Editorial
Unpacking the mysterious closure of the SFU Climbing Wall
January 31, 2024Located inside the Lorne Davies Complex (LDC) Central Gym, the SFU Climbing Wall has been closed since mid-December, and no one seems to know the reason why. Chloe Hill, an ex-employee of the climbing wall, reached out to The Peak prior to January 11 when SFU Recreation announced the wall’s closure, citing the ongoing LDC renewal project as the reason. Work on this project began in March 2023, and is mainly focused on the East Gym, pool, and changerooms throughout the facility. There are also seismic, mechanical, and plumbing upgrades for the original 1960s-era structure, which includes both the East…
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All the hype about bungee fitness
January 8, 2024Bungee fitness is the latest fitness trend among fitness classes and social media users alike, and it’s sure to take your workout to the next level. Bungee fitness, for the most part, is exactly what it sounds like: taking the…
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Q&A with SFU soccer and volleyball teams
November 7, 2023Editor’s Note: Some responses have been edited for clarity. The Peak asked members of SFU’s women’s volleyball team and men’s soccer team to share their thoughts on the highs and lows of games, and how their outcomes impact both individual…
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Low maintenance fitness and nutrition tips for a balanced lifestyle
September 28, 2023As a health-conscious individual, I’ve always been passionate about fitness and nutrition. Being a full-time university student with a busy schedule, I know first-hand the challenges of setting aside time to make homemade meals that are nutritious, while staying within…
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SFU alum joins the Calgary Stampeders
March 31, 2023Former SFU quarterback J.R. Davies is set to embark on his first season as the running backs coach for the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). A running back is an offensive player that rushes the ball up…
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The rivalries of SFU men’s basketball team
March 6, 2023Everyone loves a rivalry. Rivalries, between teams or players, are a big part of what makes sports so thrilling. No matter what level of competition you’re at, a high-stakes match against an age-old foe will always get your heart pumping.…
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The history of the Coloured Hockey League
March 3, 2023There’s hardly a Canadian who hasn’t heard of the National Hockey League (NHL) at least once in their life. Hockey, the official winter sport of Canada, has been popular across the country since its inception in the late 1800’s. As…
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Toxic hockey culture starts young
March 3, 2023In the last few years, it’s become progressively harder to call myself a hockey fan. My love for the game hasn’t faltered. If anything, it’s becoming a more significant part of my life. Checking statistics of National Hockey League (NHL)…
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SFU women’s basketball star Emma Kramer named chair of NCAA Division II SAAC
March 2, 2023SFU women’s basketball standout Emma Kramer was named chair of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) in early January. The honour is just another accomplishment for the senior guard, who takes on the role…
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The second class treatment of first class athletes
March 2, 2023In March 2019, members of the US women’s national soccer team filed a gender discrimination lawsuit against their umbrella organization, US Soccer. The lawsuit speaks to the systemic underpaying of US women soccer players in comparison to the US men’s…
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