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Parents and coach brawl at kids' hockey tourney in Hamilton, prompting refs to halt game
A hockey game involving players seven and eight years old came to a halt at a Hamilton arena after parents and at least one coach became involved in a brawl behind the boards.
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Copa America presents 'massive' test for Canadian men's soccer team
After flaming out at the World Cup in Qatar in 2022, Canada has qualified for Copa America, the South American soccer championship that includes some of the best nations in the world.
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Lifetime bans and careers in tatters — recent sports betting scandals show fringe players are vulnerable
Former Toronto Raptor Jontay Porter's lifetime ban from the NBA shows sports betting regulations are working, say those with knowledge of the sports gambling industry. But they also warn that regulated gambling can create temptation for certain athletes who are more susceptible to this kind of illegal activity.
As women's basketball thrills record audiences, a Canadian icon hopes it's more than a 'moment'
Rising basketball stars are bringing fresh audiences and momentum to NCAA women's college basketball. Lisa Thomaidis says this 'moment' the women's game is having should be savoured, but reminds it comes after decades of hard work.
Extortions threatening South Asian businesses with shootings and arsons are linked, police say
Several brazen and violent attacks linked to extortion threats have targeted South Asian businesses across Canada since October. CBC News has learned that at least five policing jurisdictions in B.C., Alberta and Ontario are now investigating as many as 74 incidents or cases related to a series of extortion attempts.
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Pickleball: the latest tenant to volley its way into old shopping malls
Industrial and commercial spaces are adapting to the growing popularity of pickleball, a paddle sport whose advocates say doesn't have enough places to play the game. That's led to shopping malls converting closed department stores into multi-court spaces.
Some Toronto malls are booming, but not necessarily because of the shopping
For nearly 30 years, people have been predicting the death of malls, but some are thriving because they offer new environments and unique experiences alongside luxury goods.
Grassroots soccer experts agree Canada needs to change how it develops female players
Those working at the grassroots levels of Canadian soccer agree the women's team's early exit at the Women's World Cup shows the sport in this country needs to change how it identifies and develops young female soccer players.
France's penchant for protests offers challenge ahead of Paris Olympics
Widespread protests in France are not uncommon and the last few months have been especially rattling, casting a shadow over the planning and execution of next summer's Olympic Games in Paris.
Surfing phenom Erin Brooks banned from competing for Canada until citizenship request approved
The International Surfing Associated has suspended Erin Brooks's eligibility to compete for Canada because she is not yet a dual citizen.