Bantam Leafs carry local West Kootenay colours in Smithers
By The Nelson Daily SportsIt’s a long drive, but the Nelson Leafs are not letting a few road miles come between them and a provincial championship as the Heritage City squad begins quest for the B.C. Hockey Tier III Bantam Rep Championship Sunday in Smithers.The Reps open against the ten-team tournament Sunday against the...
This one's a toss up when Cats meet Phantom Midget AAA semi final
By Bruce FuhrThe Nelson Daily SportsSixteen points separated the two teams in the final regular season standings, but the last time the two teams met nothing was decided in 120 minutes of play.Which is why it’s anyone’s guess as to which team will come out on top when the Kootenay Wildcats travel to Pitt Meadows to face the...
Castlegar faces Osoyoos in Game one of the KIJHL Final Saturday
By The Nelson Daily SportsThe Castlegar Rebels face an uphill battle when the Kootenay Conference Champs meet the best from the Okanagan in the Osoyoos Coyotes in game one of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League Final Saturday in the South Okanagan City.But the Rebels are ready for any challenge.Castlegar just...
Mallard's Team of the Week — Nelson Bantam Rep Leafs
The Nelson Leafs are in Smithers this coming week to represent the West Kootenay zone at the B.C. Hockey Tier III Bantam Rep Championships. Nelson edged out Castlegar in a thrilling three game series. Staff and management at Mallard’s Source For Sports would like to wish the Reps best of luck with Team of the Week honours. ...
Irish Blog — L.V. Rogers Bombers continue Ireland tour
The L.V. Rogers Bombers are currently traveling the roads of Ireland on Rugby tour.The team, which has been raising money to help offset the costs, left last week from Nelson and opened the tour with a 27-5 win over the Balgriggan Rugby Club.LVR Vice Principal Frank Marisco, who is with the team on the tour along with coach...
Hausleitner cleans up at Masters World Cup, wins four medals
By Bruce FuhrThe Nelson Daily SportsIt’s been a while since Doris Hausleitner strapped on the cris-cross skis competitively.Marriage and a couple of young children will do that to almost every athlete who once tasted glory during their teens.But last week at the Masters World Cup Cross Country Skiing 2011, held at Sovereign...
Irish Blog — Bombers test footing on new Aviva Stadium
The L.V. Rogers Bombers are currently traveling the roads of Ireland on Rugby tour.The team, which has been raising money to help offset the costs, left last week from Nelson.LVR Vice Principal Frank Marisco, who is with the team on the tour along with coach Michael Joyce, is going to blog the tour for The Nelson Daily.Monday,...
Rocks and Rings program Rocks a big one
It’s clear from the response of the participants the Capital One Rocks & Rings program rocks.The Capital One Rocks & Rings is an off-ice program that has been able to generate interest in the sport. The program focuses on children and families who would not otherwise receive the opportunity, with the ultimate goal...
Irish Blog — Bombers win opener on Ireland Rugby Tour
The L.V. Rogers Bombers are currently traveling the roads of Ireland on Rugby tour.The team, which has been raising money to help offset the costs, left last week from Nelson.LVR Vice Principal Frank Marisco, who is with the team on the tour, is going to blog the tour for The Nelson Daily.Here's his first contribution.Tries...
Manitoba back in the Brier winner's circle, edge Ontario in final
In the end, Ontario's Glen Howard couldn't win on home soil.Jeff Stoughton's steal of two in the sixth paved the way for Manitoba to capture the 2011 Tim Hortons Brier. Stoughton, Jonathan Mead, Reid Carruthers and Steve Gould defeated Howard 8-6 in the final Sunday night at the John Labatt Centre in London, Ont. It's the ...
