Archive 1997-2016
The University of Ottawa and Carleton University have successfully revived a Canadian rowing tradition dating back to the Second World War.
This marked the first year the two Ottawa schools went head-to-head for the P.D. Ross trophy.
Carleton came out the winner, finishing the 7.5-km course in 23 minutes and 30 seconds. The University of Ottawa finished just over a minute behind with a time of 24 minutes and 41 seconds.
The big question surrounding the 1998 Ottawa Senators is a crucial one. Just who exactly is going to score the goals?
Two weeks into their seventh NHL season, the Senators have found a way to put the puck in the net — so far. One can’t help but wonder if they’ll be able to keep up the pace after taking a quick glance up and down the roster.
Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday night, as many as 40 kids make their way to the Gale Kerwin Boxing Club, tucked in a basement corner of the Ottawa Boys and Girls Club.
The basement room is an obstacle course of punching bags, speedbags and chairs for the spectators. A mirror lines one wall — just like ballet dancers, boxers need to see their moves to turn them into an art form.
Recruiters say OAC athletes shouldn’t stress about missing a season — but athletes feel they need to go that extra mile to prove themselves. As teachers and athletic directors in the English public schools continue to refrain from any voluntary activity like coaching, athletes are left scrambling to practise and get exposure on their own.