By Dylan Wylde on March 22, 2013
UBC’s Cross-Volleyball league’s second term season has finished, and the results are in! As each division had its own host of champions, an impressive statistical anomaly could be seen within Women’s Div. 1, where team ‘Minions’ set the bar in being the only team across the league to close the season on a perfect 13-0 [...]
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By cwleblanc on March 15, 2013
This week’s teams of the week, presented by The Academic and The Bimini Public Houses, come from Point Grey Flag Football and SRC Futsal. They`re called Pigskins and It`s Getting Messi. The team members will receive a gift card to the Donnelly Group Public Houses. The Academic and The Bimini Public House have partnered [...]
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By cwleblanc on March 14, 2013
A couple weeks ago a few of the Assistant Directors from UBC REC’s Futsal League ran a tournament in conjunction with the Vancouver Street Soccer League. The league is organized on the downtown east side for those who are homeless or suffering from mental illness or addiction.
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By Jill Slattery on March 8, 2013
While Storm the Wall is intense, it is also pretty funny – just like this rap written about the event
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By Curtis Chance on March 8, 2013
This term, the Ultimate League has seen exemplary creativity and sportsmanship outside of what the game itself calls for. The Musical Presence It is not uncommon to hear some tunes being blasted from Thunderbird Stadium on a Sunday afternoon, as some teams, such as Forcing Scoregasms bring the party with them. In a flashback to [...]
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By Dylan Wylde on February 22, 2013
Dylan Wylde from Cross Volleyball checks in with term two underway.
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By Jill Slattery on February 14, 2013
When I see all the girls walking around campus with bouquets when I’ve had two midterms in one day:
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By Jill Slattery on February 12, 2013
A re-cut edition of the 30 minute long interview with Lauren, a former UBC student who has struggled with mental illness, to support Bell’s Let’s Talk Day. The more we share about mental illness, the more people can be helped overcome the stigma and receive treatment.
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By YoRo! on February 9, 2013
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By carterbrundage on February 9, 2013
UBC REC’s first ever Versus event brought the Zombie Apocalypse to campus! Team Human or Team Zombie?
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By Ndub on February 4, 2013
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By Ndub on February 4, 2013
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By cwleblanc on February 4, 2013
UBC REC has implemented a new disciplinary system for handling false identification at their events and in their leagues.
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By cwleblanc on January 24, 2013
There was a point in my life when I thought I should play basketball. My dad bought me and my siblings a hoop – the display model from Canadian Tire – and I got to perfecting my free-throw. I can’t tell you how many hours I spent in the street in front of my house, [...]
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By Danna Batara on January 21, 2013
Are your tastebuds feeling adventurous? Brush up your knowledge of uncommon meats, and get ready to loosen your waistbands and break out the big t-shirts for Dine Out Vancouver.
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By cwleblanc on January 17, 2013
What are the ways that you can connect through REC?
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By Danna Batara on January 6, 2013
Want to try out some new REC events this year? Take a gander at our events preview here.
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By eleonard on December 12, 2012
Photos from the term 1 Elite campus wide final, with the Motherpuckers versus the Warriors.
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By cwleblanc on December 10, 2012
Here are a few words to help you complain about your exams. Our personal favorite? Book Snake.
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By cwleblanc on November 30, 2012
This week’s Team of the Week is a double-header.
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By toddk on November 22, 2012
Todd Kamensek from Nitobe Basketball League let’s us in on some of the more popular and lesser known superstitions of the sport.
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By jwou on November 16, 2012
This weeks Team of the Week is White Guys and JJ of Dodgeball
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By YoRo! on November 14, 2012
Take a look at these pictures of the CoRec and Mens Tier 2 teams.
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By cwleblanc on November 6, 2012
UBC REC staff got together with the families of Rare Disease Foundation this past Sunday for a little fun on the ice.
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By Jill Slattery on November 5, 2012
Our brand new series, What Not to Wear to UBC, is a take on our favourite fashion show, but brought to your favourite campus. Each week is a different edition including classroom style, gym apparel, studying duds, night life dress, and more.
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By Jill Slattery on October 30, 2012
What’s in your favourite Starbucks drink? This week’s True Story Tuesday breaks down the most popular orders.
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By ezand on October 21, 2012
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By cwleblanc on October 11, 2012
The language of dodgeball may still be under development, but there are words you need to know.
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By sdodhia on October 9, 2012
Fall 2012 Bodin Ball Hockey League Photos
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By mgirard on September 28, 2012
See the latest photos from the Fall 2012 Ultimate League!
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By Jill Slattery on September 27, 2012
Only Jonah Hill can demonstrate it.
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By Michelle Ah-Seng on September 22, 2012
The AMS Club Days have come to an end but here’s a recap of a few clubs that are old, new, and some out of the blue! Of course, they are recreationally based to satisfy your need to go out and get moving.
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By Jill Slattery on September 11, 2012
September greetings to all our new and returning readers! Get ready for a fun year with The Point.
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By Jill Slattery on September 11, 2012
That time we tried to walk down University Blvd…
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By joshcurran on March 30, 2012
Check out some awesome photos from this semester’s Nitobe Basketball season!
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By ianschultz on March 26, 2012
This week’s REC Stars are the dynamic duo behind UBC REC’s Program Development department!
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By UBC REC Media on March 19, 2012
Check out some photos from Handley Cup Soccer!
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By Jill Slattery on March 9, 2012
Before you head to the grocery store, check out these nutrition misconceptions!
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By bpastro on March 8, 2012
This year’s Ivor Wynne 3 on 3 basketball tournament went off without a hitch. Athlete’s appeared to be inspired by the upcoming NCAA March Madness, as they demonstrated their best dribbles, dunks, and shots!
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By ianschultz on March 8, 2012
Learn more about how you can get out in the water in Van City!
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By UBC REC Media on March 6, 2012
Check out some photos from REC’s Term 2 Dodgeball League!
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By Jill Slattery on February 22, 2012
Everybody’s making one, why should Maggie the Dog be left out?
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By bpastro on February 20, 2012
With the Ivor Wynne 3 on 3 Basketball tournament coming up on Friday March 2nd, participants will have a chance to show off their best dribbles and dunks. But just where, and how did this sport come to be? The Point takes a look at the origin of the sport behind the tournament.
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By Jill Slattery on February 20, 2012
Part 3 of Disordered Eating takes a look at the short term and long term effects of eating disorders on the body. The widespread destruction may surprise you.
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By Jill Slattery on February 15, 2012
Didn’t get any chocolate on Valentine’s? No need to worry, it’s now all on sale, so get cooking and bake these!
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By bpastro on February 14, 2012
Last weekend UBC REC’S Winter Badminton tournament took place. While the weather outside was crisp and cold, the action inside really heated up.
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By Jill Slattery on January 18, 2012
This week’s recipe features as much colour as you can fit in one bowl. No, it’s not Lucky Charms – it’s Rainbow Salad, just as lucky and even more delicious.
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By bpastro on January 3, 2012
For most of us, Winter means one thing, ski/snowboard season! As fun as it is to get right into the action, there are some things you should first take into consideration when planning your trip up to the mountain. A few simple items can make your day go a lot smoother, and safer.
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By Cindy Phillips on December 26, 2011
Learn more about Man Chat, an up-and-coming band on Vancouver’s indie music scene!
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By Jill Slattery on December 7, 2011
Maggie the Dog is in the midst of exams and she’s really having difficulty with Cats 101.
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By drewsenay on December 1, 2011
Interviews with some of the most active teams of this semester’s Handley Cup Soccer season.
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By Laura Boivan on November 25, 2011
This week’s featured team from the SRC Futsal league!
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By Cheryl Andrichuk on October 26, 2011
If it’s got zucchini in it, it has to be good for you, right? And if you call it a muffin and not a cupcake, well you’re definitely eating right.
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By Jill Slattery on September 30, 2011
YOU ARE A COUCH POTATO! It’s time to shape up or ship out, my friend! You spend too much time on the couch, surfing the net or watching TV, and not enough time pumping those muscles! What we recommend: Pick up the 2011/2012 REC Guide at the Student Recreation Centre across the street from Gage [...]
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By Jill Slattery on September 30, 2011
KEEP IT UP! YOU’RE DOING GREAT! You keep a balanced lifestyle with just the right amount of exercise and fun! You keep your body replenished after working out in order to let your muscles heal and grow. You know how to treat yourself and keep things in moderation. What we recommend: Keep it up! You’re [...]
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By Jill Slattery on September 30, 2011
YOU’RE A FITNESS FREAK! Tone it down a notch, will ya’! You’re tiring out your body and not giving it enough time to heal in between workouts. Worse than that, you’re not taking in enough calories to keep yourself happy and healthy! To be fit, you don’t need to be an exercise addict. What we [...]
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By bpastro on September 19, 2011
It’s easy to get lost in the excitement and forget about a key piece of equipment. Fortunately REC is here to help, with an outline of the equipment you need for each league!
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By mztan on September 7, 2011
Photos from the 2011 Point Grey Triathlon on July 17, 2011.
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