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Canadian men's rugby sevens coach Sean White to leave role in July

Canadian men's rugby sevens coach Sean White to leave role in July

LANGFORD — Canadian men's rugby sevens head coach Sean White will leave his role with the team in July, Rugby Canada said Wednesday. The change will be made upon the conclusion of the first term of his contract, the organization said in a statement.
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Philadelphia Union rally with two late goals to defeat Toronto FC 2-1

Philadelphia Union rally with two late goals to defeat Toronto FC 2-1

TORONTO — Kai Wagner set up the tying goal and scored the winner as the Philadelphia Union rallied late to down Toronto FC 2-1 in MLS play Wednesday, extending its unbeaten run to 10 games in all competitions.
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Former pro players Auclair, O'Connor named to Canadian men's flag football team

Former pro players Auclair, O'Connor named to Canadian men's flag football team

OTTAWA — Former professional players Antony Auclair and Michael O'Connor have earned roster spots on Canada's national men's flag football team. The two were among 12 players named to the squad following its national identification camp.
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Hockey players' trial hears interviews two accused gave to police in 2018

Hockey players' trial hears interviews two accused gave to police in 2018

LONDON — The detective who lead the initial investigation into allegations of sexual assault involving five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team told their trial Wednesday he had formed a general assessment of the case before speaking
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After close loss in PWHL final, Ottawa Charge brace for roster shakeup

After close loss in PWHL final, Ottawa Charge brace for roster shakeup

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Charge have plenty to be proud of after a strong showing in the Professional Women's Hockey League's second season, but the real test lies ahead with inevitable roster changes on the horizon.
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Chelsea beats Real Betis 4-1 to win Conference League and complete set of UEFA titles

Chelsea beats Real Betis 4-1 to win Conference League and complete set of UEFA titles

WROCLAW, Poland (AP) — Chelsea rallied to beat Real Betis 4-1 in the Conference League final on Wednesday and become the first team to have all four of UEFA’s club competitions in its trophy collection.
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Wildcats coach Gardiner MacDougall reflects on family tragedy at Memorial Cup

Wildcats coach Gardiner MacDougall reflects on family tragedy at Memorial Cup

RIMOUSKI — Taylor MacDougall was expecting to see his team hit the ice at the Memorial Cup on Monday when he received a devastating phone call.
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Reigning Stanley Cup champion Panthers get second shot at closing out Hurricanes in Eastern final

Reigning Stanley Cup champion Panthers get second shot at closing out Hurricanes in Eastern final

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Florida Panthers missed on their first chance to eliminate the Carolina Hurricanes and return to the Stanley Cup Final for the third straight year. Closing out a playoff series isn't easy, even for the reigning Cup champions.
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Jets captain Lowry likely to miss start of next season after undergoing hip surgery

Jets captain Lowry likely to miss start of next season after undergoing hip surgery

WINNIPEG — Winnipeg Jets captain Adam Lowry is expected to miss the start of the next NHL season as he recovers from hip surgery. The Jets updated Lowry's status in a statement Wednesday, a day after Lowry underwent the procedure.
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Young Canadians open Oceania Rugby U20s Challenge with 44-20 win over Samoa

Young Canadians open Oceania Rugby U20s Challenge with 44-20 win over Samoa

NADI — Scrum half Stephen Webb scored two tries to help Canada open the 2025 Oceania Rugby U20s Challenge with a 44-20 win over Samoa on Wednesday.
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