Yearly Archives: 2023

The Badgers’ men’s volleyball team is back in the win column after picking up back-to-back victories against the Trent Excalibur to close the first half of the schedule with a 6-2 record.

In a closely contested battle on Friday, Dec. 1, the Brock Badgers men's basketball team faced a heart-wrenching defeat at the hands of the Waterloo Warriors with a final score of 73-71. The game was a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing the high effort level of both teams throughout each quarter.

Students can take mindfulness breaks at the Brock Library while they tirelessly study for exams and write final projects.

St. Catharines is laying hundreds of charges against four individuals for illegally felling trees in the Martindale Pond area.

The Faith and Life Centre provides students the chance to connect with other students in a private area that is close to nature.

Cabin Fever Clayworks, a Niagara-based business dedicated to crafting and selling ceramic art, will soon host its first holiday open studio sale.

The film confirms what we all know by now: Beyoncé’s only competition is herself. 

The Brock University Choir blew away a full house with their performance Sing Your Song.

The Israeli response to the Hamas massacre on Oct. 7 has exacted asymmetrical terrorism on innocent Palestinian civilians living under occupation. The only solution is a ceasefire in Gaza to end the ongoing bloodshed. 

The winter holidays are fast approaching. This often entails hours of thought put into possible gifts for loved ones. Sure, everyone knows that the meaning behind the holidays transcends past gift giving, but it is often a great way to remind loved ones of the connections we share.

On Dec. 8 and 9, the Department of Dramatic Arts (DART) will host progress showings of Patchwork Productions’ original show “All That Makes Us” at the Marilyn I. Walker Theatre. 

Content warning: mentions of sexual assault and rapeThe controversy over the classic winter song “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” stems from misinterpretations of its lyrics and themes.

The Game Awards’ nomination of Dave the Diver for Best Independent Game is blind to what it means for a game to be “indie,” and steals a spot from a game that deserves representation in the category. 

While 3D Super Mario games are normally met with universal acclaim, 2002’s Super Mario Sunshine is a bit more divisive amongst fans of the franchise. With so much to discuss, what do The Brock Press’ two most opinionated Nintendo fans think about the controversial GameCube title? 

The average net cost of streaming services in Canada is approximately $160 per month. This list will help you narrow down your media spending this holiday season.

Overall rating: 4/5Avery Lynch unpacks an all too familiar feeling of heartbreak in her newest track “Didn’t Show Up.”

While UEFA Euro 2024 is still six and a half months away, all participating nations learned of their group stage opponents during Saturday’s draw. With all six groups determined, here are five marquee matchups to look forward to in June.

The Badgers’ women’s basketball team could not withstand the Laurier Golden Hawks comeback as Brock fell 61-60 on the road, to head into the winter break with a 5-4 record.

Fresh off of Wilfrid Laurier University handing Badger’s men’s hockey only their second loss of the season, Brock headed North to Ottawa for two games this weekend, first against the Ottawa Gee Gee’s and the other against the Carleton Ravens.

On Nov. 22nd, after practicing with his team—the Chicago Blackhawks—only a day earlier as if nothing was wrong, Corey Perry was scratched from the lineup in that night’s game against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Brock’s women’s volleyball team didn’t leave much to chance this weekend, playing in their last two games before the holiday break, handily defeating Lakehead University in two straight-set victories.

On Friday, Dec. 1, the Brock Badgers women's hockey team played against the Waterloo Warriors at Canada Games Park. The highly anticipated match resulted in a 3-1 victory for the visitors, highlighting the Badgers' recent struggles.

In the first of two games of the weekend, the Brock men’s basketball team secured a hard-fought victory against the No. 4 ranked Queen's Gaels, prevailing with a final score of 76-72. The Bob Davis Gymnasium witnessed an intense clash, marking the Badgers’ third consecutive matchup against a nationally ranked opponent.

In a closely contested match on Thursday, Nov. 23, the Brock Badgers' women's hockey team played against the Western Mustangs in London. Despite a valiant effort, the Badgers fell short in a 2-1 loss. The game showcased an outstanding performance by fourth-year goaltender Kenzie Harmison, who made 27 saves out of 29 shots.

It's unsurprising BUSU would attempt a long-term plan to guide their policymaking, but what they came up with is hindered by corporate jargon and ineffectual solutions. 

The sporting landscape is intensifying heading into the holiday season. As December approaches, here are five marquee sporting events and storylines to follow over the next month.

It was only a year ago that Alphonso Davies scored the Canadian men’s national team’s first goal in the FIFA World Cup. 12 months later, that iconic moment in Canadian sports history feels like a lifetime ago after Canada’s devasting home loss on Nov. 21st to Jamaica in the quarterfinals of the CONCACAF Nations League.

The Badgers’ women’s basketball team composed an 82-73 comeback victory against the McMaster Marauders to win their fourth game of the season and the Badgers’ third victory in Paint the Meridian Red history. Paint the Meridian Red is a community basketball event that is aimed at bringing members of the Brock community and the Niagara Region together by filling the Meridian Centre in a sea of red.

Brock Relay for Life (BRL) has been raising money to combat cancer for 14 years, and students can help contribute to the fight at this week’s upcoming events.

The Last Faith is an exciting blend of the metroidvania and soulslike genre, even if it doesn’t do much to push the boundaries of either.

Both of Brock’s swimming squads worked hard this weekend, swimming in one of their most important competitions of the year: the Dean Boles Divisional Championship.

The Brock Badgers played two games this past weekend, looking to add to a seven-game win streak and improve from third overall among all U Sports teams.

Minor spoilers aheadScore: 2.5/5At the very least there’s a thrill to Saltburn despite its overall emptiness.

Wishing others a “Merry Christmas” – or any other holiday-specific greeting, for that matter – should not be a matter of controversy or cultural upset.

Exams do not encourage long-term learning, and an overreliance on them detracts from the overall learning process.

While Pokémon products continue to bring in billions of dollars, the franchise’s quality is starting to falter as a result of its executives’ greed.

Score: 2/5After his latest album’s average reception, Drake attempts to redeem the project with a sliver of potential on a new deluxe edition.

The sludge metal band Shingen is proof that the hardcore scene is alive in Niagara.

On Thursday, Nov. 16th, Brock Musical Theatre held a roaring open mic night at Mahtay Café in downtown St. Catharines.

St. Johns Conservation Area is a tranquil spot great for both new and experienced hikers.