Catherine Racher
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Women’s playoff hopes end in gritty match
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The Laurier women’s soccer team embarked on an admirable playoff journey as the team advanced to the round of 16, where they faced the Windsor Lancers. It was a night to remember, as Laurier secured a stunning 2-1 victory after being down 1-0 at halftime. In the 55th minute, Jada Johnson emerged as a key…
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Golden Hawks soccer host Senior Day for their last match on home soil
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The Laurier women’s and men’s soccer teams hosted the Western Mustangs in their final game at home. The women’s team celebrated ten senior athletes who prepared to play one last time at Alumni Field. The Laurier Golden Hawks battled in a physical match against the Mustangs, led by their fifth year Captain, Lila Nakano. Nakano…
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Golden Hawks Fall to McMaster After Hard Fought Battle at Alumni Field
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The Laurier Golden Hawks’ men’s soccer team faced a challenging weekend as they battled with the McMaster Marauders in back-to-back games, ultimately falling short with identical 1-0 scores. The Golden Hawks started the game strong, setting the tone with a corner kick and two shots in the first six minutes of the match. Laurier pushed…
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Canada’s Women’s National Soccer Team books ticket to Paris 2024
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The Canadian Women’s National Soccer team has officially qualified to defend their Olympic gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The reigning Olympic champions and 10th ranked team won their CONCACAF Olympic qualifying match against the 37th ranked Jamaica side 4-1 on aggregate, securing their spot in Paris 2024. After a difficult 2023 season,…
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Golden Hawks score big with 6 points secured at home
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Laurier’s Men’s Varsity Soccer Team showcased their progress on the field this past weekend, securing a pair of impressive victories at home. The team, accompanied by starting midfielder Ethan Golias, displayed peak performance, claiming all 6 available points in their double-header against the Algoma Thunderbirds. In a season filled with anticipation, the Golden Hawks have…
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Golden Hawks battle Brock Badgers and the elements
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he Laurier women’s soccer team has captured first place in the OUA West division, a reflection of their successful start to the season. After a productive Saturday on the road, the Golden Hawks faced controversy in their game at home on Sunday against the Brock Badgers. On Sep. 16th, the squad travelled to St. Catherine’s…
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Soaring into the season: Golden Hawks women’s soccer shows promising start
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On Sept 1., The Golden Hawks women’s soccer team took the field for their season opener against the York University Lions. The opening match was significant for the team, as it marked the first game on their newly renovated home turf at Alumni Field, and the excitement in the air was apparent. The Golden Hawks…
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Soccer icons take pitch one last time
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For women’s soccer, making it to the World Cup is a dream come true. The dream could not be possible without trailblazing women fighting for their place on the world stage, equal opportunities, and fair pay. The 2023 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand could be the last time viewers and competitors see generational…
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Canada begins fight for first FIFA Women’s World Cup
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The FIFA Women’s World Cup is underway in Australia and New Zealand where team Canada searches for their first ever tournament win coming off a successful gold medal finish at the 2020 Olympics. Canada has been challenged in this tournament where they placed the highest of fourth place in 2003. In 2015, they fell in…
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Niklas Bauer is Laurier’s humble soccer star
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Niklas Bauer has been playing soccer since he was five-years-old and much of his time since has been spent honing his craft. “I’ve been playing pretty much all my life,” said Bauer. “I probably played house league when I was [around] five years old.” This season, the results of all of his hard work on…
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