Sports
From Bombers to Bisons
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I had it all planned out. Actually, I had the whole thing written: an article highlighting the dismal failures of the 2009 Winnipeg Blue Bombers. It was chock full of delicious puns, devastating burns...
Myth of rock climbing in the prairies: debunked
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My jaw hit the floor when I first heard of this phenomenon, how could it exist? Around these parts it’s a myth as prevalent as sasquatch, or even the yeti; it’s rock climbing in...
Marginally better your odds!
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Every year when the NHL regular season begins, so do countless fantasy leagues and hockey pools. For those who’ve already gotten roped into one, or for those looking to add more time wasting activities...
UFC? Why, yes please!
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Someone once said to me, “Hey, Dave, you’re pretty big and strong and about as attractive as an open grave. You should try out for UFC!” To which I replied “Mom, leave me alone.”...
Bison results and Oct. schedules
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Soccer
Sept. results: five wins and one loss
Oct. 3: home game vs. UBC (1-1 tie)
Oct. 4: home game vs. Trinity Western (2-1 win for Trinity Western)
Oct. 17: away game vs. Alberta
Oct. 18: away game...
Good old hockey game
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There was an excitement in the air Thursday night. Groups of people gathered, crowding the downtown streets of Winnipeg. It was like waking up from a long hibernation and basking in the first rays...
In the doghouse
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It’s called the worst off-season in sports, and judging by the plethora of NFL jerseys I’ve seen around campus lately (99 per cent Minnesota Vikings), the students at U of M agree: The National...
