Speaking of Sports

Speaking of Sports takes a look at the world of sports, in St. John’s and beyond.

The AHL’s return: the good, the bad, and the ugly

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● June 20, 2011 July 15, 2022

With hockey in October, what do fans need to consider?

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● June 6, 2011 July 15, 2022

The story of the AHL returning to St. John’s highlights the ups and downs of social media’s relationship with sports.

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● May 20, 2011 July 15, 2022

AHL hockey could be back at Mile One Centre this fall. Is Danny Williams the man with the (hockey) plan?

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● May 9, 2011 July 15, 2022

Head of UFC Canada says it’s on the radar after historic Toronto show breaks records.

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● April 25, 2011 July 15, 2022

If you build it, they will come. Has Newfoundland done the building? World Junior hockey fans should hope so.

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● April 11, 2011 July 15, 2022

Newfoundland may have the horses to etch another name on Lord Stanley this spring…

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● April 4, 2011 July 15, 2022

Have you seen anyone around town in full body paint recently? Didn’t think so.

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● March 28, 2011 July 15, 2022

Herder games may not include a pathetic Black Eyed Peas concert, but the hype isn’t any less around these parts.

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● March 21, 2011 July 15, 2022

It’s the best seat in the house if you don’t mind a few drops of blood

By Matthew Ryder ● Speaking of Sports ● March 14, 2011 July 15, 2022

Amateur kickboxing in Newfoundland has potential, but it’s in a downswing.