The Student Athlete Triad
Growing up, my dad always told me that school, sports, and social were the three pillars of my life outside of home, and this was generally...
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Getting Back on the Hockey Grind
Sometimes we have to do the things that scare us, because it's what we really want to do.
Sailing to the Stars: Queen’s University Student, Olivia Mew, is Determined to Qualify for the 2020 Olympic Games
“Competing in the 2019 Pan American Games was an unreal experience that has been difficult to put into words. As soon as I walked onto my flight leaving for Lima I was overwhelmed with relief. It finally felt like it was really happening - I was going to my first major games. There had been so many bumps along my journey to the Pan Am Games, and many times when I thought this moment would never come. Once I was seated and ready for take off I knew it was real and I couldn't wait to arrive in Lima.”
What Motivates Me to Go to the Gym Now That I Am Not a High School Athlete
Working out and staying in shape in high school was very easy when you were a three season athlete. Engraved into your daily routine was...
Finding Success as a Female Athlete Amidst Bro Culture
I’ve been racing bikes since I was fourteen. I mostly race mountain, but sometimes you can catch me in a road race. I’ve always been faced...
Claire Russell: Bryant Student, Division I Swimmer & Journalism Intern
Her Campus Bryant's very own Claire interned with the most trusted source for aquatic news. Learn about her journalism experience here!
Fireworks over Females: Collegiate Women Athletes Still Fighting for Equal Treatment
A women's field hockey game at Kent State was canceled for football pregame fireworks. Kent State officials sparked a social media uproar,...
Life of a College Athlete: How to Take Care of Injuries
Hello everyone! Welcome back to another fun, rigorous and interesting year of school. I’ve written about a lot of things on my blog, but I...
Yes, I’m a little crazy… I’m an Ironman
At the beginning of my first year of university, I had a totally different concept of “fun” than many of my peers. That October, at the age...
A Day in the Life of a Sled Hockey Family
Five hockey sticks are battling for the puck at once. Although the fan section is small, their screams can be heard throughout every angle...
Why It's Heartbreaking Saying Goodbye to Your Favorite Sport
A pain that all athletes must face, but a pain that no one can prepare you for.
Thirty Minutes a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
Exercise, to some capacity, has always been a part of my life in one way or another. When I was younger, I participated in swim team,...
Being Strong in a Skinny World
Even though society seems to understand body types a bit better now, we still face a lack of representation in the media; Barbara Palvin is considered Victoria’s Secret’s first plus-size model at 5’8 and 120 pounds, Danielle Brooks called out the fashion industry for lacking representation for actual plus-size women and thinness is still desired as the current beauty trend in many parts of the world.
Formal Farewell to Swimming
My Formal Farwell to Swimming I’ve officially been out of the water for a year and I can honestly say it was very difficult uprooting the...
Open Letter to an Ex-Athelete: How Injuries Force You to Move On
My childhood love was dance. From the time I could walk, I was doing pirouettes, cartwheels and constantly putting on dance shows with my...
Who Will You Be?
Like most collegiate athletes, I have been playing my sport for the majority of my life. I started softball when I was four and never...
A Sport All About The “Look” : My Experience with Figure Skating By Émilie Tittel
Figure skating is probably my favourite sport. I participated in many sports growing, but figure skating was the one I’ve stuck with for...
What It’s Really like to Be Recruited for an Elite College's Sports Team
With the recent college admissions scandal and the Class of 2023 receiving their acceptances just yesterday, here's what we have to say about (reall) recruited student athletes.
All You Need to Know About March Madness
We are now two weeks into March which can only mean one thing: March Madness has officially begun. If you are not really into sports, and wondering what this is all about and why is it all over the news, you have come to the right place.
Nike Released a Video About Women & It Is So Well Done
A few weeks ago, Nike released a video campaign supporting female athletes called, “Dream Crazier.”
