Jasmine Abel
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Looking back at the Golden Hawks’ cheerleading season
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The Wilfrid Laurier University varsity cheerleading team has had a season to remember filled with great achievements, dedication and talent. Known for their presence at Laurier football games, the cheer team amps up the crowd with their impressive stunts, high-flying baskets and spirited cheers. But their impact goes far beyond game day performances. Behind the…
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Looking back at the 2024-25 men’s hockey season
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The Wilfrid Laurier University men’s hockey team may not have impressed on paper this season, but a deeper look beyond the stats reveals a story of resilience, grit and moments that couldn’t be captured in the numbers. Throughout the season, we saw some improvement and some great performances from players such as second-year business student…
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Laurier suffers 5-2 loss versus Gryphons
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The Wilfrid Laurier University men’s hockey team fell short against the University of Guelph Gryphons on Saturday, Jan. 18, with a final score of 5-2. The game started off physical, with both teams throwing big hits and 12 combined penalty minutes in only the first period. Laurier’s team captain Patrick Brown, a fourth-year arts student,…
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Looking back at a memorable fall semester
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Here’s a look at the standout players, pivotal moments and achievements that made the 2024 fall season memorable. For women’s soccer, the Laurier team started their 2024 season with a 3-0-2 unbeaten streak. However, their momentum came to a halt on Sept. 20 with a 1-0 home loss to the McMaster Marauders. The team wrapped up…
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Upcoming games to watch out for this term
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With the new term starting up, there are some upcoming games to look forward to for Wilfrid Laurier University athletes, students and sports fans. The Laurier women’s basketball team recently broke a three-game losing streak with a win against the Lakehead University Thunderwolves. Third-year biology major Katie White added 22 points to the…
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Laurier suffers brutal loss to Varsity Blues
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The Wilfrid Laurier University men’s hockey team suffered a loss against the University of Toronto Varsity Blues on Nov. 10, with a final score of 6-2. The game escalated quickly, with the Varsity Blues scoring their first goal three minutes into the first period on first year goaltender Tristan Malboeuf. Both teams roughed each other…
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Golden Hawks soar to Vanier Cup after historic season
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The Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks football team is flying high, riding the momentum of an undefeated regular season (8-0) and capturing the 116th Yates Cup with a commanding 51-36 victory over the Western Mustangs. Their postseason journey has seen them triumph in the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) semifinals against Queen’s, the Yates Cup, and the…
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Sarnia’s rich connection with Ontario hockey
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Sarnia, Ontario is a small city in southern Ontario with a rich history when it comes to hockey. It is home to the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) team, the Sarnia Sting, an organization that has produced several well-known players. Sarnia is also home to the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL) team the Sarnia Legionnaires,…
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Laurier suffers loss against Western in soccer showdown
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The Wilfrid Laurier University men’s soccer team lost to the Western University Mustangs in their game on Oct. 6. The Golden Hawks made a good effort, scoring one goal in the first half but ultimately falling short with a final score of 2-1 in favor of the Mustangs. The team played Western earlier in the…
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Laurier loses Battle of Waterloo in overtime
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The Wilfrid Laurier University men’s hockey team lost to the University of Waterloo Warriors on Oct. 24 in an intense battle for the puck. The game was a battle to the end with back-to-back goals from both teams until the Warriors took the win in overtime with a final score of 6-5. The Warriors started…
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