. Kadriana and Colton Lott follow...
Apr 30, 2026
Backup quarterback P.J. Walker tells Stampeders he's retiring from football
CALGARY - Quarterback P.J. Walker has informed the Calgary Stampeders he's retiring from football, the CFL club announced Thursday. Walker signed with Calgary in October 2024 and spent his time with t...
Apr 30, 2026
Curling Canada to look at timing of national championships in Olympic seasons
With a new quadrennial set to begin, one of many things on Curling Canada's to-do list is tackling a glaring inequality with its Olympic teams in 2026. Rachel Homan's team was unable to defend its Sco...
Apr 30, 2026