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Men's Basketball

Crowded at the Top: OUA Men’s Basketball Mid-Season Takeaways ahead of second half

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

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Hockey, Men's Hockey

10 questions with TMU Bold’s Kai Edmonds

TORONTO, ON – With nine wins in 10 games, Kai Edmonds been a steady presence for the Bold in his rookie campaign, as he draws on experience from a cup of coffee at the pro level. Always happy to go to the rink, it’s evident that Edmond’s attitude influences his teammates 49 Sports’ Michael Pagani sat down with Kai Edmonds to chat about his experiences.  Michael … Continue reading 10 questions with TMU Bold’s Kai Edmonds

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Men's Basketball

“Grit, grind and just rough”: Marauders respond to beat TMU

Hamilton, ON- After losing to the nationally-ranked Queen’s Gaels this past Sunday, McMaster Marauders men’s basketball head coach Patrick Tatham said they were outworked.  In the following game against the TMU Bold on Nov. 18, it was McMaster’s effort and grind that helped them pull out the victory.  “Grit, grind and just rough,” Tatham called it. Like their game against the Gaels, the first half … Continue reading “Grit, grind and just rough”: Marauders respond to beat TMU

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Women's Basketball

“I’m going to keep shooting”: Amy Stinson breaks through as McMaster takes down TMU 

Hamilton, ON- There’s an old saying for basketball players that sometimes, once one shot falls in, others begin to fall as well.  That might have been the case for McMaster Marauders women’s basketball forward Amy Stinson. She finished with 15 points and six rebounds against the TMU Bold on Nov. 18. The Marauders took down the defending U SPORTS and OUA champion Bold 64-54.  Stinson and … Continue reading “I’m going to keep shooting”: Amy Stinson breaks through as McMaster takes down TMU 

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Men's Soccer

One reason for each team to win the U SPORTS MSOC championship

An X-Factor that could be the reason each of the eight teams headed to Kamloops come away with gold When it comes to the U SPORTS nationals season, the beauty of the national championship is that every team comes in with their own motivations and storylines. Whether they are the defending conference (or nationwide) champions bullying their way through their conference or the plucky underdog’s … Continue reading One reason for each team to win the U SPORTS MSOC championship

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Hockey, Women's Hockey

Blowout win for TMU Bold offers a chance to reset their season

Toronto, ON – Heading into Saturday night, the TMU Bold desperately needed something to go right.  Losers of four straight while depositing just four goals into opposing nets, the last two weeks have been a far cry from the side’s decisive 3-1 win over Laurier to open the campaign.  On Saturday, November 5, though, everything finally came together in a matchup against last year’s OUA Finalists, … Continue reading Blowout win for TMU Bold offers a chance to reset their season

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Men's Soccer

McMaster Marauders defeat TMU Bold for first OUA Men’s Soccer title since 2012

Toronto, ON- As the OUA men’s soccer finals drew to a close and the fans stormed the field, McMaster Marauders captain Gianluca Spadafora thought about those closest to him.  The fourth-year midfielder from Hannon has experienced a lot in his time at McMaster. From playing his first game as a rookie in 2019 to the season being cancelled in 2020. From losing to Carleton in the … Continue reading McMaster Marauders defeat TMU Bold for first OUA Men’s Soccer title since 2012

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Women's Basketball

Examining the squads in the OUA Central Division  

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  

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Men's Basketball

Breaking down the men’s teams 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

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Women's Basketball

2022 U Sports Women’s Basketball Exhibition Tournament Guide: Preseason Basketball is Back

Hamilton, ON- With fall upon us, it’s a reminder that exhibition tournaments and games are tipping off for U Sports women’s basketball teams. There are usually games between nonconference opponents, NCAA opponents (although none this year so far) and CCAA opponents.  One of the most exciting parts of the preseason are exhibition tournaments, where teams often play two or three games in a short time period … Continue reading 2022 U Sports Women’s Basketball Exhibition Tournament Guide: Preseason Basketball is Back

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