Men’s and Women’s Golf take second at MIAC Championships

Despite strong third-day showings, the men’s and women’s golf teams fell just short of a MIAC championship title over the October 1 weekend, taking the runner-up spots at the Bunker Hills Golf Course in Coon Rapids. After concluding Sunday’s round in fifth place, the Gustavus men shot lights out on Monday, posting a tournament-low score of 290(+2). They finished with a three-day total 901(+37) to … Continue reading Men’s and Women’s Golf take second at MIAC Championships

A Walk Through the Marketplace

The Rotisserie Chicken is not basted, only seasoned with spices Meat of the day is roasted Minnesota products: carved turkey and Golden Plump chicken   Gustie Grill Scrambled eggs are real, cage free eggs Bacon is baked Buns and hoagies are homemade in our Bakery Burgers are 85 percent lean and grilled   Hello Wok Stir fry made with less sauce is available upon request … Continue reading A Walk Through the Marketplace

Steve Wilkinson: Three crowns of brilliance

The sun gently filled the valleys and niches of the bronze figure, illuminating an otherwise modest metallic form with spectacular brilliance. The long angular rays caressed the face of a smiling boy, skillfully configured by an ancient bronze-casting technique. The reflection of the figure sparkled in the eyes of legendary Men’s Tennis Coach Steve Wilkinson as he gazed at the bronze statue. Wilkinson proudly explained … Continue reading Steve Wilkinson: Three crowns of brilliance

Football: Homecoming is here

Gustavus Adolphus College played their first college football game in 1902. The Gustavus football tradition began 109 years ago and today we are one day away from the 2011 Homecoming football game. “Playing with the winged helmet is a privilege,” Senior Captain Elliot Herdina said. The whole team is reticent of the Gustavus tradition, and on this Sesquicentennial Saturday afternoon, Gustavus will be ready to … Continue reading Football: Homecoming is here

Men’s Golf: On-board the MIAC championships

The Men’s Golf Team is off to a very strong start this  season,  finishing in third place in the Augsburg Invitational, the St. John’s Invitational and, most recently, the Macalester Invite. Select members of the team made the trek to Florida for the Gordin Classic, with the others participated in the Macalester invite. The team was tied for seventh place after the first day of … Continue reading Men’s Golf: On-board the MIAC championships

A History of Gustavus Sports: Lund Center

Timeline 1910 A previously placed ban on athletic competition was lifted in June of 1910, but administrative support was still lacking. Students then decided to collect fees and organize their own athletic teams, complete with student coaches and managers. 1920  On March 15, 1920 a meeting was held at Carleton College to vote on the formation of an intercollegiate athletic conference. The colleges included were … Continue reading A History of Gustavus Sports: Lund Center

New Beginning For Tennis and Life Camps

Neal Hagberg, the new director of Tennis and Life Camp, stresses a philosophy for the camp reminiscent of the college’s own mission. The camp works to “encourage a deeper look at one’s sportsmanship and relationships with others, both on and off the court,” according to the mission statement that can be found on the camp’s website. This past summer was the first in which Steve … Continue reading New Beginning For Tennis and Life Camps

St. Peter Food Co-op: Community Tradition

The history of the St. Peter Food Co-op begins with a Gustie. In 1979, John Ramsley teamed up with the All Co-op Assembly of Minnesota and placed an ad in the St. Peter Herald for anyone interested in starting a store. A small group of community members pooled their resources and rented a place on the corner of Front St. and Broadway Avenue. The store … Continue reading St. Peter Food Co-op: Community Tradition

Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Strong at St. Olaf

The Gustavus Men and Women’s Cross Country Teams traveled to Northfield, Minn. last weekend to attend the St. Olaf Invitational. The Women’s team finished fifth of 16 teams, and the Men’s team finished sixth of 14 teams. For the women’s team, Junior Music Major Beth Hauer was the top Gustavus performer, finishing 13th of 325 racers with a time of 23:17. Three other Gusties earned … Continue reading Men’s & Women’s Cross Country Strong at St. Olaf

Fantasy Football

An estimated 27.1 million Americans take part in an exploding fantasy sport culture. Over twenty million Americans are playing fantasy football this season according to the Fantasy Sports Trade Association. While to Vikings fans the season prospects may look dismal, in fantasy football it is only the beginning. Fantasy leagues present fans with a chance to “walk the walk.” As many fans feel they could … Continue reading Fantasy Football