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Fake grass, real problems
Artificial turf fields are saving UVic money, but costing the environment When it comes to facilities, the world of professional sports has had to walk a fine line — satisfying the needs of their athletes, the demands of the public, and the pockets of their executives...
Playing against the clock
Varsity sports can’t keep contributing to the climate crisis The sports industry and climate change are inextricably linked. One estimate reports that the 600-billion-dollar global sports industry is responsible for a total of 350 million tons of CO2e (carbon...
Pacific FC’s season ends, last-minute heroics leave hope for the future
Victoria’s soccer club is in a good position following playoff knockout On October 23rd, Victoria’s Pacific FC (PFC) lost to York FC in the first round of the Canadian Premier League playoffs. It was a loss that, while unfortunate, felt less to fans like a blow to the...
Vikes break the tape at Canada West championships
Women’s cross country captures first gold since 2017 It’s been a banner year for the UVic cross country running program — literally. Following first place finishes for both the men’s and women’s teams at Calgary’s Stewart Cup on Oct. 12, Vikes XC felt like this could...Our Digital Print Issue
