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Three-man Howard team secures Brier berth, now it's decision time ahead of nationals

Three-man Howard team secures Brier berth, now it's decision time ahead of nationals

After securing a provincial title with a three-man lineup, the members of Team Glenn Howard will be Regina-bound in about a month to play in the Montana's Brier.
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Tennis Canada reports growth in youth participation in new survey

Tennis Canada reports growth in youth participation in new survey

TORONTO — Tennis Canada's mission to get a racket into the hands of more recreational players is working. A new study commissioned by Tennis Canada and released on Monday shows that the sport has nearly reached pre-pandemic levels of participation.
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Benedet dealing with disappointment of UBC's Vanier Cup loss, eyeing pro future

Benedet dealing with disappointment of UBC's Vanier Cup loss, eyeing pro future

Time has done little to erase Theo Benedet's disappointment. On Nov. 25, the towering University of British Columbia tackle capped a decorated college football career playing in the Vanier Cup.
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Source: Saskatchewan Roughriders re-sign veteran Lanier to contract extension

Source: Saskatchewan Roughriders re-sign veteran Lanier to contract extension

REGINA — Anthony Lanier II will be returning for a fourth season with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. According to a league source, the six-foot-six, 285-pound defensive lineman signed a one-year contract extension with the CFL club Monday.
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PWHL stars Poulin, Shelton headline Canada's Rivalry Series roster

PWHL stars Poulin, Shelton headline Canada's Rivalry Series roster

CALGARY — Team captain Marie-Philip Poulin and defender Ella Shelton are among the players looking to build on strong seasons in the Professional Women's Hockey League when the Rivalry Series between Canada and the United States resumes next month.
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CPL champion Forge FC re-signs key veteran Alexander Achinioti-Jönsson

CPL champion Forge FC re-signs key veteran Alexander Achinioti-Jönsson

HAMILTON — Forge FC has re-signed key veteran Alexander Achinioti-Jönsson. The 27-year-old Swede has been ever-present for the Hamilton-based side, making a club-leading 147 appearances over five seasons from 2019 to 2023.
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Andre Bolduc, Ryan Williams join Calgary Stampeders coaching staff

Andre Bolduc, Ryan Williams join Calgary Stampeders coaching staff

CALGARY — Dave Dickenson will have two newcomers to his Calgary Stampeders coaching staff this season.
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Nikita Kucherov, Connor McDavid, Matthew Tkachuk named NHL's 3 stars of the week

Nikita Kucherov, Connor McDavid, Matthew Tkachuk named NHL's 3 stars of the week

NEW YORK — Tampa Bay right-wing Nikita Kucherov, Edmonton centre Connor McDavid and Florida left-wing Matthew Tkachuk have been named the NHL's three stars of the week.
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Maple Leafs score three times in third period to ground Jets 4-2

Maple Leafs score three times in third period to ground Jets 4-2

WINNIPEG — Auston Matthews credited hard work and consistency for scoring his NHL-leading 40th goal of the season and reaching a special milestone in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on Saturday.
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NHL roundup: Schenn scores in OT, Blues beat Kings 4-3 for fifth straight win

NHL roundup: Schenn scores in OT, Blues beat Kings 4-3 for fifth straight win

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Brayden Schenn scored 1:04 into overtime to help the St. Louis Blues beat the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 on Sunday for their season-best fifth consecutive win. Jordan Kyrou had one goal and two assists for St.
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