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Wyndham Clark seizes on changing nature of Shinnecock to lead US Open
SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. (AP) - Whatever dread Wyndham Clark felt when he saw the tee times and the forecast for the U.S. Open gave way to hope Thursday, and he still hadn't even arrived at Shinnecock Hills. Morning fog led to a two-hour delay, and Clark had ...
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Koné injury gives Canada extra motivation at FIFA World Cup: teammates
VANCOUVER - Jesse Marsch had heard the sickening crack before. The moment he saw Ismaël Koné crumple to the turf on Thursday night, Canada's head coach knew exactly what injury his midfielder had sustained. "It happened right in front of the bench. We...
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Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage of World Cup, beating South Korea 1-0
GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) - Mexico took advantage of a defensive blunder by South Korea to win 1-0 and become the first team to advance to the knockout stage of the World Cup on Thursday. It marks a major triumph for a team that failed to ...
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Camryn Rogers wins fifth straight women's hammer throw national title
OTTAWA - Camryn Rogers won her fifth straight national title with a victory in the women's hammer throw at the Canadian track and field championships on Thursday. The Richmond, B.C., native threw 76.17 metres to handily win the event. Jillian Weir (69....
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Viktor Neuchev nets OT winner as Wolves avoid sweep at hands of Marlies in Calder Cup
TORONTO - Viktor Neuchev scored the winner 3:18 into overtime as the Chicago Wolves stopped the Toronto Marlies from completing a sweep in the Calder Cup finals with a 4-3 victory on Thursday. Neuchev fired the puck in off a rebound to silence the crow...
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A look at the Canadian soccer team's greatest moments after historic World Cup win
After seven games without a victory, the Canadian men's soccer team has finally won a match at the World Cup. Jonathan David scored a hat trick as Canada thumped Qatar 6-0 at Vancouver's BC Place Stadium on Thursday, leaving no doubt in what many bille...
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Jonathan David's hat trick propels Canada to its first World Cup win, 6-0 over Qatar
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) - Jonathan David scored three goals and Canada won its first World Cup match while all but securing a spot in the knockout round with a 6-0 victory over Qatar on Thursday. Qatar was reduced to nine players...
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Canada routs Qatar 6-0 for historic first win at FIFA World Cup
VANCOUVER - Add another moment to Canadian sports history. Striker Jonathan David snapped a scoring drought by striking three goals to lead Canada to its first-ever FIFA World Cup victory with a 6-0 decision over Qatar Thursday before a boisterous sell...
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Brand Refresh? CBC mulling options for potential new 'Hockey Night in Canada' chapter
TORONTO - As the CBC mulls over how to fill a vacated Saturday night block now that NHL games won't return to its schedule this fall, another question remains at the forefront. How best to potentially incorporate the "Hockey Night in Canada" brand it r...
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Johan Manzambi scores two as Switzerland beats Bosnia-Herzegovina 4-1 at the World Cup
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) - Substitute Johan Manzambi scored his first World Cup goal on an outstanding volley in the 74th minute, and Switzerland erupted late for a 4-1 victory over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Thursday to take control of its group. Rubén Varga...
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After a misplayed foul pop, Valenzuela hits go-ahead double in Jays' win over Red Sox
BOSTON - Brandon Valenzuela hit a go-ahead RBI double off Aroldis Chapman with two outs in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays completed a three-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox with a 4-3 win Thursday. Valenzuela's tiebreaking hit clanked off t...
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Hamilton Tiger-Cats meet B.C. Lions in game with '25 outstanding player finalists
HAMILTON - Another week, another matchup against a top CFL quarterback for Bo Levi Mitchell. Mitchell leads the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (1-1) against B.C. (0-1) on Friday night. Last year, Lions starter Nathan Rourke got the nod ahead of Mitchell for the C...
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PWHL's Charge staying in Ottawa after reaching deal to play in NHL Senators' arena, AP sources say
The Charge are staying in Ottawa, with the PWHL reaching an agreement to play in the NHL Senators' home next season, two people with knowledge of discussions told The Associated Press. The people spoke to the AP this week on the condition of anonymity ...
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South Africa keeps its World Cup hopes alive with a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic
ATLANTA (AP) - Teboho Mokoena started the game with tears in his eyes and finished it with a smile on his face after converting a second-half penalty in South Africa's 1-1 draw with the Czech Republic on Thursday at the World Cup. Thapelo Maseko's long...
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MAKING HISTORY
Poitras Relay becomes second team to ever win multiple Muckleshoot Gold Cups
The Muckleshoot Gold Cup, the premiere Indian Relay event was held this past weekend at Emerald Downs in Auburn, WA. Saultaux First Nation's Poitras Racing took home the win for the second time in team history, with rider Joe "Jumpin Joe" Jackson on the track. The event featured heats on June 12-14. Poitras R...
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NHL clears Edmonton Oilers to hire Mike Babcock as head coach after investigation
NEW YORK - The Edmonton Oilers have been given clearance by the NHL to hire Mike Babcock as head coach after the league concluded an investigation into his conduct while with Columbus in 2023. The NHL Players' Association requested the investigation af...
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Montreal Alouettes sign 2022 top special teams player Mario Alford
MONTREAL - The Montreal Alouettes announced Tuesday that they have signed receiver/returner Mario Alford for a second stint with the club. Alford previously played with the Alouettes for parts of three seasons from 2019-22. He was traded to the Saskatc...
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Federal and B.C. governments to pay $200M for Tumbler Ridge school and health centre
VANCOUVER - Prime Minister Mark Carney says the federal and B.C. governments are pledging $100 million each to build a new high school in Tumbler Ridge and modernize the community's health care centre. B.C. Premier David Eby promised last month that s...
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Blue Bombers adding legendary coach Cal Murphy to club's Ring of Honour
WINNIPEG - The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will add former coach and general manager Cal Murphy to the club's Ring of Honour on July 30. Murphy, who died in 2012, helped guide Winnipeg to three Grey Cup championships during his tenure with the club from 1983...
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The Latest from the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Canada
Here are the latest developments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. All times Eastern: 10:56 p.m. Luis Romo scored in the 50th minute to lead Mexico to a 1-0 win over South Korea. The victory allowed Mexico to win Group A and become the first team to advanc...
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Ivory Coast says striker Elye Wahi will be allowed into Canada for the team's next World Cup match
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, under investigation for alleged betting-related offenses, has received authorization to enter Canada for his nation's World Cup match against Germany, the Ivorian soccer federation said Thursday. The federat...
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GOING FOR GOLD
North Battleford volleyball player prepares for third Canada Cup with Team Sask
For the third year in a row, North Battleford native and John Paul II Collegiate student Jadyn Bugg will hit the court with Team Saskatchewan at the Volleyball Canada Cup with the U17 team. "It means a lot," explained Bugg. "Every single time, the experience is unmatched. Compared to clubs, the Canada Cu...
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Davies cleared to play, Canada chases first World Cup win in Vancouver versus Qatar
VANCOUVER - Canadian men's soccer team captain Alphonso Davies has the green light to play in today's World Cup match against Qatar in Vancouver. How Davies will be deployed in the match remains to be seen, as the star hasn't played since May, when he ...
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World Cup fans in Vancouver painting the town red after Canada gorges on goals
VANCOUVER - First came the feast, as Canada's World Cup team gorged on goals against Qatar in BC Place Stadium. Then came the party. Fans at the arena in Vancouver and at watch parties across the country erupted after Thursday's historic 6-0 win, the f...
Jun 18, 2026
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Luis Díaz sparks Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup opener
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Colombia arrived at the World Cup with dreams of redemption after missing out on Qatar in 2022. Although it was tense at times, the Cafeteros got off to a strong start. Luis Díaz had a goal and an assist in his debut on soccer's bigg...
Jun 18, 2026
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'It didn't help': World Cup participants talk hydration breaks
TORONTO - Glenn Nyberg put the referee's whistle to his lips and halted play. Ghana and Panama were going toe-to-toe in a rambunctious opening game to kick off the countries' World Cup adventure. Around the 22-minute mark - as has been the case midway ...
Jun 18, 2026
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After placing scheduled starter Scherzer on injured list, Blue Jays beat Red Sox 3-0
BOSTON (AP) - Andrés Giménez had two hits, an RBI and three steals, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. drove in two runs and Toronto beat the Boston Red Sox 3-0 on Wednesday night after the Blue Jays placed scheduled starter Max Scherzer on the injured list. Braydo...
Jun 18, 2026
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Black Starry Night: Ghana scores in injury time for 1-0 win over Panama at World Cup
TORONTO - A plodding, choppy affair between Ghana and Panama at the FIFA World Cup on Wednesday was salvaged with some late-game drama at a wet Toronto Stadium. Caleb Yirenkyi scored in the 95th minute to give Ghana an upset 1-0 victory in the group-p...
Jun 18, 2026
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