By Curtis Wolff
The University of Calgary Dinos football program is continuing to reap the rewards of another Hardy Cup championship season, and this time it’s not just the Canadian Football League that’s taking notice. Five Dinos players were selected in the 2013 CFL draft on May 6, headlined by defensive lineman Linden Gaydosh who was selected first… Continue reading Dinos dominate CFL draft
By Curtis Wolff
There’s less than a minute left in the third period and former Calgary Flames sniper Theo Fleury is flying down the right wing. Twirling quickly onto his backhand he catches the defender off guard and slides the puck into the slot. Imagine if you could take the pass and wire a shot past sprawling ex-Toronto… Continue reading Stars shine for great cause
By Curtis Wolff
The dinosaurs may be extinct, but the University of Calgary has ensured that the Dinos keep on evolving by officially unveiling their new logo to students on Wednesday, April 3 at the MacEwan Student Centre South Courtyard. The Dinos have changed their logo several times throughout their over 40 year history as a university. The… Continue reading Modern evolution for new Dinos logo
By Curtis Wolff
Fans of the University of Calgary Dinos will be treated to a new look next year, as the Dinos brand is getting a complete overhaul. The university is giving students their first look at the Dinos’s new identity on Wednesday, April 3 at 11 a.m. in the MacEwan Student Centre South Courtyard. The Dinos will… Continue reading Dinos set to launch their new brand
By Curtis Wolff
With the NHL season only halfway through and winter weather taking a courageous last stand in Canada, it seems a little early to be thinking about baseball. However, in the southern United States the boys of summer are already warming up. With the Major League Baseball’s opening night slated for March 31, it’s time to… Continue reading The boys of summer return
By Curtis Wolff
The University of Calgary Dinos swim team broke records and put on a show for the hometown crowd, but couldn’t win a banner at the Canadian Interuniversity Sport championships this weekend. The men were engaged in a three-way dogfight for first throughout the three-day competition but ultimately placed third, 25 points behind the University of… Continue reading Wild weekend for Dinos at nationals
By Curtis Wolff
The University of Calgary Dinos men’s swim team brought the Canada West championship banner home on Jan. 27, capping off an impressive weekend in Victoria. The title is the Dinos first CW championship since 2010. The women also had a good showing, racking up 742.5 points in a second-place finish behind the University of British… Continue reading Dinos swimmers primed for nationals
By Curtis Wolff
Anyone who has been fortunate enough to watch FC Barcelona on the soccer pitch would likely be enchanted by effortless passing plays and tactical attacks. While marveling at the seemingly inherent chemistry between players like Lionel Messi and Cesc Fabregas, it is clear that these men have played together since they were kids. While some… Continue reading Soccer recruiting: the nature of the game
By Curtis Wolff
The Dinos women’s hockey team has wasted little time building on last year’s national championship season, starting this season with an 8–1–1 record and leading the Canada West conference. The Dinos, featuring Canadian hockey legend Haley Wickenheiser and Russian national team star Iya Gavrilova, knew they would have a target on their backs coming into… Continue reading Dinos depth key to success
By Curtis Wolff
It is the time of year when hockey fans should be finalizing their NHL fantasy rosters and over-analyzing preseason contests. With another prolonged lockout dragging on, however, fans are more likely spending time contemplating collective bargaining negotiations or watching their hometown heroes online in Czech Extraliga highlights. The sports industry is fueled by fans —… Continue reading How to hit the owners where it hurts