Reading Time: 3 minutesFrancis Perron took the field one last time in Kingston, although he may not have been physically present on this windy Saturday, his spirit was.
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Reading Time: 2 minutesUniversity of Ottawa women’s soccer team victorious in first game since winning 2019 FISU World Cup in China.
Reading Time: 2 minutesOn Matt Anthony Field, the Gee-Gees men’s rugby team took the lead in the second half to defeat the Montreal Carabins and improve their record to 2-1 this season.
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 minutesIn their second showing of the year, the U of O women’s rugby team fell to Laval in a low-scoring game. This is their first meeting of the season, and the team will travel to Quebec city in search of revenge in just a few days.
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: 2 minutesWhat do athletes look forward to the most about getting back on the field this season.
Reading Time: 2 minutesFirst- and second-years are getting excited about Panda Game, intramurals, and meeting new people!
Reading Time: 2 minutesFive months ago I wrote about the season I lost to the pandemic. Today, I’m writing about the season in front of me: the season we compete again.
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn an exciting home opener for both teams, the Gee-Gees rugby teams put on a thrilling display of athleticism with 70-0 and 65-0 wins over Sherbrooke.
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: 2 minutesAfter nearly two years without playing, U of O rugby teams will take the field for the RSEQ fall season starting on Sept. 11.
Reading Time: < 1 minute“Deciding to retire has been one of the most difficult decisions of my life. I always say family comes first and I need to live up to my own words. I am very proud of what we have all accomplished to make this team into a national championship contender and more importantly, a great place to play,” said Sparks, in a press release.
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 minutes“Being able to get exposure at the professional level and being able to compete with big names and pro players is such an exciting experience and I can’t wait to see how I’ll do,” said Guillaume Pépin after being drafted into the CEBL by the Ottawa BlackJacks.
Reading Time: 3 minutes“I threw my cleats in my backpack, clueless to the reality that I wouldn’t have the opportunity to compete against another team for over a year- and counting.”
Reading Time: 4 minutesDo you ever find yourself replaying your favourite memories in your head? Well, so do many of U of O’s student-athletes.
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 minutesThe University of Ottawa Rocket League team took down the Sault Cougars in a 4-2 series win to earn themselves the OPSE championship after a strong 10-2 regular season record.
Reading Time: 5 minutesThere are plenty of faces that make up the University of Ottawa track and field and cross country teams. Nathan Meraw and Nathan Hay are two accomplished athletes who represent the Gee-Gees.
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you enjoy comparing music, here are some of the University of Ottawa’s athletes album picks.
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: 3 minutesIn November, Yvan Mongo was named the captain of the Gee-Gees men’s hockey team. Since then, Mongo has become the face of many initiatives on campus, and has continued to make an impact throughout the university.
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 minutes“Time flies when you’re having fun, and streaming on Twitch is probably the most fun thing I can think of,” says the Fulcrum’s sports editor, Jasmine McKnight.
