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For the love of sports: Cavalry FC
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For the love of sports: Cavalry FC

The Calgary Flames may be getting some well-deserved rest but professional sports in Calgary are far from taking a break. There is a ferocious battle being fought by Calgary’s own Cavalry FC within the hallowed halls of the Canadian Premier League (CPL). But first, here’s some context

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A dramatic end to the 2024 Calgary Stampede Rodeo
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A dramatic end to the 2024 Calgary Stampede Rodeo

The 2024 Calgary Stampede concluded on Red Hot Championship Sunday with the crowning of champions marked by impressive performances from the athletes, intense competition, and some controversy to add drama to the event.  The last day of the rodeo produced close results in all events but ultimately produced a rare

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The evolution of rodeo: from ranching traditions to professional athletes
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The evolution of rodeo: from ranching traditions to professional athletes

Rodeo, a sport deeply rooted in the ranching traditions of North America, has undergone a significant transformation over the past few decades. What began as demonstrations of everyday ranching skills to pass the time during the early years of the agricultural industry has developed into a highly competitive sport. We

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Calgary Stampede Rodeo 2024: A new era of competition and talent
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Calgary Stampede Rodeo 2024: A new era of competition and talent

The Calgary Stampede Rodeo is gearing up for another thrilling year of competition, promising excitement and showcasing top-tier talent from around the globe. In an interview with the Gauntlet, Navada Phipps, Western Events Specialist for the Calgary Stampede, explored the changes in the competition format, highlighting some athletes to

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U of C Dinos Men's Basketball team takes on the Philippines' Gilas Legends
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U of C Dinos Men's Basketball team takes on the Philippines' Gilas Legends

On June 29, the University of Calgary Dinos men’s basketball team took on the Gilas Legends, a group of decorated players who represented the Philippines men’s national team at the Olympics and other International Basketball Federation (FIBA). The exhibition game took place in the Jack Simpson Gym as

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The history of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo and Rangeland Derby
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The history of the Calgary Stampede Rodeo and Rangeland Derby

When looking at the overall picture of the Calgary Stampede from a modern lens, one can notice subtle hints of the history that formed the 10-day event. While it is widely known for the rides and midway food with hints of Western from the cowboy boots and hats that

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Championship-winning coach set to take the lead for Dinos men's soccer
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Championship-winning coach set to take the lead for Dinos men's soccer

The Dinos have named Ramon Mifflin as the head coach of the men’s soccer program, as announced by Dinos Director of Athletics, Ben Matchett on May 16. Matchett praised Mifflin for his dedication to soccer and commitment to providing an exceptional experience for student athletes. Born in Lima Peru,

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Letter from the Editor:  A reflection on the stories that shaped the Sports and Lifestyle sections at the Gauntlet
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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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Courage on the court: the Dylan Kalambay story
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Courage on the court: the Dylan Kalambay story

Heart and Sole - The Dylan Kalambay Story is a short documentary-style film directed by Michael Hamilton  and produced by  Game Seven Media, in conjunction with the Canadian Blood Services. The film follows Kalambay as he navigates recovery, COVID-19, college applications and his return to basketball following a lifesaving

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Hottest takes #2: 2023-24 NHL Season
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Hottest takes #2: 2023-24 NHL Season

As the NHL is amid thrilling playoffs, the 2023-24 regular season gave fans many takes – ones that ignited online debates from X to sports podcasts. It was hard to narrow it down to five, but in no particular order, here are five hot takes from the NHL season. Let’

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A new era for the Gauntlet

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