Athletics

South Asian woman hockey player raises hockey stick on ice
PWHL Vancouver selected Chanreet Bassi (BA’25) in the franchise’s first-ever draft.
Aerial view of Rec North
A new recreation centre at UBC Vancouver triples indoor fitness and recreation space.
Men doing stretches lying on floor of a changeroom
Obesity disproportionately impacts men’s health, yet few men take preventive action.
Two hockey players compete on the ice
There’s more at stake than simply keeping the fans happy.
Two hockey players stand side by side in ice rink
These experiences are ones that most hockey fans can only dream of.
Four women athletes stand on field with their Olympic medals
It’s been a record-setting year for the Thunderbirds and Heat — and it’s not over yet.
Mountain biker riding bike on rocky path overlooking mountains
An alarming number of people suffer spinal cord injuries while mountain biking.
Athletic team cheering and holding Canadian flag in a gym
Jenn Oakes is first UBC Okanagan Heat alum to win an Olympic or Paralympic medal.
Rob Shaw playing tennis on a clay court
The presence of media makes a difference for Paralympians. Two UBC experts explain why.
The Canadian women's rowing eight team pose on a dock while kissing their silver medals
“Canada, remember these faces, because they are heroes.”