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The St. Albert Slash are determined to win their way to the 2011 Esso Cup instead of playing at the national championship as the host team. "We know we have an automatic spot but it's not really what we're thinking.

The Paul Kane Blues are ranked fifth in the 16-team seeding bracket at the 4A provincial women’s volleyball tournament, starting Thursday at Hunting Hills High School in Red Deer.

A Night of Sparkle at the Enjoy Centre officially launched the 2011 Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games. "It's absolutely amazing.

The St. Albert Steel continue to forge ahead in the standings after sweeping last weekend’s home stand at Performance Arena.

The Sir George Simpson Voyageurs added another championship banner to their wall of fame after winning the SAPEC girls’ volleyball final.

The Paul Kane Blues settled for second best in the Edmonton zone in women's volleyball.

A tradition of excellence in junior high volleyball continues for the Lorne Akins Gators. Their SAPEC-leading 13th boys’ championship was celebrated in Thursday’s hard-fought 29-27, 22-25, 25-12, 25-23 victory against the William D.

The St. Albert Slash moved one step closer to their goal of a national championship with a return trip to the prestigious Mac’s tournament.

St. Albert Steel captain Mike Giese will make team history tonight against the Canmore Eagles. Giese will play in his 180th career game for the Steel in the Alberta Junior Hockey League, surpassing the record of 179 games by Bryce Williamson.

Organizers of the first marathon in St. Albert history are projecting more than 1,000 runners will hopefully compete in the May 15 event.