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Dinos robbed of a win against Bisons

Dinos robbed of a win against Bisons

Boos from the stands, arguments on the field and indignation from the stands is how the game against the Manitoba Bisons ended on Saturday, Sept. 21, a stark contrast to the happy retirement wishes for Bisons’ coach Brian Dobie that started the evening. Unfortunately, this game was marked not by

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Letter from the Editor:  A reflection on the stories that shaped the Sports and Lifestyle sections at the Gauntlet

Letter from the Editor:  A reflection on the stories that shaped the Sports and Lifestyle sections at the Gauntlet

There are rare moments in life when passion and work coincide. To me, the beauty of life lies in living through every step of the way during these moments. To be thankful for the places your passion takes you and the people that it introduces you to while laughing at

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Hottest takes: NBA Basketball

Hottest takes: NBA Basketball

Sports are a link between people. The old “Are you big on sports?” question can be the starter for many friendships and future bonds. It became part of our identity, and with anything that embraces a multitude of people from every possible background, comes the liberty to form opinions and

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Hot versus cold showers: Which is better?

Hot versus cold showers: Which is better?

The quick insurgence of an unfathomable amount of Instagram coaches who have given way too many tips and tricks that seem to contradict each other like a great coaching tug-of-war. We constantly see different athletic influencers spreading information that directly contradicts what the next person says.  This time

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Ducks over geese — new campus favourites

Ducks over geese — new campus favourites

Jason Ngu is a name that might have changed your winter without you ever noticing. The third-year computer science student with a will to help others through seasonal depression has recently gone viral on the internet for his now iconic army of snow ducks. His small sculptures became a

Appreciating greatness (while we still have it)

Appreciating greatness (while we still have it)

Greatness is not a very well-defined term in sports. It’s not a word one can find in the handbook, it is more about a feeling. It’s almost indescribable, but every sports fan knows when they are witnessing it. Whether greatness comes in the form of a triumphant

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Recap: Pack The Jack

Recap: Pack The Jack

Pack the Jack is one of the most celebrated traditions in the University of Calgary. The basketball game that precedes the Crowchild Classic and brings incredible numbers of attendees to cheer for the team. The game also symbolizes the shift from regular season to playoffs happening in different sports. This

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Inside the mind of a student-athlete on the road to playoff

Inside the mind of a student-athlete on the road to playoff

The Dinos are preparing themselves in a multitude of sports for the upcoming offseason. A time for sacrifices and hardships. Balancing academics, physical conditioning and the mental strength required for playoff competition can be overwhelming. Successfully navigating this crucial period requires careful planning, discipline and the will to not only

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Burnout in research: A reality worth talking about

Burnout in research: A reality worth talking about

This is not going to be your typical “try to get more sleep” or “start a workout routine” type of article. Everyone who has been in or is looking for research would kill for the chance of adding a few extra hours to their sleep schedule and would gladly pass

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The Wayne Harris Era: Coach, father, inspiration

The Wayne Harris Era: Coach, father, inspiration

The Wayne Harris era comes to a close in the chapter of the Dinos book. Although none other than those who lived through it will be able to summarize this man’s incredible career, we can certainly try.  Harris is a name you would most definitely see at one point

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