Soccer

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe U of O fastball club came very close to pulling an impressive upset this weekend at the Ontario championships hosted by McMaster University in Hamilton. Beating two fastball powerhouses to make it to the finals, the Gees faced a Western Mustang team on a streak of nine championships in a row.

Reading Time: 2 minutes“We’re going to see this team again. We don’t take this lightly—we’re going to use this as motivation.” —Angela Ribarich, Gee-Gees centre.

Reading Time: 2 minutesThis year, U of O varsity teams have been giving back to the community in many different ways—some donating blood, others going to developing countries to teach their respective sports, while still others focused on more local causes.

Reading Time: 5 minutesWe’ve made a conscious effort to improve on the defensive end of the floor, because in a way since we’ve been strong offensively, we’ve kind of negated our defence a little bit. So we’ve put a push on things on that side of the court.

Reading Time: 4 minutes“It gives our university more profile and visibility—it gives our students, teachers, and employees here a chance to engage in something that is unique. Hosting is something we want to do more of.” — Sue Hylland, U of O sports services director.

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