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October 8, 2008 Larissa Cardey

Major league soccer stadium would boost local economy

Jake Wiilliams, Centretown News

The Carleton men's soccer team scrimmage during a practice at Keith Harris Stadium. Carleton will host the Canadian Interuniversity Sport National Championships in November.

In a few years Ottawa could have its own Major League Soccer team.

September 25, 2008 Michelle Anne Olsen

Ottawa Fury kick off free soccer clinics for kids

Emily Senger, Centretown News

Ottawa kids aged eight to 12 get a chance to improve their skills at clinics held on Sundays by The Ottawa Fury soccer club.

Afternoon rainfall couldn’t stop an energetic line-up of young soccer players from taking over the muddy fields of the Terry Fox Athletic Facility.

September 25, 2008 Ryan Medel

Viewpoint: Melnyk’s soccer proposal deserves a red card

Ottawa Senators owner Eugene Melnyk created soccer fever in Ottawa when he announced plans to bring a Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise to the city. The MLS is looking to add two new teams by 2011, and Melnyk is determined to make Ottawa a top choice.

September 25, 2008 Larissa Cardey

Saints hope their time has come

Doris Wang, Centretown News

The Immaculata Saints football team has high hopes for its third season in the Tier 2 city league.

They say the third time’s the charm, and that just might be true for the Immaculata Saints high school senior football team. The Saints are preparing for their third season in the Tier 2 city league, after losing last year in the city finals.