Donnovan Bennett
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Donnovan (D.J.) Bennett’s many roles with Sportsnet include being a feature host, producer and radio host. A member of the Sportsnet team since 2013, Bennett’s work often touches on the intersections between sports and race, politics, gender and pop culture. Previously nominated for both a Gemini and Digital Publishing Award, Bennett has made a name for himself by telling stories on multiple platforms. In addition to his role as a writer, Bennett hosts videos for Sportsnet’s social media platforms and on radio as a co-host of Free Association, Sportsnet’s NBA podcast.
Super Bowl LVII: A comprehensive ranking of the best commercials
Donnovan Bennett
Super Bowl LVII is in the books, and that means it’s time to relive the best commercials from the big game. Donnovan Bennett ranks 55 ads from best to worst.
The significance of historic Hurts-Mahomes Super Bowl LVII QB matchup
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Hamlin the latest reminder that NFL needs to do far more for player health care
Donnovan Bennett
No rule change would eliminate the play that saw Damar Hamlin go down. Therefore, it's incumbent for the NFL to improve its health-care coverage for players, especially when their careers end.
Continued lack of apology or consequences is a failing that extends far beyond Kyrie Irving
Donnovan Bennett
Contrarianism isn’t intellectualism. Just because Kyrie Irving is free to attend YouTube University doesn’t mean he is free to spread the curriculum without consequence. And by enabling his behaviour, the Nets share culpability.
'We are going to hold ourselves accountable': Kim Davis on the NHL's new D&I report
Donnovan Bennett
Concussion expert Dr. Charles Tator: NFL's system 'simply failed' on Tagovailoa case
Donnovan Bennett
Dr. Charles Tator, professor of neurosurgery at the University of Toronto, says plenty can be learned from what transpired with Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa during Weeks 3 and 4 of the NFL season.
Following Ticats QB Dane Evans on a quest to honour Indigenous cultures
Donnovan Bennett
What do you do after tossing five TDs to win a pro football game? If you're Hamilton Ticats QB Dane Evans you hit the road on a journey to learn and grow.
Serena Williams' legacy is about so much more than on-court dominance
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Q&A: Christine Sinclair on the state of Canadian soccer and the fight against MS
Donnovan Bennett
The most prolific goal-scorer in international soccer history talks about the World Cup, the need for a domestic women's league and a vital cause dear to her heart.