Pegasus elite teams compete at Cheer Nationals

Cheerleading isn’t just about the throws, the flips and tumbling. 
It’s noticeable, Pegasus Cheer Athletics coach Rachelle Provost says, when the athletes are genuinely loving what they do.

Quinte Dolphins ride the tide to keep swim program growing 

Board chair Cathy Duggan said the club was treading water, though, as the COVID-19 pandemic and provincial restrictions continued. Longtime coach Jim Anfield, who also took on other tasks such as registrar, treasurer and equipment manager, kept a few swimmers in the pool when possible, but ultimately made the decision to step away, which the club understood.

Belleville Soccer Club gearing up for busy season

Registration numbers have soared for the Belleville Soccer Club for the upcoming 2023 outdoor season. 

About 1,250 players are signed up for the club’s recreational leagues while there’s an additional 250 in the development and competitive program.

Local bowlers medal at Ontario Winter Games

Thirteen-year-old Isaac Kerr of Belleville and Gracie Hagan, 14, from Brighton earned medals in bowling competition at the Ontario Winter Games in February.

BOCCIA COMES TO QUINTE

s similar in concept to bocce and was introduced onto the Paralympic program in 1984 and today is played in over 50 countries. A co-ed sport of control and accuracy, boccia is played on an indoor court about the size of a badminton court. Players propel soft leather balls towards the target or white “jack” ball.

Rev Those Engines – Shannonville Motorsport Park is Back!

One of the major events at Shannonville this year is the Canadian Superbike Championship series. Round one of the 2023 CSBK schedule runs May 19-21 during the Victoria Day long weekend. 

“That is going to bring the top riders from across Canada to our track,” Bondar said. “This is some pretty serious competition with some of the best machines in the country.”

Tweed Hawks U18 team celebrates OMHA championship victory

For the Tweed Hawks U18 team, it was more than just winning an Ontario Minor Hockey Association championship. Perhaps greater was the example of lessons hockey, and all sports, can provide along the way and the opportunity coaches have to play a positive role in the life of a youth on and off the ice.

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