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November 26, 2010 Mitch Goldenberg

Former Lisgar student finds soccer success in UK

Martin John, a former player at Lisgar Collegiate, is now a midfielder for Cardiff City, a second-tier team in England.

Lisgar Collegiate graduate Martin John says he never dreamed of playing professional soccer as a kid – it just kind of happened.

November 26, 2010 Asher Roth

Viewpoint: More MLB playoff teams means more interest, more revenue

Compared with other major North American sports leagues, Major League Baseball’s playoff format is rather elitist.

November 26, 2010 Jeff Krever

Girls’ tournament at McNabb surging in popularity

Evgeniya Kulgina, Centretown News

Girls practise at McNabb Arena for an upcoming game.

Centretown’s McNabb Arena is a key hub for girls’ hockey in Ottawa and will see plenty of action in February during the third annual Capital Classic tournament.

November 26, 2010 Mark Brownlee

Former Senator makes mark with Carleton Ravens

Lasia Kretzel, Centretown News

Shaun Van Allen puts some Ravens through their paces at a recent practice.

After a National Hockey League career that spanned 11 seasons for five different teams, Shaun Van Allen is heading back to school, but not as a student. This time, he’s back as a teacher.