Local Sports

Bow Valley carried a 26-5 advantage early in the second half with Foothills battling back for a furious finish.

Though geographically closer to Calgary, the town raised the Edmonton Oilers flag at The Station at Cochrane Crossing to cheer on the Canadian contenders as they take on the Florida Panthers.

The George McDougall Mustangs came in first, W.H. Croxford in second, and the Cochrane Cobras in third place.

Despite the overnight efforts of organizers and volunteers, who worked on-site until 4:30 a.m., the decision was made to cancel the event out of concern for participant safety.

As an Alberta-based team representing Canada in the NHL playoffs, the Oilers will be honoured locally with a flag raising ceremony at The Station.

In Mitford Park, under the blistering sun, the Bow Valley Rugby Club held its Club Day on May 31. Close to 300 club members, from youth all the way to senior players, turned out to play.

Nathan Peacock and Myka Barvir travelled to Lévis, Quebec to compete in the Canadian Taekwon-Do Federation International (CTFI) National Championships held on May 17–18.

After celebrating its 25th anniversary last year, Footstock, Cochrane’s beloved annual running and triathlon event, is back for its 26th edition—stronger than ever.

The President of the Cochrane Curling Club says the proposed takeover of the SLS Centre by YMCA Calgary will force closure of On-The-Rocks lounge and harm club's ability to function.

The U15 Girls Kodiaks of the Cochrane Volleyball Club claimed a silver medal at the national championship on May 17, in the club's first year of operation.