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Fleming discovering her new role — rising star
At 23, Jessie Fleming is meeting the challenge of playing on the world’s biggest pitches with her heroes — while evolving into one herself.

Plumb excited to compete again, shoot for a title
In his return to London, Lightning basketball head coach Doug Plumb is recruiting for conditioning and hard-nosed talent to hit the ground running in 2022.

Zadorsky relishing prime of her career
All the hard work has paid off. Shelina Zadorsky is an Olympic champion, she’s captain with Tottenham Hotspur, and she’s loving life playing in one of the top leagues in the world.

Last Lightning game? It was Forte on fire
Columnist Jason Winders takes a look back at the last time the Lightning hit the hardcourt. Plus, notes from around the basketball — and sports — world.

Brown emerging as a star back with Illini
Chase Brown grew up dominating on London’s football fields, with his twin brother, Sydney. Now, he’s setting rushing records at the University of Illinois — with his brother still by his side.

Countdown to tipoff: Lightning schedule set
As the London Lightning recruit a coach and players for the 2022 season, one thing is now set: A 24-game schedule that will feature opponents from Ontario — and the U.S.

NBL, Lightning to return this winter
The National Basketball League of Canada has announced it will return, after a lengthy hiatus, in February 2022, nearly two years since teams last took the court.

Sport is on the screen at annual film festival
Highlighted by Roots of Lacrosse and Undeniably Young, there is certainly something for the sports fan at this year’s Forest City Film Festival.

Sexton hitting her stride ahead of big races
Leslie Sexton, 34, who pounded the pavement in London for nearly a decade, is in a good place — physically and mentally — heading into the Canadian 10K Championships.

Brochu’s mental training setting him apart
Brett Brochu’s routine, apart from his daily physical regimen, includes cognitive training that has helped elevate him to NHL prospect.

A special night at Labatt Park
Columnist Jason Winders on Friday night’s Majors win, the game’s ability to bring a city together, and a franchise that finally earned its due.

Chanderdat wants to win one for Majors family, fans
He’s the franchise’s all-time wins leader, at 337. Just three more this year would mean a championship for Roop Chanderdat — the first for the Majors since 1975.