While club sports often lack funding, paid coaches, and access to the same benefits that varsity sports receive, they are not lacking in spirit or skills. For athletes who aren’t drawn to any of Gustavus’ varsity sports, club teams can satisfy their competitive tendencies. Two of the most popular club sports, ultimate frisbee and rugby draw in students from all different parts of campus. “[Ultimate … Continue reading Club sports provide camaraderie and athletic opportunities

As top-notch athletes, members of the Gustavus swim team are accustomed to overcoming physical and mental hardships. This year the team’s strength was tested when Sophomore Swimmer Grace Goblirsch was diagnosed with leukemia midway through the season. What could have been a devastating hurdle has served as a source of inspiration as the Gusties and fellow MIAC swimmers have made it their mission to “Race … Continue reading Racing for Grace: One team, one family

With the regular season finished, the Gustavus men’s and women’s hockey teams have begun their playoff seasons. The Gustavus men finished their regular season with a 15-7-3 record while the women finished with the regular season unbeaten with a 24-0-1 record. The Gustavus men’s quest for the MIAC Championship began last Friday night when they played against St. Olaf at Don Roberts Ice Arena. The … Continue reading Men’s and women’s hockey both earn place in playoffs

Performance Enhancing Drugs, or PEDs, have injected the sports world with controversy. After Lance Armstrong admitted to doping throughout his inspiring career and no one was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this year due to the candidates’ rumored steroid abuse, it has become increasingly difficult for fans to trust that their favorite athletes are earning their accolades honestly. Despite PEDs being illegal in … Continue reading PEDs enhance performances and raise suspicions

The lights are on in Hammond Stadium and Twins players, both familiar and new, have donned their uniforms to compete for a place on the 40-man roster. Just like every spring before, the players have reported to camp ‘in the shape of their lives,’ and there is a high level of hope floating in the Florida breeze. That hope isn’t as prevalent in the Minnesota … Continue reading Hope runs high for Twins in Fort Myers

The Gustavus men’s basketball team played their final regular season game against the Concordia Cobbers last Saturday afternoon. Heading into the game, the Gusties needed a win in order to clinch a spot in the MIAC playoffs. After a hard battle fought against the number two seeded Cobbers, the Gusties finished the game losing 69-62 in regulation. The Gustavus men finished their season with a … Continue reading Men’s basketball dribbles into the offseason

Each New Year brings about a wave of new fitness resolutions along with a surge of new gym memberships. Lately a growing number of people have been bucking tradition and ditching the cold walk to the gym in favor of at-home fitness programs. Two of the most popular video series on the market right now are P90X and Insanity. Their infomercials are plastered over late … Continue reading P90X vs. Insanity: which is the best for you?

Women’s gymnastics this year at Gustavus has been on a roll with new head coach and Gustavus alumni, Katie Olson, and the team’s new spirit throughout the season. Head Coach Katie Olson says this year has been going very well and feels proud of the team camaraderie that has been established. This year the women’s gymnastics team has won a complete gymnastics meet. Olson hopes that the … Continue reading Women’s gymnastics: new leadership and new direction