Ottawa Charge look to take PWHL by storm as second season begins
With its season officially underway on Saturday, the Ottawa Charge has added the grit it believes it needs to play the physical game in the Professional Women’s Hockey League. The Charge hope to be able to put on a good show for the more than 7,000 fans on average who showed up to every game last year at TD Place....
City Builder: Carlos González works to give Atlético Ottawa a winning tradition
Carlos González is the head coach of the CPL soccer club Atlético Ottawa. González has just completed his third season with the club.
City Builder: Katrine Pedersen is head coach of Ottawa’s first pro women’s soccer team
Who is she? Katrine Pedersen is the new head coach of Rapid FC, Ottawa’s first professional women’s soccer team. What’s her background? The native of Horsens, Denmark is a mother of two — Bjørk and Louie — and lives with her partner, Maiken. Her playing career spanned nearly two decades, during which she represented Denmark from 1994 to 2013. For...
Ottawa’s new bike locker project spinning its wheels in first few weeks
Ottawa's new Bike Locker initiative is off to a slow start.
City Builder: Altea Active is Ottawa entrepreneur Jeff York’s new passion project
Many people know that Jeff York's brother, Jason York, played for the Ottawa Senators, but not everyone knows that Jeff played hockey for Princeton University in the 80's and is now one of the owners of the Ottawa Senators.
City Builder: World Cup athlete Aidan Kirkham balances research and skiing
Aidan Kirkham is an Ottawa native, a PhD candidate and a nordic skier who has competed in the 2024 FIS World Cup and the FISU World University Games in 2019 and 2023.
City Builder: Vanessa Gilles has become Ottawa’s ‘heroic’ Olympic soccer gold medallist
Vanessa Gilles is a Canadian soccer player who won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. She wasn't born in Ottawa but her soccer career was.
City Builder: Emerance Maschmeyer shows the power behind the goalie mask
Learn about Ottawa's popular PWHL goalie Emerance Maschmeyer.
City Builder: Bobby Brown leading way for independent baseball in the capital
Bobby Brown has been leading the Ottawa Titans since 2022. He brings a wealth of knowledge to the team, thanks to his many years of baseball experience.
Redblacks recalibrate and regroup after tough loss to BC Lions
After their streak of six games undefeated ended with a game to forget on last Saturday, the Ottawa Redblacks have made some moves that have left many confused. On Tuesday, the team announced the release of star running back Ryquell Armstead. “We want to control our own destiny.” Is a statement often repeated by Ottawa Redblacks head coach Bob Dyce....
As playoffs loom, Titans top Miners with walk-off hit in hometown thriller
While dark clouds brewed on the horizon for most of the afternoon, the rain held off long enough to allow Ottawa baseball fans to enjoy an excellent game on Sunday between the hometown Titans and the visiting Sussex County Miners. The Frontier League teams split a doubleheader on Saturday and Ottawa Stadium was packed with first responders and their families...
Win? Lose? Redblacks tie Roughriders in a strange one
Ottawa 22, Saskatchewan 22 After coming back from their week of rest, the Ottawa Redblacks’ momentum took a bit of a unusual pause Thursday against the West-leading Saskatchewan Roughriders at TD Place. The Redblacks remain undefeated at home after tying the Roughriders 22-22 in a game that saw Ottawa quarterback Dru Brown go down with an ankle injury and two...
Most Canadians believe financial cost of hosting Olympics outweighs benefits, survey shows
Although Canadians are very proud of the country’s accomplishments in the Olympics, most don’t want to see Canada host the Games again, new data from the Angus Reid Institute shows. Canada has had an undeniably successful summer games, earning an impressive 23 medals thus far with more to come. Canada’s top achievements in the Paris 2024 Olympics include swimmer Summer...
Two-time Palestinian Olympian and Carleton alumnus says Paris games will be his last
The two-time Palestinian Olympian and Carleton University alum Yazan Al Bawwab says the Paris 2024 Olympics will be his last. Born in Saudi Arabia and raised in Dubai, the son of a Palestinian refugee, Rashad Al Bawwab, achieved his father’s dream of becoming an Olympic swimmer to represent his country. “I am delighted to be here to represent Palestine and...
Redblacks enjoy a well-deserved bye week break with a strong second place in CFL East standings
The Ottawa Redblacks went into their bye week on a bit of a high. After a win against Calgary at home of July 28, the surprising Redblacks improved their record to 5-2 good for second place in the CFL’s East Division with a game in hand on the rest of the competition, right behind the defending Grey Cup champs, the...
Deep Dive: New-look Redblacks on fire and on track to snap lengthy CFL playoff drought
What a fantastic season the Ottawa Redblacks have had so far. It’s the best start in Redblacks’ franchise history and the best for any of Ottawa’s CFL clubs since the 1978 Rough Riders started 6-1. The Rough Riders finished that season in first place with a 12-4 record but ultimately lost the East Final to the Montreal Alouettes. Through seven...
New-look Redblacks proving they can compete for a CFL playoff spot
The Ottawa Redblacks are 2-1 in CFL play so far this season and with each win the team is becoming more confident.
Nations League: Canadian Volleyball team loses final match to Serbia
The Canadian Men's National Volleyball team lost their final game against Serbia in the second leg of the Volleyball Nations League tournament.
Canadian Men’s Volleyball team secures tight victory over U.S.
The Canadian Men's Volleyball team won a tight game on Saturday against the U.S. as part of the Volleyball Nations League tournament.
Canadian Men’s Volleyball team loses to Argentina in second game of Nations League
Canada's national volleyball team lost to Argentina three sets to one on Thursday evening at TD Place.
Men’s Volleyball Nations League kicks off in Ottawa with Canada win over Cuba
Canada won three sets to one over Cuba Tuesday evening in front of a home crowd at TD Place in Ottawa.
Northern Super League brings women’s pro soccer to Canada next spring
A new women's professional soccer league will debut next spring in six Canadian cities including Ottawa.
Good goaltending and Brianne Jenner’s hat trick lead PWHL Ottawa to a 4-0 win over Minnesota
PWHL Ottawa won their first game after the World Championships on the strength of good goaltending and a hat trick by team captain Brianne Jenner.
Ottawa 67’s swept out of OHL playoffs by Oshawa
Ottawa 67's are defeated 4-0 by Oshawa Generals in second round of the OHL playoffs.
Hoops Homecoming: BlackJacks sign ‘role model’ forward Ottawa-born JD Muila
Ottawa native JD Muila is drafted by his hometown BlackJacks to play forward in the Canadian Elite Basketball League.
Council’s ‘Belonging Playbook’ aims to diversify Ottawa sports scene
New Playbook offered by Ottawa Sports Council aims to promote diversity and break down barriers to participation in local sports.
Ottawa beats Brantford to take first round OHL series
The Ottawa 67's win their first round playoff series 4-1 over the Brantford Bulldogs. Next up: Oshawa Generals.
Ottawa knocks off Brantford in OT to take 3-1 lead in playoff series
Ottawa 67's win at home again and now are poised to take their first round playoff series. The team holds a 3-1 lead over Brantford.
Ottawa wins Game 3 at home to lead Brantford 2-1 in first round of OHL playoffs
The Ottawa 67's lead their first round playoff series against the Brantford Bulldogs 2-1 after a 5-2 victory Tuesday at home.
Warm weather, little snow made for a tough ski season in Ottawa, but skiers found a way to enjoy it
Ottawa-Gatineau ski industry adapts to unpredictable weather, challenges sales, but enthusiasts persevere on slopes.
Centuries-old Irish stick fighting showcased in Ottawa event
An Ottawa martial arts instructor is on a crusade to resurrect interest in a forgotten Irish martial art.
Facing referee harassment crisis, sport council blows whistle on bad behaviour
Sports bodies are trying to tamp down the verbal absue and harassment faced by referees in sports at the local level.
Ottawa ends season on losing note as rematch with Brantford looms in playoff round
The Ottawa 67's drop final game of the season to Brantford Bulldogs. The two teams meet in Brantford to begin the OHL playoffs on Friday.
A coach’s dream: Bradley Horner nets two, leads charge in 67’s win over Colts
Ottawa 67's take a hard fought win from the Barrie Colts.
Nearly 200 brave souls take polar plunge to raise money for Special Olympics
Law enforcement officers, friends, family and community members took turns plunging into ice-cold water at TD Place recently, raising more than $30,000 for Special Olympics Ontario during the annual Polar Plunge.
Down to the wire: Ottawa 67’s push for home ice in OHL playoffs first round
The Ottawa 67's have six games left to secure home ice advantage in the first round of the OHL playoffs. It won't be easy.
Memories of Kilrea: Legendary coach remembers the beginning’s of the player’s association as team marks Memorial Cup win
Brian Kilrea recalls his role in the creation of the professional players union after the announcement of NHL expansion in 1967.
Playoff feel: London edges Ottawa in shootout
The London Knights win a hard-fought game against the Ottawa 67's in overtime
Last call approaching for the winter season at Lansdowne’s indoor skateboarding park
Ottawa skateboarders enjoy a winter at the Aberdeen Pavilion, a pop-up skate park in Lansdowne, open free of charge. Organized by Birling skate shop and the city, the inclusive sessions run until March, overcoming winter skate challenges and promoting diversity in the sport. Birling, known for community support, provides a welcoming space for all.
You snooze, you lose: Ottawa’s Collin Mackenzie records shutout in first game back from injury
Ottawa 67's goalie Collin Mackenzie returned from injury to notch a shutout in his first game back.
Lacrosse at Winterlude brings national summer sport to snowy festival
Lacrosse made a debut at the Winterlude festival this year, surviving the warm slushy weather in Jacques Cartier Park.
Trailblazer’s Trail: Jody Vance shares lessons as pioneering sports journalist
Broadcaster Jody Vance has been an icon for Canadian women sports journalists. She talked to Capital Current about where it all began.
Family matters: Ottawa celebrates win against North Bay at home
The Ottawa 67's won a Family Day battle over North Bay with a 6-3 score.
‘We just didn’t compete:’ Kingston snaps Ottawa’s point streak and continues dominance over 67’s
Ottawa drops another game to rival Kingston who now has five wins against the 67's this OHL season.
Getting physical: Ottawa dominates hard fought clash against Peterborough Petes
Ottawa 67's pick up a critical two points with victory over Peterborough.
Ontario’s passionate dodgeball community bounces into Ottawa
Twenty-six competitive men’s and women’s teams from across the province converged at the 2024 Dodgeball Ontario Provincial Championships.
For Ottawa 67’s centre Braeden Kressler the hockey journey is what it’s all about
Ottawa 67's centre Braeden Kressler picked up two more points in a loss the Saginaw Spirit on Sunday.
Top Prospect experience “something that will stay in my mind for a long time,” 67’s defender Henry Mews says
Making to the Top Prospect game and being named an assistant captain was a major marker for Henry Mews of the Ottawa 67's.
Ottawa wins historic first, loses next in back to back games at home
PWHL Ottawa celebrated an historic first home win Tuesday over Toronto but lost in regulation to Boston Wednesday.
Attack comeback: Ottawa drops a three-goal lead to lose to Owen Sound in OT
Ottawa 67's dropped a tough match to Owen Sound Sunday.