Weekend intramurals offer fun for all

Interested in some friendly competition on Saturday afternoon? If so, the following opportunity may be right up your alley.

Every weekend (usually on Saturday around 4 p.m.), a predetermined sporting event is held in which students can compete against other campus residence halls and commuters.  These athletic events allow students to compete for their respective halls to earn bragging rights and the chance at the residence hall intramural championship plaque, to be awarded at the end of the year. 

These competitions vary from week to week.  Some of the events include volleyball, dodge ball, kickball, floor hockey, and wallyball (volleyball in the racquetball court).  These games are a great way for students to meet people on campus and enjoy the weekend with some competitive athletics.

Beginning last year, the weekly intramural competitions were formed for a number of reasons. 

"It is a good way to get students involved in intramurals on campus," said Erin Rossetti, Director of Residential life.  Rossetti is also a Residence Hall Director (RHD) for the Rita Bole Complex, and knows the campus activities well.  "This is an easy way for students to bond with others on campus." Rossetti added. 

Since last year, these weekly competitions have grown more and more popular.  Every student who is new to the competition receives a free tee shirt to represent his or her place of residence.  This competition is open to all Lyndon students, including commuters.  Students are encouraged to come and compete, or even watch friends compete in these weekend events.

"It's a good way to forget about school work and release some tension," said sophomore Torry Gaucher.  Torry is one of the Resident Assistants (RA) involved in setting up and organizing these events.  "We usually get a good turnout, but we are always looking for more people. The more people the better!"

For more detailed information on these events, students can talk to their RA.  Signs are posted throughout campus to help inform students of the events for the upcoming weekend.  Students may also visit the LSC Weekend Intramural facebook page for details and statistics from previous weeks.