Local Sports

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.

The Level 5 open class is as good as it gets in provincial gymnastics and Milan Knight was up to the challenge.

UNBC women add two local players to roster

Charles Barton is looking for a new basketball home. The UNBC Northern Timberwolves would love to have him under their roof. Barton, a 21-year-old guard/forward from Vernon, was on the Northern Sport Centre court for a weekend identification camp.

UNBC women add two local players to roster

Ever since his introduction to judo, Mark Whalley has envisioned tying a black belt around his waist. The milestone day is drawing nearer. Whalley, a 17-year-old from the Hart Judo Academy, will test for the belt in June.