Cascades and Spartans collide under the big top
This past Saturday, the AESC held one of the most anticipated basketball matches of the Canada West season: both the men and women of UFV took on their cross-town rivals, the Spartans of Trinity Western University (TWU)
Huge dreams and small crowds: Building a tradition at the AESC
When I talked to UFV Athletics marketing director David Kent last June when the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre (AESC) doubleheader was announced, the one question I couldn’t bring myself to ask was this: How do you expect the Cascades, who pull 300 spectators on a good night at the Envision Athletic Centre, to fill a 7000 seat arena? Why are you doing this? Who is paying for this? And will there be mini-donuts at the concession?
Young blood on the court
Aside from the officiating fireworks, Saturday’s game featured some fine moments from one of the Cascades’ rising stars: Jordan Blackman. Recruited from Yale Secondary in Abbotsford, Blackman is in his first year with UFV, and his considerable talent is translating into some big minutes and bigger plays.
UFV women defeat Lethbridge Pronghorns; men fall in emotionally-charged madhouse
Last Saturday night, the UFV Cascades were back in Canada West Basketball action. After both the women and the men defeated the University of Calgary on Friday night, it was time to face another strong Albertan team, the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns.
The secretive Sasq’ets: the other walking carpet
This week The Cascade got its first ever interview with the elusive Sasq’ets, famous for his enigmatic silence during public appearances.
UFV basketball teams cool down the Okanagan Heat
The UFV Cascades basketball teams were in Canada West action once again this past weekend, as both the men and the women battled the UBC-Okanagan Heat.
Soccer 2011: looking for answers
Looking back, it’s been a rough year for UFV soccer. After two months and 14 games apiece, the men’s and women’s teams ended the 2011 with a combined four wins. The numbers beg for some explanation, and Head Coaches Alan Errington (Men) and Rob Giesbrecht (Women) each have their own answers.
UFV basketball teams triumphant over Winnipeg’s Wesmen
This past Saturday evening, both the men’s and women’s basketball teams battled the University of Winnipeg Wesmen in early Canada West season action.
Women rally after slow start, improve to 7-1
The women’s volleyball team lost their second and third sets of the season, but not their fourth in their first of two meetings with their toughest opponent so far this season, the VIU Mariners.
Men lose pair of weekend matches to VIU
It was a story of too late in Friday’s near-win and too little in Saturday’s loss against the visiting VIU Mariners for the men’s volleyball team.
Cascades claim second in Honda Way tournament
The Cascades men’s basketball team extended their perfect record (against Canadian opponents) last weekend while hosting the first annual Honda Way Tournament in the Envision Athletic Centre.
Men’s volleyball team splits weekend series against reigning national champions
This past weekend, the UFV men’s volleyball team continued their early-season play with a pair of games against the defending national champion CBC Bearcats.
Women’s volleyball team defeats CBC Bearcats, starts season 4-0
The UFV women’s volleyball team needed only an hour to defeat Columbia Bible College in three straight sets.
Rainy day blues for Cascades soccer
Chris Cornell may have sung it, but the Cascades were living it last Saturday as the women’s soccer team missed a win for the sixth straight game. More accurately, they missed a win by three agonizing minutes in what was one of the darkest (and wettest) stretches of play this season.
Men’s Soccer: Cascades lose to Thunderbirds after a strong first half
The UFV Cascades Men’s soccer team faced a tough University of British Columbia Thunderbirds team, holding a 1-0 lead up to half time, but eventually losing their focus and falling behind 3-1.
Men’s Basketball: Cascades take 94-76 victory over UNBC
This past Saturday night, the UFV men’s basketball team hosted the UNBC Timberwolves. Although this is the pre-season, coach Craddock is satisfied with the way the team is looking.
Men’s Soccer: Cascades and Vikes battle in scoreless draw
On a calm and cloudy Saturday, the UFV Cascades Men’s Soccer team faced the University of Victoria Vikes. Despite the intensity of the match, both teams failed to put a ball in the back of the net and the game ended in a scoreless draw.
Nickelchok resigns amid athletics funding crunch
UFV athletics director Rick Nickelchok has stepped down after four years behind the helm according to an email release issued by the University last Monday. The announcement comes after calls for a funding overhaul by men’s volleyball coach Greg Russell.
Cascades take on…Cascades?
The UFV basketball and volleyball teams spent last Saturday competing against one of the toughest opponents they’ll face all year: themselves. Well, not quite, but it was close to the truth as the Cascades took on their predecessors during the annual alumni games.
Men’s Volleyball Preview
Last year, despite the team’s 5-9 losing record, the scrappy line-up was able to secure the sixth and final berth in the BCCAA playoff tournament in Kelowna, handing the powerhouse UBC Okanagan Heat with their only loss of the season along the way. The Cascade spoke with head coach Greg Russell about his hopes for the upcoming season.
The Adventures of Sean & Paul: Cheerleader Tryouts
Over the course of this semester, we’re going to show you exactly what happens when a couple average blokes attempt things that should probably be left to professionals, while also shedding light on some UFV programs that are often overlooked. We’re Sean and Paul, and, as you can see to the left, we’re two of the least flexible men on campus.
Cheerleading Team Preview
The UFV Cheer Team is all set to start the new season under the leadership of head coach Brooke Ostendorf. This year they hope to continue performing at the Envision Athletics Centre during varsity games, as well as beginning to attend national competitions. The Cascade spoke with head coach Brooke Ostendorf about the coming year.
Rowing Preview
The rowing team is coming off an impressive 2010-2011 season, in which the women’s team placed third at the Western Canada Championships and tenth at the Nationals. The Cascade talks with Liz Chisholm, who is beginning her tenth season as head coach.
Women’s Basketball Preview
The Cascade speaks with Head Coach Al Tuchscherer about the upcoming season.
