Sports | Lifestyle

Women’s rugby is UVic’s next varsity dynasty

If you didn’t know, Vikes Women’s Rugby is currently in beast-mode. Their quick start to the 2024 season is continuing their momentum after last year’s runner-up finish at the national U…

Low and no-cost fitness options to stay active all semester

You can still get your fitness fix with this guide to budget-friendly workouts. We’ve gathered some of the city’s best free and cheap fitness resources to release stress and improve…

Join local disc wizards this semester in ultimate frisbee

Ultimate frisbee might just be UVic’s quirkiest sport. From now until Nov. 19, join teams like the “Disc Wizards,” “Whiskey Discs,” and “Masters of Disc-guise” in a semester of no-experience-required…

This fall, give the Victoria Royals a chance

The WHL hockey team looks toward a vibrant season — and hopefully a larger student audience 

Meet UVic soccer player Matthew Pearse

So, where has this increase in scoring come from? In short, from Matthew Pearse — who, as of September 8, is tied for first in goals and alone in first…

Touchdown Pacific was more of a fumble than a highlight play

Touchdown Pacific was the first professional football game ever held on Vancouver Island, but Victoria wasn't ready for it.

Who is Carissa Norsten?

Third-year UVic student Carissa Norsten, who clinched a silver medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics on July 30, said that her win is proof that Vikes athletes should pursue their…

The 27th annual Dragon Boat Festival had something for everyone

The race began at 8:00 a.m. on the morning of August 10. Thirty-seven teams came from across B.C., and some from California, to compete. The womens and mixed teams raced…

Six electives with no prerequisites you can register for this fall

From Japanese animation to yoga, UVic has a barrier-free class for you  Whether you’re looking for a last-minute class for the fall or you just need one more elective to…