Novembre en Action Brings Free Sports Activities to Youth in Eastern Townships

Novembre en Action Brings Free Sports Activities to Youth in Eastern Townships

Sherbrooke, November 14, 2024 - In the latest episode of Reaching Out to the Community on CJMQ 88.9 FM, host Derek Bullard welcomed Marie-Claude Cyr, Communications Coordinator at Conseil Sport Loisir de l'Estrie, to discuss an exciting new initiative, Novembre en Action. This project, offers free sports opportunities to youth aged 6 to 12 across the Eastern Townships. Cyr explained that the project stemmed from a regional multi-sport meeting where […]

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Gaiters Win Wild 3-OT Loney Bowl; Claim First AUS Championship

Lennoxville, November 9, 2024 - Bishop’s Gaiters are AUS champions for the first time in history after a thrilling triple-overtime victory over the Saint Mary’s Huskies, capturing the 2024 AUS Loney Bowl presented by Bell with a 25-22 win at Coulter Field. Xavier Gervais’ 25-yard field goal in the third overtime sealed the historic victory, sending fans into a frenzy. The game delivered high drama in the final moments. Down […]

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Carey Price Surprises Young Hockey Players in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke, October 7, 2024 - Young hockey players were in for a big surprise on Sunday at the Thibault GM Sports Complex in Sherbrooke when they came face-to-face with Montreal Canadiens goalie Carey Price. Price used the opportunity to chat with some of the young fans present. One of them, Eric Duval’s son Elliot, who had a dream come true meeting his idol. His father described his son's reaction as […]

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6 Games This Weekend in the Regional Hockey League

Sherbrooke, October 2, 2024 - The Regional Hockey League season is off to a strong start. Maçonnerie Lauzière de Saint-Cyrille has put pressure on the competition by winning their first two games. With a short 20-game season, early victories are just as crucial as those later on for securing a good position in the standings. Maçonnerie Lauzière will play two more games this weekend, facing Dynamik Service Agricole in Coaticook […]

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Success for Phoenix Golf Tournament and New Team Leadership Unveiled

Sherbrooke, September 9, 2024 -The annual Phoenix de Sherbrooke Study Fund Golf Tournament, held on September 5, 2024, marked a notable success with its new format. The event, which was fully booked, managed to raise a substantial $67,250 for the Study Fund, continuing its tradition of strong community support. The Phoenix organization expressed gratitude to the Sherbrooke Golf Club, main sponsors Desjardins and Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, and collaborative partner, […]

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New Season for the Regional Hockey League Kicks Off September 27

Sherbrooke, August 29, 2024 The Ligue Régional de Hockey (LRH) is poised to launch its new season on September 27, featuring a promising slate of opening games. This year, the league featuring Senior Triple A caliber, has restructured its organization, moving from a traditional board format to a more collaborative approach involving team owners and a dedicated working committee. Robert Legault, spokesperson for the LRH, emphasized that fans should pay particular attention […]

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Sherbrooke Unveils State-of-the-Art Pool at Parc Victoria

Sherbrooke, August 22, 2024 – The city of Sherbrooke has officially opened its latest aquatic facility, the À-la-Claire-Fontaine pool, located in Parc Victoria. This modern pool is one of the largest in Sherbrooke, boasting cutting-edgeamenities designed for accessibility and inclusivity. The project,entirely funded by the city, cost $9.2 million.Key Features of the Facility:Heated Pool: With a maximum depth of 1.4 meters.Swimming Lanes: Three 25-meter lanes available from 10:30 AM to […]

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Magog Judoka Yannick Desgasne to represent France at veteran world championships

Despite living in Canada for over a decade, Yannick Desgasne, a judo athlete from Magog, Quebec, will represent France at the Veteran World Championships in Las Vegas. Desgasne, who recently secured a third-place finish at the Canadian Championships, earned his spot at the international event but will compete under the French flag due to his citizenship status. His daughter and students have also been motivated by his commitment to the […]

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Sherbrooke’s Camping Île-Marie competes in National Ball Hockey League finals for LDK Cup

Camping Île-Marie, a local ball hockey team from Sherbrooke, will be playing for the LDK Cup in the National Ball Hockey League finals. The team is entering the finals after finishing third in the regular season under the leadership of Captain Wayne Létourneau, who started playing deck hockey at 12 years old. Létourneau expressed confidence in their preparation and determination, noting that “when you make sacrifices, like in everything in life, good […]

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