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Vikes basketball transitions into 2026 keen to win 

“I think a big key for us this year is inside-out movement,” said women’s center Abigail Becker. “We have great shooters, but also a lot of size inside. If we…

Vikes women’s rugby team finishes season winning gold and silver

The team attributes their success to the connection and trust they've fostered both on and off the field.

Vikes swimmers report ‘fractured’ training after Commonwealth Pool closure extended

The fractured training has “completely removed the team dynamic from being on the varsity team, which is the best part of being on a varsity team.” 

Vikes track and cross country season off to a promising start

Star players include Madelyn Eybergen and Jaxon Kuchar. Their hope is to rank at the top.

Vikes women’s basketball seek U Sports tournament berth

“Our goal is to finish as one of the top two teams in the B.C. division,” said Pankratz. Doing so would allow the Vikes the opportunity to host a quarterfinal…

UVic athletes stoked to return to play following Canada West announcement

Regional schedules await approval from university, province Canada West has announced their plans for the 2021-22 season. After a year without competition, Canada West plans for most sports to be…

Fall cancellations of U Sports and Canada West leaves Vikes athletes in limbo

Ordinarily, the start of each school year not only brings the excitement of new classes, but also the beginning of a fresh season of competition for student athletes. Whether it…

Vikes field hockey star makes international debut

Anna Mollenhauer, a second-year women’s field hockey defender, had an exceptional season with the Vikes and simultaneously launched her career with the Canadian senior national team. She claimed the Canada…

Vikes summit the Cascades, progress to playoff quarter-finals

Men’s team knocked out in Saskatchewan It was lucky number 13 for the Vikes women’s basketball team, who saw their win streak continue into the postseason with a 91–62 win…