Andrew DiRienzo

Andrew is a die hard sports fan who follows any and all sports. When he realized a career as an athlete wasn't in the cards he decided to venture into the world of sports writing. Born and raised in Canada's capital, Ottawa, Andrew has a journalism diploma from Algonquin College and an Honours Bachelor of Journalism degree from the University of Ottawa. In addition to covering college athletics while at Algonquin, he has also covered the Women's World Hockey Championships (2013) and junior hockey.

Calgary Flames

Andrew DiRienzoMay 26, 2015
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A Look Back on the 2014-15 Calgary Flames Season

From the outset it looked as though the 2014-15 season wouldn’t be kind to the Calgary Flames. They had a…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 16, 2015
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Russia shuts out USA, Advances to Gold Medal Game at 2015 World Championships

The first two periods left each team holding its breath, but a four goal outburst in the third period led…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 15, 2015
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Russia beats Sweden, advances to semi-final at 2015 World Championships

Despite blowing a third period lead Russia was able to use its offensive firepower to mount a late comeback and…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 10, 2015
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Russia outlasts Slovakia in overtime at 2015 World Championships

Team Russia continued its winning ways at the 2015 World Championships Sunday when it squeaked out a slim 3-2 overtime…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 9, 2015
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Calgary Flames can’t salvage split with Anaheim Ducks

Home ice advantage has been so important for the Calgary Flames these playoffs (hat tip to the C of Red).…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 9, 2015
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Russia blasts Belarus at 2015 World Championships

Needing to make a statement after a successful but lackluster start to the World Championships the Russians did just that…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 7, 2015
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Russia defeats Denmark at 2015 World Championships

Despite a decidedly lopsided matchup on paper the Russians were kept in check for much of their game against Denmark…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 4, 2015
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Calgary Flames road woes continue in Anaheim

Well, they knew they would be up against it didn’t they? Who cares that there isn’t a connection to be…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 3, 2015
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Russia defeats Slovenia at 2015 World Championships

The Russians: one of the world’s great hockey powers. The Slovenians: a feel-good story from the 2014 Sochi Olympics with…
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Andrew DiRienzoMay 2, 2015
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Russia opens 2015 World Championships with big win over Norway

Team Russia kicked off its pursuit of a repeat gold medal at the World Hockey Championships with a rather convincing…
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Andrew DiRienzoApril 30, 2015
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Calgary Flames face familiar foe Anaheim Ducks

After the third seed Calgary Flames upset one division rival in the Vancouver Canucks, their next task of defeating the…
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Calgary Flames

Andrew DiRienzoApril 29, 2015
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Calgary Flames upset Vancouver Canucks; Win First Playoff Series since 2004

At times it was testy, and at times it was stressful, but in the end the Calgary Flames found a…
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Andrew DiRienzoApril 27, 2015
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Why NHL refs should have to face the media

PK Subban’s slash on Mark Stone. Patrick Kane’s goal with too many men. And, well, take your pick from any…
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Andrew DiRienzoApril 15, 2015
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Three keys for Calgary Flames series win against Vancouver Canucks

For the first time since the 2008-09 season the Calgary Flames are taking part in playoff hockey. Their gift this…
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Andrew DiRienzoApril 12, 2015
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NHL scoring still lagging, needs improvement

It’s a storyline that has nearly been beat to death in recent years, but it bears repeating if only out…
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