Hockey
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Men’s hockey coach Greg Puhalski on Laurier’s return to the ice and his time with the Stanley Cup
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“Everybody’s got high anticipation. We are really excited to get going,” Men’s hockey coach Greg Puhalski said. Coaches across the Ontario University Athletics conference will have to adjust to a unique season this year as their teams prepare to take the ice for the first time in over 20 months. “It’ll be an adjustment. It’s…
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Men’s hockey goaltender Tyler Fassl focusing on school while hopeful for a return to the ice in the fall
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“I can’t say enough about my teammates. It’s been great making a lot of friendships over the years and I’m sure the relationships will last long after I graduate.” Although being held off the ice, third-year goalie Tyler Fassl has made the most of this past year, balancing his academic studies while preparing for an…
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Highlighting some of the bigger moments in sports for women this past year
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With International Women’s Day on Mar. 8, it is a good time to examine some of the great progress being made for women’s athletics in North America. Women sports have made great strides in the past decade, and so has the representation. This past year was especially important as women made some ground-breaking moves…
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Remembering “Canada’s Hockey Dad,” Walter Gretzky
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“I don’t think I’ve ever met a prouder Canadian than my dad,” hockey legend Wayne Gretzky said in his emotional eulogy remembering his father, Walter, this past Saturday. The Canadian hockey icon who made a tremendous impact within his community and towards the game of hockey passed away last Thursday at the age of 82. …
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Walter Gretzky, Brantford community leader, passes away
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Laurier mourns the loss of Walter Gretzky, notable Brantford community leader, who passed away on Mar. 4, 2021. Walter was a father of five, including hockey star Wayne Gretzky. Born in Canning, Ontario, a local township, he and his wife, Phyllis, raised their five children in Brantford, Ontario. “Admired by Canadians from coast to coast,…
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Two-time Women’s Hockey MVP Cohen Myers on this past year and her time with Laurier
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It has been a massive adjustment for student-athletes across all sports this past year. With university competition absent, student-athletes have had to tweak their routines and get accustomed to restrictions that have eliminated the opportunity to practice or play. Fourth-year women’s hockey goalie Cohen Myers has been one of the busiest goalies in the OUA…
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How to shoot your shot this virtual Valentine’s day
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Whether you’re a romantic or lone wolf, Valentine’s Day is never an easy holiday. When you’re single, you may feel unloved and loneliness is emphasized by couples posting their V-Day celebrations on social media. When you’re in a relationship, there’s pressure to conform to the holiday traditions and do something special for your significant other. …
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A look at the current uncertain nature of junior hockey competition in Ontario
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The 2020 sports year has been dominated by cancellations, postponements and resulting adjustments. Junior hockey leagues across Canada have taken different approaches to each of their leagues return-to-play initiatives, however the mandate in Ontario is one that sticks out. The OHL, under the direction of Lisa MacLeod, the Ontario Minister of Heritage, Tourism, Sport and…
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Training in the time of COVID-19: Women’s hockey’s return to training on campus
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Increasing COVID-19 restrictions and the cancelation of all sports by the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) has left student-athletes unable to properly train on campus. With the cancellation of both Fall and Winter sports, the OUA has outlined a phased comeback for on-campus training that allows members to create their own program following provincial and school…
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Golden Hawks honour seven impressive inductees into hall of fame
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Over this past homecoming weekend, Wilfrid Laurier University celebrated and honoured seven new members to the Golden Hawk Hall of Fame. The 2020 induction class featured five dominant athletes, an inspiring coach and a remarkable team. The seven were recognized virtually by the Golden Hawks Hall of Fame for their outstanding contributions to Laurier athletics…
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