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He knows how lucky he and his young teammates are to have a resource like Carter and they are soaking in every moment alongside him. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576173787447-QUW2EHXTP1TZAWUOFHJW/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.02.29+PM.png Basketball - Canadian hoops star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander grinded his way to the top Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wasn't the most talented kid growing up. But the Canadian's relentless work ethic and the countless hours spent studying video have helped him blossom into a basketball standout at the University of Kentucky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/53a37cbf-c380-40ea-aae5-9a52b1ce784a/Caitlin_Clark_feature.jpg Basketball - Fever's resiliency without Clark rewarded with playoff berth Nothing went according to plan for the Indiana Fever this season. But not even Caitlin Clark's season-ending injury could deter the Fever from its pursuit of a playoff berth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575958425001-YWFW4WDO0OQ2A80FC84D/IMG_0630.JPG Basketball - Canadian basketball stars R.J. Barrett, Andrew Nembhard ready for next step in NCAA Canadian basketball stars R.J. Barrett and Andrew Nembhard are going their separate ways this fall to play collegiate basketball. 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Barrett getting Wiggins-level hype R.J. Barrett has yet to play a single college basketball game, but he's already being followed with the kind of intensity experienced by fellow Canadian Andrew Wiggins heading into his freshman season five years ago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/34c03bbc-45ec-4502-92c1-7bd01f4d26ff/cropped_Caitlin-Clark_s-first-11-games.jpg Basketball - What's gone right and wrong for Caitlin Clark through 11 games What's gone right? What's gone wrong? How does Caitlin Clark compare to other guards drafted No. 1? 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The front office is now turning to a number of veterans to help Clark and the team take the next step. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575785803616-RFEV9LMQKZEMZANIRG8P/IMG_2610.jpg Basketball - New Raptor Kawhi Leonard remains a man of mystery Toronto Raptors newcomer Kawhi Leonard finally addressed the media at a jam-packed news conference on Monday, saying he's excited to play in a "basketball city," where fans embrace the team. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1625335634894-OFGKQFWRGNK0RI67Z9OG/GettyImages-1232825625.jpeg Basketball - All-Star Kia Nurse talks Ionescu, Olympics, and Kobe and Gianna's WNBA legacy Kia Nurse spoke in-depth with theScore about several topics ahead of her Phoenix Mercury debut, including Kobe and Gianna Bryant's WNBA legacy, her brief time with 2020 No. 1 overall pick Sabrina Ionescu, and representing Canada at the Tokyo Olympics this summer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/8ec143bf-fb79-4aa9-8c10-452e0d80299e/cropped_GettyImages-1472604780.jpg Basketball - Big Maple: How Zach Edey became an improbable Wooden Award favorite Zach Edey hadn't played organized basketball until 10th grade. 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But Nurse knows her influence can go beyond the hardwood. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576015923621-6TF9JK6X8BSO4XEE6VJA/IMG_1139.jpg Basketball - On Notice: Meet the Canadian 'heart' of South Carolina's Cinderella Final Four run He doesn't seek the spotlight, but Toronto guard Duane Notice has helped push his team onto one of the biggest stages in sports as a key figure in South Carolina's improbable march to the Final Four. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/68ab153b-c7c7-47e2-b2e5-0fa0e66e2583/cropped_GettyImages-2230558660.jpg Basketball - Point Angel: Reese's playmaking growth a silver lining in Sky's season Angel Reese returned to her roots this season, playing the point forward role that made her the No. 2 overall prospect in the 2020 recruiting class behind Paige Bueckers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/bf6a88d1-7ff9-444f-ac24-3bc5603151c1/GettyImages-2234035226.jpg Basketball - French Army knife: Williams' versatility vital to Storm's playoff success Gabby Williams' time with the French national team paved the way for a breakout 2025 campaign, which included her for first All-Star nod. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576088975935-Q8T56XDXMSXBJ8D57RN0/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.29.23+PM.png Basketball - Q&A with Kia Nurse on UConn's win streak, Canadian basketball At just 20 years of age, Kia Nurse is already one of Canada's most decorated basketball players. She led her country to gold at the 2015 Pan Am Games, played in the 2016 Olympics, and is now helping drive UConn's record-breaking win streak. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1759166136474-TM8HEL87RJ61JJD6UD08/Flau_Jae_Johnson_feature.jpg Basketball - Best of both worlds: LSU's Flau'Jae Johnson leaves her mark as hooper, rapper LSU guard Flau'Jae Johnson is a national champion, All-American, and All-SEC first-team selection. But that's only part of her story. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/60899d93-20df-476b-8fb7-971a5b3426b1/1657905677980.jpeg Basketball - Full circle: Johnny Juzang chasing childhood dream with hometown UCLA Johnny Juzang was nicknamed "J-Silk" for his smooth and effortless game. 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But don't tell that to James Wade and his players. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1759166544948-RGF9I6VNY72NTJ4P8B2C/JuJu-Watkins_Feature.jpg Basketball - How JuJu Watkins is restoring USC's legacy and writing her own JuJu Watkins had one of the best freshman campaigns in recent memory. Watkins' decision to stay at home has completely revived a storied USC's women's basketball program and looks to be just the beginning of her story. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/d66ff331-9a9a-450d-9ebd-152344238bb3/cropped_GettyImages-2207400666.jpg Basketball - Paige's last dance: Bueckers ups game in bid for elusive national title Paige Bueckers is unquestionably one of the best to ever put on a UConn jersey. But there's no question a national championship is on Bueckers' mind. It's the one shining moment she craves the most. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1595267557171-97IAZ9EAO3EYE15TXEFB/GettyImages-72455290.jpg Basketball - Remembering Michigan State's Flintstones A look back at Michigan State's Flintstones and their continuing legacy 20 years after leading the Spartans to a national championship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1595265499299-XCOEFWRL25P8SD6HWISP/GettyImages-453825778.jpg Basketball - Q&A: 'The Last Dance' director talks Jordan's softer side, Kobe's bond with MJ "The Last Dance" director Jason Hehir spoke about a number of topics with theScore, including the emotions tied to Jordan losing his father, James Sr., his brotherly bond with the late Kobe Bryant, and his thoughts on other members of the famed Bulls dynasty. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576090121637-2TBECVH10UL33F792P31/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.48.26+PM.png Basketball - Anthony Bennett isn't giving up on his NBA dreams Anthony Bennett has been labelled a bust and possibly the worst top pick in NBA history. But the Canadian continues to grind it out in the minors, hoping to prove to teams that he still has something to offer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576010898098-VA4214DYLHH62ICT4IDC/Screen+Shot+2019-12-10+at+3.48.06+PM.png Basketball - Basketball late-bloomer Angela Bongomin helps Canada's program reach elite levels Just 19, Regina's Angela Bongomin already has an impressive basketball resume. This week, she'll add the Summer Universiade to that list as a member of the developmental national team Canada is sending to Taipei City. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575955269543-K75G2Y63AT9CN5WPVATB/IMG_1184.JPG Basketball - Nike Crown League providing network for Canadian ballers Over the past three summers, the Nike Crown League — a five-week pro-am basketball tournament — has brought together some of the top Canadian talent from all levels. It's an opportunity for players to seek advice from one another and polish their skills against high-level competition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1759167307017-YP06IHQCFA073B2YUDEZ/Paige-Bueckers-feature.jpg Basketball - Paige Bueckers remains heartbeat to UConn's title hopes Paige Bueckers is more than just a bucket. On the UConn guard's two-way growth and what she means to the Huskies program beyond the points and assists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575959949034-EXUTYR1JFFFGDUTQXRRL/IMG_0100.jpg Basketball - Canadian guard Kia Nurse kept it simple to reach her full potential Canada's Kia Nurse is having the best season of her collegiate career. She's a finalist for two of women's college basketball's major player awards and her success is a huge reason why the University of Connecticut are the favourites for the national championship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/a92ca21d-f4ac-4c64-a086-c65b6aec1dbf/1657156221377.jpeg Basketball - How Chet Holmgren became the most unique NBA prospect in recent memory Chet Holmgren isn't your typical seven-footer. Players of his size shouldn't be able to defend guards and handle the ball at such a high level. However, he was given the freedom to hone those skills long ago. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575788088886-1653RYAJMMGZBQSUK24M/IMG_2268.jpg Basketball - Mature, battle-tested Barrett ready for spotlight of Duke basketball Canadian basketball phenom R.J. Barrett has seemingly always played at a level ahead of most guys his age. So it should be no surprise that Barrett — after reclassifying to attend college a year early — shined in his Duke Blue Devils debut with a game-high 34 and 35 points respectively in their first two pre-season games. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575962203443-LBWSXRQWJRMZAZHYC527/IMG_20171222_190344.jpg Basketball - Kia Nurse's 'homecoming' game in Toronto a celebration of stellar collegiate career Kia Nurse's homecoming game in Toronto was a chance for the 21-year-old from nearby Hamilton, Ont., to play in front of friends and family and a celebration of a stellar four-year career at her second home — Storrs, Conn. But it almost never came to be. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1d148634-dfb2-4762-a439-f3d215e8e0a0/Scoot-Henderson-profile.jpg Basketball - Ignite star Scoot Henderson forged his own path to NBA Scoot Henderson lives by a motto: "O.D.D.: Overly Determined to Dominate." The mantra was created by Henderson himself and represents his unorthodox NBA journey as well as the Georgia native's day-to-day approach to life both on and off the court. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576013254654-VI6RCWY6JI5SS0XG16ET/IMG_20170623_131422.jpg Basketball - New Raptor OG Anunoby hungry to get to work Raptors first-round draft pick OG Anunoby is not lacking in confidence, but recognizes the areas in which he needs to improve. https://www.chicconacion.com/tennis daily 0.75 2025-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575782433053-DKSOCMR22UGBU1VYXQMH/IMG_3728.jpg Tennis - 'Wanting it too badly': Serena's Grand Slam title drought more than just nerves Serena Williams did not qualify for the 2019 WTA Finals, edged out after Belinda Bencic's title run at the Kremlin Cup in Moscow propelled her past the legendary American for the eighth and final spot. In a way, Williams' absence from the prestigious event sums up her last couple of years - specifically at the majors: She was in a favorable position, only to come up short. Hall of Famers Jim Courier and Andy Roddick as well as former world No. 4 James Blake talk about Williams' near 3-year Grand Slam title drought https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575781586317-Z3YIW42JM76Q3GUVNJ5E/IMG_3897.JPG Tennis - Courier, Roddick, Blake Q&A: On Federer's feelings and tennis' future stars Andy Roddick, Jim Courier, and James Blake were in Toronto in September for the eighth stop of the Invesco Series - a competitive tennis circuit featuring past icons and champions. The trio spoke in-depth about several of this season's most compelling storylines - including Roger Federer's heartbreaking Wimbledon loss and what comes next for reigning US Open champion Bianca Andreescu. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/e70c9476-e5b6-492c-8271-8e11c633f835/GettyImages-1699202879+%281%29.jpg Tennis - ATP stars hope to 'put asses in seats' at new-look US Open mixed doubles There's an undeniable buzz around the US Open's revamped mixed doubles event. The ATP's top stars are hopeful they can bring more eyes to the new-look competition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576089431133-50F8FAG3DW3T5Z8WVQWC/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.36.50+PM.png Tennis - McEnroe, Roddick serve up advice for Raonic Milos Raonic is already the most successful singles tennis player Canada has ever produced. But to reach the next level, there are a few things he needs to do, say Hall of Famers John McEnroe and Andy Roddick. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576011979885-F1IQTXG2RXQR30ELHM8W/IMG_1739.jpg Tennis - Canada's Denis Shapovalov listening, learning in strong rookie season After a successful junior tennis career — highlighted by a pair of Grand Slam trophies — it was obvious Denis Shapovalov had a future on the ATP Tour. But it's unlikely many anticipated his rise up the rankings to come this quickly. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/bb1c1ccc-59ae-494b-9bda-d22dc8a36f3f/cropped_Marina-Stakusic-feature.jpg Tennis - Manifesting her destiny: Marina Stakusic eager to be next Canadian star Marina Stakusic broke onto the tennis scene at last year's Billie Jean King Cup final, knocking off three top-60 players to help Canada win the competition for the first time. On how visualization training has helped the up-and-coming Canadian in her ascent up the WTA rankings. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/25a4d6d5-5ee2-4033-911f-cf8a2235816f/GettyImages-2229014115.jpg Tennis - Shelton looks to keep evolving at US Open after 1st Masters 1000 crown Ben Shelton has cracked the top 10, won a Masters 1000 title, and reached two major semifinals. It's an impressive resume just a few years into his pro career, but he's far from satisfied and looks to keep learning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575956594800-8ERSGQD8QMZH2NVV4BB7/IMG_1363.jpg Tennis - Milos Raonic needs health, stability to reach his Grand Slam goals After a breakout 2016 season that saw Milos Raonic advance to his first Grand Slam final, it seemed like only a matter of time before the big-serving Canadian won one of his own. Since then, injuries and coaching instability have set back Raonic, but tennis greats John McEnroe and Jim Courier still remain hopeful for him. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/b457975c-17e7-4d05-84f4-9061fdee304b/3_V1__12_.jpg Tennis - WTA's next generation already shining as Serena exits spotlight Serena Williams has been the face of the WTA Tour for the better part of two decades, but a changing of the guard was underway well before she announced her plan to walk away from the sport earlier this week. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576002499428-W238NZDEZ122YL0THBOK/IMG_2666.JPG Tennis - Canada's Bianca Andreescu shining as a tennis pro, as world's top player thought she might Bianca Andreescu is learning on the fly during her rookie season on the WTA tour — a decision that world No.1 Simona Halep felt was necessary. The pair spoke during a promotional event at last year's Rogers Cup in Montreal during which Halep jokingly took credit for Andreescu's decision to turn pro. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/5b8f9783-4eb1-4351-a237-c13fdf31bc85/cropped_Coco-Gauff-feature.jpg Tennis - Reset: Coco Gauff seeking answers ahead of US Open title defense Coco Gauff's summer hard-court swing hasn't gone according to plan, but she's using her first Olympic experience to navigate the latest challenge in her career. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1590356775427-NDQKJQYS64YW02DJ47RF/IMG_3829.JPG Tennis - Legendary encounters: WTA stars recall the excitement, fear of facing Serena What is it like to be on the other side of the net as Serena Williams? Some of the WTA's best reflect on the thrill and fear of their first meeting against the American legend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/a5e13b91-cb69-407e-9e7b-b3a90ddd2373/GettyImages-2170603664.jpg Tennis - 'Being great is how you respond': Tiafoe fueled by US Open semifinal loss Frances Tiafoe didn't mince words when talking about his heartbreaking defeat to Taylor Fritz in the 2024 US Open semifinals. He's hoping to use that loss as fuel as he continues to pursue a maiden Grand Slam title. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1480670d-2824-4672-ba36-75faf7d7da7d/GettyImages-1424652413.jpg Tennis - Up-and-coming Canadian Gabriel Diallo constantly learning during rapid ascent Gabriel Diallo began the 2022 season ranked 991st in the world. Just 18 months later, he's risen over 800 spots in the ATP rankings, using the valuable lessons he learned in juniors and at Kentucky to propel his ascent. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1759166817096-WN69EP04HSL3REO7EITN/cropped_Naomi-Osaka-feature.jpg Tennis - Return game: Naomi Osaka giving herself grace after maternity leave Naomi Osaka hoped to be further along at this stage of her comeback, but she remains committed and hungry as ever to get back to the top. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/5c7fbd33-1ba1-43ea-b4c8-371ea88e2c12/3_V2__2_.jpg Tennis - Return of 'The Missile': Raonic rejuvenated after 2-year ATP Tour absence Milos Raonic thought his tennis career was over following another injury. The former Wimbledon finalist began to get accustomed to life after tennis, taking university courses and getting married to his longtime partner. Raonic would've been at peace if he never took the court again. But after a year away from the game, the natural competitor within Raonic drew him back to the sport. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/99840ae7-ca5e-49d6-864a-801901f2fbc0/GettyImages-1399910288.jpg Tennis - 'Pressure is a privilege': Coco Gauff's newfound perspective fueling best season Coco Gauff has dealt with so much pressure at a young age, but this year, she's learned to manage those lofty expectations and it's led to her best season yet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575787771468-QF4NR9XLDP0FVPK6UXAO/IMG_1498.JPG Tennis - Raonic, Shapovalov enter U.S. Open facing their own challenges It's been a year of change for Milos Raonic and Denis Shapovalov as they enter this week's U.S. Open. Raonic finally has some accompany atop the Canadian men's tennis rankings while Shapovalov has risen from anonymity to becoming a household name. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576010651703-LHWU6PUAMAJUGXM36MGD/IMG_4153.JPG Tennis - Denis Shapovalov eyes U.S. Open as next stop on his rocket ride Denis Shapovalov is doing things he didn't think were realistic at the beginning of the season. After his semifinal run at the Rogers Cup this month, the Canadian teenager skyrocketed from 143rd to 67th in the rankings. But he knows there's still a lot of work to do. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/950b43a9-f63c-426f-8095-4ba843a0c0b3/3_V3__1_.jpg Tennis - Chasing Andy: U.S. still waiting for next men's major champ 20 years after Roddick's win Twenty years after Andy Roddick's lone Grand Slam title, the U.S. is still waiting for its next men's major champ. The appreciation for Roddick's milestone win and his contributions to tennis in America has only grown two decades later. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575954926739-U4JUJSKSZKTD3JBO5DBK/IMG_1613.JPG Tennis - What Daniel Nestor learned from his best doubles partnerships As his brilliant doubles tennis career reaches its final set, Canada's Daniel Nestor reflects on the ups and downs he experienced with the three men who helped him reach his greatest heights. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576011505191-LBPM57VI737Q5UOM7BBK/IMG_3224.jpg Tennis - Venus Williams continues to inspire Canada's Francoise Abanda Three years ago, Francoise Abanda squared off against childhood idol, Venus Williams, at the Coupe Banque Nationale tournament in Quebec City. While Abanda held her own in a 5-7, 3-6 straight sets defeat, the magnitude of that moment was never lost on her. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575957136267-5U5LG5NRFVJE2GBMIIS7/IMG_4166.JPG Tennis - American tennis greats say Canadians could benefit from a 'brotherly rivalry' Canadian tennis is on the upswing, and three key men’s singles players - Milos Raonic, Denis Shapovalov, and Felix Auger-Aliassime - will benefit from a ‘brotherly rivalry,’ according to American tennis greats John McEnroe and Jim Courier. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575961626207-M3HAVMGSU3ZDKKU91SEZ/IMG_1463.jpg Tennis - Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime shares more than just a birthday with Roger Federer Felix Auger-Aliassime shares the same birthday as his idol Roger Federer, but if his tennis career continues to progress the way it has, it might not be the only thing the Montreal native will have in common with the Swiss legend. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576012740211-EQTKHDXQDIDZ29B5X0L5/IMG_1283.jpg Tennis - Go big or go home: Raonic's Wimbledon hopes rest on 2nd serve If Milos Raonic is to complete his quest to become Canada’s first Grand Slam singles tennis champion at Wimbledon this year, the big hitter will need to maximize his most powerful weapon. https://www.chicconacion.com/soccer daily 0.75 2020-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576003421941-NMBCLQEKP567VZODTES8/IMG_20171212_105043.jpg Soccer - TFC's Justin Morrow looks to bring MLS Cup to adopted home Since being acquired from the San Jose Earthquakes, Justin Morrow has grown to appreciate everything Toronto has to offer and would love nothing more than to hoist the MLS Cup in front of his adopted home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576001840355-Q4KCGG2TF7W3Z39TZZFY/image-asset.jpeg Soccer - TFC's Alex Bono unfazed by challenges on and off the pitch Alex Bono's path to becoming Toronto FC's starting goalkeeper didn't come easy. But when the opportunity arrived, he was more than prepared, just as he's been his entire life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575999557490-TX9HHH2RJPSCESLVN5XM/IMG_20171209_201348.jpg Soccer - 'Beyond family': TFC united in face of adversity en route to MLS title Toronto FC defender Nick Hagglund said the whole season was all about adversity, but the team managed to overcome everything together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575999362271-VXN1HYC7G582UDWL3B5Q/IMG_20171212_121931.jpg Soccer - Toronto FC president wants to win like Shanahan, Ujiri Toronto FC president Bill Manning loves winning — a desire shared by his fellow Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment executives, presidents Brendan Shanahan of the Maple Leafs and Masai Ujiri of the Raptors. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576089837252-5N9WLNUYNUET7RU0XB67/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.42.53+PM.png Soccer - TFC's Tosaint Ricketts has goal-scorer's killer instinct Toronto FC goes into the opening leg of the Eastern Conference final without the services of star players Jozy Altidore and Sebastian Giovinco. But with seven goals in just 22 games, Tosaint Ricketts has shown he's up to the task of filling their role. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576000224807-O7O3AEZQWZXHCFO8QSDT/IMG_20171207_140309.jpg Soccer - Seattle 'keeper Stefan Frei relishes his time in Toronto Seattle Sounders goalkeeper Stefan Frei still loves Toronto and he isn't afraid to let that be known. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576000860852-JPA119ROKCNGZOPI776K/IMG_20171209_200737.jpg Soccer - MLS Cup final: TFC's Vazquez, Seattle's Dempsey new pieces to rematch Toronto FC midfielder Victor Vazquez and Seattle forward Clint Dempsey were non-factors in last year's MLS Cup but they will almost surely influence the result this time around when the Reds host the Sounders in Saturday's championship game at BMO Field. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576000599100-QEF0TPGF5Y96Q3FU84E5/IMG_20171212_101613.jpg Soccer - Battle-tested Toronto FC embracing playoff intensity A year after steamrolling into the MLS Cup final, things haven't been as easy this time around for Toronto FC. But the team now knows it can win matches in more ways than one. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576000383507-V4T78ESAEO22TYPLT2N1/IMG_20171207_131632.jpg Soccer - Tale of the tape: Toronto FC seeks redemption in MLS Cup rematch A year after a heartbreaking loss in the MLS Cup final, Toronto FC is back in the same position with a chance to avenge its defeat against the Seattle Sounders. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576088754111-WL31ORIC2FV9LMDBH4TQ/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.25.12+PM.png Soccer - Euro trip? Women's soccer stars feel pull from both sides of the pond At some point in their professional careers, many female soccer players from North America debate whether to play closer to home in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) or head to Europe. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576002614076-VOUGGKX4K6STHOAN268C/Screen+Shot+2019-12-10+at+1.29.27+PM.png Soccer - Beckie, Huitema take different paths to Canadian women's soccer team Janine Beckie, 23, and Jordyn Huitema, 16, represent the present and future of the Canadian women's soccer team but their paths to the national squad couldn't be more different. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576009700532-NAC2IML2H1FBYLEGXS80/Screen+Shot+2019-12-10+at+3.26.16+PM.png Soccer - Canada's Arielle Roy-Petitclerc keeps her soccer dreams alive U Sports' female athlete of the year, Arielle Roy-Petitclerc almost gave up on her soccer dreams. She was cut three times from Team Quebec by the age of 14. The Rouge et Or captain was at a crossroads — was it time to hang up the cleats? She pushed through and her perseverance was rewarded. https://www.chicconacion.com/olympics daily 0.75 2020-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576175969747-3L08E1RSRQ2RC0A54WHN/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.39.17+PM.png Olympics - Longtime snowboard star Sébastien Toutant doesn't want big air to be all about quad Sebastien Toutant has played a significant role in helping snowboard progress during his stellar career. But the Montreal native doesn't want the sport to be defined by a singular trick like the quad. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576175120568-ATJA6A8W1XE8LHEWQOT0/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.25.11+PM.png Olympics - Canada's Dara Howell driven to return to the top Canada's Dara Howell won gold in the inaugural women's slopestyle ski competition in Sochi. But the sudden fame was a lot for the then 19-year-old to handle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576089695465-4MC6X5B5TNA9GI31FD5S/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.41.20+PM.png Olympics - Hugo Barrette's gut feeling set him towards track cycling career Canadian Hugo Barrette had no cycling experience but he knew he loved it and felt free whenever he was on his bike. It's was all the convincing Barrette needed to leave his Quebec home and pursue the sport. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576003878190-1AKBLM6QJE5IBC2HBZR4/IMG_1727.jpg Olympics - Move over, Bolt: Has Andre De Grasse found a new rival? Andre De Grasse lost his final chance at beating Usain Bolt when he suffered a hamstring injury on the eve of the world track and field championships. But the emergence of American Christian Coleman has track fans salivating of a potentially new and exciting rivalry. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576175436346-KDLB3HF4M2SPCMU382A4/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.29.43+PM.png Olympics - U.S. star Chloe Kim poised to be present and future of women's snowboarding Only 17, Chloe Kim is dominating women's halfpipe snowboarding. The American star continues to rewrite the record books and an Olympic gold medal is just about the only thing missing from her list of accolades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576002614076-VOUGGKX4K6STHOAN268C/Screen+Shot+2019-12-10+at+1.29.27+PM.png Olympics - Beckie, Huitema take different paths to Canadian women's soccer team Janine Beckie, 23, and Jordyn Huitema, 16, represent the present and future of the Canadian women's soccer team but their paths to the national squad couldn't be more different. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576175242371-R7G46FGNMKKEC2AUM2OY/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.27.13+PM.png Olympics - Men's moguls final is Canadian Mikael Kingsbury's to lose Mikael Kingsbury has seemingly done it all and an Olympic gold medal in Monday's men's moguls final may all but solidify his status as the greatest of all time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575784872332-F7CUUBVSAZ465MLFGSB2/IMG_2491.jpg Olympics - Canada's run at FIBA Women's World Cup reward for Natalie Achonwa's perseverance Natalie Achonwa loves playing for Canada's women's national team, so a berth in the World Cup quarter-finals is just one more reason for the veteran to smile. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576173995401-ZMK0D0RSUPYUCXNYRWEL/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.06.07+PM.png Olympics - Winning Olympic gold still 'fresh' for snowboarder Sébastien Toutant Just a few weeks ago, Sébastien Toutant won Olympic gold in the first-ever big air snowboarding competition at the Winter Games. But it wasn't until he arrived home to Repentigny, Que., that Toutant realized the magnitude of his accomplishment. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575787002067-ZSHMVYW1DHLOD66RV1R0/IMG_2579.jpg Olympics - Canada's growing roster of stars has team poised for success at Women's Basketball World Cup Ranked 5th in the world with an increasing roster of stars, Canada's women's national basketball team is ready to play with the sports' powerhouses. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576001343581-N0P4CJDCRI7OQF8IW8IV/Screen+Shot+2019-12-10+at+1.08.22+PM.png Olympics - All in the family: Hockey player Sarah Nurse forging her own path Sarah Nurse has been compared to more famous cousins her entire life. But while she's proud of her family and all their accomplishments, Nurse hopes to create her own identity with the Canadian women's hockey team, and making the Olympic squad is the first step towards that. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576175041733-KJ7QQW0O1VPEVWVHOLA4/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.23.43+PM.png Olympics - Teen slopestyle champ Red Gerard's Olympic evolution turns to big air Red Gerard never really watched the Olympics growing up. But after winning gold in the men's snowboard slopestyle competition, he's beginning to understand why it captivates so many worldwide. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576089552619-DYJ7WNIXPX80G9U5ZYA7/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.38.58+PM.png Olympics - Shot put became Brittany Crew's escape Brittany Crew arrived in Taipei City, Taiwan a little jet lagged heading into the Summer Universiade, her final event of the season. But for the Mississauga, Ont., native, it's no excuse to mail it in. The competition has more meaning considering all that she's been through. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575959949034-EXUTYR1JFFFGDUTQXRRL/IMG_0100.jpg Olympics - Canadian guard Kia Nurse kept it simple to reach her full potential Canada's Kia Nurse is having the best season of her collegiate career. She's a finalist for two of women's college basketball's major player awards and her success is a huge reason why the University of Connecticut are the favourites for the national championship. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1575956094527-6V9PLBARZDS35UBIHL9E/IMG_0971.JPG Olympics - Canada's Andrew Nembhard cherishing every moment at FIBA U18 Americas tournament Andrew Nembhard is currently captaining the Canadian team at the FIBA U18 Americas tournament in St. Catharines, Ont., and will be heading to the University of Florida in the fall. But none of this seemed possible after an illness last year forced Nembhard to the sidelines. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576088107472-SCJ5V6CVM9HD7NAMNF78/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.14.56+PM.png Olympics - Melissa Bishop is still searching for the perfect race After falling just short of the Olympic podium in Rio, Melissa Bishop and her longtime coach are working hard to make sure the Canadian runner peaks in time for Tokyo. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576173061267-N5PVI9BJZ2HBG8Y3T6T5/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+12.50.20+PM.png Olympics - Olympic ski cross champs Thompson, Leman have 'will to prepare to win' There's no questioning the will of Canadian ski cross racers Marielle Thompson and Brady Leman. It's part of the reason that both are Olympic champions and consistent threats on the World Cup circuit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576088975935-Q8T56XDXMSXBJ8D57RN0/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.29.23+PM.png Olympics - Q&A with Kia Nurse on UConn's win streak, Canadian basketball Social Sharing At just 20 years of age, Kia Nurse is already one of Canada's most decorated basketball players. She led her country to gold at the 2015 Pan Am Games, played in the 2016 Olympics, and is now helping drive UConn's record-breaking win streak. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576173699834-GZNW6CZNZYYRM4Y6CAVV/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.01.28+PM.png Olympics - Meaghan Benfeito still going strong after diving into new partnership For 11 years, Meaghan Benfeito and Roseline Filion achieved great success on the Olympic and world championship stages. With her longtime teammate now retired for more than a year, Benfeito is finding a lot to like about her newer partnership with Caeli McKay. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576087880865-OJFFOCUAGFQ9978T3VA9/Screen+Shot+2019-12-11+at+1.10.35+PM.png Olympics - Kylie Masse is 'the hunted as opposed to the hunter' Kylie Masse is the new world champion and record holder in the women's 100-metre backstroke. But it was only three years ago that Masse was ranked 201st. She failed to crack Canada's Pan Am squad but turned that failure into a breakthrough performance at the 2015 Universiade that set her on the path to world success. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576004880280-A4OWB3600CWIFKN10K18/IMG_20170928_104302.jpg Olympics - Cyclist Tegan Cochrane's Olympic dream never ended, it just took a detour Tegan Cochrane always wanted to be an Olympian. When the Kelowna, B.C., native was in the second grade, she wrote that on a piece of a paper in response to what she wanted to be when she grew up. Cochrane just never thought that it would be as a track cyclist. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576012845880-M8FGHQL125QP6U4ITX96/Screen+Shot+2019-12-10+at+4.20.35+PM.png Olympics - NCAA champ Sage Watson eyes Canadian hurdles record With her arms held up high and her competition nowhere in sight, Sage Watson crossed the finish line a winner at the 2017 NCAA outdoor track and field championships. But Watson's shining moment may have never occurred if it wasn't for one decision. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5de3faab3d393a7e0630d61d/1576174695630-C5FL2JTAAFDYIQUJHPGB/Screen+Shot+2019-12-12+at+1.17.42+PM.png Olympics - Surprise medals bode well for Canada's snowboard future Canada's snowboard team hit the slopes and soared to new heights in Pyeongchang. 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