Mariners Women’s Volleyball Team’s Senior Send Off
The Mariners Women’s Volleyball Team honoured their seniors as they closed out the regular season and changed focus for the postseason. On Saturday, February 15, the Mariners Women’s Volleyball Team hosted the Camosun Chargers for Senior Night, the Mariners’ final home game for the season and their final game of the regular season. The Mariners … Continued
Mariners Women’s Basketball Close the Book on CBC
Through the weekend, the Mariners Women’s Basketball Team completed a clean sweep over CBC. On Friday, February 7, and Saturday, February 8, the Mariners Women’s Basketball team hosted the Columbia Bible College (CBC) Bearcats for two games. Both were severely one-sided in favour of the hometown heroes. The last time the Mariners met the Bearcats … Continued
Mariners Athletics Through the Weekend
The VIU Mariners played a total of five games between two sports and three teams through the weekend. On Friday, January 31, and Saturday, February 1, the VIU Mariners Women’s Volleyball Team, Men’s Volleyball Team, and Men’s Hockey Team played five games collectively. While the Mariners Volleyball teams were able to sweep Columbia Bible College … Continued
Two-Step with the Mariners Dance Team (and Tye)
Have you ever wanted to learn how to line dance or two-step to your favourite country jams? Me neither. But, if the music and dancing doesn’t tickle your fancy, maybe supporting your fellow Mariners will. On Thursday, February 13, from 7 pm–9 pm, the Mariners Dance Team, partnered with the VIUSU Student Pub, will be … Continued
Mariners Men’s Volleyball Host Douglas Royals
The Mariners Men’s Volleyball Team were on the hunt for redemption as they hosted the Douglas Royals for two games of action. On Friday and Saturday, January 17 and 18, the Mariners Men’s Volleyball Team hosted the Douglas Royals for back-to-back game days. The Mariners came into the weekend games riding a six game win … Continued
Mariners Dance Team Hosts Beer and Burger
The VIU Mariners Dance Team host their Annual Fundraiser. On Tuesday, November 19, from 7 pm–11 pm, the VIU Mariners Dance Team will be hosting their annual Beer and Burger Fundraiser at The Queen’s Pub. The event is open to those 19 or older. Tickets for admission cost $18 at the door, but can be … Continued
Start of the Season: Women’s Basketball
Even if you’re not a mega-fan, sports can still unite people. It’s fun to fall into the fabric of the culture, and uniting people is something I can get behind.
VIU Mariners Land New Deal with Adidas and Kahunaverse Sports Group
VIU announced that the VIU Mariners have become official partners with Adidas and Kahunaverse Sports. On October 8, following the PACWEST court sport season openers, the Vancouver Island University Athletics and Recreation announced their official partnership with Adidas and Kahunaverse Sports Group. Kahunaverse Sports is now the official T-shirt, sports apparel, and uniform supplier for … Continued
My Mariner Pride
This semester I will be warming up for when VIU hosts the women’s national basketball championships by attending every possible event, tailgate party, and game so that I can stand tall in the bleachers and barbarically yawp Mariner pride. I may have no confidence in my ability to understand the game, but I have every confidence in my fellow Mariners. After all, it’s a great thing to be a sturgeon.
VIU Mariners season recap
This season has been one of the most successful in recent memory for the VIU Mariners across the board. Our women’s volleyball team defeated the King’s College Blue Devils 3-0 to win gold in the CCAA National Championship 3-0, becoming the first team to defend their championship title and the first to win back-to-back. The … Continued
Mariners at the break 2018
It’s an exciting time to be a Mariners fan. Our women’s volleyball team is playing at an elite level sitting at 10-0 and 8 points ahead of the second place, Douglas Royals, in the PACWEST. Another undefeated team going into the break is our tenacious women’s basketball team; with a combination of gritty defensive play … Continued
2018 Mariners fall season preview
The 2018 Mariners Fall sports season is underway as student-athletes arrive on campus for the preseason. The men’s and women’s soccer programs will see the biggest change this season as long-time men’s head coach Bill Merriman stepped down last spring after nine years at the helm of the program. Taking on Merriman’s responsibilities is Larry … Continued
Mariners Profile: Bryson Cox
Playing in his final season at VIU, basketball guard Bryson Cox has a lot to be proud of. Throughout his five-year career his coaches and teammates have relied on his leadership, both on and off the court. He took time to chat with the Navigator about the team’s preparation for the upcoming provincials, and personal … Continued
Improvements planned for VIU athletics
By Sports and Lifestyle Editor Cole Schisler It has been a phenomenal year for the Mariners athletic programs. The Mariners are a force to be reckoned with across all sports; the Women’s Soccer, Women’s Volleyball, and Men’s Basketball teams are all provincial champions, many Mariners have received personal achievement awards in both the CCAA and … Continued