Russia banned from using its name, flag at next two Olympics
GENEVA — Russia was banned Thursday from using its name, flag and anthem at the next two Olympics or at any world championships for the next two years. The Court of Arbitration for Sport’s ruling also...
View ArticleVancouver’s Rio Theatre to temporarily reopen as sports bar amid pandemic...
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Out of frustration with the province’s refusal to allow movie theatres to reopen, a new marquee at the front of Vancouver’s Rio Theatre reads, “Screw the Arts. We’re a Sports...
View ArticleVancouver’s Rio Theatre ‘likely’ can turn into sports bar, according to...
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — It looks like Vancouver’s Rio Theatre is getting the thumbs up from the province to turn into the Rio Sports Bar, even though the owner stresses she would much rather keep...
View ArticleSports fans placing bets ahead of Super Bowl Sunday
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend, and sports fans are already placing their bets for what oddsmakers are thinking could be a very close, nail-biting game. This year, the Kansas...
View ArticleVancouver business selling $20,000 All-Star jersey signed by Michael Jordan
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – It’s not even game-worn, but it’s fetching a big price – the same kind of money you might use for a down payment on a condo, or even buy a car with. However, if you’re looking...
View ArticleB.C.’s Dr. Henry says restrictions on youth sports could be loosened by end...
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – With COVID-19 restrictions largely still in place across B.C., Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry offered some hope to parents who want to see their kids allowed to play...
View ArticleVancouver Canucks practice up in the air amid additional COVID-19 cases
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – Their facilities open their doors on Monday, but when Vancouver Canucks players will hit the ice still remains unclear after another positive COVID-19 case was confirmed over...
View ArticleSport may be key to B.C.’s economic recovery, Horgan says
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Vancouver could be back in the running as a FIFA World Cup host city, and the COVID-19 pandemic might have something to do with it. Speaking to Sportsnet 650, B.C. Premier John...
View Article‘OK not to be OK’: Mental health takes top role at Olympics
TOKYO — For decades, they were told to shake it off or toughen up — to set aside the doubt, or the demons, and focus on the task at hand: winning. Dominating. Getting it done. For years, Simone Biles...
View ArticleUnvaccinated British Columbians may be denied entry to concerts, sporting events
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – If you refuse to get immunized against COVID-19, don’t assume you will be entitled to attend a Canucks game or a concert. B.C.’s top doctor is making it clear venues have her...
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B.C.’s Larry Walker makes history as he’s inducted into the Baseball Hall of...
MAPLE RIDGE (NEWS 1130) — Thousands of kilometres from his hometown of Maple Ridge, B.C., Larry Walker made history in Cooperstown, NY, as the second Canadian ever inducted into the Baseball Hall of...
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Big events in B.C. not spiking COVID-19 cases, says health authority
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Big events will keep happening in B.C. throughout the fourth wave, including Friday’s Whitecaps game, but Vancouver Coastal Health said no outbreaks have been linked to BC Place...
View ArticleBC Lions dedicate game to truth and reconciliation in Canada
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — The founder of Orange Shirt Day says seeing a stadium full of orange shirts at the upcoming BC Lions game will be a “dream come true,” especially ahead of Canada’s first...
View ArticleVancouver Canucks hope all players fully vaccinated ahead of training camp
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – Vancouver Canucks training camp gets underway in less than a week and the team says it’s their “goal to have all players fully vaccinated.” The club adds it is “in very good...
View ArticleNew West Baseball Star Justin Morneau prepares to enter Twins’ Hall of Fame
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — Hockey and lacrosse might be more popular in his area, but New Westminster’s Justin Morneau is grateful for where he was born, especially now that he’s being inducted into the...
View ArticleHockey fans criticize new bag policy at Rogers Place
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) — A new bag policy at Alberta’s Rogers Place, where the Oilers play, has drawn criticism from hockey fans on Twitter who claim it’s too restrictive. In alignment with NHL policy,...
View ArticleVancouver Giants to play home opener to smaller crowd at Langley Events Centre
Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story incorrectly said staff at Langley Events Centre do not need to be vaccinated. The story has been changed to reflect the correct information. VANCOUVER...
View ArticleCanucks/Kraken rivalry gets underway as political leaders place bets
No one has nailed down what to call it yet, but what will likely be a rivalry for years to come will begin tonight. The Vancouver Canucks are ending their six-game road trip with a visit to the Emerald...
View ArticleCroatian heritage centre celebrates 60 years of sports
Croatia S-C Vancouver, a non-profits sports club that runs recreational programs for youth and adults, is celebrating a big anniversary this month. President Dan Stefan admits the celebrations are...
View ArticleVancouver Canucks fire coach Travis Green, GM Jim Benning
The most disappointing start to a Vancouver Canucks season led to the most sweeping night of change in franchise history as both general manager Jim Benning and head coach Travis Green were fired...
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