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Sports
Jumping Out the Gym

Julian McKenzie – Updated November 11, 2014 at 12:23am

When Stingers rookie Ken Beaulieu earned a breakaway late in the fourth quarter, it was as if he was given a blank canvas on which to express his art. The newcomer stole the ball from an opposing player and was already off to the races from mid court.
Fringe Arts
Baby Face Killa Enters The Underworld

Julian McKenzie – Published October 27, 2014

“Y’all want to hear some Canadian shit?” yelled DJ Izzo, the opening act for Friday night’s set at Cabaret Underworld. He was met with boos from possibly unpatriotic and restless fans that had waited since as early as 8 p.m. for the American indie rapper Freddie Gibbs.
Bustin’ Open The Piñata

Posted by Julian McKenzie in FringeBlog on October 21, 2014

Months after dropping his critically acclaimed collaboration album, Piñata, rapper Freddie Gibbs will be performing at Cabaret Underworld on Oct. 24, the first stop of his upcoming North American tour.
Sports
To Whom Much Is Given, Much Is Tested

Julian McKenzie – Published October 13, 2014

Concordia Stingers defensive back Michael Asare is usually a man full of energy, looking for any opportunity to pump his team and the crowd whenever he can. This past Saturday, however, he wasn’t, as he brushed off a reporter’s question.
Sports
Pop and Jock Jams

Julian McKenzie – Published September 22, 2014

It’s not everyday that the names of Win and Will Butler from Arcade Fire are said in the same breath as that of NBA champion Brian Scalabrine, but the POP vs. Jock charity basketball game held on Saturday bridged the gap between the two professions.
Opinions
Nah’msayin?

Julian McKenzie – Published September 16, 2014

I got these free tickets to a Talib Kweli show the other day. I usually read ahead and check these concerts out on Facebook so I really know what I’m getting into. But I mean, it’s a Talib Kweli concert—what’s the worst that can happen?
Sports
Gunning For Victory

Julian McKenzie – Published September 8, 2014

First came the Gatorade shower for head coach Mickey Donovan, then the swarm of maroon-and-gold-clad players and coaches giving each other high-fives, chest-bumps and hugs on the sideline.
Special Issue
Get On Up, Get Into It, Get Involved

Julian McKenzie – Published September 2, 2014

Concordia University is not only a place where you can sharpen your mind, but also where you can improve your body and get active. Whether it’s through the gym or an intramural league, Concordia has what you need to get yourself going during the school year. But act quickly, spots for these places are filling up fast!
Sports
Yann’s The Man

Julian McKenzie – Published September 1, 2014

Rugby, through its constant showing of camaraderie, brotherhood and team spirit, has made its case to be the epitome of team sports.
Sports
Stingers Football Preview

Julian McKenzie – Published August 26, 2014

A look-in at what’s to come for the Stingers football team in 2014.
Sports
Stingers Basketball Previews

Julian McKenzie – Published August 26, 2014

A preview of the Stingers men and women’s basketball teams.
Sports
Dodge, Dip, Duck, Dive and Dodge

Julian McKenzie – Published April 1, 2014

If you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball,” a wise man and dodgeball legend—or, more precisely, a character from the film Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story—once said.
Lost in the Deep Web

Posted by Julian McKenzie in FringeBlog on March 30, 2014

Childish Gambino Gets Crowd Going at Metropolis.
Opinions
Nah’msayin?

Julian McKenzie – Published March 25, 2014

The month of March always brings two types of madness to the sports world.
Sports
Back in the Hive

Julian McKenzie – Published March 24, 2014

In 2003, linebacker Mickey Donovan helped lead the Concordia Stingers football team to a 7-1 record and an appearance in the Dunsmore Cup.
Album Review: Piñata

Posted by Julian McKenzie in FringeBlog on March 23, 2014

After teasing the hip-hop world with annual collaborations since 2011, Freddie Gibbs and legendary producer Madlib have finally brought their long-awaited Piñata project to the party.
Sports
Beware of the Buzz

Julian McKenzie – Published March 17, 2014

A swarm of Concordia Stingers is headed to this year’s regional and national Canadian Football League combines—but it’ll be every bee for himself once they arrive.
Sports
Olympic Gold Medallist Alexandre Bilodeau To Study Full-Time at Concordia

Julian McKenzie – Published March 10, 2014

Alexandre Bilodeau was one of many seven-year-olds dreaming of winning an Olympic gold medal…
Sports
Outplayed in the Last Period, Stingers Fall to Bishop’s Gaiters in Provincial Semis

Julian McKenzie – Updated March 4, 2014 at 3:55am

The roller coaster season for the Concordia men’s basketball team finally ended with a thud this past weekend.
Sports
Disastrous Third Period Costs Stingers in Provincial Semifinal Loss to UQAM Citadins

Julian McKenzie – Updated March 4, 2014 at 3:52am

The score sheet showed that the UQAM Citadins defeated Concordia’s women’s basketball team 59-48 in Friday’s provincial semifinal game…