Category: Sports & Recreation
COMMENT: Quick thoughts on the Jackson Trails road hockey thing
I wasn’t going to comment on this one – there’s been more than enough commentary on the issue over on Facebook – but I’ll add these three points:
LETTER: How a “Huffing And Puffing” program will benefit seniors
ABOVE: Roger Morris wants to use a successful recreation program from London, Ontario as a model for a similar initiative in Ottawa. Until moving to Stittsville, last summer, I was…
PHOTOS: 2016 edition of the Upper Jock River Race
Dozens of paddlers raced down the Jock River on a cold but sunny Saturday, taking part in a tradition dating back to 1971. All photos by Barry Gray.
A tiny yoga studio making a big difference
(This article originally appeared on Live Life Ottawa.) Feel Amazing Yoga (FAY) is a Stittsville-based business owned by yoga instructor Teresa Splinter (pictured above). After years of enjoying yoga recreationally, Teresa…
Stittsville Razorbacks Peewee C1 are league and playoff champs
(Photo by Stephanie J. Robertson.) The Razorbacks had a strong season with 22 wins, 8 losses, and 2 ties. The playoff run was tough, however the team pulled together with…
Stittsville Minor Softball seeks new umpires
Are you between the ages of 13-20 and looking for a fun way to make some money this spring/summer? If yes, you should consider umpiring!
LINKED: Garth Brooks runs a ball hockey clinic at Sacred Heart
Garth Brooks runs a ball hockey camp at Sacred Heart High School. Image via CTV Ottawa. Country music superstar Garth Brooks ran a ball hockey camp inside the Sacred Heart…
Unique aqua physio clinic opens on Iber
PHOTO: Hydrathletics co-owner and manager Shawna Emmott along with founder Joe Stilwell. Photo by Devyn Barrie. “Taking the weight off, taking the pressure off… it allows people that have major…
LINKED: Sacred Heart student recovers from stroke after hockey hit
Here’s a story from Devyn Barrie at Stittsvegas: A rough hit during a hockey game resulted in a stroke less than 24 hours later for one Sacred Heart Student. Ben…
Minor Peewee AA Silver Seven team goes undefeated in league play and playoffs
Hockey coaches and hockey experts agree “this type of season is truly special”. These boys have accomplished something so rare and remarkable that they may never do it again as…
SIGNS OF SPRING: Kevin Haime driving range opens for the season
It’s March 8 and there’s still snow on the ground, but the Kevin Haime driving range on Hazeldean Road officially opened today. HERE WE GO OTTAWA….What a great start to…
Stittsville softball registration is now open
Registration for softball is now open for boys and girls ages four to 20 years in Stittsville and the surrounding area with the Stittsville Minor Softball Association (SMSA).
City seeks feedback on new park for Fairwinds West
City of Ottawa staff have posted a concept drawing for a new park in the Fairwinds West / Poole Creek Village subdivision. They’re accepting public comments until March 14. Click here…
New Orangetheory gym opening next to Food Basics on Hazeldean
Orangetheory Fitness, a new gym on Hazeldean Road next to the Food Basics, is expected to open later this spring. “We are under construction now and our sign should ideally be…
Goulbourn synchro skaters off to a promising start
(article via the Goulbourn Skating Club) The Starlight synchronized skating teams hosted by the Goulbourn Skating Club couldn’t be off to a more promising start. The Beginner 2 team earned…