The University of Calgary women’s hockey team gained a much-needed confidence boost last weekend. On the back of superb goaltending by Katie Urness, the Dinos defeated the University of Regina Cougars 3-2 and 3-0 in back-to-back games. Urness earned her first Canadian Interuniversity Sport shutout. The wins end the Dinos 13-game losing streak, which stretched… Continue reading Women’s hockey team snap 13-game losing streak with back-to-back wins over the Cougars
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Dinos struggle to adapt to injuries, CIS
There has been a reversal in fortunes this season for the University of Calgary women’s hockey team. Last year they were Alberta College Athletic Conference champions and this year they find themselves occupying last spot in the Canada West standings. The Dinos have managed only a single win, and it came during the first game… Continue reading Dinos struggle to adapt to injuries, CIS
Women’s hockey wins first game in CIS return at UBC
The Dinos proved they belong in university hockey after a successful opening weekend in Vancouver. The University of Calgary women’s hockey team made the move to Canadian Interuniversity Sports competition this year and won their first game 3-1 against the University of British Columbia. They lost their second game 4-1. These games came after a… Continue reading Women’s hockey wins first game in CIS return at UBC
Dino unfazed by race with Usain Bolt
With the 2009/10 track season approaching, Dinos sprinter Sam Effah undertook an extraordinary training regime — racing against Usain Bolt and the fastest athletes in the world. While he has made a name for himself the last two years in university competition winning gold in the 60 metres and silver in the 300 metres at… Continue reading Dino unfazed by race with Usain Bolt
New Urbanism
As concerns about climate and energy grow, the way we live, work and play in our communities is increasingly important. New Urbanism advocates for sustainable, diverse development, where people can choose to walk, bike or use public transit. Garrison Woods and Kensington are great examples of how NU can be applied in Calgary. Multi-family residences,… Continue reading New Urbanism
Grasshopper beats old master
Winning two sports championships in a row in most sports is difficult and squash is no different. Graeme Schnell, a squash player from the University of Calgary, successfully defended his Canadian University and Colleges Championship in Toronto on March 8, defeating the University of Waterloo’s Eric Dingle 3-2 (11-9, 6-11, 9-11, 11-6, 11-5) in the… Continue reading Grasshopper beats old master
CFL star to join Canadian Bobsled team
The Canadian Olympic Committee has set a goal to finish first overall at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver. It will take more than belief and inspirational quotes from kids on television to beat out the world’s top countries. To compete with the world, Canada must do whatever is necessary to put them on the… Continue reading CFL star to join Canadian Bobsled team
Canada after Afghanistan, peacekeeping role a myth
When the war in Afghanistan ends, Canada will need a new policy to deal with international crises. Retired Major General Lewis MacKenzie spoke at the Military Museums in Calgary on March 5 to discuss the role of Canada’s military in the world after the Afghanistan conflict. His speech focused on the creation of an amphibious… Continue reading Canada after Afghanistan, peacekeeping role a myth
Dinos good as GOLD
The Dinos waited a long time to avenge last year’s championship defeat but finally finished the job and claimed the top prize in the province this season. The Dinos finished the year with drama on Sunday and lifted the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference championship trophy with a 1-0 win over the Mount Royal Cougars, wining… Continue reading Dinos good as GOLD
Lucky bounce ends triple overtime
During the playoffs the bleachers become crammed full of parents, friends and hockey fans, all looking to help the Dinos achieve victory. A boisterous crowd at the Olympic Oval cheered the Dinos to a 4-3 victory over the Mount Royal Cougars on Friday. There were fans dressed in Dinos jerseys, a man with a red… Continue reading Lucky bounce ends triple overtime