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Saturday July 27, 2024

July 27, 2024 by Graeme MacKay

The drone spying scandal involving the Canadian Women's Soccer Team casts a significant shadow over Team Canada at the Paris Olympics, necessitating transparent and decisive action to restore integrity and uphold the principles of fair play.

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Saturday July 27, 2024

The Shadow Over Team Canada at the Paris Olympics

Canada's women's soccer team has marred the start of Paris 2024 with a scandal involving espionage through a drone, casting a shadow over their Olympic reputation and joining the ranks of infamous state-sponsored cheating scandals.

July 25, 2024

As the 2024 Summer Olympics kick off in Paris, Canada proudly showcases its strength and speed with Andre De Grasse and Maude Charron bearing the flag during the opening ceremony. These athletes symbolize the pinnacle of dedication, perseverance, and national pride. However, a dark cloud looms over Team Canada, overshadowing what should be a moment of celebration and unity. The recent drone spying scandal involving the Women’s Soccer Team has cast a significant stain on the country’s reputation at these Games.

News: De Grasse, Charron chosen as Canada’s flag-bearers for Paris Olympics opening ceremony

August 12, 2021

The scandal erupted when it was revealed that a drone operated by a member of Canada Soccer staff was caught spying on New Zealand’s training sessions. This breach of sportsmanship and ethics has led to the suspension of head coach Bev Priestman and an ongoing investigation by FIFA. Reports suggest that this unethical practice has been a long-standing one within Canada Soccer, dating back to the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

This is not just an isolated incident; it reflects a broader, systemic issue within the organization. The use of drones for spying on opponents’ training sessions is a blatant form of cheating that undermines the integrity of the sport and the values of fair play that the Olympics are supposed to uphold.

London – July 27, 2012

The fallout from this scandal is immense. It puts the athletes in an incredibly difficult position. They have trained tirelessly to compete at the highest level, and now their achievements are tainted by association. If the team performs poorly, there will be whispers questioning the legitimacy of their previous successes, including their gold medal win in Tokyo. If they perform well, the shadow of doubt will still linger, casting a pall over their victories.

The suspension of head coach Bev Priestman and the interim appointment of Andy Spence further destabilize the team at a critical time. The players must now navigate not only the pressures of Olympic competition but also the turmoil and scrutiny brought about by this scandal.

The revelations that both the men’s and women’s teams have relied on such unethical practices for years raise serious questions about the culture within Canada Soccer. This is not merely about one rogue staffer or a single incident; it is about an organizational failure to uphold the principles of fair competition.

February 20, 2014

Kevin Blue, CEO of Canada Soccer, has stated that withdrawing the team from the Olympics is not being considered, as it would be unfair to the players who have not engaged in unethical behaviour. However, this stance may be seen by some as insufficient. The idea that only those directly involved should face consequences overlooks the fact that the entire team benefits from such practices. There are calls from both within Canada and the international community for stricter sanctions, including potential suspensions and bans.

News: Canada Soccer has not considered withdrawing women’s team from Olympics in wake of drone spying scandal

Sweeping this scandal under the rug will not help. Canada must confront this issue head-on, with transparency and accountability. This means not only cooperating fully with FIFA’s investigation but also conducting a thorough internal review and making systemic changes to ensure that such practices are eradicated.

Andre De Grasse and Maude Charron, leading Team Canada in the opening ceremony, symbolize the potential and excellence of Canadian athletes. It is imperative that their accomplishments, and those of their fellow athletes, are not overshadowed by the unethical actions of a few. The Olympics should be a celebration of fair play, integrity, and the spirit of competition. Canada must take decisive action to restore its reputation and uphold these values.

December 3, 2022

As we watch the parade of nations and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron, let us remember that true victory is not just about winning medals but about competing with honour and respect. Team Canada has a long road ahead to rebuild trust and integrity, but it is a journey that must begin now. (AI)


Reader Reaction – What people are saying on Facebook: Some commenters are embarrassed by Canada’s actions at the Olympics, feeling that the team’s behaviour was shameful and not in line with Olympic values. Others are more dismissive, feeling that the outrage is overblown and that all teams try to gain an advantage. Click on the image below to read:
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Posted in: Canada Tagged: 2024-13, Andre De Grasse, Canada, Feedback, Games, Maude Charron, olympics, Paris, Summer, Team Canada

Tuesday August 16, 2016

August 15, 2016 by Graeme MacKay

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator Ð Tuesday August 16, 2016 Usain Bolt is a mentor and friend to Andre De Grasse Andre De Grasse first had the chance to meet Usain Bolt when the Markham, Ont., native was getting set to run the anchor leg of Canada's 4x100-metre relay team at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. De Grasse, then 19, was too nervous to talk to the sprinting legend, and shied away from Bolt. But times have certainly changed. On Sunday night, Bolt won his third straight Olympic gold medal in the 100-metre sprint, crossing the line in 9.81 seconds, 8-100ths of a second ahead of American Justin Gatlin. De Grasse made his Olympic debut a memorable one, capturing bronze in a personal best of 9.91. Afterwards, the two shared congratulations, much as they did while standing on the podium at the 2015 world championships. Despite the rivalry, Bolt seems very genuine in his fondness of De Grasse, while the Canadian looks up to the Jamaican icon. "We were just having some fun," De Grasse said after Sunday's final. "Me and Usain met back in January, we did a lot of things together.Ó The two have gotten to know each other quite well over the last two years during meets and sponsored events Ñ both are signed with apparel company Puma Ñ and the Jamaican star sees a bright future ahead for the 21-year-old. The friendship didn't stop De Grasse from doing everything he could to usurp the now three-time Olympic champion. It didn't happen in Rio, but a bronze medal in his Olympic debut has definitely caught Bolt's eye.ÊÊ "For me, it's a big deal," Bolt said of De Grasse's performance. "To come third last year [at the world championships] and then this year, to come in an even better field to do the same again, that's a big deal.Ó Bolt said he expects Rio to be his final Olympics, though the 29-year-old wouldn't rule out competing in Tokyo 2020. If he doesn't pursue a fourth 100-metre Olympic gold, he'll most certainly have an eye out for his c

Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Tuesday August 16, 2016

Usain Bolt is a mentor and friend to Andre De Grasse

Andre De Grasse first had the chance to meet Usain Bolt when the Markham, Ont., native was getting set to run the anchor leg of Canada’s 4×100-metre relay team at the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

De Grasse, then 19, was too nervous to talk to the sprinting legend, and shied away from Bolt.

But times have certainly changed.

Illustration by Graeme MacKay - 2016 Summer Olympic Games - illustration used for the cover of a special section devoted to the sporting event held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The process involved drawing and colouring the individual characters. Next was determining how they would best fit into a space roughly measuring 8.25 x 10.5 inches. (See Olympic-cover2). The background was chosen to be divided 5 ways: water, athletic indoor, athletic outdoor, track, and gymnastics.) Estimated completion time: 18hrs. Rio, 2016, Olympic, Games, Summer, Archery, badminton, basketball, beach volleyball, boxing, canoe, cycling, diving, equestrian, fencing, golf, field hockey, javelin, discus, shotput, relay, pommel horse, balance beam, uneven bars, gymnastics, breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly, rowing, rugby sailing, shooting, synchronized, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, water polo, weightlifting, wrestling, couch potatoes

2016 Summer Olympic Games

On Sunday night, Bolt won his third straight Olympic gold medal in the 100-metre sprint, crossing the line in 9.81 seconds, 8-100ths of a second ahead of American Justin Gatlin. De Grasse made his Olympic debut a memorable one, capturing bronze in a personal best of 9.91.

Afterwards, the two shared congratulations, much as they did while standing on the podium at the 2015 world championships.

Despite the rivalry, Bolt seems very genuine in his fondness of De Grasse, while the Canadian looks up to the Jamaican icon.

“We were just having some fun,” De Grasse said after Sunday’s final. “Me and Usain met back in January, we did a lot of things together.”

The two have gotten to know each other quite well over the last two years during meets and sponsored events — both are signed with apparel company Puma — and the Jamaican star sees a bright future ahead for the 21-year-old.

The friendship didn’t stop De Grasse from doing everything he could to usurp the now three-time Olympic champion. It didn’t happen in Rio, but a bronze medal in his Olympic debut has definitely caught Bolt’s eye.

“For me, it’s a big deal,” Bolt said of De Grasse’s performance. “To come third last year [at the world championships] and then this year, to come in an even better field to do the same again, that’s a big deal.”

Bolt said he expects Rio to be his final Olympics, though the 29-year-old wouldn’t rule out competing in Tokyo 2020.

If he doesn’t pursue a fourth 100-metre Olympic gold, he’ll most certainly have an eye out for his competitor-turned-friend. (Source: CBC)


The Western Star, Corner Brook, Newfoundland

The Western Star, Corner Brook, Newfoundland

Posted in: Canada Tagged: Andre De Grasse, Brazil, Canada, Games, Olympic, Rio, Rio de Janiero, running, sprint, tearsheet, Usain Bolt

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