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Over 50,000 People at the 41st Edition of the Vancouver Sun Run, Surpassing Expectations

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Calling all Vancouver runners! This past Sunday, April 27, 2025, the 41st edition of the Vancouver Sun Run took place — the largest 10K race in Canada. The Vancouver Sun Run was created in 1985 by Canadian Olympians Diane and Doug Clement along with Dr. Jack Taunton, with the goal of inspiring people of all ages to adopt a healthier lifestyle in a fun and accessible way.

In its first year, only 3,200 people took part, either running or walking through the streets of Vancouver. Fortunately, over the years, the race grew more popular, attracting new runners and evolving into the major event it is today — almost a tradition for many. And although it’s not a charity event, the Sun Run has supported important causes since the beginning by donating money to them.

The race is open to competitive athletes as well as recreational runners, children, walkers, and people with physical limitations. This year, over 50,000 people participated, surpassing last year’s 45,000. Of those, 39,000 ran the full 10K, up from 35,000 in 2024. In addition to the 10K race, if you’re just getting started or looking for a lighter challenge, the EVA Air 2.5K Mini Sun Run is also a great option.

The race began at Burrard and Georgia, with runners passing through some of Vancouver’s most iconic spots, including English Bay, Burrard Bridge, and Science World, before crossing the finish line near BC Place Stadium. Throughout the route, the energy is one of pure motivation, with cheering spectators, volunteers, and supporters — not to mention water stations, music, restrooms, and first aid services.

In the women’s category, Canadian runner Glynis Sim claimed first place with a time of 32 minutes and 54 seconds. In the men’s category, the winner was British athlete Sam Atkin, finishing in 28 minutes and 9 seconds.

The Vancouver Sun Run has become a meaningful event for the city in recent years, seen as a tradition where people come together for health, diversity, and fun — all in one Sunday each year. The expectation is that the number of participants will keep growing, and in 2026, the 42nd edition will continue to solidify the event’s legacy.

If you didn’t take part this year, don’t worry — there’s always next time. New details will be announced in the coming months, so keep an eye on social media. For more information and event photos, visit the official website: https://www.vancouversunrun.com/

Vancouver Warriors Make History with Victory in First Playoff Game

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Another victory making history in Vancouver sports! For lacrosse fans, the 2025 NLL season has been unforgettable — for the first time ever, the Vancouver Warriors have secured a spot in the playoffs. Their first playoff match took place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, where the team delivered an electrifying performance at home and came out with a win.

In the NLL quarterfinals, it’s a single-elimination game — the winner takes it all and advances to the semifinals. Riding a six-game winning streak, the Warriors came out strong and defeated the Rochester Knighthawks 15–10 in a historic night, securing their place in the semifinals.

The game took place at Rogers Arena, where over 8,000 fans filled the stands, and the players made it clear they were there to win. Led by Brett Mydske, the team got off to a fast start and went into halftime leading 9–3. In the third quarter, the Knighthawks managed to score two quick goals and cut the lead, but the Warriors responded right away with two goals of their own.

Keegan Bal was undoubtedly the star of the game. In his first career playoff appearance, the offensive player scored 5 goals and added 6 assists, totaling 11 points. After the game, Bal made it clear he’s happy with the victory but not satisfied just yet — ever since head coach Curt Malawsky joined the team last year, they’ve seen that the dream of winning a championship could become reality.

Besides Keegan Bal, 10 other Vancouver Warriors players found the back of the net and contributed points, including Kevin Crowley, Marcus Klarich, Dylan McIntosh, Ryan Dilks, Riley Loewen, Jeff Cornwall, Owen Grant, Ryan Martel, and Reid Bowering. Newly acquired goalie Christian Del Bianco also had a standout performance, making 47 saves and helping lead his team to victory.

After the game, Warriors General Manager and Head Coach Curt Malawsky expressed how proud he is of his players, saying they are confident about the playoffs and will be ready for what’s next.

“As a coach, you’re never a coach in a GM for personal gain. You want to see your players win championships. You want to see your players find success. You want to see them spend time with their family after they’ve climbed the mountain and gotten it done. And I think that’s my driving motivation. It’s for the kids now — they have something to look up to, you know what I mean? They’re in BC, and now they aspire to be a Vancouver Warrior. I’m not sure if that was the case a couple of years ago. But it is now, and I think that’s probably one of the prouder moments we have here.”

The semifinals will be a best-of-three series, and the first game is already scheduled. As the number one seed, the Buffalo Bandits will host Game 1 this Friday, May 2, 2025, at KeyBank Center.

Game 2 will take place on May 4, 2025, at Rogers Arena, and tickets are already on sale. A packed arena and high energy are expected — so if you haven’t seen the Warriors live this season, this is your chance. It’s time to put on your black and gold and cheer for the win.

Go Warriors!

Whitecaps Make History at BC Place While Inter Miami and Messi Return Home Defeated

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On Thursday night, April 24, 2025, Vancouver witnessed a historic moment for Canadian soccer. BC Place hosted the first leg of the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals, where the Vancouver Whitecaps faced Inter Miami and secured a 2-0 victory in front of the club’s largest MLS-era crowd, with over 53,000 fans in attendance. Until then, the record had been 51,035 fans — also against Inter Miami back in 2024, when many hoped to see Lionel Messi play, but he ultimately did not take the field.

This time, Messi was on the pitch, and expectations were high for a brilliant performance from the Argentine star. But it wasn’t enough — and it was the home team that stole the show. The Whitecaps came out strong, breaking through Miami’s defense early in the game and taking a big step toward the tournament final. Around the 20-minute mark, Miami nearly scored, but Vancouver responded quickly. At the 24th minute, Brian White opened the scoring. The second goal came in the final minutes, at the 85th, when midfielder Sebastian Berhalter found the back of the net.

After the match, Inter Miami’s head coach Javier Mascherano acknowledged the challenges of the game and said he would analyze everything and make the necessary changes:
 “Today we lost, I am the first responsible for this but I still believe in this team & I know we are going to find the way to play a good game in Miami & try to came back.”
 Mascherano also recognized the quality of the team built by Danish coach Jesper Sørensen:
 “Not too much to say — they were better than us. They deserved to win.”
Since Sørensen’s arrival in January 2025, the Whitecaps have shown impressive defensive structure, even though their attacking play is still developing.

 

The second leg is set for Wednesday, April 30 at 5:00 p.m., at Chase Stadium in Florida. Inter Miami now faces a tough challenge: they must win by two goals to take the game to penalties, or by three goals to advance straight to the final.

There’s no denying that Messi’s presence drew massive attention. The energy inside BC Place was electric, and the Whitecaps’ fan support made a huge difference. After defeating a team like Miami in an international semifinal, Vancouver is now just one step away from the Concacaf Champions Cup final.

On the other side of the bracket, two Mexican giants are facing off — Tigres UANL and Cruz Azul. The first leg, held on Wednesday, April 23, ended in a 1-1 draw, so everything is still up for grabs in the return leg.

One thing is clear: no matter who the opponent is in the final, the Whitecaps are ready to make history — and they’ll give everything they’ve got to reach the top and lift the trophy.