Laurier sports
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Laurier Unveils Largest University Dome in Ontario for Year-Round Training
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On Feb. 1, Wilfrid Laurier University opened a new multi-use dome at the University Stadium located in Waterloo Park, providing students, varsity athletes and the broader Waterloo community with a new indoor space for sports and recreation. The 118,750 square-foot structure is the largest of its kind among member institutions in Ontario University Sport. The stadium aims to support uninterrupted training for…
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Golden Hawk Teams to Watch in the New Year
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The Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks Women’s Hockey team closed out the first half of the season on a serious high. On Monday, Dec. 1, they cracked the national rankings at No. 5 in U SPORTS, riding a five-game winning streak into 2026 and turning heads across Ontario. Over that 5-game period, the Hawks outscored opponents 18–3, highlighted by…
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Queen’s Gaels Upset Laurier Golden Hawks in 117th Yeates Cup
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The morning of the 117th Yates Cup was charged with excitement. Staff, students, and supporters alike from both Laurier and Queens came out in droves to cheer on their teams. The Goldenhawks came into the game as overwhelming favourites, as the Hawks had remained undefeated until this point. Additionally, the Hawks collected a long list of OUA awards in the days leading up to the game. However, they were unable to keep their streak alive, losing to the Gaels 30-27. Laurier came…
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Golden Hawks Outlast Lakehead in OT Thriller Before Winter Break
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Even a snowstorm couldn’t stop Laurier students from packing the stands as the Golden Hawks hosted the Central Division–leading Lakehead Thunderwolves at the Laurier Athletic Complex on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, following the women’s team’s hard-fought win over the same opponent. The Golden Hawks prevailed 104–102 in overtime, improving to 6–5 on the season and moving into second…
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Golden Hawks enter 2025 season with new quarterback and familiar expectations
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The Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks are looking to build on one of the most memorable campaigns in program history as they begin their 2025 season with new leadership under centre and championship ambitions firmly intact. Last fall, Laurier stormed through the OUA, capped by a 51-31 victory over Western to capture the 116th Yates Cup…
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Forever a Golden Hawk
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For many high school students, choosing a university can feel overwhelming. Just one more decision in a whirlwind of applications, deadlines, and uncertainty. But for some of us, the choice comes naturally. For me, that school was Wilfrid Laurier. From the moment I visited the campus, I felt it. The sense of community, the welcoming…
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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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Laurier wins double gold in U SPORTS championship
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On Feb. 28, the Wilfrid Laurier University Golden Hawks men’s and women’s curling teams capped off historic seasons, each winning their U SPORTS gold medal matches against Carleton and McMaster, respectively. The men’s team, led by fourth-year communications studies skip Kibo Mulima, finished the season 16-7. Mulima, a key part of Laurier’s 2023 national championship…
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Hawks lose to Windsor Lancers in showdown
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On Jan. 17 the Laurier Women’s Basketball team suited up to play the University of Windsor Lancers. Although the Golden Hawks were undersized, they played a very competitive and intense game against the division leaders. The Golden Hawks were unable to get many calls to fall their way, only getting six free throws to Windsor’s…
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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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