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Vikes break the tape at Canada West championships

Vikes break the tape at Canada West championships

by Eric Kwakernaak | Nov 7, 2024 | News, Sports, Sports | Lifestyle

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...
Fall into action: Seven must-see sporting events in Victoria this month

Fall into action: Seven must-see sporting events in Victoria this month

by Eric Kwakernaak | Oct 10, 2024 | Sports, Sports | Lifestyle

Exciting new faces and familiar stars headline a busy autumn schedule Whether you’re a diehard sports fanatic, or just looking for a way to get some fresh air and escape that one roommate who won’t put their dishes away, these games are sure to quicken your pulse and...
Howie Richardson’s pioneering climbing career was his tether to community

Howie Richardson’s pioneering climbing career was his tether to community

by Eric Kwakernaak | Sep 26, 2024 | Culture, Features, Photo

Now, the thriving Victoria climbing scene offers a similar promise It’s a Thursday evening at CragX climbing gym in Victoria, B.C. Located on one of the busiest streets in the downtown core, the gym’s floor to ceiling windows and colour-marked walls cut a dramatic...
Touchdown Pacific was more of a fumble than a highlight play

Touchdown Pacific was more of a fumble than a highlight play

by Eric Kwakernaak | Sep 12, 2024 | Opinions, Sports, Sports | Lifestyle

Large crowds and understocked concessions spoiled an otherwise exciting event On Saturday, Aug. 31, the last day of summer, Victoria’s Royal Athletic Park became a sea of orange and black, as the BC Lions faced off against the Ottawa RedBlacks for the first...
There’s a new king of the jungle on the Victoria music festival scene

There’s a new king of the jungle on the Victoria music festival scene

by Eric Kwakernaak | Aug 29, 2024 | Culture, Events, Music

Philips Backyard Reverb Weekend delivered uninhibited fun Since its inception in 2013, the Phillips Backyard Festival Series has had its ups and downs. After being cancelled for two consecutive years due to COVID-19 and forced to watch a rival music festival,...
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