TORONTO, ON – With two rounds of the 2024 U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championship in the books and the UNB Reds set to clash with the UQTR Patriotes in the national final, several players will see their university careers end on Sunday.  While many will step away from the game, professional teams will undoubtedly approach the top talents, with the potential for NHL contracts for … Continue reading 49 picks the U CUP players most ready for potential AHL contracts

TORONTO, ON – There’s a calming essence in how the UNB Reds skate off the ice after a U SPORTS semifinal and, for the most part, any game that doesn’t end in the University Cup title.  While the team and coaching staff share the occasional smile on advancing through a playoff round and winning a conference championship, there’s little relaxation or satisfaction until they’ve secured … Continue reading “We’re setting a new standard”: UNB Reds off to U CUP final in search of perfect season

TORONTO, ON – Since the U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championship switched to an eight-team bracket format in 2015, the OUA has never been the dominant conference.  While the Canada West Alberta Golden Bears’ 16 U CUP titles mark the most ever, and the AUS’ UNB Reds have formed a modern dynasty with nine championships since 1997, both have won in the post-2015 era, while the … Continue reading OUA making history with three U CUP semifinalists for the first time

TORONTO, ON – As Stephane Huard’s shot skipped past UBC’s Cole Schweibuss and put McGill up 3-2 in the U SPORTS Men’s Hockey quarterfinal, it marked the next critical era for one of Canada’s oldest men’s hockey programs.  Founded in 1877, the McGill hockey team has experienced dozens of great eras. Although it boasts just a single championship from 2012, it established itself as one … Continue reading Powered by alumni pride, McGill living newfound U CUP dream in 147th season