Christina Best is a modern martial artist, a mother and a mentor. Don’t let these photos fool you; she is a badass, but she’s also one of the friendliest people around. Christina trains out of Melbrook Martial Arts Academy, where she can be found almost every day, either smashing Thai pads, the heavy bag, or as acting instructor during Women’s only classes. Recently, Christina has been very busy, with fighting in the featured bout of Northern Fights (a local amateur promotion), followed by winning the National Championship for WAKO in her weight division. We sat down with Christina to......
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One of our favourite things about a Sudbury summer is the fact that we are literally surrounded by lakes! 330 lakes to be exact. If you are looking to get out on the water this summer, you need to check out the Sudbury Rowing Club. The Sudbury Rowing Club is a not for profit organization which is run solely by volunteers who are dedicated to the sport of rowing. They recently moved into their new location at the Northern Water Sports Centre! The Sudbury Rowing Club has a number of programs available to members throughout the summer starting this week. Programs:......
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This may seem like a weird combo but it is delicious, especially if you are a pickle lover. It is perfect as a side dish long side some of your summer barbecuing . This recipe is quick and easy, and uses very few ingredients. Makes 3-4 servings Ingredients: 1/2 green cabbage 1 Broccoli stalk 1 cup of chopped Parsley 1 cup of finely chopped Dill/Zesty Pickles or Beans 2 Tbsp Tahini 1/4 cup of Olive oil 1/2 tsp of pink Himalayan Salt 1 clove of minced Garlic Directions: Shred Cabbage and Broccoli stem (I used a food processor for......
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If you’ve seen the latest Nike or Adidas golf commercials you may be wondering, is this a golf ad or a CrossFit commercial? Golf companies are now marketing some of the best and brightest stars in the game as athletes – just like in any other sport. While you’ll still spot the occasional John Daly-esque physique on the course, more and more golfers are hitting the gym and look like well-conditioned athletes. If you want to improve your game this summer, work on getting stronger and more mobile, says Certified Personal Trainer, Oscar Cano. “In golf, you need to......
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Laurentian Universities’ Men’s Basketball team performed admirably this season. Throughout 19 games, the Voyageurs finished with a 6-13 record, recording an average of 70 points per game, with Collingwood native Sam Hirst performing impeccably. Hirst, who played the most minutes this season, participated in all 19 games and had 253 points overall which was third most for the Voyageur’s roster. “The season didn’t go exactly as we hoped, especially not a first round exit, but we all have to get past that,” says Hirst. “But, our highest point of the season was when we played Nipissing, it was do-or-die......
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Did you know Sudbury has a Roller Derby league? We got to hang out with some of the members of Nickel City Roller Derby a few weeks ago and we found out a little bit more about the awesome sport of roller derby! Can you give us some background information? How did Nickel City Roller Derby start? Elle Hoar, the founder of NCRD, had just passed Fresh Meat when she moved back to Sudbury and started up the first Women’s Flat Track Roller Derby league. Being new to the sport herself, she recruited, trained and organized the league with those who......
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If you’re looking for a way to stay active throughout the year, Sudbury Sport and Social Club has got you covered. They offer everything from soccer to dodgeball and with their affordable prices and member benefits – it’s the best way to stay active and social all year. We spoke with Matthew Rupoli, General Manager, to find out more! What’s the story behind Sudbury Sport and Social Club? The Sport and Social Club story stems all the way back to 1996 with the Toronto Sport and Social Club. You can read ab article about the founder Kristi Herold (Sudbury......
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There’s nothing quite like getting cozy and enjoying an hour or two escaping into a book. A luxury that often is the first to get left in the dust with everyone’s busy lives. With the warmer weather around the corner, the time to sit in the sun and relax is upon us and we want to make sure you’re prepared to maximize your enjoyment! With Reading Town in the area we’re putting our best reads forward and giving you our recommendations for your summer reading list! Adriana – The Outsiders, S.E. Hinton Most people had to read this......
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Hosting your first dinner party is a badge of honour needed in the pursuit of “adulthood.” But the question of “where do I even start?” could be too daunting of a thought and deter bright-eyed people like you and I from inviting some friends over and having a good time. I recently threw a dinner party, and using the same process my mom has been following for years I am glad to report it was a success! 1-2 weeks in advance Invite your guests! It won’t be much of a dinner party if no one shows up. Things to......
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Stats: Height: 6’2 Weight: 170 lbs Birthday: August 21st, 1996 School: Laurentian University Favourite Store in Sudbury: Sportchek Favourite Local Restaurant: Tony V’s Social Media: Matt Schouten on Facebook Matt Schouten is really hitting his stride. Success has come again this season for the Laurentian swimmer, following last year’s strong performance as Laurentian’s Rookie of the Year. In his second year as a Mining Engineering student, and as a varsity athlete for Laurentian, Matt has made the transition from freshman to sophomore success. This year, Matt was also awarded the Male Athlete of the Year for his accomplishments, “This......
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