Local Sports

Prince George and northern B.C. players could figure prominently in this year's National Hockey League entry draft. NHL Central Scouting released its final pre-draft rankings on Monday.

A weekend of showcasing their stick and puck skills moved eight local players to the next stage of B.C. Hockey's Under-17 high performance program.

Elijah Zwiers made short work of his opponents Saturday at the Prince George Open judo tournament. In judo, you don't get a second chance if you get tossed onto your back.

From the gentle waves of West Lake near Prince George to the saltwater currents of Offats Bayou, Texas, Angela Naeth has certainly come a long way. The 29-year-old triathlete is off to a great start in her third season on the pro 70.

Keith Good called it "a corporate decision.

Local blueliner Michael King on radar of NHL scouts

One season into his junior hockey career, Michael King has the complete attention of National Hockey League scouts. King, a six-foot-four, 205-pound defenceman for the Westside Warriors of the B.C.

The head coach of the UNBC men's basketball team said "there's a possibility" that Jose Araujo will be back in Northern Timberwolves colours next season.

In the month he's spent in Prince George as a guest instructor of the Hart Judo Academy, Kazunari Akashi has developed a few likes and dislikes about his new surroundings.

Steady rainfall, persistent fog and a sloppy course made for a challenging day on the slopes Sunday at the Whister Cup alpine races at Whistler-Blackcomb.