The University of Calgary men’s basketball team recently announced the creation of an endowed scholarship of $50,000 in the name of former assistant coach Wayne Thomas. The announcement, made by Dinos head coach Dan Vanhooren prior to their game against the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds, came as a complete surprise to Thomas. “It’s a… Continue reading Former Dino and coach honoured with namesake scholarship
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Dinos question unfair
Editor, the Gauntlet, Re: “Support Dinos,” Mar. 3, 2005, While I appreciate the value of Dinos Athletics, I respectfully disagree with Mr. Wayne Thomas that the referendum question was a “positive step for the whole campus.” Allow me to clarify. I believe it’s a good thing that our Dinos are getting the support they need.… Continue reading Dinos question unfair
Support Dinos
By Wayne Thomas
Editor the Gauntlet, The referendum vote, which two weeks ago gave increased student financial support to the Dinos Athletic Programs, was a positive step for the whole campus. Most assuredly, the teams “on the bubble” are most appreciative of the student support, and they can continue to compete for U of C. All of the… Continue reading Support Dinos
From bad to badderest
“Not much went right,” reflected Dinos men’s basketball Assistant Coach Wayne Thomas on last weekend’s games against the University of Saskatchewan Huskies. Indeed, with losses of 88-82 Fri., Jan. 9 and 78-52 Sat., Jan. 10, it would appear that things went from bad to worse on the Dinos’ poorest weekend of the season. "They were… Continue reading From bad to badderest
Fresh meat
Coming off a rebuilding year that saw them host their first playoff game in ten years, the Dinos men’s basketball team is continuing to improve over the off-season. Head Coach Dan Vanhooren recently added top prospect Brendan Groat to his roster and landed local legend Wayne Thomas as an assistant coach. Groat, a 6’5″ 18-year-old… Continue reading Fresh meat
Men’s Basketball: Dinos take lead in playoffs race
The playoffs are nearing and the Dinos hoped a Jan. 19 -20 homestand could improve their chances of reaching the Canada West knockout rounds. The Dinos earned a crucial victory over the University of Regina Cougars Fri., Jan. 19. The men’s b-ballers were plagued by bad passes giving the Cougars an 11 point lead 8:53… Continue reading Men’s Basketball: Dinos take lead in playoffs race
Report Card: Men’s Basketball
By TanyAmanda
Talent Too much. The recruiting and education processes this season were stellar. Returning hot-shots such as the all-knowing Chris Wright, the all-speedy Josh Feist and the all-defensive Brian Finniss not only proved their skills, they helped the newbies realize they had ’em too. Rookies such as Ross Bekkering, Robbie Sihota and Cody Darrah have been… Continue reading Report Card: Men’s Basketball
Dinos athletes have their glory
Oh the memories! While some of us have no hope of retaining any memories from the evening, others will cherish them forever. The 39th Annual Night of the Dino took place Tue., Apr. 4, honouring many deserving athletes. The big winners of the night were Dan Federkeil and Brittanee Laverdure, who took home the Dr.… Continue reading Dinos athletes have their glory
Baller boys bounced by bullying Bears
The Dinos men’s basketball team’s season was cut short of March Madness. The do-or-die Canada West central division semi-final best-of-three series Feb. 17-19 killed hopes for a miraculous win as the University of Alberta Golden Bears clutched the Dinos’ purse of dreams and ran off to Saskatchewan. The weekend brought back painful memories from when… Continue reading Baller boys bounced by bullying Bears
Montana makes Dinos moan morbidly
The Brandon University Bobcats bob-cut the Dinos men’s basketball team deep Jan. 6-7 as the weekend’s results were not to plan. Friday night left fans optimistic as the Dinos took to the floor with cohesion and energy. They jolted the Bobcats by shooting 50 per cent from the field and 88 per cent from the… Continue reading Montana makes Dinos moan morbidly