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The not-so-secret history of sports curses and superstitions
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The not-so-secret history of sports curses and superstitions

When something goes horribly wrong, the natural human reaction is to find something to blame — the weather, the trauma your former partner gave you, the unfair professor who never posts his slides. This reaction is no less common in the world of sports, and throughout the years, the list of

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Weekly Dino Digest: Oct. 14-20
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Weekly Dino Digest: Oct. 14-20

The Dinos are back with a packed schedule this weekend with 17 games on the slate. If you get a chance this weekend, bring your family and check out the master schedule to cheer on your Dinos. Once you decide on a game to go to, go to the Dinos’

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UCalgary Dinos to host U SPORTS men's basketball Final 8
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UCalgary Dinos to host U SPORTS men's basketball Final 8

The University of Calgary Dinos will host the 2026 U SPORTS men’s basketball Final 8 championship, returning this high profile event to Calgary for the first time in over a decade. This edition will mark a significant milestone for both the program and the university.  "It's

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Northern Super League: A new era for Canadian women's soccer
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Northern Super League: A new era for Canadian women's soccer

As Canadian Women's Sports Month celebrates the achievements of female athletes, the launch of the Northern Super League (NSL) marks a groundbreaking moment for women’s soccer in Canada. This new professional women’s soccer league not only expands the country's sporting landscape but also provides

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The 2024 Olympics in five memorable memes
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The 2024 Olympics in five memorable memes

The Olympics concluded on Sunday, Aug. 11th, and Canada proudly came home with 27 medals – nine gold, seven silver, and 11 bronze. This was a record-breaking year for our incredible athletes! Not only that, but Canada also claimed 10 gold, nine silver, and 10 bronze medals in the Paralympic

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Weekly Dino Digest: Sept. 30 to Oct. 6
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Weekly Dino Digest: Sept. 30 to Oct. 6

If you think you’re busy, so are the Dinos! Some teams are wrapping up their regular season while others are getting some last-minute reps in before they start their regular season play. If you get a chance this weekend, check out the master schedule to cheer on your

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Weekly Dino Digest: Sept. 23-29
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Weekly Dino Digest: Sept. 23-29

Your U of C Dinos have been booked and busy this September. As students settle into the rhythm of classes, the Dinos are gearing up for a weekend loaded with 16 games on the docket. Rugby The Dinos’ Rugby team will kick off the weekend of action in Vancouver vs

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Demystifying all of the Active Living facilities on campus
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Demystifying all of the Active Living facilities on campus

For students looking to integrate fitness into their busy schedules, the University of Calgary’s Active Living facilities offer a wealth of resources. But knowing how to start can feel overwhelming. In an interview with the Gauntlet with Senior Marketing and Communications Specialist, Brinley Elkes and Membership Services Coordinator, Shawna

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Preview of the 2024 League of Legends World Championships
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Preview of the 2024 League of Legends World Championships

The 2024 League of Legends World Championships is set to ignite the global esports scene with high-octane competition and jaw-dropping plays. As the top teams from across the globe converge in Europe, fans can expect a clash of titans, where both seasoned veterans and rising stars will battle

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Lacrosse and sovereignty: The Haudenosaunee Nations' path to the 2028 Olympics
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Lacrosse and sovereignty: The Haudenosaunee Nations' path to the 2028 Olympics

Even though the Paris Olympics wrapped up just a few weeks ago, the organizing committees, dedicated athletes and nations from around the world are already looking ahead to the next Games. The Haudenosaunee Nations' lacrosse teams hope to be there too, this time not under any other country’s

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A new era for the Gauntlet

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