Read to find out who the best players on each OUA Men’s Hockey team who qualified for the second round of the postseason. Continue reading Difference makers on each OUA men’s playoff hockey team that advanced to round two
Hamilton, ON- When McMaster Marauders guard Karim Raza’s three-point shot swished through the net, the Burridge Gym crowd cheered. The Marauders men’s basketball team had just reached 100 points – capping off an 101-56 victory over the Algoma Thunderbirds on Jan. 22. It was the second time this season the Marauders have reached the century mark. The previous occurrence was a 110-65 win over the Redeemer … Continue reading McMaster’s offence and depth opens up in win over Algoma
The race to the Critelli Cup should be a fierce one Continue reading Standout Rookies and Teams: Five Takeaways from the OUA Women’s Basketball Mid-Season Point
Hamilton, ON- The U SPORTS rankings can provide interest and intrigue. This year’s rankings for teams from the OUA men’s basketball conference certainly has. The latest one before the holiday break saw the defending national champion Carleton Ravens remain number one while their cross-town rivals Ottawa Gee-Gees sit second. Brock (fourth), Queen’s (fifth) and Lakehead (ninth) make it five OUA teams in the U SPORTS … Continue reading Crowded at the Top: OUA Men’s Basketball Mid-Season Takeaways ahead of second half
Hamilton, ON- Trailing 10-9 against the Nipissing Lakers in their first set on Nov. 26, the McMaster Marauders women’s volleyball team found themselves facing a common theme: unforced errors. It was something that stood out in their loss to the Brock Badgers the previous weekend. It was something they worked on throughout the week leading up to the two straight Nipissing games. It was something they worked … Continue reading “You don’t have to rush anything”: Marauders learn virtue of patience in wins over Lakers
Hamilton, ON- When the ball left her hands and her jump shot clanked off the rim and in, Jocelyn Newby had done it. The McMaster Marauders women’s basketball guard scored her first regular season points in a 66-53 victory over the Brock Badgers on Nov. 19. “That was awesome,” Newby said. The Guelph native played in the preseason and earlier in the regular season. She scored … Continue reading “That was awesome”: McMaster rookie Jocelyn Newby earns her moment in win over Brock
Hamilton, ON- McMaster Marauders guard Mychael Paulo dribbled the ball at the top of the three-point line. He found guard Mike Demagus cutting to the rim. Demagus rose up and threw down a dunk over Brock Badgers forward Jevonnie Scott. In the moment, Demagus celebrated, going over to the bench. His teammates cheered as well. The Burridge Gym crowd erupted. That dunk took place in the … Continue reading “They killed us on the glass”: Demagus’ poster not enough as Badgers out-muscle Marauders
Hamilton, ON- As the OUA moves back into three divisions (from two last year), the OUA Central figures to be one of the most stacked. You have defending OUA and U SPORTS champion TMU, OUA runner up Brock and several contenders nipping at their heels. The division could also be quite open given some of the roster turnover and the preseason results. Lakehead Thunderwolves Preseason … Continue reading Examining the squads in the OUA Central Division
Hamilton, ON- The OUA Central Division is arguably the toughest division in the conference. It features the defending OUA champion, another OUA semi-finalist and some solid programs. The Brock Badgers won the Wilson Cup and will look to build upon that. Meanwhile, McMaster and Lakehead also enjoyed success last year. The Toronto schools have potential to be good as well. Brock Badgers Preseason Record: 3-4 … Continue reading Breaking down the men’s teams in the OUA Central Division
Hamilton, ON – When the final whistle blew, ecstasy ensued. “In that moment, I just wanted to give everyone a big hug,” third-year McMaster midfielder Ignacia Jimenez said. In defeating the Brock Badgers 3-2 in the first round of the OUA playoffs on a cold windy night at Ron Joyce Stadium, the McMaster Marauders found a both new appreciation for the work that needs to happen … Continue reading “That Special Connection”: McMaster executes their corners in playoff triumph
