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NSL Vancouver Rise FC vs Calgary Wild FC
Vancouver Rise FC lit up Swangard Stadium on Saturday afternoon, putting six past Calgary Wild FC to stretch their unbeaten run to eight straight matches.
The home side looked dangerous from the start. Jessica De Filippo nearly opened the scoring early with a header over the bar, but the breakthrough came in the 15th minute. Pressing high, De Filippo forced a mistake from Calgary goalkeeper Stephanie Bukoveć, allowing Latifah Abdu to pounce and slot the ball into an empty net.
Rise nearly doubled the lead soon after through Holly Ward, whose shot was deflected into Lisa Pechersky’s path, but Bukoveć managed to deny her follow-up. Calgary’s Jorian Baucom came close to equalizing on the counter, only for Rise keeper Morgan McAslan to shut the door with a sharp save.
Ward thought she had made it 2-0 in stoppage time, but her effort rattled the post. Moments later, De Filippo made amends with the goal of the night, punishing a loose back pass from 35 yards out by lobbing Bukoveć to give Rise a two-goal cushion at the half.
Halftime featured a special moment off the pitch as the club introduced new signing Jaimie Perrault to the home crowd. Excitement then turned to waiting, as the start of the second half was pushed back 15 minutes because of lightning in the area. The delay did nothing to cool Vancouver’s momentum once play resumed.
The second half was all Vancouver. Abdu struck again in the 54th minute after a strong run and cutback from Ward. McAslan then made a brilliant double save to protect the lead before Quinn coolly converted a penalty in the 66th minute to make it 4-0.
From there, the floodgates opened. Mariah Lee powered home from a Quinn corner in the 72nd minute, and Pechersky curled in a stunning strike six minutes later to cap the scoring at 6-0. Rise nearly had a seventh late on, but Bukoveć stopped Anna Bout’s breakaway, and Ward’s follow-up trickled just wide.
The emphatic win mirrored a previous 6-0 scoreline for Rise FC and showed once again why they’re one of the league’s most dangerous sides.
Vancouver now turn their attention to a top-of-the-table clash against first-place AFC Toronto on September 13th. Kickoff is at 11 a.m. PT. Rise then return home on September 20th to host Ottawa Rapid FC in their Fan Appreciation Match at Swangard Stadium. More info on the team’s website.
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All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Harlem Globetrotters Turn Pacific Coliseum Into a Comedy Court in Vancouver
The Harlem Globetrotters rolled into Vancouver on January 28 and turned the Pacific Coliseum into part basketball game, part comedy show, part family party. This stop landed right in the middle of the team’s 100 Year Tour, a centennial victory lap that felt like a loud, joyful celebration.
From the second the show started, it was clear this night was built for everyone. You did not need to know a pick-and-roll from a pickup line. The bright uniforms, booming music, and high-energy announcers spelled everything out fast. Good guys on one side, bad guys on the other: Harlem Globetrotters versus the Washington Generals. Booing was very much encouraged.
The Globetrotters’ roots go back to the 1920s, when they started as a competitive team with a sense of humour. Over time, the jokes took centre court, and that tradition showed no signs of slowing down in Vancouver. The current roster mixed real athletic skill with slapstick comedy that landed with kids and adults alike.
The basketball itself still impressed. Monster dunks rattled the rim, and trick shots dropped from angles that made no sense. The skill and the silliness shared the spotlight.
The Washington Generals leaned fully into their role as villains with missed plays, over-the-top fouls, and arguments with the referee, who played the part of classic pantomime heel. Every whistle brought boos and every Globetrotters basket brought cheers. The score showed up on the board, though it barely mattered. The goal was fun.
Audience interaction carried the night: several people briefly lost their shoes, a kid became a human water shield during a sideline gag, and several children were pulled onto the court to run along the Globetrotters.
The biggest laugh of the night came during an instant replay bit. The Globetrotters argued a call, then asked for a rewind. What followed was several full minutes of every step and every bounce acted out in reverse. Then it replayed again in exaggerated slow motion. The peak moment came when a walking back to his seat was stopped and asked to rewind in slow motion too.
After the final buzzer, the night kept going. Players spread across the court for an autograph session. Kids lined up with basketballs, jerseys, and tickets. This was the memory that stuck for many families.
The Harlem Globetrotters still know their lane after 100 years. They are talented athletes, and sharp entertainers that provide comedy that works. It’s a perfect family night out.
The tour runs through spring 2026 in North America, so head to the Globetrotters‘ website for more info.
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HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS IN VANCOUVER
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer
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Shoresy Classic Brings Laughs and Legends to Rogers Arena with the Vancouver Canucks Alumni
The Shoresy Classic rolled into Rogers Arena on January 26, 2026, and Vancouver showed up ready to laugh, cheer, and give back. The charity game pitted the TV cast of Shoresy against a loaded Canucks Alumni lineup, with partial proceeds benefiting the Canucks Alumni Foundation. With two periods, one fake fight and a shootout, it was pure chaos in the best way.
The Canucks Alumni edged the Shoresy cast 10–9 in a game that never took itself too seriously. The building buzzed from puck drop to the final laugh. Fans leaned into the jokes, the chirps, and the nostalgia.
Vancouver’s bench had serious star power. Dave Babych, Stan Smyl, and Jyrki Lumme handled coaching duties. On the ice, it was a parade of familiar names: Daniel and Henrik Sedin, Geoff Courtnall, Cliff Ronning, Greg Adams, Chris Higgins, Kyle Wellwood, Kirk McLean, Adrian Aucoin, Eddie Läck, Mike Sillinger, Doug Lynch, Jim Vandermeer, Dave Tomlinson, and more. Meghan Agosta, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, stole the moment in the shootout with a smooth finish that brought the house down. Chad Brownlee joined the fun too.
The Sedins playing together again was the headline. Seven years had passed since fans last saw the twins share the ice so it felt special. At one point, the twins swapped jerseys with brothers Jordan and Brandon Nolan and played a shift for each other’s teams. There was no mercy, just laughs.
The format kept things loose with two periods only. A staged fight closed the first period and drew the lone “penalty” of the night. Before the second, a shootout added drama. When the Alumni team hit ten goals, the deal kicked in and the Shoresy boys’ shirts came off. The crowd clearly approved.
The game stick went to Mike Brown from the alumni squad, presented by Terry Ryan. It marked a strong moment after Brown’s recent health battle.
After the final horn, the Shoresy cast stayed more than an hour, signing autographs and taking photos with fans.
Vancouver closed out the Classic series, with big names, big laughs, and even bigger hearts. Shoresy streams on Crave and Hulu, and if this night proved anything, it’s that the cast can play, and they know how to put on a show!
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SHORESY CLASSIC IN VANCOUVER
All Photo Credit: Caroline Charruyer