U CUP prices driving scouts and students away

TORONTO, ON—The 2024 U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championship in Toronto is catching the hockey world’s eye more than in recent times, and several NHL and AHL scouts have been watching the eight teams competing over four days.  However, unlike past tournaments, which featured primarily amateur scouts for one or two days and required a more dedicated effort from the Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets organizations, … Continue reading U CUP prices driving scouts and students away

Emotional double-OT win sets tone for TMU run at 2024 U CUP, clash with UNB

TORONTO, ON – Carson Gallagher knew that the fans were tired — his body was aching too, as the TMU Bold approached their 10th period of hockey in the last two games, entering the second overtime period against the Calgary Dinos at the U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championship quarterfinals.  The NCAA D III transfer picked up a loose puck in the slot and fired it … Continue reading Emotional double-OT win sets tone for TMU run at 2024 U CUP, clash with UNB

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A tough Brock test a welcome first round for dialled UNB Reds at U CUP

TORONTO, ON – Perched in media row, breaking down video in the final hour before puck drop of the U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championship, UNB Reds head coach Gardiner MacDougall was dialed in—his whole group was. The veteran coach has instilled that mentality within his program since taking over in 2000. Every season, the Bedeque, PEI native, has brought that intensity and meticulous attention. A … Continue reading A tough Brock test a welcome first round for dialled UNB Reds at U CUP

UNB Reds punch ticket to U SPORTS semis with win over Brock Badgers

Toronto, ON – According to UNB Reds head coach Gardiner MacDougall, his team has had a “target on their backs since game one” of the 2023-24 U Sports men’s hockey season. After a remarkable undefeated campaign, the Reds entered the National Championship with the target still there, untouched. UNB, predictably the No. 1 seed, were challenged by the Brock Badgers in the opening game of … Continue reading UNB Reds punch ticket to U SPORTS semis with win over Brock Badgers

Open field at 2024 U SPORTS Women’s Hockey Nationals

Saskatoon, SK – We’re down to just eight teams in U SPORTS women’s hockey, so this is where things get interesting.  With the Mount Royal Cougars bowing out in the Canada West semifinal, last year’s national champions will not defend their title meaning the Golden Path trophy is officially back up for grabs.  Last year’s stunning win by the #8 seed Cougars pretty much proved … Continue reading Open field at 2024 U SPORTS Women’s Hockey Nationals

After Green Gables heartbreak, Dinos eye 2024 U CUP in Toronto

TORONTO, ON – Brimming with St. Patrick’s Day green and abuzz with UPEI Panthers supporters, few noticed the Calgary Dinos stepping off the ice at the 2023 U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championships in Charlottetown.  After entering the tournament with one of the best-ever regular season campaigns for a U SPORTS men’s hockey team, the Dinos fell to the eighth seed and host Panthers 4-2. A … Continue reading After Green Gables heartbreak, Dinos eye 2024 U CUP in Toronto

10 Canadian journalists pick 2024 U CUP bracket

TORONTO, ON – With less than 24 hours to go until the start of the 2024 U SPORTS men’s hockey championship at Toronto Metropolitan University, 49 Sports has polled 10 journalists from across Canada on their predictions for the tournament, taking place at the former Maple Leaf Gardens. Every journalist but one has selected the UNB Reds to defend their title and win the 10th … Continue reading 10 Canadian journalists pick 2024 U CUP bracket

McGill enters U Cup with one big question mark

Toronto, ON – For a long time, the McGill Redbirds were the high water mark for the OUA at the University Cup.  Between the UQTR Patriotes winning in 2003 and then again in 2022, the only other team from the largest conference in U SPORTS hockey to win the national title came in 2012 when the McGill Redbirds took a 4-3 overtime win over the Western … Continue reading McGill enters U Cup with one big question mark

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Ungar leads the way for Brock’s U CUP dreams in Toronto

TORONTO, ON – As they approach the 2024 U CUP Men’s Hockey Championships, the eighth-seed Brock Badgers are in good form, riding good vibes, and will need their absolute best in their quarterfinal matchup against the UNB Reds. The Badgers were one of the strongest teams during the 2023-24 season, opening up their campaign with seven wins in their first eight games, putting the rest … Continue reading Ungar leads the way for Brock’s U CUP dreams in Toronto

Olympic and World Junior officials to referee U SPORTS hockey championships

TORONTO, ON – One of Canada’s best referees will return to the U SPORTS Men’s Hockey Championship this week at the former Maple Leaf Gardens, as Mark Pearce headlines a group of five referees appointed to the 2024 U CUP.  Regularly a CHL official, Pearce returns to the University Cup having refereed the gold medal game at the 2022 tournament, UQTR’s double-overtime win over the … Continue reading Olympic and World Junior officials to referee U SPORTS hockey championships