In 1991, a large percentage of the Gustavus student body was in diapers and, for some of the first-years, not even born. From family, friends and the greater Minnesota sporting fan base, I have learned that Oct. 26, 1991 was a “I remember where I was when Puckett hit the walk-off in game six” moment. Many people don’t even remember there was a game afterwards … Continue reading Cardinal comeback at World Series was once in a lifetime
The Men’s soccer team faced a difficult test last Saturday when they hosted Augsburg in what proved to be a tense physical matchup between the conference rivals. The game appeared to be headed for overtime after Augsburg tied the match up at one apiece with just minutes remaining, but Junior Midfielder Gabe Steinborn netted his third and biggest goal of the year with just 42 … Continue reading Men’s Soccer: last minute heroics beat Augsburg
The 2011 National Basketball Association lockout brings forth the nasty side of sports business. The first two weeks of the NBA season have been cancelled and this lockout appears to be coming nowhere near resolution as the NBPA (National Basketball Players Association) and the NBA are admittedly miles apart in their negotiations. Essentially the players of the NBA and the owners of NBA teams ordered … Continue reading NBA lock out. Money Talks
Lund Center plays host to more resources for getting in shape and staying active than many students know. Among these are the offerings of exercise classes. Classes are taught by students for students in a variety of exercise areas and are free to attend. Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science Stephanie Otto, who coordinates the classes, said that they offer a variety of classes … Continue reading Taught by students for the students
Health fitness is one of several health-related majors offered at Gustavus. It combines classroom training with hands-on research and practice outside of the classroom. Department Chair and Associate Professor of Health and Exercise Science Bruce VanDuser feels that this research base is essential to the type of learning his students do. “Everything we teach is based on research,” VanDuser said. “This allows them to have … Continue reading For the health of it
If you, be you queer or ally, have been paying attention to ESPN over the last few months, you probably couldn’t tell whether or not American sports are making any progress in terms of respect and tolerance towards the queer community. Divergent events make headlines all the time, and between the New York Rangers’ Sean Avery supporting New Yorkers for Marriage Equality, and Kobe Bryant … Continue reading All alone, playing for the ‘other team’
Behind its shiny and welcoming façade, the Market Place can be a daunting frontier, shrouded in mystery and difficult to navigate. Anyone who has ever attempted to grab a quick lunch at 12:30 p.m. on a weekday can attest to the overwhelming anxiety produced by mobs of caffeine-fueled co-eds, accelerated by the haze of the panini grill. In this environment, making healthy and informed decisions … Continue reading Meet your nutritionist, George Elliott
Yes, the Lynx are the best team in the WNBA. A year after going 13-21 and receiving the first overall pick in the 2011 WNBA draft they are champions. Since 1999 when the Minnesota Lynx entered the WNBA as an expansion franchise they have epitomized Minnesota sports. The Lynx were losers. 2011 has seen the Twins lose 99 games, witnessed the Timberwolves lose 65 of … Continue reading The Minnesota Lynx Bring Minnesota its first professional championship since 1991
The Gustavus Men’s Tennis team was unstoppable last weekend, capturing both singles and doubles titles while hosting the USTA/ITA Midwest Regional. Junior Amrik Donkena won both the singles draw and also took the doubles crown with partner Mya Smith-Dennis. In the single’s finals, Donkena took the first set 7-5 against his opponent Fabricio Moncada of Saint John’s, but lost the second set 6-3. “Amrik had … Continue reading Men’s and Women’s Tennis Impress at ITA’s
Cloaked in black and gold and stalking the Gustavus campus are a unique group of wild beings, swarming on game days and smearing their faces with paint like indigenous warriors. They are generally not warriors of the gridiron or the soccer pitch and are not required to boast rippling muscles and unfathomable athletic ability. Unique to this breed is the characteristic of an unmatched passion … Continue reading GAC Attack
