Barrie local sports

'Always at top of their heats': Special Olympic team succeeds at qualifier

'Building self-esteem through sport training and competition is the life of a Special Olympics athlete,' says coach Leni Johnston

Sep 7, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

COLUMN: Baycats seeking redemption after last season's upset

'I think we are the team to beat,' manager says as team set to host Guelph for Game 1 on Sunday

Sep 7, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Allan Lankin Cup closes out summer at Sunset Speedway

Night of Champions slated for Sept. 14; with kids back in school, races at Innisfil track return to 3 p.m. start time for final night of regular season

Sep 6, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

Guelph knocks off defending IBL champs to face Baycats in final

Championship series begins Sunday night at Vintage Throne Stadium

Sep 6, 2024 8:33 AM Read more >

Barrie Wrestling prepares for TV closeup this weekend on Rogers

Three championship belts will be on the line Saturday during Back 2 School 10 event

Sep 4, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Organizers say inaugural Barrie cricket league off to smashing start

Super League Barrie season began Aug. 31 and runs until Sept. 15, with games played at Cheltenham Park

Sep 4, 2024 4:15 PM Read more >

'Dynamic' wheelchair basketball program returning to Orillia

'Beyond the technical aspects of the game, wheelchair basketball promotes teamwork, strategy, and precision,' says program instructor

Sep 3, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Former Wasaga Beach resident nets bronze at Paris Paralympics

Now living in Winnipeg, Leanne Taylor placed third in para-triathlon; 'it was a tough journey in a sport like para-triathlon,' she says

Sep 3, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Local teen cycles to pair of titles at world championships

Isabella Holmgren struck gold in short-track and cross-country event in Andorra; Ava Holmgren also brought home a bronze medal after 'fabulous' week of racing

Sep 3, 2024 2:00 PM Read more >