Author: John Loeppky
URSU election process
“Right, so you've submitted your nomination materials, included a 250-word bio that your student newspaper can quote liberally, and a photo, but ...University of Alberta’s student newspaper shifts to web-focused model
“From a student perspective, we want to be training people and giving them the skills that they would need if they want ...Men’s basketball team on the verge of playoff qualification
“… the Cougs will be looking to punch their ticket to the post season for the first time in five seasons.” – ...Send all-star games to hell
"All-Star games, of all shapes, sizes, and complexions are, without exception, huge wastes of time." - John LoeppkyCougars goaltender breaks schools record
"The season's not over yet and we haven't won anything yet." - Toni RossSports is a saving grace
”These versions of escape… are performed for many of the same reasons that readers pick up a good piece of fiction.” – ...Where sports and arts play nice
“So, next time you wear that well-worn jersey out to a game, or pay five bucks for a program, or marvel over ...Regina Rams coach Mike Gibson resigns
:”In a recent press release announcing Gibson’s resignation, a number of people involved with the Rams, including acting director of athletics Curtis ...The best is yet to come
"These storylines are phrased as questions because university students just love questions. Also, good things come in threes." -- John LoeppkyWhy don’t bad coaches get fired?
"...where there is no pressure to succeed, no imminent threat, there is also no push to fire those who are underperforming, be ...