Elias Grigoriadis

Don’t @ Me: We Get It, You’re Straight

Saying “No Homo” or Any Variation Sounds Insecure and Reinforces Heteronormative Principles

Elias Grigoriadis — Published January 13, 2020 | Comments

When men talk up their friends’ looks in an open and loving way, similar to how women do, it is seen as distasteful. That only reinforces the idea that men have to internalize everything and view everyone—even friends—with a hostile eye.
The Best Memes of the Decade

Memes Are Love, Memes Are Life

Elias Grigoriadis — Published December 9, 2019 | Comments

End of decade lists are cool. But this one right here is… josh voice the cooliest 😊
Men’s Rugby Head Coach Craig Beemer Steps Down

After Three Straight RSEQ Titles and a 27-Game Winning Streak, the Stingers Are Looking for a New Bench Boss

Elias Grigoriadis — Published December 9, 2019 | Comments

Concordia Stingers men’s rugby head coach Craig Beemer has stepped down from his position as of this morning, according to a tweet posted today. The team is now actively searching for a replacement.
Shut Up and Dribble: This Is Only the Beginning

Hockey Culture’s Day of Reckoning Is Here, but Its Toxic Aspect Won’t Go Quietly Into the Night

Elias Grigoriadis — Published December 8, 2019 | Comments

Don Cherry was just the start. Hockey’s boys’ club ideology has been prevalent since the first puck drop and is still so ingrained in every aspect of the sport that changing it won’t be an overnight task.
Danny Brown Kicks in the Door of Corona Theatre on Last Stop of Tour

Weekend at Danny’s

Elias Grigoriadis — Published November 21, 2019 | Comments

If it wasn’t for his instantly recognizable smile, you wouldn’t have noticed Danny Brown’s entrance onto the Corona Theatre stage Tuesday night.
Men’s Soccer National Championships: “Bleus” Monday

UQTR Patriotes Stun Defending National Champs UdeM Carabins to Win U Sports Title

Elias Grigoriadis — Published November 11, 2019 | Comments

The all-RSEQ matchup made for a tantalizing final to the U Sports Men’s Soccer Championship and it did not disappoint, becoming an instant classic.
Stingers Football Well Represented at RSEQ Awards

Adam Vance Picks Up MVP, Jeremy Murphy Takes Home Rookie of the Year

Elias Grigoriadis — Published November 8, 2019 | Comments

After career years, quarterback Adam Vance and wide receiver Jeremy Murphy brought home RSEQ awards at Friday’s ceremony
Breaking Barriers: Hockey in First Nations Communities

For First Nations Hockey Players, Getting to the Next Level Means Leaving Home

Elias Grigoriadis — Published November 5, 2019 | Comments

Canada has produced some of hockey’s greatest ever players and continues to send hundreds to the top leagues in the world. But what happens when communities don’t have the resources to develop their players?
Don’t @ Me: You’re Not Sapiosexual, You’re Just Pretentious

Intelligence is Subjective and Not a Sexual Orientation

Elias Grigoriadis — Published November 5, 2019 | Comments

Being a sapiosexual also reinforces the same tired and fake-woke ideas surrounding what it means to be intelligent.
Men’s Soccer Team Looking to Build Off of Strong Season

With First Playoff Appearance in Seven Years, the Stingers Are Only Looking Up

Elias Grigoriadis — Published November 4, 2019 | Comments

The Stingers’ season has come to an end and, despite the disappointing semi-final loss, there is a lot of promise and will look to build on that next fall.
UQTR 3, Concordia 0: Disappointing End to Break-Out Season for Men’s Soccer Team

Defensive Mistakes and Unproductive Offence Brings Season to an End

Elias Grigoriadis — Published October 27, 2019 | Comments

Despite a massive improvement this season, there are still massive holes to fill for the Stingers if they want to succeed in the RSEQ
UQTR 2, Concordia 0: Stingers Men’s Soccer Book Ticket to Postseason

Despite Loss, McGill’s Defeat Clinches Stingers Playoff Berth

Elias Grigoriadis — Published October 20, 2019 | Comments

With the final blow of the whistle, despite a 2-0 defeat at the hands of the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières Patriotes, the Concordia Stingers men’s soccer team still overachieved this season.
Concordia 1, Montréal 1: All Eyes on Sunday for Stingers Men’s Soccer

Men’s Soccer Team Minutes Away From Clinching Playoff Berth Against Defending National Champions

Elias Grigoriadis — Published October 19, 2019 | Comments

One of the most entertaining parts of any soccer season, in any league, is Decision Day. The last game of the season where every team plays at the same time and the final standings are set.
Shut Up and Dribble: The NFL Still Doesn’t Give a Shit About Safety

Mason Rudolph Was Literally Knocked Unconscious and the League Isn’t Doing Anything

Elias Grigoriadis — Published October 8, 2019 | Comments

When this column started and we decided to start tackling issues off the field, I expected there to be a lot of NFL-related content. That isn’t much of a stretch for a league that seemingly makes it their M.O. to be as awful as possible.
Concordia 2, UQAM 1: Playoff Race Begins for Stingers Men’s Soccer

Simon Spénard-Lapierre’s Late Game Winner Brings Stingers Within Striking Distance of Postseason

Elias Grigoriadis — Published October 8, 2019 | Comments

During the 2013-2014 season, the Concordia Stingers men’s soccer team—while tied on points to McGill—missed out on the playoffs due to a tie-break. Since that year, they haven’t gotten anywhere near the playoffs. Until now.
All-Star Chama Sedki Quits Women’s Soccer Team

Co-Captain Informed Team That She Would Not Be Returning This Season

Elias Grigoriadis — Published October 4, 2019 | Comments

After making the Réseau du Sport Étudiant du Québec All-Star team 2018-2019 and being an integral part of the Stingers women’s soccer team for the last four years, co-captain Chama Sedki has quit the team.
A Canadian Election Survival Guide

Still Confused About How, When, Where, and Who to Vote for? We’ve Got You Covered

Elias Grigoriadis & Caitlin Yardley — Published October 1, 2019 | Comments

All the commotion surrounding election time can be a little off-putting. Bureaucracy and indecision tend to pile on and often discourage young voters who aren’t prepared. So take a look at our election survival guide to get to the bottom of some of the most burning questions surrounding the complex world of voting.
Concordia 1, UQAM 1: Addicted to Drama

Stingers Men’s Soccer Team Salvage Late Point but Need to Get More Dangerous

Elias Grigoriadis — Published September 24, 2019 | Comments

The difference between successful and failed seasons is often just a few points. Stealing a draw or a late winner here and there can end up being the deciding factor in who makes the playoffs or not and the most successful teams always find a way of doing just that.
KickDrum and Hot Tramp Management Get Groovy in Backyard Session

Le Dépanneur Cafe Hosts a Free Show for Everyone to Enjoy

Elias Grigoriadis — Published September 16, 2019 | Comments

Cafés that showcase artists are not a new invention. However, Le Dépanneur Café has live music scheduled all day which is not a concept that is often seen. After the success of their debut festival at the beginning of September, Hot Tramp Management chose the café that seats roughly 30 people as the one to host one of their Backyard Sessions.
‘Bonnie & Clyde’ Hit Every Note

After a Sold Out Premiere Run in April, Contact Theatre Is Back And Wows Again

Elias Grigoriadis — Published September 9, 2019 | Comments

Very few stories grasp our collective imagination like that of Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. They’ve been the subject of pop culture’s obsession as much as any other couple. One of the main reasons is the devilishly captivating chemistry the two lovestruck outlaws shared and how hard it is to replicate.