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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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Take a breather: How students can claim the benefits of yoga and meditation
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As we near the end of the fall semester, stress levels have begun to rise, and procrastination has set in. Take a breather by participating in some light yoga or meditation to refocus, as it they offers benefits to both physical to mental health. Anyone can claim the benefits of yoga and meditation, as they…
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Activity and nutrition for the busy student
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Having trouble focusing on online schoolwork, or can’t stop yourself from checking the fridge just one more time? Associate professor of kinesiology and physical education, Tom Hazell offers some insight into how these behaviours can be changed. With full-time Zoom classes and the second wave of COVID-19 looming, students have been placed in a unique…
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Laurier’s online catalogue of ways to stay active from home
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As COVID-19 cases increase in the province and restrictions tightening again, working out has yet again become a challenge. Laurier’s Department of Athletics and Recreation has provided extensive resources to help students find time for their wellbeing. With the weather getting colder and the pandemic persistings, focusing on your own wellbeing and mental health can…
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Men’s lacrosse captain drafted to the NLL
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Andrew Borgatti has been drafted to the New York Riptide, the newest expansion team of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). Laurier’s men’s lacrosse head coach will be joining him as his teammate. On Sept. 18, Borgatti was selected in the second round of the NLL entry draft, making him the 29th pick overall. The New…
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A recap of Homecoming 2020
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With no fall sports, this year’s Homecoming looked a little different than previous years. The Wilfrid Laurier University department of athletics and recreation presented the weekend virtually offering multiple events that brought the spirit of Laurier to life. This year’s homecoming was a great success given the many adjustments made due to the pandemic. Normally…
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Two Laurier Athletics staff named to Team Ontario for the 2021 Canada Summer Games
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Among the talented athletes representing Team Ontario in the 2021 Canada Summer Games are two Laurier faculty members. Long-time swim coach now with Laurier, Cathy Pardy and accomplished communications coordinator Jamie Howieson were named to the staff of the provincial team for the summer games. Pardy will be joining the team as the swim head…
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Ways to stay healthy and active beyond the gym
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Gyms have began re-opening their doors after the COVID-19 pandemic was announced in March 2020. Even with gyms open, many people have many understandable objections for going to the gym. Here are some fun ways to stay active at home! If you are back at your university housing or staying at home this semester, it…
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Kate Moran on overcoming injury and being named rookie of the year
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Female Rookie of the Year Kate Moran has had an incredible first season with the Laurier Golden Hawks women’s basketball team. After two injuries and now a pandemic, Moran has stayed positive and grown her love for basketball. Moran, a Waterloo native, is an accomplished basketball player who has overcome multiple injuries and continues to…
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2021 FISU Winter Universaide postponed
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In what will come as disappointing news to Laurier’s undefeated men’s curling team, the 2021 FISU winter games which were set to be held in January have officially been postponed. Matt Wilkinson and his curling team, the OUA male team of the year were set to represent Canada at the 2021 FISU Winter Universiade following…
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