By Ryan Laverty
In contrast to the teams and events that normally grace the floors of the Jack Simpson Gymnasium, this weekend’s seventh-annual Jurassic Classic Gymnastics Meet will be an exhibition of grace as much as grit. "We are hosting this meet as a preparation for 2004 Olympic hopefuls, providing them with some international experience," said University of… Continue reading Jurassic Classic
It was the final Essent ISU World Cup Speed Skating event of the year, and the Canadian team was in excellent form on the fastest ice in the world. From March 2-4, the Olympic Oval played host to over 180 long track speed skaters from over 20 countries. Considering the technicians at the Oval had… Continue reading Olympic Oval hosts the World Cup
By Randy Lewis
"What are you guys doing this weekend?" asked the Calgary Flames organization. "There’s some free beer in it for you if you help us pack." The Flames are all but finished their stint in this city. It’s been a fun 21 seasons, but there really hasn’t been much to get excited about in the last… Continue reading The sun is setting on the Young Guns
By Randy Lewis
The men’s volleyball team capped off their terrific season in style last weekend, winning a bronze medal at the Canadian Intercollegiate Athletic Union National Championships hosted by the Université de Laval. While the Dinos failed to bring home the championship banner, Head Coach Greg Ryan was still happy with his team’s performance. "I would have… Continue reading Volleysaus win bronze in Laval
By Ryan Laverty
The Dinos Track and Field team left for Sherbrooke, Quebec on Wednesday, hell bent on making their presence felt at this weekend’s Canadian Intercollegiate Athletic Union Championships. Eleven women and 10 men will represent our institution in la belle province. The women are coming off an impressive second-place finish behind the University of Saskatchewan at… Continue reading Track and field fiends head to Nationals
By Scott Lepp
Tuesday marked the last practice of the season for the Dinos as they prepared for the Canadian Intercollegiate Athletic Union Championships hosted by the University of Alberta. The practice was filled with energy because the girls are pumped and ready for Nationals. As the team practiced their half-court offense, an entry pass from the perimeter… Continue reading Dinos climb Victoria Falls
The stands were half full. Most of the fans at the quarter-final game were clapping and it was easy to spot families and friends of the players. Some hugged each other with bright smiles on their faces, while others sat there in disbelief turning their heads to the scoreboard to see if the numbers were… Continue reading Lady Dinos’ season ends in Winnipeg
It’s tough to stay on top of the world. Just ask the Dinos. After a dominant season last year, the wrestlers, especially the guys, had their work cut out for them heading into Canada West finals Feb. 16-17 in Winnipeg. With the upstart University of Alberta and the always dangerous teams from the prairies right… Continue reading Golden Bears give Dinos a golden shower
I wonder what it’s like to play against the Dinos women’s volleyball team. When the opposition lines up and looks across the floor, are they scared? Does it hurt when one of Krista Kinsman’s bullets hits them right in the head? What’s the point of playing the Dinos at all? They usually beat you, always… Continue reading Three titles in a row? Damn right!
The most political activity ever seen on the University of Calgary campus took place over two days last week. The CBC debate program counterSpin came to MacEwan Students’ Centre March 5 and 6 to record four episodes focused on Alberta’s political issues. Fifteen guests, representing political parties, interest groups and the media gathered with roughly… Continue reading counterSpin shakes apathy from U of C