Guelph hosts first-ever national men’s rugby tournament in Canada The Men’s Rugby University Championships was held this past weekend in classic Canadian Rugby style: it was cold, windy, and the snow fell in a blinding flurry. All of this was the backdrop for elite-level rugby. The tournament was hosted by […]
Sports & Health
The Ontarion’s sports and health articles cover sporting events and health issues relevant to the University of Guelph campus community.
Team Ontario gears up for 2018 Special Olympics Canada National Games
Over 350 Ontario athletes will travel east for the competition In an effort to improve the sedentary lifestyle of people with intellectual disabilities, the Special Olympics were founded in 1968. Fifty years later, over 900 athletes will compete in the 2018 Special Olympics Canada National Games this summer. The Games are […]
Martial artist Nathan Skoufis sets sights on Black Belt Hall of Fame
U of G student prepares to unify multiple league titles Nathan Skoufis, 22, is an active competitor in the martial arts world, holding a fifth-degree black belt in karate; he is also the head instructor at Guelph Family Martial Arts. He has won world championships in several leagues including: the […]
The risks of going sockless for fashion
Stinky feet are never in style Summer is over and it is now officially sock season; however, if you enjoyed going sockless in the summer or choose to go sockless at the gym, then you could still be at an increased risk for more than just smelly feet. The College of […]
Cam’s Kids offers support for those with anxiety
Founded in memory of the late Cam Hicks Last year the University of Guelph tragically lost four students due to mental health issues. The event received national media attention and the University was scrutinized for the resources available for students. Now in their second year in Guelph, Cam’s Kids — […]
Gryphon Scoreboard
MEN’S BASKETBALL (Home Opener) Gryphons 87, Lions 72 Gryphons fifth-year guard, Drew Walford, led all scorers with 22 points and helped on both ends of the floor. WOMEN’S BASKETBALL (Home Opener) Gryphons 73, Lions 54 Fourth-year guard, Megan Brenkel, led all scorers with 22 points. CROSS COUNTRY (National Championships) Gryphons […]
Are you getting a flu shot this year?
One side of the flu shot debate Flu season is approaching and with it comes the year’s old argument: to flu shot or not to flu shot. There are many misconceptions and myths about the flu shot. The Ontarion compiled a list of facts and myths to help inform you […]
Guelph welcomes Canadian Elite Basketball League
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#Gryphs4Gryphs fundraiser raises awareness about mental health
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Marc Stevens scores hat-trick & Gryphons Scoreboard
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