Initiatives by Varsity Athletics

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Varsity PRIDE Games

York's hockey teams hosted their annual PRIDE hockey games at Canlan Arena. Together with the Alphabet Sports Collective and Sport a Rainbow, this year's celebration brought together community members and York Lions fans with the message that hockey is for everyone.

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The annual event took place on Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8.
York Lions annual Academic All-Canadian Awards Ceremony

Athletics & Recreation held its annual academic awards banquet, highlighting achievements in the classroom. To qualify for a U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian award, varsity student-athletes must be both eligible to play (18+ credits) and earn an A- (80%) grade average or better.

 

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York University student-athletes receive the U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian distinction.
Mark Cross Memorial hockey game

On January 25, the York Lions, alongside his parents, honoured former men's hockey athlete Mark Cross at the annual memorial game. Mark's memory lives on at York, and we all strive to embody the traits he was known for: Character, respect, optimism, sacrifice and selflessness.

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This year marked the fifth annual Mark Cross Memorial Day.
York Lions in the community: Lion Heart Initiative

The York Lions are committed to growing strong and inclusive environments by giving back to, and opening doors for, those in their communities, even after graduation. Learn more about Colt's Crusade and how the Lions men's hockey team is making a difference through their 'Lion Heart' initiative.

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This initiative creates opportunities and fosters community connections.
Varsity Athletics fall 2024 highlights

2024 shared one of the most successful fall terms in recent memory for the Lions! Highlighted by a pair of U SPORTS medals for women's field hockey and men's soccer, seven major awards earned at the conference and national levels and the successful restart of the YorkU football program!

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Women's field hockey and men's soccer claim silver and bronze at their respective U SPORTS national championships!
21st Annual Lions Cup golf tournament

Athletics & Recreation recently hosted the Lions Cup golf tournament, which raised a record amount of funds for athletic bursaries. These funds will directly impact student success by offering the opportunity to focus on goals on and off the playing surface.

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$165,500
was raised for York Lions varsity student-athlete bursaries.
Women and Girls Leadership and Sport Conference 2024

Athletics and Recreation hosted the fifth annual Women and Girls Leadership and Sport Conference in April. Beyond Bodies: Navigating Gender in Sport, explored the role of gender, including the impact on access and inclusion, policy and performance expectations.

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Ensuring financial sustainability was achieved. Revenue generated by this year’s conference will be converted to one-time athletic financial awards for varsity student-athletes.
York Lions annual Academic All-Canadian Awards ceremony

In January, Athletics & Recreation held its annual academic awards banquet. The ceremony highlighted the outstanding academic achievements of student-athletes, honouring those who attained U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian status during the 2022-23 academic year.

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York University student-athletes achieved U SPORTS Academic All-Canadian status.
Lions Cup raises money to support student athletes

Athletics & Recreation raised $154,000 for scholarships at the 20th annual Lions Cup Golf Tournament, presented by TD Insurance. Nearly 100 golfers gathered at Wyndance Golf Club in Uxbridge, Ont., achieving the goal of providing financial assistance to student-athletes.

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$154,000
raised to support student athletes at the 20th annual Lions Cup Golf Tournament.
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