Pursuit

These stories related to the world of local sports and the people involved in them are made possible through the continued support of Barrie Space Station Mini Storage as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Just for kicks: Men's soccer team wins championship, honoured with top awards

'The team spirit among all the guys was fantastic. They really stuck together as a team. It was a lot of fun to watch,' says Barrie Blazers coach

Nov 11, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

'Pretty blessed': Rugby player takes game to west coast, aiming for Olympic team

'I’ve always wanted to play the highest level of sport that I can … During COVID, I just had this realization I could go further with rugby,' says Barrie North grad Reece Thompson

Oct 28, 2024 7:30 PM Read more >

Hall of fame induction 'dream come true' for ice-dance couple

Mitch Islam and the late Alexandra Paul, who competed together at the Sochi Olympics in 2014, came up through Mariposa School of Skating

Oct 19, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Special Olympian swims her way into Barrie Sports Hall of Fame

'I usually say 'good game’ or high five with people. I like to make everyone feel good inside,' Emily MacTavish says of camaraderie in her sport

Sep 28, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Teen develops big-league dreams after pandemic paused hockey season

'I’ve been dreaming of going into Division 1 since starting this journey,' says Barrie resident Austin Boylan, who has committed to North Dakota State University

Sep 14, 2024 1:00 PM Read more >

Barrie woman to compete at world street luging competition

'It feels natural to be out there on it … because I had been at those speeds before,' says Morrah Jakubiec, who's heading to Italy in September for five-day event

Aug 23, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

'It’s given me everything': Football helped local athlete get two degrees

'Football has meant everything to me. It’s more than just something I do as a hobby… it’s given me everything. It’s allowed me to get one of the best educations in the world,' says Innisfil man

Aug 15, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

Barrie athlete eyes gold for upcoming Paralympic Games in Paris

'What I am most excited about for this experience is that it’s the first time my family will be able to watch me and attend the Paralympic Games,' says Renee Foessel

Aug 5, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

'Hooked': Local ice swimmer hoping to make big splash in Italy

'For me, it’s not about the cold water, it’s about swimming ... Little did I know I actually like cold-water swimming,' says Oro-Medonte resident Melanie Van Pypen

Jul 27, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

'Really excited': Barrie teen selected for Canada's U18 rugby camp

'I have met some of my best friends with this sport. Everyone has been so supportive,' says Madison Minnis, who heads to Kingston next month for development camp

Jul 23, 2024 7:30 AM Read more >

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