Athletics

Athletics

Scott Ramsay, with arms folded standing in front of windows
This former professional athlete has faced a battle with post-concussion syndrome.
Several women soccer players chasing ball on field
Injuries shed light on gender disparities in sport and the need for immediate action.
Old yellow UBC t-shirt displayed on mannequin
The return window for the item had been “ever-so-slightly exceeded.”
Bianca Andreescu speaks at a media conference beside the Lou Marsh Trophy
Growing public concern about racism in Marsh’s writing has made a name-change timely.
Photo of UBC rugby athlete Rori Wood.
New UBC research could make concussion diagnosis, treatment, and prevention more effective.
Architectural rendering of the exterior of the Recreation Centre North building
The facility will feature three gyms, an indoor track, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Legs of hockey players and referee on ice as puck drops
Cultural and systemic factors affect professional men’s ice-hockey players seeking help.
Several people cycling down street beside bus
Cycling could offer public officials a way to address convergent crises.
Golfer hitting ball on golf course at competition
In sportwashing, sports are used to distract from social or environmental problems.
Close-up shot of a UBC hockey player wearing the high-tech mouthguard showing UBC Thunderbirds logo

A UBC concussion study could pave the way for safer hockey.