Category: Sport News

22-year average time to fix bridges in Scotland

New analysis has revealed that it takes on average 22 years to fix a bridge in Scotland, with many crumbling in the Highlands. Major upgrades are needed for 35 vital crossings (“substandard bridges”), however, research has shown that some communities are waiting years – sometimes decades – for crucial changes to be made. The report reveals that Argyll and Bute Council noticed the Connel Bridge that crosses from Loch Etive to Connel near Oban required work in 2016, however, it will not be signed off until 2024. The Connell Bridge is located near Oban. Image: Kevin McGlynn. One of the…Continue Reading

Belleville Sports Hall of Fame Call for Nominations

Nominations are now open for the Belleville Sports Hall of Fame (BSHoF). To date, 110 individuals and six teams have been inducted into the hall, their plaques proudly on display in the Dr. RL Vaughan Atrium at the Quinte Sport and Wellness Centre. BSHoF Committee Chair Ian Press says submissions are being accepted in the categories of Athletes, Builders and Teams. Those who were born or lived in the Belleville area and have brought sporting honor to the community on the regional, national or international stage may be eligible. Nomination forms can be found on the BSHoF website. A…Continue Reading

Arsenal hold talks to sign Chelsea star Mason Mount ahead of Liverpool | Football

Mason Mount is expected to leave Chelsea at the end of the season (Picture: Getty) Arsenal have joined Liverpool and Manchester United in the race to sign Chelsea contract rebel Mason Mount this summer. Mount is expected to leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the season as his current contract expires in the summer of 2024 and talks over a new deal have stalled. The 24-year-old is closing in on 200 first-team appearances for his boyhood club and helped Chelsea win the Champions League in 2021. But his form has dropped off this season, with Mount scoring just three…Continue Reading

Nairn and Stonehaven in the list of Scotland’s most expensive seasides

Scotland’s most expensive seaside properties in the north and north-east are in Nairn and Stonehaven, a new study from the Bank of Scotland has found. Those looking to settle in the two coastal towns will have to fork out a hefty £234,470 and £248,633 respectively to take in the sea air. Lossiemouth saw the largest house price increase from 2021 to 2022 with property soaring 23% in cost to £197,364. on the other hand, those looking for more of a bargain will be better off house-hunting in Invergordon (£114,962), Wick (£124,857), Thurso (£126,716) and Fraserburgh (£132,364) where some of the…Continue Reading

Hockey Canada rules 2018 junior players ineligible for international competition pending investigation

Hockey Canada says players from the 2018 world junior hockey team will not be considered for international competition until an investigation into an alleged sexual assault involving members of the team is complete. In a statement obtained Monday evening by The Canadian Press, Hockey Canada indicated the decision was made earlier this year and that players from the team will not be considered until “the investigation and adjudicative process of the alleged incident in 2018 is complete.” Hockey Canada says the decision has been communicated to the management group for the upcoming hockey world championship scheduled May 12-28 in Tampere,…Continue Reading

Sports Hall of Fame induction returns June 14

For the first time since 2019, the Greater Sudbury Sports Hall of Fame will be adding new names to the long list of outstanding local athletes For the first time since June, 2019, the Greater Sudbury Sports Hall of Fame will host its traditional June Induction Ceremony Dinner. Not only is the event returning for the first time since the pandemic, but it is also combining a pair of new classes as we reconcile at the Caruso Club. “Set for the evening of Wednesday, June 14th, 2023, this year’s event will welcome the Class of 2020 (which was announced just…Continue Reading

The non-disparagement clause; some Canadian athletes feel contractually silenced | NanaimoNewsNOW

“It’s a form of manipulation is how I see it,” says one Olympian veteran, whose contract contains a non-disparagement clause. “Your voice could potentially never be heard. It’s the controlling factor of the federation. That’s what they have over you. “It goes against the safe-sport principles of having a voice and being heard if things aren’t OK.” Among Speed ​​Skating Canada’s list of athlete obligations in its 2022-23 contract is they must agree to “not bring disrepute or negative publicity to themselves or SSC directly or indirectly through posts, comments, shares, likes, or associations on social media channels (Facebook ,…Continue Reading

Shortened Circuit of Ireland Rally well on the road to being a huge success

Headquartered in Cookstown, the traditional Easter fixture will be held over one day instead of the usual two in an effort to minimize costs for the 120 competitors that are set to take part. Clerk of the course Wayne Turkington says the roads that have been picked out — and the terrain they take in — should ask all the right questions of the crew, and make for a very exciting spectacle. The first two special stages bring the rally to the Sperrin mountains before cars head back for a short service halt at the Cookstown 100 pits. After this,…Continue Reading