Tag: york

Volleyball

“You have complete trust in them”: Full McMaster squad back as Marauders reach Forsyth Finals 

Hamilton, ON- When the OUA playoffs comes around, it’s survive and move on season. That’s what McMaster Marauders men’s volleyball head coach Dave Preston calls it. The Marauders did just that, defeating the York Lions on Mar. 4 in three sets to advance to the Forsyth Cup finals.  The start of the game looked the opposite though as McMaster fell behind 5-0. Once it became 6-2, … Continue reading “You have complete trust in them”: Full McMaster squad back as Marauders reach Forsyth Finals 

xsun2368Leave a comment
Volleyball

Peter Rugosi and Marauders push through grind to keep winning

Hamilton, ON- It was their third game in six days for the McMaster Marauders men’s volleyball team. This was following two five sets games against NCAA powerhouse Long Beach State.  Facing the Waterloo Warriors on Jan 18 in their first OUA home game of 2023, the Marauders were without outside hitters Sam Cooper and Maxime Gratton. The Warriors pushed them, keeping each set relatively close before … Continue reading Peter Rugosi and Marauders push through grind to keep winning

xsun2368Leave a comment
Volleyball

McMaster’s Emma McKinnon’s visualization comes true upon her return 

Hamilton, ON- When Emma McKinnon finally returned to the court, she called it super fun. In her first practice back, she wasn’t allowed to jump but she still enjoyed passing, playing defence and doing the other parts of the game.  After a while, the second-year McMaster Marauders outside hitter was full-go at practice. She was soon jumping and hitting as well. Her presence has been noticeable … Continue reading McMaster’s Emma McKinnon’s visualization comes true upon her return 

xsun2368Leave a comment
Volleyball

“You can do it”: How Paige Entwistle finds her confidence 

Hamilton, ON- Early on in her McMaster Marauders career, Paige Entwistle learned the value of confidence.  It’s been a theme throughout her university career. The fifth-year outside hitter said she still works on it.  Going into their games against Western and York this past weekend, she pointed out how she was “struggling with it a lot.” In contrast, she pointed out how she played really well … Continue reading “You can do it”: How Paige Entwistle finds her confidence 

xsun2368Leave a comment
Women's Basketball

“A whole different level”: Sarah Gates sets McMaster record in her final home opener 

Hamilton, ON– As Sarah Gates was racking up points, she wasn’t aware of how many she had.  The fifth-year McMaster Marauders guard ended up scoring 47 points in their season opener victory against York. It was a career-high for her and a McMaster women’s basketball record.  “Honestly, it was just one of those games where you’re just playing basketball,” Gates said. “I had no sense … Continue reading “A whole different level”: Sarah Gates sets McMaster record in her final home opener 

xsun23681 Comment
Men's Basketball

“We couldn’t lose on our home court”: second half rally seals Marauders’ home opener victory

Hamilton, ON- Midway through the third quarter of their home opener, the McMaster Marauders were at risk of starting the season with three straight losses.  The Marauders men’s basketball team was trailing the York Lions in the second half of their home opener on Nov. 11 when they made a run to pull away for an 89-61 victory and their first regular season win of … Continue reading “We couldn’t lose on our home court”: second half rally seals Marauders’ home opener victory

xsun2368Leave a comment
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  

xsun2368Leave a comment
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

xsun2368Leave a comment
Women's Soccer

McMaster Rides Positive Environment and Momentum Into Draw Against York

Hamilton, ON- With the OUA regular season entering the final stretch of games, the McMaster Marauders women’s soccer team faced a crucial home against the York Lions.  They were facing a Lions squad third in the OUA West division. Meanwhile, the Marauders were chasing a playoff berth.  The Marauders found the quick start they needed as they went on the attack early.  Forward Joelle Chackal … Continue reading McMaster Rides Positive Environment and Momentum Into Draw Against York

xsun2368Leave a comment