Abdul-Jalilu Ahmed

Dec 4, 2024 | themanitoban.com | Abdul-Jalilu Ahmed |Ebunoluwa Akinbo

The U of M Bisons men’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance over the weekend, winning their series against the Lethbridge Pronghorns at the Investors Group Athletic Centre. The Bisons secured a decisive 79-63 victory on Friday, Nov. 29, followed by a dominant 77-62 win on Saturday, Nov. 30, showcasing their strength on the home court.

Nov 22, 2024 | themanitoban.com | Abdul-Jalilu Ahmed |Ebunoluwa Akinbo

Bisons football kicker Maya Turner has made U-Sports history as the first female to be named a Canada West All-Star. Turner stated that her motivation for playing football has been her love for the sport. She noted that achieving this milestone was not something she expected. The kicker enjoyed an enviable accomplishment in the season as she churned out 75 percent of field goals in Canada West and placed 10th in U-Sports.

Nov 7, 2024 | themanitoban.com | Abdul-Jalilu Ahmed |Ebunoluwa Akinbo

The Bisons men’s football team have been eliminated from the 2024 season following a 28-25 defeat to the University of Regina Rams on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Princess Auto Stadium. The Bisons and the Regina Rams came all out in the playoff game, as they exhibited intensity, tenacity and strength of character. The game had an attendance of 2,300 fans. The playoff game was the final game for the retiring head coach Brian Dobie who has been in charge for 29 years.

Oct 30, 2024 | themanitoban.com | Abdul-Jalilu Ahmed

The U of M Bisons women’s soccer team captain, Jessica Tsai, opened up about her final moments with the team. Oct. 18 marked the senior’s final game as a member of the herd. Tsai talked about her experience as a student-athlete and being captain of the team. The Manitoban: How would you describe your soccer career at the University of Manitoba? Jessica: I think it’s been a ton of growth and a ton of development throughout the whole way.

Oct 23, 2024 | themanitoban.com | Abdul-Jalilu Ahmed

The U of M Bisons football team has bounced back to winning after beating the University of Alberta Golden Bears 38-37 in a crucial away game on Saturday, Oct. 19 at Foote Field in Edmonton. The latest victory puts the Bisons at 6-1 in the ongoing season’s standings and secured a home playoff game. The Bisons’ performance was a testament to teamwork, perseverance and determination. Following a 42-24 defeat to the University of Saskatchewan Huskies on Oct.