On Feb. 3, the Redbirds hockey team (20–5–2) triumphed over the Carleton Ravens (10–11–5) in a 6-2 victory at McConnell Arena. The arena was filled with excitement as the McGill Fight Band created a lively atmosphere supporting the Redbirds and their firm grasp on first place in the OUA East.[Read More…]
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“We need recognition”: McGill Squash wants varsity status after successful season
On Feb. 12, the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) squash championships took place at Queen’s University, bringing an end to the 2022-23 season. But instead of competing for the men’s and women’s titles in Kingston, the McGill Squash Club was running its weekly Sunday practice here in Montreal. Despite being one[Read More…]
McGill Men’s Soccer draws even with Concordia
The McGill Men’s soccer team (2–1–3) squared off against rival Concordia (2–3–0) at Molson Stadium on Oct. 1. Though the sold-out crowd of nearly 460 fans helped bolster McGill’s strong start, the team could not hold on to their lead as the match progressed, ending the game with a score[Read More…]
McGill Men’s Soccer drops tight affair to Laval
The McGill men’s soccer team (0-1-0) opened their Réseau du sport étudiant du Québec (RSEQ) regular season on home turf Sept. 10 against Laval (1-0-0). Despite the enthusiastic crowd, the Redbirds came up short, losing 2–1. The game began with fast pace and solid movement at the back for the[Read More…]
The looming issue of McGill athletic games attendance
McGill Athletics has seen a decline in attendance in recent decades. Staff Writer Zoe Babad-Palmer explores the reasons behind this.
