Local Sports

Out of the plumes of dust billowing in the air emerge a row of racing horses, their hooves pounding the track like thunder. The chariot and chuck wagons drivers furiously pump their arms as they whip around the barrels and around the track.

A long-time local football player has taken the next step in his journey through the gridiron.

Bonnyville's impressive list of athletic exports has put it on the map for such sports as hockey, football and boxing, but soon the town may have a name for itself in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA).

The St. Paul Regional High School celebrated its 17th annual sports awards night to recognize the best individual and team efforts from the 2015-16 school year.

The final local Track and Field meet for local schools took place on June 7, as the St. Paul Athletics Association hosted the junior high track and field championship.

The Fort Kent boxing champion did not disappoint a packed arena of supporters. Rob “Raging Bull” Nichols went 10 rounds deep with rival Frank “The Hammer” White to remain Canadian Cruiserweight Champion at the Cold Lake Energy Centre on June 4.

When it comes to Alberta high-school track and field, every athlete strives to make it to the provincial competition - to represent their school and compete against the best in the province.

Devoted golfers won't let a little rain get in the way of their tee-time, but local hockey alumni took tough to a whole new level on Saturday.

Motocross has always been a main choice those who have a need for speed and a passion for off-road driving. The rush of riding two-wheeled vehicles over bumpy and hilly terrain is one of the reasons why the sport has such a cult following.

After a very competitive St. Paul Athletics Association (SPAA) competition between the St. Paul area schools, the Regional track also played host to the Northeast Zones Track and Field competition on May 25. St.