The women’s hockey team’s Head Coach Mike Carroll believes the season has been good so far and notices the building chemistry that continues to grow within the team. He believes that the younger players are working just fine with the rest of the team. The team seems to recognize their mistakes and use them as tools for learning, while they remain in control of their … Continue reading Women’s hockey sets sight on final four goals

Despite their rocky start to the season, the men’s hockey team has kept morale high and worked hard in practice in order to do well for the rest of the year. They kicked off the season with a win against Hamline University with a score of 2-0 and continued to win against Concordia the following day with a score of 5-1. On their November 2 … Continue reading Men’s hockey remains optimistic

As semester final projects approach and students begin to study for exams, many are looking for an extra edge to defy their body’s needs and forego sleep and proper nutrition. These are essential to optimum function, health and mood balance, yet students still look to the aid of energy drinks and other caffeine sources that may not be ideal choices when dealing with either personal … Continue reading To energy drink, or energy eat?

The women’s basketball team is starting off the season not only with new head coach Laurie Kelly, but also a new attitude and perspective towards the game. Head coach Kelly believes the team has gotten better with every game and is proud to have started off right during the first part of the season on the road. Coach Kelly is expecting the team to take … Continue reading New coach, new perspective brings high expectations

Despite offseason promises of a successful 2012-2013 season, the Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a disappointing start.  The team has not given up yet, though. In fact, the Wolves are more optimistic than ever, as they prepare for the return of Ricky Rubio. The Wolves have an 8-9 record, are 3-5 within the Western Conference, and are 0-2 within the Northwest Division. The team is … Continue reading Timberwolves don’t let injuries keep them down

Although the season is still young, the Gustavus women’s swim and dive team have high hopes for the year as well as an impressive record to build upon. With three consecutive MIAC Championship titles as well as two first places finishes at the Saint John’s/Saint Ben’s Mini Invitational and the Morningside Invitational, they are gearing up for a successful year. “This is the biggest women’s … Continue reading Women’s swim and dive splash into the season

Gustavus’ women’s cross country team placed fourth in the Regional meet last Saturday, securing them a spot at the NCAA Division III National Championship meet on Saturday, Nov. 17 in Terre Haute, Indiana. After winning the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) meet on Oct. 27 by three points over the St. Olaf team, the Gustie women were primed for the Regional race at St. Olaf … Continue reading Women’s Cross Country heads to Nationals

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year when you’re able to stuff your face with as much food as possible without being judged. As enjoyable as this sounds, the aftermath can be less than pleasing. For many people, the holiday season can pack on pounds. Mom’s casserole or Grandma’s stuffing may have been worth it at the time, but in the end it can … Continue reading How to stay healthy this holiday

This past Saturday the Gustavus men’s soccer team advanced to the NCAA tournament held in Northfield, Minnesota to play against University of Wisconsin. Even though the team returned without the victory in this tournament, the men’s soccer team has only lost two games all year. They are currently ranked in the top 25 of the NCAA National teams. Head Coach Mike Middleton says he is … Continue reading Men’s Soccer finishes season at National tournament