Sports & Health

The Ontarion’s sports and health articles cover sporting events and health issues relevant to the University of Guelph campus community.

Sports & Health

Guelph’s Cardiovascular Research Centre studies the heart inside and out

The Centre for Cardiovascular Investigations (CCVI) has been launched at the University of Guelph. A collaboration between the laboratories in the Ontario Veterinary College, College of Biological Sciences, and Human Health & Nutritional Sciences, it aims to both investigate cardiovascular disease and train new scientists in the field. Having received […]

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Pre-performance routines

The effects of pre-performance routines (PPRs) have been studied quite extensively, and the results are pretty convincing. Studies on both golf-putting and basketball free-throws have shown that elite performers take a consistently longer time period in their pre-shot routines. Likewise, a qualitative study of U.S. wrestling medal winners in the […]

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Guelph Terry Fox Run: 35 Years Strong

The sun was out and shining brilliantly on Sunday, Sept. 20 as runners, students and families alike came out in support of the 35th annual Terry Fox Run. 420 runners tied up their laces alongside some four-legged furry friends and participated in the 10-km run, raising over $53,000. The event […]

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Gryphons go 2-1 in home opener weekend

Saturday was an encouraging start to the season for Coach Michelle Turley and the Guelph Gryphons field hockey team. In their home opener, the girls played a phenomenal game, crushing the McGill Marlets 10-0. The game started off in McGill’s possession, but the Gryphons quickly took control as the forwards […]

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NHL and Adidas sign 7-year deal

The National Hockey League (NHL) announced on Sept. 15 that the popular sportswear company Adidas will become the official outfitter for all major hockey teams in the league. The two companies have decided on an exclusive seven-year deal, starting with the 2017-2018 season. While there are two seasons left in […]

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Gryphons Football 2015 preview

For Head Coach Stu Lang and the Gryphons football team, nothing short of a Yates Cup will satisfy. After three consecutive 7-1 seasons, no losses on the new turf at Alumni Stadium, and two appearances in the Yates Cup, the Gryphons have established a culture of excellence after years of […]

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Maple Leafs playing the long game

The Toronto Maple Leafs are planning to shake things up in the 2015-16 season, and season ticket holders were told by club president Brendan Shanahan, “Do not be embarrassed to be Leaf fans. Be proud and hold your head high.” This inspiring statement kicked off the second annual Leafs Nation […]