Sports
Recent stories about sports
Explore Edmonton tests reusable dishware at basketball event
Explore Edmonton is testing a partnership with a reusable-dishware provider to further reduce waste at events.
Visitor economy in focus during Tourism Week
Explore Edmonton is highlighting the value of the visitor economy as Canada heads into National Tourism Week from April 20 to 24.
On the agenda: Taxes, budget, River Crossing
This week, council will discuss the drivers of tax increases, vote on increasing the budget for various capital projects, and consider approving the first phase of the River Crossing Community Development.
Connection seen as the key for healthy community leagues
Calls to action from community leagues should be framed as an invitation to build social ties, not just a plea to keep the lights on, suggests the executive director of the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues.
A moment in history: Feb. 20, 1952
On this day in 1952, the Edmonton Mercurys were rowdily representing Canada at the 1952 Olympic Games in Oslo.
Quadball invites trans and queer women to play
A sports organization that celebrates inclusivity at a time when exclusion of some amateur athletes is on the rise is inviting transgender and queer women and girls to try quadball.
A moment in history: May 30, 1972
On this day in 1972, sports fans were about to learn who would play for the brand-new Edmonton Oilers.
Events promote women and girls to throw TDs or drop in
Two events that focus on encouraging women and girls to get involved in sports are set to close out the summer.
A moment in history: July 10, 1971
On this day in 1971, the City of Edmonton was investigating the torn-up turf at Clarke Stadium.