Edmonton Oilers re-sign defenceman Ethan Bear to a two-year contract extension

What a difference a year makes for young Edmonton Oilers defenceman Ethan Bear. Last year, Bear, who is from Ochapowace Nation in Saskatchewan, entered NHL…

COVID-19 pandemic plays havoc with Six Nations sports

To say 2020 was a historical year in Six Nations sports would be an understatement. Instead of looking back and reflecting on various Six Nations…

Tootoo felt pride representing Canada at 2003 World Junior Hockey Championships

Representing Team Canada at the 2003 World Junior Hockey Championships was definitely an emotional experience for former NHL forward Jordin Tootoo. Described by scouts as…

Angelina Bomberry truly excited about winning Wendy Cathcart Bursary

Last November was a magical time for McMaster University Marauders women’s fastpitch player Angelina Bomberry. Bomberry, who began her softball career in 2009, with the…

Four years ago Six Nations Brandon Montour made NHL debut

Approximately four years ago Ohsweken’s own Brandon Montour received that much anticipating life changing phone call. This offensive minded right-handed shooting defenceman who was drafted…

Lacrosse coach recalls racist treatmtent, trash being thrown at indigenous players

During what has been an illustrious coaching career, Six Nations Jay Smith has witnessed his fare share of racism. Smith, who over the years has…

Turtle Island Lacrosse about providing mentorship for Indigenous youth

In retrospect, Turtle Island Lacrosse couldn’t have come along at a better time. Following a frustrating summer which saw Six Nations sports cancelled due to…

Arrests made in Wayne Gretzky memorabilia theft

Days before Christmas, the Gretzky family received an early Christmas present as two arrest were made in connection with stolen Wayne Gretzky hockey memorabilia. “I…

Vancouver Canucks facing major backlash over Orca team logo

The Vancouver Canucks Orca team logo has come under fire. This iconic logo, which was created in 1997 and proudly displayed on the player’s uniforms…

Reggie and Jamie Leach the only Indigenous father and son to hoist the Stanley Cup

Chances are most hockey fans might be stumped if asked who the only Indigenous father and son are to win a Stanley Cup. Hockey Hall…

World Junior Hockey Championships hold special meaning for Carey Price

As a young up and coming goaltender, Carey Price first established himself with Team Canada where in 2007, he grabbed MVP honors after helping them…

Sabres’ defenceman Brandon Montour working with Kids Help Phone to spread message of hope

Buffalo Sabres defenceman Brandon Montour has an important message of hope for the First Nations, Inuit and Metis youth from across Canada. Both Montour and…

Cleveland Indians will be abandoning their traditional team name

The Cleveland Indians will soon be altering Major League Baseball history. This proud franchise who since 1915, have gone by the team name Indians have…

Six Nations to host sessions targeting anti-Indigenous racism in lacrosse

There is a long history of anti-Indigenous racism in the world of lacrosse. NLL rookie Marshall Powless touched upon how through the years he unfortunately…

GOJHL targeting a possible mid-January start to season

While nothing is set in stone, the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League is now targeting a January 15th start. Naturally, this time frame can change…