GORRIE – The annual TRI-umph Triathlon in Gorrie was held on Aug. 3, bringing dozens of families to the Howick Optimist Pool and splash pad site.
Sports
Huron United drop points in TMSL matches
An underwhelming performance saw Huron United Football Club fall by a score of 2-0 in their Tri-City Men's Soccer League against Riverside FC B on July 7.
Helmets for Life program returns for 11th year, promotes concussion awareness
LISTOWEL – An annual program that has helped equip many young skaters and hockey players with free protective gear is returning for its 11th year this September.
Junior Legionnaires take win over Mitchell Astros
LISTOWEL – The Listowel Junior Legionnaires were back at the John Bell Diamond on July 31 to go against the Mitchell Astros. The team came out with a successful 12-2 victory.
Wroxeter sunset boating
Nearly 30 boats set off to catch golden hour on the river in a variety of watercraft.
Junior Legionnaires host double header
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Legionnaires Junior Team hosted a double header on July 25 against the London Talons. The local boys struggled to round the bases, posting 3-2 and 15-5 losses.
Listowel Minor Soccer U8 team smiles at the end of its’ season
NEWRY - The Listowel Minor Soccer U8-2B team participated in the year-end tournament on July 24 and 25 after a fun-filled season. The team went 1-2-0 in the tournament, which was hosted at the soccer fields at Elma Township Public School.
Local run club hosts a Try-A-Triathlon event
LISTOWEL - A group from the local Saturday Morning Runners run club organized and participated in a Try-A-Triathlon event at the Listowel Memorial Park on July 20.
Elma Express U17 Girls compete in Mitchell Girls Fastball Invitational
MITCHELL – The Elma Express U17 Girls recently competed in the Mitchell Girls Fastball Invitational.
In Photos: Listowel Lightnings host July 25 swim meet
LISTOWEL - The Listowel Lightning swim team hosted a meet on July 25 at the Listowel Memorial Pool.
Listowel Panthers compete at Scorpion Beach Tournament
EMERALD LAKE - The Listowel Panthers beach team recently competed at the Scorpion Beach Tournament at Emerald Lake on July 4 in the U15 division.
Figure skater recognized
WALKERTON – Mayor Chris Peabody, right, presents Lauren Schneider of the Walkerton Figure Skating Club with a certificate of recognition, during the July 14 council meeting.
U13 Elma Avengers claim Ontario West Championship
The U13 Elma Avengers took the top spot at the Ontario West Championship over the weekend thanks to accrodng to coach Ryan Buchanan, stringing together a powerful blend of pitching, speed, and timely hitting across five games that showcased the depth and determination of the young squad.
Local junior golfers set to compete in championship
Approximately 600 top young golfers are competing in the Optimist International Junior Golf Championship at Trump National Doral in Miami, Florida.
Weekly bocce ball in full swing – all welcome
LISTOWEL – Bocce ball has been underway at Elwood Smith Lane in Listowel since May. A group of…
