NAIT Ooks Men's Curling Team Update:
The NAIT Ooks men's curling team has been putting up a strong performance in the CCAA round-robin at Nationals. After a tough start in match one against Mohawk College, where they lost 13-5, they bounced back in round two with a solid 9-3 victory against the SAIT Trojans. Despite a close game against the Humber Hawks in round three, ending 8-6 in favor of Humber, the Ooks showed their resilience by defeating Assiniboine Community College 9-2 in round four.
With their momentum building, the team secured another win in round five against hometown rivals, the Concordia Thunder, with a score of 7-4. This winning streak continued into game six as they triumphed over the Red Deer Kings, earning them a spot in the CCAA semi-finals. Although they faced a setback in their final match against Sault College, ending 8-5 in Sault's favor, the Ooks finished strong and secured a fourth place in the men's college division.
Next up, the NAIT Ooks will face Mohawk College in a crucial semi-final match at 9:30 AM (ADT) on Saturday, March 16th. The winner of this match will advance to the CCAA finals at 2:30 PM (ADT), while the loser will compete in the bronze medal final at the same time. Stay tuned for more updates and support our team as they strive for victory!
NAIT Ooks at Nationals
The NAIT Ooks men's curling team is gearing up for an exciting challenge as they are set to compete at the CCAA Curling Nationals in Fredericton, NB starting on March 12th. The CCAA Nationals will feature players from
The NAIT Ooks men's curling team is gearing up for an exciting challenge. Starting on March 12th, they will compete at the CCAA Curling Nationals in Fredericton, NB, which will feature players from across Canada.
The Ooks have displayed exceptional skill and determination this season. The team went 9-1 in the regular season. They lost a couple of close games at the ACAC Championship but pulled through to bring home the ACAC bronze medal and earn their spot to compete on the national stage. The NAIT Ooks are poised to make a significant impact at the Nationals, and fans eagerly anticipate their outstanding performances on the rink.
The action-packed tournament begins on March 12th at 9:00 PM ADT, so mark your calendars and tune in to support the Ooks! We'll be providing daily updates on the team's progress, so be sure to check back every evening. For even more information, click the link below. Let's go, Ooks!