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The 2022-2023 GOJHL season is fast approaching, and with that comes the need to fill a roster for the new campaign. After a successful season last year (the winningest regular season in Komoka Kings history), the team is looking to build off the momentum and ride it to even better results this coming year. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/new-season-new-signings/

Many different programs are offered by the 15 Y locations across Southwestern Ontario – and they’re all focused on providing community members with a safe and inclusive environment to meet your fitness goals. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/activity-and-inclusivity/

The Goalie Project, a pro goalie training program offered by Snipe Academy, leverages the Academy’s skill ice with its goalie ice to save parents money and stretch their hockey training dollar. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/puck-stopping-project-a-hit/ Snipe Academy

As we prepare to say goodbye to our hot summer days, our thoughts turn to back to school and, of course, to the start of hockey. The George Bray Sports Association has been preparing to welcome back all of our players for a new season of Canada’s game of hockey! https://londonsportsxpress.ca/back-and-ready-to-play/

In 1997, Miss Rebecca Brettingham-Filice, owner and Artistic Director of Dance Extreme Inc., had a dream. After teaching dance for many years and while studying Political Science at Western University, Miss Rebecca had a vision that started small and has only grown since. With the undying support of her parents, Bernice and John Brettingham, at the age of 21 Rebecca began teaching her own dance classes in St. Thomas at the Public Library and Dorchester Community Centre during the evenings while working a full-time day job. This was the inception of what we have come to know as Dance Extreme. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/celebrating-25-years/ Dance Extreme Inc

The Forest City Volleyball Club is serving up its 30th season of youth volleyball, and we would like to thank our community for their ongoing support and trust in our high-performance coaches and programs. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/30-years-stronger-than-ever/

The Komoka Kings are entering their 6th season in Komoka (5th full season, which doesn’t include the pandemic-lost 2020-2021 campaign) – and they’re coming in with excitement and energy for the new season. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/full-steam-and-full-season-ahead/

A new soccer season has also brought fresh new faces to FC LONDON.
Garrett Peters has been named the new head coach for the Club’s League1 Women’s team, and Ruben Quintão is the new head coach of the Men’s side. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/pro-soccer-returns-in-2022/

As we continue to ease out of the pandemic, it’s important for individuals of all ages to be active due to the sedentary routine the pandemic pushed us into. However, being active can be difficult – for adults and children alike. YMCASWO Staff, Volunteer & Alumni 😀 https://londonsportsxpress.ca/activity-and-inclusivity/

A Midsummer (soon to be) Classic. The word classic means ‘judged over a period of time to be of the highest quality and outstanding of its kind.’ This is why we mention ‘soon to be,’ because the 1st ever LMBL All Star Saturday Night, on August 6, was an astounding success. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/first-all-star-saturday-a-success/

Tickets officially went on sale (beginning Sept. 8) for the upcoming Vanier Cup, hosted for the first time by London and Western University, and the excitement will continue to build heading towards the Nov. 26 U SPORTS national football championship game. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/vanier-prep-in-full-swing/

In 1997, Miss Rebecca Brettingham-Filice, owner and Artistic Director of Dance Extreme Inc., had a dream. After teaching dance for many years and while studying Political Science at Western University, Miss Rebecca had a vision that started small and has only grown since. With the undying support of her parents, Bernice and John Brettingham, at the age of 21 Rebecca began teaching her own dance classes in St. Thomas at the Public Library and Dorchester Community Centre during the evenings while working a full-time day job. This was the inception of what we have come to know as Dance Extreme. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/celebrating-25-years/ Dance Extreme Inc

A great opportunity for 2011-born Kingston, who was invited to Kansas to participate in a tournament with Toronto FC Academy. Kingston met up with former LTFC player Tariq, who moved to Toronto last fall. Congratulations to both players on your continued success and development! https://londonsportsxpress.ca/movin-on-up/

Data and analytics continue to be the wave of the future in developing athletes in all sports. It’s no different in hockey, and the RapidShot training system is a key tool being used to improve players’ shots. It’s happening at Snipe Academy, a premiere hockey training facility in London, as young players are tapping into the technology to take their game to the next level. Snipe Academy https://londonsportsxpress.ca/take-your-best-shot/

Do you use a foam roller or balls to work out tight spots in your body? Let me tell you about a rolling protocol that l use – and recommend my clients use – to improve injury recovery, have better balance and coordination, relaxation, increase range of motion, improve posture and decrease pain levels. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/foam-rolling-that-doesnt-hurt/

The Forest City Volleyball Club is serving up its 30th season of youth volleyball, and we would like to thank our community for their ongoing support and trust in our high-performance coaches and programs. Forest City Volleyball Club https://londonsportsxpress.ca/30-years-stronger-than-ever/https://londonsportsxpress.ca/30-years-stronger-than-ever/

After an absence of three years, London and area residents will have the opportunity to pay tribute in person to a collection of London and Middlesex County residents who have made a significant difference to the local sporting community. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/hof-induction-returns-this-fall/https://londonsportsxpress.ca/hof-induction-returns-this-fall/

Congratulations to the London Majors who won their second straight IBL championship last night! London Majors

As we continue to ease out of the pandemic, it’s important for individuals of all ages to be active due to the sedentary routine the pandemic pushed us into. However, being active can be difficult – for adults and children alike. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/activity-and-inclusivity/https://londonsportsxpress.ca/activity-and-inclusivity/

Learning doesn’t stop at The Hockey Studio, and this summer goaltenders have plenty of opportunities to improve their skills and take their game to the next level. The Hockey Studio https://londonsportsxpress.ca/goaltending-school-is-in/

Our instructor, master sensei Steve Donovan, has 36 years of training and 26 years of instructing. So be prepared for some hardcore training. We don’t ‘play’ karate. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/karate-can-keep-you-strong-sharp/

The Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association (EMSA) is pleased to see the return of soccer to a more normal situation in 2022. EMSA would like to inform parents of some of the changes that they may see as the 2022 outdoor season gets underway. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/the-new-normal-in-2022/https://londonsportsxpress.ca/the-new-normal-in-2022/

Using a mouse for our jobs is commonplace now. Many of us have – or will have – injuries due to our mousing. I, myself, struggled with this exact issue when I had a desk job years ago. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/injuries-from-the-mouse/

It was created with the intention of offering all youth, regardless of skills or experience, the opportunity to practice their sport. And it has launched this summer! Next Level Sports (NLS), a program within BGC London, is breaking down barriers between youth and high-quality sports training. https://londonsportsxpress.ca/taking-it-next-level/