The Vegas Golden Knights scored three unanswered goals in the third period en route to a 5-2 victory over the visiting Florida Panthers in the opening game of the Stanley Cup final. Shea Theodore had a goal and assist in the effort. Jonathan Marchessault , Mark Stone, Zach Whitehead and Reilly Smith also scored for […]
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Sports Roundup – June 3
LOCAL SPORTS In the AGR Fastpitch League, the Pomquet Acadians edged out the Flyers 9-8 in St. Andrews. Jaiden Doiron was the winning pitcher for Pomquet while Blair vanOirshcot & Logan MacDonald each had 2 singles and 3 RBI’s. Grant MacDonald hit a 2-run homer for the Flyers, and Dave MacPherson had 3 RBI’s. Weather […]
Antigonish native Siona Chisholm qualifies for NCAA Final in 5,000 Metres
At the NCAA Division 1 Track and Field Eastern Regionals Championship in Jacksonville, Florida Antigonish native Siona Chisholm, running for Notre Dame University, finished fourth in the women’s 5,000 metres. She posted a time of 15:37, a new Nova Scotia record, and ranks 4th all-time at Notre Dame. There were 48 competitors in the race. […]
Two Antigonish Residents receive Hockey Nova Scotia Life Membership Awards
Four individuals, including two from Antigonish have received Hockey Nova Scotia’s highest honour, the Life Membership Award. One of the local recipients is Heather Murphy, who coached Antigonish female hockey, was the Fundy-Highland Regional Director, Female Council; and North Conference Coordinator, Female Council. Most recently Murphy was the Hockey Nova Scotia’s Vice President of Finance […]
Sports Roundup – May 28
LOCAL SPORTS Ryan Messer got his first career win on the East Coast International Pro Stock Tour at Speedway 660 after a late race charge to get by reigning Series Champ Craig Slaunwhite on lap 134. After an incident in the final practice of the day, Jarrett Butcher rebounded for a third place finish. Ashton […]
Sports Roundup – May 27
The visiting Toronto Blue Jays did all their scoring in the third inning en route to a much-needed 3-1 win over the Minnesota Twins. Kevin Kiermaier and Bo Bichette homered in a three-run third, pitcher Kevin Gausman won for the first time in more than a month and the Jays won for the just second […]
John Stevens Returns to St. FX as an Assistant Coach, Assisting the Offensive Line
STFX X-Men Football head coach Gary Waterman announced John Stevens is returning to the coaching staff this fall, assisting with the offensive line. Coach Stevens returns to the STFX University campus after a 20 year hiatus, entering into his 36th year of coaching with extensive experience in U SPORTS football. He has served as Head Coach, […]
Antigonish Junior B Bulldogs Awards Announced
The Antigonish Junior B Bulldogs, winners of the Atlantic Junior B title at the recent Don Johnson Memorial Cup, have announced winners of their year-end awards. Darren Waterman received the Coaches award, while Zach Lorette received the rookie of the year honour. Sam Grant was named the playoff MVP, and Coady MacEachern was named the regular season […]
Sports Roundup – May 21
LOCAL SPORTS The Nova Scotia Regional Acadian Games continue in the town and county. This morning, play concludes in mixed mini handball, women’s soccer & mixed Ultimate Frisbee at Dr. J.H. Gillis High School, men’s soccer & women’s volleyball at St. Andrews, and Men’s volleyball at Antigonish Education Centre. Closing ceremonies are set for the […]
Sports Roundup – May 20
LOCAL SPORTS The Nova Scotia Regional Acadian Games are in the town and county this weekend. Action continues with mixed mini handball and women’s soccer at Dr. J.H. Gillis High School & men’s soccer and women’s volleyball at St. Andrews Junior School, all starting at 8am. Mixed Ultimate Frisbee begins at 9 at Dr. J.H. […]
