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Germany advances to quarterfinals, Hungary ousted at world hockey championship

Germany advances to quarterfinals, Hungary ousted at world hockey championship

BRAMPTON, Ont. — Germany booked a spot in the women's world hockey championship quarterfinals by defeating Hungary 2-1 in its preliminary round finale Tuesday.
Injunction to be filed for reinstatement of Simon Fraser University football program

Injunction to be filed for reinstatement of Simon Fraser University football program

The fight to reinstate Simon Fraser University's football program has become a legal battle. The Simon Fraser Football Alumni Society will file an injunction against the Burnaby, B.C., school to reinstate its football program.
Canada comeback falls short in 2-1 loss to France in Women's World Cup tune-up

Canada comeback falls short in 2-1 loss to France in Women's World Cup tune-up

LE MANS, France — Canada coach Bev Priestman leaves the April international window with perhaps as many questions as answers.
Maple Leafs recall goaltender Joseph Woll, sign OHL's Matt Onuska to amateur tryout

Maple Leafs recall goaltender Joseph Woll, sign OHL's Matt Onuska to amateur tryout

TORONTO — The Toronto Maple Leafs recalled goaltender Joseph Woll from the American Hockey League ahead of Tuesday's game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Deep Canadian squad confident heading into Billie Jean King Cup qualifier

Deep Canadian squad confident heading into Billie Jean King Cup qualifier

VANCOUVER — Even without one of its top players, Canada is ready to rally as women's tennis returns to Vancouver this week.
Woodbine Entertainment CEO Jim Lawson to step down from his post

Woodbine Entertainment CEO Jim Lawson to step down from his post

TORONTO — Jim Lawson believes it's time to hand over the reins to Woodbine Entertainment. Lawson announced Tuesday he plans to step down as Woodbine's CEO this fall. The exact date wasn't divulged. Lawson has been Woodbine's CEO since April 2015.
Montreal Alouettes extend Canadian kicker David Cote through 2024 season

Montreal Alouettes extend Canadian kicker David Cote through 2024 season

MONTREAL — The Montreal Alouettes signed kicker David Cote to a contract extension through the 2024 season Tuesday. Cote, of Quebec City, made 44-of-51 field goal attempts last season, his 86.3 per cent ratio standing fourth among league kickers.
Canadian Jamie Bruce continues quest to secure '24 Elite Series berth

Canadian Jamie Bruce continues quest to secure '24 Elite Series berth

The odyssey continues for Jamie Bruce. The 33-year-old from Kenora, Ont., is in Many, La., for the Bassmaster Open event that begins Thursday at Toledo Bend Reservoir.
Hockey Canada names staff for men's U18 world championship

Hockey Canada names staff for men's U18 world championship

CALGARY — Hockey Canada has named its staff for the 2023 men's under-18 world championship. Jeff Truitt of the Western Hockey League's Prince Albert Raiders will be the team's head coach. John Dean of the Ontario Hockey League's Sault Ste.
Fancy a dip? An Olympic reboot for Paris' toxic River Seine

Fancy a dip? An Olympic reboot for Paris' toxic River Seine

PARIS (AP) — Even before he has dipped his toes into the murky waters of Paris ' famous but forbidden River Seine, French triathlete Thibaut Rigaudeau is already fielding questions from disbelieving friends.