OakvilleBeaver Sports

In golden form

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Adam van Koeverden is living up to the advance billing.

Sailors' medal hopes bleak

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Oskar Johansson and Kevin Stittle's medal hopes took a hit Monday after placing 15th and 11th in the two Tornado class races at the Olympics in Beijing.

Sinead shines at swim meet

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

While her brother Colin was preparing for his Olympic swimming debut, Sinead Russell was busy representing Canada at the North American Challenge Cup in Edmonton earlier this month.

Dragon boaters raise $70,000

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

For a change, the water on Sunday wasn't falling from the skies. Rather, it was smooth and calm on Lake Kelso for the fifth annual TigerTel Oakville Charity Dragon Boat Festival at Kelso Conservation Park.

Abbey Park runner claims 400-metre gold at national meet

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Michael Trnkus' decision to keep running throughout the summer certainly paid off.

Van Koeverden wins in record style

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 10:37:17 EST

BEIJING — Adam van Koeverden of Oakville has won his opening heat in the K-1 500 M kayak race and broke his own world record Tuesday on the way.

Van Koeverden advances to kayak finals

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:28:18 EST

BEIJING-Oakville's Adam Van Koeverden today advanced directly to Friday's finals in the men's K1 1000 metre kayak event by winning his heat.

Local chiropractor aids Nigerian runner in medal quest

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Twelve years after Donovan Bailey's memorable victory in Atlanta, another Oakville resident might have a say in who wins the men's 100-metre dash Olympic title.

Canadians eliminated with OT loss to U.S.

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Olympic medals hopes are over for Kara Lang, Diana Matheson and the Canadian women's soccer team.

Little League seeking coaches for '09

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Oakville Little League is currently accepting applications for the 2009 All-Star and Select programs.

Burloak wins atom title

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Burloak Canoe Club's atom boys' team (including one girl) won its division at a regional regatta last week.

Olympic dream ends for Lang, Matheson

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:20:20 EST

The Olympic dream has ended for Kara Lang, Diana Matheson and Canada’s women’s soccer program.

Ice defenceman turns Orange

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Taylor Metcalfe kept her priorities straight when she was considering where to play university hockey this season.

PW Stamps finish in style

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Dylan Tuske ran for 184 yards and three touchdowns as the Burlington peewee Stampeders concluded a perfect season with a 39-0 victory over Huronia in last weekend's South Central Ontario Football League championship game at Hamilton's Ivor Wynne Stadium.

U13 Avalanche smothers opposition at Gloucester soccer tournament

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Riding the momentum it gained by winning the Clarkson International Soccer Tournament two months ago, the Oakville Avalanche under-13 boys' rep squad dominated the competition at last weekend's Gloucester International tournament.

Former Blue Jays hope to help kids to new heights

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Armed with a 95 mile-per-hour fastball and a devastating slider, Duane Ward was one of Major League Baseball's most-feared relievers in the early 1990s.

Down, but not out

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:21:04 EST

BEIJING - Even though the Canadian women's soccer team has been going backwards based on its record here at the Olympic Games, Oakville's Kara Lang warns not to take too much stock in that.

Whalley routs Glace Bay in Little League title match

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Whalley Chiefs concluded a dominant showing at last week's Canadian Senior Little League Championship in Oakville with an 11-1 rout of the Glace Bay Tim Hortons Antonians in Friday's final.

Hurd leads team into relay final

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Oakville swimmer Andrew Hurd and his teammates competed for gold in the men's 4x200-metre freestyle relay final today (Wednesday) at the Olympic Summer Games in Beijing.

Receiver's big game in vain as Longhorns eliminated from playoffs

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

More than 400 passing yards and a record-setting performance by one of their receivers was only half-good enough for the Oakville Longhorns in last weekend's Northern Football Conference semifinals.

Canadian women through to soccer quarter-finals

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:13:57 EST

The news reached the women of Canada's Olympic soccer team about an hour before they took the pitch to face Sweden Tuesday: They were in the quarter-finals and step one of their goal had been achieved.

Canada ready to face China

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

BEIJING--Even for a team so accustomed to the road, this is going to be a different experience.

Whalley's call to arms key to its success

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

There was a long, difficult road ahead for the Canadian Senior Little League champion. And there wasn't much time to get there.

National rugby final at Crusader Park

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Niagara Lightning, which includes several local players, and Vancouver Wave will play for the Rugby Canada Super League Under-20 national championship Sunday at Crusader Park on 9th Line.

Non-contact hockey registration

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Halton Men's Non-Contact Hockey League is accepting registrations for the coming fall and winter season.

OT to host volleyball camp

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Oakville Trafalgar Red Devils will be holding a volleyball camp at the school from Monday, Aug. 25 to Friday, Aug. 29.

AC Milan soccer camp opens Monday

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The South West Soccer Academy will host the adidas Milan Junior Soccer Camp beginning Monday at the Bronte Athletic Field.

Lang helps Canada claim first Olympic victory

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

TIANJIN - Candace Chapman made history. It just took her a minute to realize it.

Currier shares top spot at GolfScene event

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Brad Currier of Oakville earned a three-way share of first place in the tyke division (11-and-under) at the GolfScene Tour at Wildwinds Golf Course in Fergus.

Oakville's Olympians this weekend

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Friday, 7 a.m.: Opening Ceremonies

Fusion unbeatable in Kingston

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Paterson Farrell scored on the 10th penalty kick as the Oakville Fusion Boys Under-16 C soccer team edged the Seaway Valley Blazers to win the championship at the Ambassador Cup in Kingston.

Russell leads Dolphins at age group nationals

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Sinead Russell won eight medals, including five golds, to lead the Dolphins Swim Club to an 11th place finish at the National Age Group Championships in Calgary.

Canadian Senior Little League Championships playoff recap

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Summaries of playoff games at the Canadian Senior Little League Championships.

Lang scores in Olympic opening win

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:06:20 EST

Oakville's Kara Lang scored in Canada's Olympic women's soccer debut, a 2-1 victory over Argentina. Lang headed in Rhian Wilkinson's free kick in the 71st minute for Canada's second goal.

Burloak celebrates its present, past at Olympic sendoff

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The day was set aside to recognize the four paddlers and the coach set to represent Canada at the Olympics.

Van Koeverden looking forward to carrying the flag for Canada

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

In two days, Adam van Koeverden will be picking up where he left off.

Denison leads Longhorns into semis

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Tommy Denison threw six touchdown passes to lead the Oakville Longhorns to a 45-21 playoff win over the Milton Marauders and advance to the Northern Football Conference semifinals.

Oakville falls just short of playoffs berth

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Oakville Whitecaps proved they belonged among the best teams in Canada but fell just short of having a chance to take a run at a national championship.

Oldershaw's six gold paces OAK at national swim championships

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Marni Oldershaw got her back back.

Hockey registration

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Halton Men's Non-Contact Hockey League is accepting registrations for the coming fall and winter season.

Kessler nets camp invite

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Local goalie Christina Kessler is one of 40 players to be invited to Hockey Canada's national women's under-22 team selection camp Aug. 10-17 at York University.

Paperweight Hawks claim 'C' title

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Oakville paperweight Hawks were no lightweights at the Greg Campbell Memorial tournament in Welland last weekend.

Late TD ends JV Invictas' season

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Oakville junior varsity Invictas' season ended Saturday with a 14-10 loss to the Toronto Jr. Argos at Bronte Athletic Field.

Milton's generosity the latest twist in football soap opera

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

With no shortage of twists and compelling subplots, the Northern Football Conference has seemed more like a soap opera than a sports league at times this season.

U16 squad guns down V-Elite opponents

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

The Oakville Gunners were the elite of the V-Elite at the recent Schawn USA CUP soccer tournament in Minnesota.

Local soccer players in CBC documentary

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Two Oakville girls will be featured in a CBC Television documentary, titled Girls of Summer, about female soccer players aspiring to make the national team.

Athletiques runner wins youth girls' Legion title

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Athletiques International runner Colleen Hennessy proved her elite abilities once again recently, winning gold in the youth girls' 3,000-metre run at the Ontario Legion Championships in Kitchener.

Mites enjoy Teddy Bear picnic

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

Members of the Oakville Mites will have to wait for another weekend to see one of the natural wonders of the world.

Whitecaps prepared to play for national crown

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EST

A team of Oakville little leaguers is taking a page from the Boy Scouts.

Meet Burloak's Olympians

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Local residents will have the opportunity to meet five Olympians just days before they head to the Olympics.