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Barrett, Triano say Nash has the tools to be a successful NBA head coach

Barrett, Triano say Nash has the tools to be a successful NBA head coach

Rowan Barrett remembers seeing Steve Nash covered in sweat, putting in work on the practice floor long before he was joined by his teammates. It was back in 2010, and Barrett was watching his friend, former teammate and godfather to his son R.J.

NFL's Chicago Bears keeping former CFL star Burris on coaching staff

The Chicago Bears will keep former CFL star Henry Burris on their coaching staff this season. Burris joined the Chicago staff for training camp as part of the Bill Walsh Diversity Coaching Fellowship.
NHL announces long list of anti-racism and inclusion initiatives

NHL announces long list of anti-racism and inclusion initiatives

TORONTO — The NHL unveiled a number of anti-racism initiatives Thursday, some eight months after the issue was brought to the forefront.

Hockey Canada cancels three events due to COVID-19 pandemic

CALGARY — Hockey Canada has cancelled three events due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Alyssa Cecere steps into coaching void for McGill women's hockey team

MONTREAL — Alyssa Cecere has been named interim head coach of McGill University's women's hockey team in the wake of Peter Smith's resignation.
University football teams navigate pandemic hurdles to get back on the field

University football teams navigate pandemic hurdles to get back on the field

One of the first things the University of Manitoba Bisons football team will learn when training camp opens is how to form a socially-distanced huddle.
Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley out for several weeks due to knee sprain

Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley out for several weeks due to knee sprain

Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley will be sidelined for several weeks with a right knee strain sustained late in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to visiting Montreal.
Lutsenko claims 1st Tour de France victory on Stage 6

Lutsenko claims 1st Tour de France victory on Stage 6

MONT AIGOUAL, France — On paper at least, Stage 6 of the Tour de France looked interesting, with a steep ascent toward the end that the 117-year-old race was scaling for the first time and which seemed like it might tempt top contenders to test each
Nets hire Canadian Hall of Famer Steve Nash to run floor as coach

Nets hire Canadian Hall of Famer Steve Nash to run floor as coach

Steve Nash was one of the NBA's most entertaining point guards, the engineer of a high-scoring team that helped usher in a new era of basketball. Now the Brooklyn Nets want to see what the Canadian can do as a coach.
Gustafson feels open-minded approach will be beneficial in Elite Series events

Gustafson feels open-minded approach will be beneficial in Elite Series events

Jeff Gustafson believes an open-minded approach will help him net a second straight Bassmasters Classic berth. The Kenora, Ont., resident is currently No. 33 in the Elite Series standings after five of the nine scheduled events.