Since Boston took the Stanley Cup in June, and this week is the long-awaited exhibition game against Montreal in Halifax, it’s time to find out whether David Hendsbee or Darren Fisher takes the prize. We’re impressed with Hendsbee’s wardrobe, but it’s hard not to be impressed that Fisher named his son Bruen in honour of the […]
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Why Halifax is a Montreal Canadiens town
Once upon a time the question of which National Hockey League team Halifax supports would have been a no-brainer. Boston may be a good neighbour, but that’s about Christmas trees more than hockey. Toronto’s Maple Leafs are constant post-season bridesmaids and Halifax has had enough disappointments. There’s always the Penguins flirtation, but how can you […]
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Calling all superfans
You’ve got the jerseys hanging on your wall. When you drink beer, it’s from a cup branded with your team’s name, or in one of those weird cozies. You are prone to watching games in full uniform and face-paint, even if it’s just you in your fancave alone. When the topic comes up, you’ll defend […]
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Halifax Waterfront gets spiked
Next week, Haligonians won’t have to skip town to get to the beach—the beach is coming to us. A whopping 2,000 tonnes of sand will be dumped on the Halifax Waterfront, burying the Salter Street parking lot and transforming the hunk of pavement into world-class beach volleyball courts. Thanks to Derek Martin (president of Sports […]
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Knocked out
Boxing’s on the defensive. The art of pugilism is taking a beating at the hands of mixed martial arts. Ultimate fighting has marketing clout, heavy-hitting hype. Another potential blow to the sweet science comes from the very games being played here. The 2011 Canada Games mark the 40th anniversary—and final appearance, for the foreseeable future—of […]
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Coast video: Joel Plaskett does Grand Parade
The Joel Plaskett Emergency drew thousands of fans (including Premier Darrell Dexter) into Grand Parade Square on Valentine’s Day for a free show during the 2011 Canada Games. Coast videographer Sandi Rankaduwa was there, and brings us this recap.
