Cougars vanquished by SAIT in pursuit of hockey crown
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor Hindsight shows us that every cloud has a silver lining. But when gold is the goal, not even the shine of silver can mask disappointment. Just ask the Cougars...
Tagged: Cougars’ Corner
Men’s hockey ties series with SAIT
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor Despite repeated trips to the penalty box, the Cougars men’s hockey team captured the second game of their ACAC championship series with SAIT, winning the contest 4-2. The Cougars...
Women’s basketball team motivated to win next season
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor There’s an old saying in the world of sports: sometimes you learn more from a loss than you do a win. Coming off a close 55-52 loss to MacEwan...
Cougars haul in ACAC medals
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor The Cougars women’s volleyball team captured its 13th ACAC title with a dramatic five-set victory over Grande Prairie Feb. 27. It was the Cougars’ first provincial title since going...
Vetere debuts for ‘Necks in time of need
by Bryce Forbes The Reflector The timing for Joe Vetere could not have been worse. After wallowing on the Calgary Roughnecks’ practice squad for three years, only seeing action in one exhibition game, he...
Players, coach honoured for achievements
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor Nineteen athletes and one coach from Mount Royal have been recognized by the ACAC for their achievements this past season. Coming off a season that saw him win twice...
Mining hockey silver down under
By Blaine Meller Sports Editor If anyone doubts that hockey is quickly growing into a truly international game, talk to somebody in the know. Somebody like Tash Farrier. Farrier, 21, returned to Canada and...
Women on the verge of making history
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor Two of Mount Royal’s varsity athletic squads are on the verge of tying a unique school record. Since the 1969-70 season, Mount Royal’s athletic teams have compiled 20 undefeated...
MRU Cougars apply for Canada West status
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor Mount Royal University’s student athletes could soon be facing new competition. The Cougars’ athletic department has formally applied to join the ranks of the Canada West Universities Athletic Association...
Cougars back on the prowl
by Blaine Meller Sports Editor The Cougars are back on the prowl. After a break for exams and the holidays, the university’s athletic teams are back in action, some looking to remain unbeaten, some...
