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The NFL has never drafted a player straight from UBC. Giovanni Manu and Theo Benedet could change that

As the 2024 NFL Draft draws nearer, the dream of playing professional football becomes more of a reality for teammates Theo Benedet and Giovanni Manu.

Annaliese Gumboc Sports April 25

Shai Gropper is speeding into the world of downhill skateboarding

Since 2020, Gropper has improved meteorically, achieving a self-professed top speed of 100 km/hr. Last year, she finished third in Canada for women’s downhill racing, qualifying them for Team Canada.

Jessica Yeung, Isa S. You and Lauren Kasowski Sports April 25

5-on-5: The Ubyssey's year-end Thunderbird performance year

For our final print issue of the 2023/24 academic year, we asked five Ubyssey sports writers the most important questions about the Thunderbirds' year.

Ubyssey Sports Staff Sports April 22

NAIA bans Trans women in sport, no response from UBC

On April 8, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced that effective August 1, 2024, female transgender athletes will not be allowed to compete in female competitions.

Lauren Kasowski Sports April 12

Thunderbirds obscure Beacons in four-game sweep

Baseball fans at Tourmaline Stadium experienced déjà vu this weekend, as the UBC men’s baseball team swept Bushnell University Beacons in a four game series.

Morris Hayes Sports April 10

Fareed Shittu was late to the game, but he isn't leaving basketball anytime soon

If you met Fareed Shittu, a forward for the UBC men’s basketball team, at the beginning of grade 10, you may be surprised to meet a serious soccer player.

Zoe Wagner Sports April 4

NAIA qualifications and Olympic hopes at UBC Open track meet

The meet, held at the Rasphal Dillon Oval, was the first of the season for the Thunderbirds and showed promise for the rest of the year.

Anabella McElroy Sports March 26

'Birds go global: The lack of professional athletic opportunities in North America

In many sports, the opportunities to play professionally only exist overseas. The Ubyssey spoke to three former UBC athletes to shed light on why they’re pushed internationally and how that process works.

Fiona Etheridge Sports March 22

For the Queer hockey community, it's more than just rainbow tape

The NHL’s choices echo the most toxic parts of the sport's culture, amplifying the voices that constantly say hockey is not for everyone.

Delaney Agodon Sports March 22

WHL scholarship sets players up for ‘success in life, not just hockey’

While reaching the world’s top league is a dream for many players, the odds are slim, which leaves most looking for an alternative path. One of Canada’s premier major junior ice hockey leagues is looking to prepare its players for futures beyond the rink.

Olivia DeFehr Sports March 22

Sports

The NFL has never drafted a player straight from UBC. Giovanni Manu and Theo Benedet could change that

Shai Gropper is speeding into the world of downhill skateboarding

5-on-5: The Ubyssey's year-end Thunderbird performance year

NAIA bans Trans women in sport, no response from UBC

Thunderbirds obscure Beacons in four-game sweep

Fareed Shittu was late to the game, but he isn't leaving basketball anytime soon

NAIA qualifications and Olympic hopes at UBC Open track meet

'Birds go global: The lack of professional athletic opportunities in North America

For the Queer hockey community, it's more than just rainbow tape

WHL scholarship sets players up for ‘success in life, not just hockey’

Playing for the other team

Boy's club

Her Fitness is breaking down gym barriers

Spontaneous play: Pickup sport culture at UBC

Mental pain behind gains: Gymtimidation is real

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