Sports
Football, Family and Faith; The Pillars of Kolade Amusan Success
Kolade Amusan leans forward, a thoughtful expression on his face as he unravels the threads of his football journey – shaped by family, fortified by faith, and fuelled by an unyielding desire to succeed. Amusan was eager to share his story. As we revisited each chapter of his journey, it was clear these moments transported him back to pivotal stops where he had to fight, compete, persevere, and reaffirm his belief in the path he had chosen. “Why football?” I asked. Amusan tilted his head back, his gaze momentarily fixed on the ceiling as he searched for the right words.
Beyond the Court: How the Centre for Human Performance Enhances Lancer Athletes with Innovative Technology
By: Agatha Godlewski The Centre for Human Performance and Health (CHPH) has brought a data-driven approach to the varsity programs, creating better performance and outcomes. Technology has transformed athlete training with an enhanced focus on performance, injury prevention and holistic care. Graduate students who work with the CHPH to aid Lancer athletes also receive valuable hands-on learning. Jordyn Brearley, a member of the women’s volleyball team, says the CHPH’s involvement is all about enriched support. “[The CHPH] makes us feel like we’re a lot more involved in the school and that our goals are attainable. It’s not just our team
Supporting the Lancers the ‘Wright’ way
By: Trevor Dinham The heart of a Lancer athlete lies beneath the shield on their chest, while the soul of Lancer programs is found in the stands, watching proudly. I visited William (Bill) and Jean Wright at their home in a charming Windsor suburb, just a ten-minute drive from the University campus. The mature neighborhood is full of large trees that throw shade during hot summers and put you to work raking in the fall. This is where they raised their three daughters, twins Lindsay and Jacqueline, and youngest Kelly. An active couple, they are always attending events throughout the
Winning On and Off the Field: Lancers Honor 182 Academic All-Canadians
By: Agatha Godlewski Lancer athletes celebrated a different kind of win: academic achievement. It’s second most Academic All-Canadians in Lancer history, and they were feted at breakfast on November 24. The Academic All-Canadian designation, bestowed on 182 Lancer student-athletes last month, is awarded by U Sports for those who maintain a minimum grade average of 80 percent while competing in varsity sports. This year’s recipients came from a variety of athletic programs, including basketball, soccer, track and field and cross country, football, golf, baseball, softball, curling, and hockey. For these student-athletes, being recognized as an Academic All-Canadian is an official
Moving Lancers Hockey Closer to Campus is a Win for All
By: Sam Moors Photo Credit: @windsorwhky Windsor – Imagine walking from class to your university’s hockey rink, where the energy of the game is just a few steps away. For students, athletes, and fans alike, a hockey arena situated near campus isn’t just a convenience—it’s a game-changer. The University of Windsor Lancers Men and Women’s hockey teams make their home the Capri Pizzeria Recreation Complex, a City of Windsor-owned facility located more than 5 kilometres south of campus. Moving home ice closer to campus is a conversation that has been danced around and needs to be taken seriously.
Through the Goalposts: Simon Grande’s Journey, a Typical Tale of an Athletes Challenges, Sacrifices, and Perserverance
By: Agatha Godlewski Behind every athlete's glory lies a journey often untold—one of sacrifice, relentless setbacks, and resilience. For Grande, the journey is not just about victory; it's about surviving the struggle. Grande enters the room with a practiced ease that masks his discomfort. His steps are steady, his posture confident, but the telltale signs of strain peek through— hoarse voice, frequent sniffling, and a deep cough interrupting him every few minutes. He clutches a large Tim Hortons iced coffee, his lifeline on this particular day. The walls of the yellow, grungy room do little to brighten the atmosphere, but
The Lancers Lounge: Episode 3 – Mariah Chandler
By: Julia Dostaler and Samuel Olu-Obadina Julia Dostaler and Samuel Olu-Obadina have a great conversation with Mariah Chandler, the current Lancers Women's Basketball Assistant Coach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbqewOLn5B4&t=1s
Lancers Shine at U Sports: Bronze for One, Strong Runs for All
By: Teri Reid A bronze medal and two stellar performances made the U Sports cross country championships a season finale to remember for the University of Windsor Lancers. The team was represented by Madelyn Eybergen, Luke Mawhinney, and Jacob Fitzpatrick at the event in Kelowna, BC, on November 9. Lancer Madelyn Eybergen placed third, claiming the bronze medal after a phenomenal season. She is the first Lancer to finish on the U Sports podium since Stephanie Smith, who also finished with bronze in 2015. Eybergen began training as a distance runner just last year, previously a high jumper, making this
Seven All-Stars, One Program: Lancers Build for the Future
By: Teri Reid The University of Windsor Lancers football program had seven players named to the conference all-star team. The last time that happened was the mid-1970s – when a different Trudeau sat in the prime minister’s chair in Ottawa and discotheques were the rage for young people. First team all-stars: Kolade Amusan, Istvan Assibo-Dadzie, and Robert Springer. Second team all-stars: Devin Veresuk, Matteo Trifon, Melyk George, and Owen Mueller. All-rookie team: Marco Piccioni. After a promising season cut short with an early playoff loss, having seven all-stars serves as a reminder that the football team is trending in a
Find Your Role: Greg Surmacz’s Journey Beyond the St. Denis Centre
Greg Surmacz coaching during a game against McMaster Marauders. Alex Binaei (@alexbinaei) By: Ethan Lutz Some decisions you wrestle with. Some are made easily – the right thing to do. For Greg Surmacz, leaving his professional basketball career behind in Europe to be closer family members in failing health was no choice at all. It was automatic. Here’s his tale. The Journey Begins Surmacz’s story starts far from the courts at the University of Windsor or the professional arenas in Europe. It begins in Poland, where his parents, yearning for freedom from the confines of communism, made the