It's no question that women's sports are growing at an unprecedented rate compared to just a few years ago, especially in Canada. In 2023 alone, the PWHL and the Northern Super League (NSL)—formerly known as Project 8—announced plans to begin play in our country in...
Breaking barriers: The crucial role of women’s sports in Canada
2024 has been a year to remember for women's sports. From the creation of the PWHL (Professional Women's Hockey League) to the WNBA's increase in viewership, we are, without question, witnessing the beginning of a golden age for women's sports, especially in...
75 years of community ownership could end; Edmonton Elks plan to sell privately
Edmonton football has been a part of the CFL since 1949, and throughout that time, the green and gold have built a long-lasting legacy, winning 14 Grey Cups, the second most in league history. To celebrate 75 years of existence, the Double E has many amazing things...
The 2024 NHL Playoffs: Is this McDavid’s year?
From the highest highs to the lowest lows, the Edmonton Oilers have completed yet another historic season. Connor McDavid and crew started the year with a 5-12-1 record through the first 18 games. The team continuned to struggle early in the season, so the...
Better or worse: The NHL Trade Deadline
Every year around the NHL Trade Deadline teams choose to either sell their players to build for the future or trade their future for players to help them win now. The Edmonton Oilers are one of those teams in ‘win now’ mode. Because of this, General Manager Ken...
What’s up with all the live concerts at sporting events?
It seems like every all-star game or special game in sports seems to have some level of live entertainment these days. Sure, live concerts at sporting events are a great way to fill the space in breaks between action; the Super Bowl is a great example. It is one...
Steroids are a double-edged sword with a sharp handle
The good, the bad and the ugly of athletic drug use.
A league of their own: PWHL marks a new start for women’s hockey
In January of 2024, the fate of women’s hockey changed forever.
Finding the right formula: Formula One’s marketing success
Speed kills. In this case, it has been killing it through Formula One’s recent inroads in the world of motorsports. When I was younger, my family and I gathered around the television and were engrossed with the extreme maneuvering skills displayed by former...
Stardom or doom: Reflecting on what it takes to become a professional athlete
From kickabouts with your best buddies in local playgrounds to renowned stadiums across the world. From sipping lime juice after these playground sessions to constantly being under the limelight. This is the immense leap that athletes must make at a tender age to...