During the off-season, some of Canada’s high performance competitors practice their map-reading skills by playing video games and running through…
Winterman marathon challenges runners to brave through the cold
On Feb. 19, runners will have the opportunity to take on their toughest competition: Ottawa’s brutal winter weather. Winterman…
Comebacks, blackouts and mama’s cooking: Ottawa’s football fans share their Super Bowl memories
It’s that time of year again, when the beer flows like the St. Lawrence and nacho chips crunch against pools…
Traumatic injuries and the long road to recovery
Four years ago, I stepped on the football field for the last time. I was playing for the Ottawa Colts,…
From bench warming to axe throwing
Searing pain shot right through my body the second the birdie soared over the net and collided with my eye,…
Diet tips from athletes who eat their way to victory
Most sports require its players to be physically active. But depending on their nature, different sports have different restrictions when…
Winning isn’t everything in football: Why one fan has undying support for a losing team
We’re in the playoffs again and a lot of football teams won’t have a chance to make it to the…
Parkour leaps into the mainstream
Scaling 80 foot buildings, flipping through the air and jumping from rooftop to rooftop with nothing but pavement far beneath. For…
Daniel Alfredsson continues mental health advocacy with Carleton scholarship
Former Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson cemented his legacy as an NHL player on Dec. 29 when his #11…
Skating the worries away
Outdoor rinks may not be open, but that doesn’t mean your skating must come to an end. Just because the…