Ilyas Kurbanov, Author at Dalhousie Gazette

From Tigers to Stingers and back

By Ilyas Kurbanov | November 13, 2020 |

Ochu played against strong competition in U Sports, but the CEBL was another level to experience. He wasn’t able to get much time on the court, but he was able to learn what it takes to play on the professional level.

Through thick and thin

By Ilyas Kurbanov | September 4, 2020 |

All players are set to return except graduates Sascha Kappos, Jordan Wilson, Brent Martindale and Matt McVeigh. One of the returning players is Keevan Veinot, who will be one of the leaders of this year’s Tigers squad.

Tigers bring home national medal

By Ilyas Kurbanov | April 3, 2020 |

The Dalhousie University Tigers men’s basketball team made history this season as they won a U Sports silver medal to cap off the 2019-20 season.

One last ride

By Ilyas Kurbanov | February 17, 2020 |

In this image: Victoria Haworth (left) and Courtney Baker.

Volleyball players Courtney Baker and Victoria Haworth played one last regular season home game on Feb. 15. The two fifth-years have been integral to the team’s success.

142 threes and counting

By Ilyas Kurbanov | January 31, 2020 |

In this image: Alex Carson preparing to shoot.

Alex Carson set a new all-time record in total three pointers made for the Dalhousie University Tigers men’s basketball team.

The other end of the court

By Ilyas Kurbanov | December 2, 2019 |

In this image: Brent Martindale dribbling a basketball.

Brent Martindale returned to the Saint Mary’s University Homburg Centre, but this time wearing a Dalhousie uniform and playing basketball for the Tigers.

Making big strides

By Ilyas Kurbanov | November 15, 2019 |

In this image: Jessica Needham running during an AUS championship meet.

Competing for the Dalhousie University Tigers women’s cross-country team for a second year, Jessica Needham has become a valuable racer in the 2019 season.

From the football field to the basketball court

By Ilyas Kurbanov | November 2, 2019 |

In this image: Romarie Johnson practices at the University of King's College.

Playing both football for Dal and basketball for King’s creates unique challenges for athletes Cairo Berry, Michael Clarke and Romarie Johnson.

Cross-country runner raises awareness about mental health

By Ilyas Kurbanov | October 5, 2019 |

In this image: Jacob and Maggie Halloran pose for photos.

Jacob Halloran is a busier university student than most. He runs cross-country, studies medical sciences and is a part of jack.org to raise awareness about mental health.

Tigers take a trip to Naples

By Ilyas Kurbanov | September 6, 2019 |

In this image: Two members from the crowd hold Canada flags.

Sascha Kappos, Alex Carson, Julie Moore and Courtney Baker were named to Team Canada and travelled to Italy this July for the Summer Universiade.