The MRU Cougars Athletics had a jam-packed week, including a pivotal win in the Crowchild Classic and two straight victories over the Trinity Western Spartans by the men's basketball team.

Why It Matters

The victories in key matchups and the standout performances are crucial for the MRU Cougars' standings and provide momentum for the rest of the season.

By the Numbers
  • Connor Bouchard reached 50 points in the season, becoming the first Canada West player to do so since 2000-01.
  • Keivonte Watts scored a total of 47 points across two games, leading the men's basketball team to victory.
State of Play
  • Men's hockey team secured a pivotal 3-2 shootout win and then earned a massive two points in the Canada West standings by beating their rivals. They currently stand at third place in the standings.
  • The men's basketball team improved to a 7-9 record, showing strong performance in the recent games.
  • The women's basketball team faced tough losses, resulting in a 6-10 record in Canada West.
What's Next

Upcoming games include matchups against University of Fraser Valley Cascades and the Saskatchewan Huskies for the basketball and hockey teams respectively.