Elias Grigoriadis

Police Action Sparks Chaos Following Peaceful Protest

Police Clash with Protesters as Thousands Take to the Streets To Protest Police Violence

Elias Grigoriadis — Published June 1, 2020 | Comments

Thousands of protesters took to the streets on Sunday to peacefully decry institutional racism and the role it played in the recent deaths of Black people across North America. The SPVM replied with tear gas and arrests.
Q&A With General Coordinator-Elect Isaiah Joyner

How COVID-19 Put a Wrench in Wheels of ‘We Got You’

Elias Grigoriadis & Sheena Macmillan — Published May 7, 2020 | Comments

Following last month’s CSU election, We Got You is gearing up to prepare for their coming mandate. Get to know the General Coordinator-elect, Isaiah Joyner.
What Do You Do When The Sport You Love is Taken From You?

How a Severe Sports Injury Affected my Playing Career—And My Mental Health

Elias Grigoriadis — Published April 7, 2020 | Comments

Injuries are so common in sports it’s nearly impossible to find a high-level athlete without one. Most people recover, but what happens when you don’t?
Please, Sir. I Want Some More (Or Even Any) Sports

How is The Link’s Sports Team Getting Their Fill?

Olivier Cadotte & Olivier Neven & Elias Grigoriadis & Oseremen Irete & Maxime Cadotte & Cassidy Macdonald & Louis Pringle — Updated April 7, 2020 at 3:02pm | Comments

With nearly every major sporting league on hold, it’s a hard time out there for sports nuts. We asked The Link’s’ sports team how they’re coping.
Shut Up and Dribble: Bill 21’s Unseen Effect on Pro Sports in Montreal

Bill 21 Has Sent a Clear Message to Everyone Around The World and Athletes Are No Different

Elias Grigoriadis — Published March 3, 2020 | Comments

Bill 21 has sparked protests all over the province and it’s existence could be a deciding factor in how athletes view Montreal as a potential destination.
ASFA Election Results: Hamza Muhammad Elected General Coordinator

Majority of ‘About Time’ Slate Members Elected

Elias Grigoriadis — Published February 21, 2020 | Comments

The ASFA election results are in.
Shut Up and Dribble: Time for FIFA to Put Their Money Where Their Mouth Is

Zero Tolerance for Racist Incidents Is the Only Way Forward

Elias Grigoriadis — Published February 18, 2020 | Comments

After countless racist incidents have gone unpunished, it’s time for football’s governing bodies to start taking action
Frigo Vert Workshop Outlines The Historical Roots Of Gentrification in Montreal

The Loss of Public Spaces and Affordable Housing

Elias Grigoriadis — Published February 18, 2020 | Comments

Le Frigo Vert’s workshop discussed Montreal’s growing housing crisis and increasing renovictions.
All-Femme Team Organizes Open Mic; Safe Space for Black Artists

Local Artists Come Together to Celebrate Black History Month

Elias Grigoriadis — Published February 10, 2020 | Comments

“As People of Colour, we often judge ourselves and limit ourselves because we’re afraid to get out of the stereotypes that are put upon us,” said singer Chelsea St-Jean. “In here, you can do whatever style you want with the support you actually need to push through.
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