Greg Makarov

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Do you know who this professional athlete is?

Greg Makarov January 25, 2022

Welcome to the most challenging and intricate game you’ve ever played. This will test your intelligence, wit, and of course, your ability to use Google search. Will you be able to guess this athlete based on our clues?  They are fluent in French, despite hailing from Michigan  They started a clothing line named S  Their favorite song to play during workouts is David Bowie’s “Fame”  They had a cameo in the movie Oceans 8, and Beyonce’s music video for “Sorry”  In their sport, two to four people can play at once  They won their first major trophy at 17 years…

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SFU Hockey continues to win despite time off

Greg Makarov January 25, 2022

It is rare to see a team dominate in their respective league for much of the season. But that’s exactly what SFU is doing in the BC Intercollegiate League (BCIHL). The team has come out flying, securing two more wins…

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Mastering the Basics: the history and roles of equipment in hockey

Greg Makarov January 16, 2022

One might think defensive equipment has existed in hockey since its beginnings, but that would be wrong. The first-ever sticks were made from “a single piece of wood,” while skates were simply shoes with a blade added to the bottom,…

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SFU player squeezed against the boards in front of his own bench by an opponent
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Mastering the Basics: hitting and fighting in hockey

Greg Makarov January 12, 2022

The role of hitting and fighting in sports has been debated for many years, especially in hockey where contact is frequent. Players move at high speeds to hit an opponent off the puck or use their body to gain position.…

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Miracle turnaround for the Vancouver Canucks

Greg Makarov January 11, 2022

After a lackadaisical season riddled with COVID-19, injuries, and underwhelming play, the Canucks needed change. During a busy and aggressive offseason from former general manager Jim Benning, star players Elias Pettersson and Quinn Hughes were re-signed and seven other depth…

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