Reading Time: 2 minutesDespite facing a 32-10 deficit at halftime, the Gees rallied to make it a one possession game. The rally included a trick play 75-yard passing touchdown.
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Reading Time: 2 minutesFresh off winning the Gee-Gee’s Lumsden-Avery Award for sportsmanship and dedication, it’s fair to at least speculate Polk could follow in J.P. Cimankinda’s footsteps and add to his trophy case with a First Team OUA All Star nod.
Reading Time: 4 minutesGee-Gees nab four interceptions and recover four fumbles, but lose star quarterback Ben Maracle in a season opening win at TD Place
Reading Time: 2 minutesWomen’s Rugby coach exits; Gallagher makes debut with Canada; Alumni donates to football program; Men’s Basketball beats Harvard
Reading Time: 3 minutesOn Saturday, the Gee-Gees were back at TD Place in front of a home crowd for a midday matchup against the Guelph Gryphons.
Reading Time: 3 minutesEver wonder what teams Gee-Gees athletes grew up watching? What about the players that inspired them?
Reading Time: 4 minutesFor Gee-Gees teams, 2021 was been filled with amazing highlights. From championships, individual accomplishments, and even emotional moments, there were so many memories worth noting.
Reading Time: 3 minutesGee-Gees fall sports teams had one notable thing in common, their playoff run was ended by Queen’s. Was it some sort of royal curse? Maybe?
Reading Time: 2 minutesGee-Gees will play Queen’s in the semis The University of Ottawa’s football team avenged its season-opening loss to the University of Toronto Saturday, eliminating the Varsity Blues 37-17 in their first-round playoff matchup in the six. The Gees were able to get themselves on the board first with kicker Campbell Fair ending a seven-play drive …
Reading Time: 4 minutesWith the score at 13-12 in the third quarter, the Golden Gaels offense was able to capitalize on two fumbles and an interception deep in Gee-Gees territory to run away with the game.
Reading Time: 5 minutesOn a rainy afternoon, it was the defenses that shined at Lansdowne as the Gee-Gees overcame a late string of fumbles to win on a field goal.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhile University of Ottawa students agree that there are plenty of reasons to be excited for Panda, what do Gee-Gees athletes consider their favourite parts of the annual fall tradition?
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen it comes to the things he’s passionate about, it is clear that Kevin Victome understands the grind. Between football and music, Victome is not afraid to dream big, and is putting in the work to achieve those dreams.
Reading Time: 2 minutes“We are very grateful for the therapy staff, first responders, nurses, doctors, and everyone on-site at the University of Toronto that did absolutely everything they could to help Francis. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Francis’ loved ones, teammates, and everyone he touched,” wrote Sue Hylland, in an email to the Fulcrum.
Reading Time: 6 minutesYoungblood, The Rookie and Slapshot are all highly regarded movies that revolve around rookies. And just like them, many of the U of O’s Gee-Gees team will rely heavily on their rookies to put on a show.
Reading Time: 3 minutesWith the year coming to a close, it’s time to announce the winners of the annual Cavalry Awards.
Reading Time: 2 minutesDylan St. Pierre, who just closed out his final season as a Gee-Gee, is looking forward to participating in the CFL combine despite the change to a virtual format.
Reading Time: 2 minutesMade up of various athletes on campus, the Black Student-Athletes Advocacy Council began as an initiative by players on the women’s rugby team to create a safe and inclusive environment, before spreading to other teams on campus.
Reading Time: 4 minutesThere are plenty of recruits throughout the university’s various teams that are sure to make an impact on the athletics program.
Reading Time: 2 minutesFor Black History Month, the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees football program has taken a creative approach to honour it’s Black community. For every day of February, the program is highlighting an athlete, coach, or support staff from the program who has been successful on the field, in the classroom, or in the workforce.
Reading Time: 3 minutesGrowing up, every athlete has someone they look up to — a professional player, a coach, maybe even an older brother or sister. Here are athletes some of the Gee-Gees have idolized.
Reading Time: 4 minutesHow did you spend your Super Sunday? This is how the Fulcrum’s sports editor spent hers.
Reading Time: 3 minutesWith the anniversary mark quickly approaching, the Fulcrum sat down with Varsity Athletics director, Sue Hylland, to discuss how the department is using their down-time as the 2021 winter semester kicks off.
Reading Time: 2 minutesWith various leagues cancelled, but training and practice continuing on with new rules and regulations, Gee-Gees athletes share what is keeping them motivated through the pandemic.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe University “received reports that some players were not following self-isolation rules.”
