CTV Winnipeg: ‘It’s great to be a fan in Manitoba’: Bombers, Jets success exciting Winnipeg fans

Fiona Odlum — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 18:01:18 +0000

Dr. Ben Schellenberg, an associate professor in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management at the University of Manitoba, is doing research about sports fans and how their passion can either be a force for good or bad in their lives.

“The better the team is doing, the more this topic is front of mind for people,” said Schellenberg.

“You’re almost cheering for yourself. You are on the ice because this team is kind of part of who you are. So that’s why we see this strong connection to teams, even lifelong connections.

To read the entire story and watch the video, please follow the link here with CTV Winnipeg.

3 Down Nation: Trailblazing kicker Maya Turner drops puck at Winnipeg Jets game

Fiona Odlum — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 18:46:55 +0000

Maya Turner performed the ceremonial puck drop at the Winnipeg Jets’ game on Tuesday as part of the team’s women in sports celebration.

The placekicker from Maple Grove, Minn. became the first woman in U Sports football history to dress for a regular season game this past year while playing for the University of Manitoba Bisons.

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CTV Winnipeg: ‘It’s great to be a fan in Manitoba’: Bombers, Jets success exciting Winnipeg fans

3 Down Nation: Trailblazing kicker Maya Turner drops puck at Winnipeg Jets game