Argus countdown: the supporter's guide
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- Published on Wednesday, 22 February 2012 21:34
- Written by Caterina Aldera
With only 17 days, 28 minutes and 14 seconds to go, it's time to get excited for the world's biggest timed cycle race! We've heard enough about preparing for the Argus as a cyclist - what about the supporters who seem to outnumber them? Here's your guide to making sure you're ready.
Proteas need to step up
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 February 2012 16:07
- Written by Zaid Gamieldien
A few months ago England had reached the summit of Test cricket. A series win over world champions India, an Ashes victory, coupled with top honours for Jonathan Trott and Alastair Cook as Cricketer and Test Cricketer of the year respectively, rocketed the Poms to the coveted number one spot. One week ago, a youthful Pakistan squad, on the back of scandal and volatility, obliterated the English on neutral territory, sweeping the series 3-0.
SHOWCASE: UCT Clubs that offer great value for money
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 February 2012 16:06
- Written by Nicole Beale
Ballroom and Latin Dancing
Get moving and shaking this year by joining one of UCT’s top dancing societies. Not only can you learn to master the waltz or the cha-cha, but this is a great way to meet new people and have endless amounts of fun.
Cricket First XI batter Tygerberg
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 February 2012 15:37
- Written by Sajjad Karamsi & Sean Cullinan
The UCT First XI continued their impressive unbeaten run last Saturday by wrapping up an easy win against Tygerberg within 17 minutes. The two-day game, played over consecutive Saturdays was controlled throughout by a dominating UCT at the Woolsack Cricket Fields.
Driven Past Point: All you need is sport
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 February 2012 15:34
- Written by Sajjad Karamsi
Jammie Plaza last week witnessed various sports clubs seductively hawk their wares to unsuspecting wide-eyed Freshers.
Shimlas pull a little shimmy on Ikeys
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- Published on Tuesday, 21 February 2012 15:13
- Written by Vafa Naraghi
The Ikey Tigers kicked off their title defence in the Varsity Cup season opener on Saturday, February 4th. Playing against Shimlas (the University of Free State team), the Ikeys fumbled their way to a 38-10 defeat.
Unravelling the myth of the Ikey Tiger
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- Published on Saturday, 18 February 2012 17:08
- Written by Carla de Klerk
The Ikey Tiger is more than just a pretty face on the sidelines taking pictures with blonde girls in shorts. Inside those big, shiny kitty-cat eyes is an intellectual, passionate about merely one thing: the beautiful game. The beautiful game that stems from the Ikey rugby team.
Avoiding the spread we dread
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- Published on Saturday, 18 February 2012 16:56
- Written by Caterina Aldera
First-year spread is real. Every year, thousands of young nineteen-year-olds fall prey to the vicious epidemic, but it can easily be avoided with a deliberate lifestyle change. This guide will show you a few ways to keep those extra centimetres on the tape measure, and off your thighs.
Plan now for future success
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- Published on Wednesday, 12 October 2011 14:32
- Written by Sajjad Karamsi
This year has been filled with rugby glory for UCT. We won the Varsity Cup, deservedly, after being losing finalists twice. We won the Western Province Super League after 37 years, winning 13 consecutive games. Former Ikey JJ Gagiano featured at the Rugby World Cup, scoring a try for the US Eagles. Yes, this was a glorious year for rugby, but we tend to forget the achievements accomplished in other sports.
Experience triumphs at Waaihoek Race
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- Published on Wednesday, 12 October 2011 14:29
- Written by Samantha Jenner
Cool weather conditions were perfect for the UCT Mountain and Ski 14th annual Waaihoek Race. The challenge is an ascent of roughly 1300m over a distance of just under 2km.
Ultimate set for Rocktober
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- Published on Wednesday, 12 October 2011 14:26
- Written by Cady Roberts
Rocktober will be South Africa’s second big Ultimate tournament of the year, pitting the best South African Ultimate teams against each other as they sweat it out for two days in the heat of a Durban summer. Eleven teams from all around the country will be heading out to Westville Old Boys Sports Club on 15 and 16 October, with UCT’s Tigers, currently ranked 4th in South Africa, going in with high hopes.
Cowbells dominate Internal 10’s
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- Published on Wednesday, 12 October 2011 14:24
- Written by Sajjad Karamsi
Cowbells won the UCT Internal 10’s convincingly on Friday 9 October, dominating in both their semi-final and the finals.