DUFC 23
UCD 23
Dublin University Football Club (DUFC) were forced to share the spoils with University College Dublin (UCD) on Saturday, as the sides played out a 23-23 draw in their AIL Division 1 encounter at College Park. While …
Cameron Hill was the Sports Editor of Trinity News for Michaelmas 2018. He is a Senior Fresh English Literature and French student.
Incumbents ousted during DUCAC AGM elections
DUCAC treasurer Brian Ó Ruairc lost to former DUBC member John Bolton by 165 votes to 32
Incumbent Dublin University Central Athletic Committee (DUCAC) Treasurer, Brian O’Ruairc, lost his re-election bid at last night’s AGM. O’Ruairc’s competitor, John Bolton, a former member of DU Boat Club (DUBC), won the election by 165 votes to 32. The outgoing …
Pav reports income return to pre-recession levels at DUCAC AGM
However, a number unforeseen expenses were also disclosed
The Pav has recorded their highest income in 5 years with food and drink sales nearing pre-recession levels. However, Professor Cyril Smyth, Chairman of the Pavilion Bar Committee, has said that unforeseen weather conditions led to a drop in retained …
“One club, one vote” motion dismissed at DUCAC AGM
The motion ended a contentious evening in the Edmund Burke theatre
A motion of “one club, one vote” was dismissed at the end of the Dublin University Central Athletic Club (DUCAC) AGM on Thursday night. The motion, put forward by DU Archery Club captain Diego Coyle, called for an amendment to …
Trinity Basketball outlast experienced Barrow side
An energetic second half showing earns the Men’s team their first win
Trinity College 71
Barrow Rovers 54
Trinity Men’s Basketball “A” team overcame a strong challenge from Barrow Rovers on Friday, as they ran out a 71-54 victory in the Sports Centre. The visitors were the better side in the early …
Sport’s double standards in fashion create an uneven playing field
Cameron Hill explores the inequality in dress codes for men and women in different sports
When Jesse Owens arrived at the Olympic Village in Berlin in 1936, he was presented with a pair of unique running shoes by Adi Dassler, owner of a then-modest sports company. Owens would wear this light, innovative footwear as he …
Respect and trust are essential for successful managers
Cameron Hill investigates the qualities of the most prominent coaches in sport, and the best way to communicate within their team
Good managers generally possess the same traits. A great eye for detail is paramount, as is an ability to concentrate under immense pressure. As Andre Agassi puts it: “Pressure means that everything’s working.” A solid manager also serves as an …
Brave DUFC no match for experienced Clontarf
The notable absence of crucial senior stars saw Smeeth’s side run out of steam, Cameron Hill reports
DUFC 7
Clontarf 31
DUFC’s Senior XV’s winless woes continued on Thursday night as they fell to a 31-7 defeat against a strong Clontarf side in College Park. Despite brave defence in the first half, fatigue and inexperience proved critical, …
World Cup 2018: Quarter-final previews
In a tournament that has thrown up plenty of surprises already, the quarter-finals are sure to follow suit
With the business end of the tournament fast approaching, it is only fair to accept that while there have been some truly wonderful moments at this World Cup, the patience of many fans has been tested by a few drab …
Boat Clubs prepare for thrilling end to season
Both DUBC and DULBC get set for the exciting weeks ahead
While most of Trinity’s sports clubs are either on their summer holidays or beginning pre-season preparations, the college’s rowing clubs have no time to enjoy the heatwave with a busy few weeks ahead. Both DUBC and Dublin University Ladies’ Boat …