Winter sports update: How are the Eagles doing so far?
UTM’s tri-campus sports are back in full swing after a full month hiatus.
UTM’s winter sport programs return to action this week after an extended holiday break. While our men’s soccer and mixed ultimate frisbee teams saw much success this past fall—finishing first and second in their regular seasons, respectively—the Eagles men’s and women’s basketball, ice hockey, and volleyball programs are still underway and will hope to replicate the same achievements.
Men’s basketball (1-4-0, 4th place):
After their first five games, the Eagles currently sit bottom of the table. However, the men’s squad has been unlucky, losing a pair of matches by narrow margins. With only one win separating second place and fourth place, the men’s squad will look to turn things around, and with their next two matches being played at home, hopes are high for the Eagles.
Top scorer: Amro Matti – 14.8 PPG, 3.3 APG, 5.3 RPG
Next game: UTM vs UTSG Red, January 19 @ 1:00pm at UTM RAWC Court A/B
Women’s basketball (1-4-0, 4th place):
The women’s squad also currently sits at the bottom of the standings with the same record as the men’s team, and their lone win came against second place St. George Blue. However, the Eagles post the second-lowest points against in the league, meaning if they can find ways to improve their offence, the women’s side can definitely pick up wins down the back stretch of the season.
Top scorer: Kaitlin Parsons – 9.2 PPG, 0.8 APG, 7.2 RPG
Next game: UTM vs UTSG Red, January 19 @ 11:00am at UTM RAWC Court A/B
Men’s ice hockey (1-4-0, 4th place):
After a nearly undefeated regular season last year, the men’s team has been unable to replicate the same on-ice dominance. Despite the slow start, the Eagles are only one win back of second place. If the men’s team can find ways to turn tight losses into wins, they should be able to bounce back before playoffs.
Top scorer: Matthew Chekay – 11G, 1A
Next game: UTM vs UTSC, January 21 @ 8:00pm at Varsity Arena
Women’s ice hockey (0-2-3, 4th place):
Even though the women’s hockey team is still searching for their first win of the season, they’ve tied three games—more than any other team in the league. They’ve managed to keep games close, but their lack of scoring isn’t doing them many favours. The Eagles need to start hitting the back of the net if they want to start seeing wins instead of draws on their record.
Top scorer: Molly Patten – 3G, 1A
Next game: UTM vs UTSC, January 14 @ 9:00pm (Arena TBD)
Men’s volleyball (1-4-0, 4th place):
After being blown out in their opening matches, the men’s volleyball team has taken their last three games to five sets each, but with only one win to show for, the Eagles need to be better in clutch time. With the worst points against in the league, the Eagles need to focus on their receiving and defence if they want to compete on the court.
Top scorer: Lucas Lin – 11.4 KPG, 1.0 BPG, 2.8 DIGS PG
Next game: UTM vs UTSG Red, January 19th @ 5:30pm at UTM RAWC Court A/B
Women’s volleyball (3-2-0, T-2nd place):
The women’s volleyball team are currently tied for second and are the best performing winter sports team at UTM. The Eagles are only one win back of league-leaders St. George Red, and with UTM taking on the Reds next week, they’ll be hoping for a strong performance to move into first place.
Top scorer: Payton Bouvier – 8.2 KPG, 1.8 BPG, 5.2 DIGS PG
Next game: UTM vs UTSG Red, January 19 @ 3:30pm at UTM RAWC Court A/B
If you’re interested in covering any future tri-campus matches or would like to get involved, email sports@themedium.ca to learn more.
Sports & Health Editor (Volume 51) — Joseph is a recent graduate from UTM, having double-majored in Professional Writing & Communication and Political Science. During his time at UTM, he played on the men’s hockey and soccer teams and was actively involved in the campus’ sports community. Joseph is a strong advocate for a healthy lifestyle, and hopes that as Sports & Health Editor he can encourage students to get involved in campus sports and activities.