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Canada beats Germany in wheelchair rugby to keep medal hopes alive

Thanks to another game-high performance by Zak Madell, the Canada wheelchair rugby team beat Germany 54-47 in their second game of the 2024 Paralympics to keep their podium hopes alive, and all but dashing German chances. Madell scored 28 tries, while Marco Herbst and Josco...

East-end Ramadan cricket a fusion of faith, friendship and fun after dark

After a long Sunday of fasting and three hours of night prayer, a group of young men are gathered in a parking lot shouting, "Catch, catch, great catch, shabash boy!" 
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Goalies shine in U18 East York Hockey semi-final

The U18 East York Hockey semi-final comes to a close with a pair of...

Canadian leaving his mark on the courts in Florida

South of the border a nationally ranked Canadian is lighting up the NCAA Division I tennis courts. Toronto native Alvin Tudorica, a University of South Florida senior, is ranked 45th by the NCAA. He was runner-up at the 2023 ITA Regional Fall Championships in October, qualifying for nationals, and made it to the quarterfinals.

Colts gain confidence after OUA loss to Varsity Blues

The Centennial Colts men’s basketball team made history as they took on the University...

Windsor’s Torchia closes door on Varsity’s perfect start

After beating the Western Mustangs 4-1 on Friday night, the University of Toronto Varsity...

Traversing cultures: Sports bridging Hong Kong and Toronto

One thing that remains constant across almost every culture is the love for sport. That is what a group of baseball and softball enthusiasts from Hong Kong discovered upon immigrating to Toronto.

Oates makes it short, sweet and perfect

Liam Oates pitched a shortened perfect game and led the Centennial Colts to a...

WR Nield keeping team-first approach as Argos chase history

The Toronto Argonauts have used a team-first approach en route to a stellar season. It's the same mentality taken by receiver Tommy Nield.

Argos’ best start in nearly 30 years has team loving the process

Ask just about anyone on the Toronto Argonauts what they attribute their record-tying success to and they'll probably give you the same answer – trusting their preparation.

Bowen shines in Arrows’ home opener despite the loss

D'Shawn Bowen's first start in Major League Rugby meant more than just playing in...

East York baseball facility gives youth athletes long-awaited opportunities

An indoor developmental centre in East York is changing the landscape of Canadian baseball.

Greektown Wrestling brings a unique element to the Canadian indie scene

Toronto's decorated tradition of professional wrestling will continue on Saturday when Greektown Wrestling returns for its first show of 2023 on March 18 — in the church basement where it all started.

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Canada falls to Germany, misses wheelchair basketball bronze

The Canadian men's wheelchair basketball team were unable to secure a medal at the...

Canadian Para canoeist Hennessy wins silver in 200m

Brianna Hennessy has claimed her first Paralympic medal in Paris, earning silver in the...

Canada’s bronze is first-ever medal in sitting volleyball

Canada defeated rival Brazil in straight sets (25-15, 25-18, 25-18) to win its first ever Paralympic medal in sitting volleyball Saturday morning at North Paris Arena.  

Wheelchair racer Smeenk captures Canada’s 5th Para Athletics gold medal

Austin Smeenk (Oakville, Ont.) dominated the men’s (T34) 800m event, racing to victory at...