Normality comes in small doses both at Gustavus and at-large this year, yet where it can be found, it is. Since Oct.19, Gustavus has been hosting the return of intramural sports to campus to provide both a welcome distraction and a healthy outlet for energy. This year, they are meant to encourage active behavior while still being mindful of all the safety measures promoted on … Continue reading Intramural Sports are Back! Gusties prepare for the return of intramural sports this fall

As Gustie student-athletes start to get into the nitty-gritty of their practice-intensive seasons, their bodies have started to feel the strain. As a result, the Athletic Training room has been a busy place as of late. The fact that this service can still be provided, however, is a testament to the resiliency of the Gustavus Athletic Training Program. The transition to virtual learning these past … Continue reading Closer than Most: Athletic Training in the age of COVID-19

The Gustavus Female Athlete of the Decade tournament has concluded after four weeks of polling. The final round came down to volleyball player Nora Holtan and soccer player Ashley Becker, both of whom were 2019 Gustavus graduates. After a tightly contested 48 hours of final-round voting, Ashley Becker came out on top and was declared the Female Athlete of the Decade. Ashley Becker played at … Continue reading Female Athlete Of the Decade: Ashley Becker

When the Gustavus Football team began practices this fall with just their first-year members on campus, they were able to hold onto the hope of eventually donning helmets and full pads for full-contact practices. Sadly, as reality unfolded, the dream of full-contact and equipment was postponed. As of last week, however, Gustie football players were able to gain an extra measure of both safety and … Continue reading Making the Most of It: Gustie Football Begins Practice with Helmets

When compared to the vast timescape represented by a decade, four weeks is but a drop in the bucket. For current and former Gustavus student-athletes waiting for the weekly Athlete of the Decade votes to roll in on Facebook and Twitter, however, it must have felt like an eternity. On the Men’s side of the bracket, the final vote was especially intense, coming down to … Continue reading Al-Houni Wins Athlete of the Decade Award: Men’s Tennis Mohanad Al-Houni (‘18) awarded honors

The Gustavus Baseball team is currently in the middle of their annual Fall Ball World Series. The tradition of playing an in-club ‘world series’ to end the season has been a staple of the team for years. In a season where only one regular season game was played before the pandemic hit, the desire for competition is being fulfilled by this series. Last spring, the … Continue reading Gustie Baseball begins Fall World Series: Seniors reflect on their first return to competitive play as a team

Swim teams across the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) are expecting yet another disruption to their season. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is nearing a decision that would delay the Division III Swimming & Diving National Championship until March 2021. While the announcement has not yet been made, the Gustavus Swim & Dive team is planning accordingly. “The decision still needs to go to … Continue reading Swim & Dive team works to stay afloat: Gusties remain optimistic through uncertain times