Have you ever wanted to take volleyball to the next level? Incorporate a bit of footwork into the manoeuvres or even just kick the ball back over the net? Or, for those avid footballers, try juggling while dribbling with the …
Shannon McGreevy is the Sports Editor of Trinity News, and a Senior Fresh student of Biological and Biomedical Sciences.
Out of Left Field: DU Rifle Club
With a social scene to brag about, Club Captain Joseph McDonnell speaks to the club’s accessibility for all students
It’s no secret that shooting is not a very common sport in Ireland, yet Trinity is lucky to have its very own Rifle Club, known as DURC.The club fosters an environment of openness and inclusivity that gives students the opportunity …
Deputy Head of Trinity Sport Matthew Dossett elected president of Student Sport Ireland
Dossett will be the first representative from Trinity to occupy the position
Matthew Dossett, Deputy Head of Sport and Recreation at Trinity, has been elected as the next president of Student Sport Ireland (SSI).
He is the first Trinity representative to be elected to the position and has been an active member …
Trinity commits to the Cara Sport Disability Inclusion Charter
In order to be more inclusive of those who have experienced exclusion in sport, the role of Sport and Physical Activity Inclusion Officer was created to foster this atmosphere in Trinity
Trinity recently became one of the first Universities in Ireland to sign the Cara Sport Disability Charter and commit to its mission. By signing this charter, Trinity Sport is making promises to reevaluate its programmes and facilities so as to …
Sunday Longread: Just keep swimming
How my experience as a semi-professional swimmer has helped me during the pandemic
I was a competitive swimmer in the Chicagoland area for 10 years. Some of my earliest memories are swimming and doing laps in the pool. My mom always told me that I was a “water baby” and was happiest when …
The NBA rookies to look out for this season
Number 1 draft pick Anthony Edwards has fallen out of the top 5 rookies of the year, giving room for others to take his spot
While most sporting events have been canceled in Ireland, the National Basketball Association (NBA) in America has been playing since the beginning of the pandemic, when they instituted the “bubble”. This season’s draft was watched by millions to see the …
Out of Left Field: DU Kayak and Canoe
Beginner friendly and also appealing to those more advanced, DUCK offers something for everyone
“It’s the ideal sport for not particularly sporty people and athletes alike,” says DU Kayak and Canoe (DUCK) Secretary Bob McLarnon. It is no secret that many mainstream sports like rugby and football can seem intimidating, especially with no prior …
Online exams prove traditional formats to be arbitrary
Sitting exams is hard enough as it is. We may as well make them more comfortable for students.
It is no secret that online learning has proven to have both advantages and disadvantages. Having the classroom ripped away from students has left many hunched over their laptops at home for what seems to be hours on end. When …
Prestigious Pinks announced at Trinity Sports Awards
Awards were given to exceptional athletes in Trinity clubs, with basketball taking home the Club of the Year award
Five student-athletes have been awards “Pinks” at the Trinity Sports Awards, the highest sporting award bestowed by College.
This year’s Pinks were awarded to Conall Hayes from Athletics, Miriam McGinley from Athletics, Robbie Kearns from the Equestrian Club, Diarmuid McGowan …
Out of Left Field: DU Yoga Society
Cheap online classes are at the heart of the society and yoga community at Trinity
If there has ever been a time to start practicing yoga, now is the time. It’s time to start being more mindful and taking care of your body and mental health. Yoga has been around for thousands of years, and …