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What goes into maintaining the world’s oldest ballpark?
Step inside Labatt Park, with head groundskeeper Mitch Lumley, to learn what goes into preparing the historic diamond for games, including for the team’s longest tenant – the London Majors.
Elgersma enjoying new home in Winnipeg
London, Ontario-born quarterback Taylor Elgersma is getting comfortable with the Blue Bombers as he strives towards a successful CFL career – a goal unique for Canadian quarterbacks.
The women’s flag football hype gets louder
In early June, U Sports announced the introduction of women’s flag football as a pilot sport beginning in the 2027-28 school year. One Western University alumna, Dr. Olivia Ghosh-Swaby, played a major role.
Well-traveled Janisse locking down games for Majors
Skylar Janisse, the closer for the London Majors, set the franchise record for most saves in a season last year and tied the all-time CBL mark, etching his name in the record books.
Topping has pro lacrosse in his sights
Finn Topping, a goalie who was selected second overall in this year’s Ontario Junior Lacrosse League draft, has his priorities set: Lacrosse comes first before all, which he hopes leads to a career in the National Lacrosse League.
Majors’ bats leading the way early in ’26
Around the Diamond: After slow start, Burney heating up; Pimentel impressive in first two starts; Cristian Inoa a new pickup for London via Ottawa; Escotto setting the table — and leading league in hits; Three games in three days this weekend.
Lenihan, a Thunderbird legend, looking to make his mark with Majors
First baseman Trent Lenihan, a native of White Rock, BC, has landed in the Forest City this summer. He’s hoping to put up big numbers in the CBL and propel himself to the next level.
From small town to the nation’s capital: Sadie Waite’s path to the pros
Sadie Waite, who grew up in St. Thomas and played for the Whitecaps and FC London in the Forest City, is just getting started in her pro career – in her home country.
Majors look to build momentum in early CBL play
Around the Diamond: London is 2-1 in first three; Majors welcome Guelph — for first time since playoffs; Déjà vu in Brantford? Joseph picks up where he left off — in 2024; Pimentel ready for debut; and more!
FC London sets sights on development, excellence on the pitch
FC London’s women’s team has a new coach in 2026 and is focused, more than ever, on developing young players and sending them off for success at the next level.
Kpehe defied odds at every level to reach CFL
Steven Kpehe, who was recently drafted by the CFL’s Calgary Stampeders, has carved a path of discipline, patience and self-belief since his time at London South Collegiate Institute.
Majors gear up for 2026 with new team – in new league
The London Majors have undergone a massive facelift over the offseason, welcoming scores of new players for the 2026 season – the first in the new Canadian Baseball League, which ushers in a new era of professional baseball in Ontario.