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AN INTRODUCTION TO INTRAMURAL SPORTS AT WSU
By ALFONSO RUBIO Reporter
Intramural sports are found at most universities nationwide, and Weber State University is no exception. There are many opportunities to participate in intramural sports and recreational activities at Weber State University. For a fee of $15 for students and $35 for
community members, WSU offers a variety of intramural sports opportunities.
This fall semester, WSU Intramurals include 7v7 Indoor Soccer and 6v6 Indoor Volleyball. Indoor Soccer registration ended on Sept. 4, and play started on Sept. 11. Indoor Volleyball will run from Oct. 27 to Dec. 6, with registration open from Oct. 13 to 23.
WSU’s Intramural sports program also of-
fers special events, most recently Sitting Volleyball on Sept. 7. Special events coming up during fall semester include Crate Stacking on Sept. 24 and 26, a Mario Kart Tournament on Sept. 28, Halloween Disc Golf Scramble on Oct. 19 and College Football Pick’ems all semester.
“I like being involved at Weber State and getting the opportunity to meet new peo-
ple,” junior Madelyn Federico said. The unique thing about intramural sports is that although they are semi-competitive, there are no expectations of skill when you join in. Intramural sports highly encourage inclusivity and diversity. People from various backgrounds are put together to break down social barriers and emphasize participation and cooperation.
Gage Warner climbing his crate tower, he reached 20 crates before falling off of this tower. Photo taken in Sept. 2022.
“I like being involved in things at Weber State and supporting things that the school does,” Federico said.
Intramural sports were first introduced to colleges in 1913 at Ohio State University and the University of Michigan.
Elmer Mitchell, a graduate student at the University of Michigan, was the first person to introduce intramural sports to a college setting. He introduced intramural sports to create a fun and healthy environment for students and faculty to compete against one
another.
Intramural sports expanded throughout the 20th century as physical education became more relevant. During this time, recreational departments became more prominent on college campuses.
As the popularity of recreational sports grew, more traditional leagues were being constructed. Competitions between different teams within the university would be held in popular sports like basketball and soccer.
Later in the 20th century, intramural sports
became more about inclusion as more diverse populations began attending university. The focus at this point was heavily on finding ways to increase student engagement.
In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, recreational departments searched for innovative ways to expand intramural sports. This was when they decided to include non-traditional sports, such as ultimate frisbee and, most recently, esports.
TOP LEFT: Kylee Hoffman climbing her crate tower while her fellow climbers watch on the sidelines. Photo taken in September 2022. TOP RIGHT: The Weber State Disc Golf course is a great activity on a sunny day. BOTTOM LEFT: Talus Carver uses a long stick to hand crates to the climbers as they climb. Photo taken in September 2022. BOTTOM RIGHT: Kylee Hoffman watching as El Rose gets prepared to climb her crate tower for the first time. Photo taken in September 2022.
COFFEE WITH THE CATS: TINKER’S CAT CAFÉ
Tinker’s Cat Café, located in downtown Salt Lake City, is home to just five employees, but is making a difference in the lives of cats. This LGBTQ-friendly cafe is home to shelter cats ready to be adopted.
Through a partnership with Salt Lake County Animal Services, these cats are moved to Tinker’s and are cared for by staff until they are prepared to be taken home by a loving person. Tinker’s has already helped 572 cats find a new home since its opening in 2017.
The cafe also offers unique classes for customers to learn something new alongside these kittens. These classes include Yoga and Cats, Cats and Paint, and Crochet and Cats.
The cafe’s drinks are inspired by cats with names such as Meow, Calico and Sphynx. You also have other options such as tea and frozen lemonade. One of the employees, Sage, recommends the Siamese for anyone stopping by for a drink.
Jack, another employee, said Tinker’s also has a partnership in City Cakes & Cafe, which brings fresh seasonal items such as sugar cookies, muffins and cakes. There are vegan and gluten-free options to fit your lifestyle.
An hour session with the cats costs $9 per person while a half-hour costs $6. Activities available include cat playtime with the toys provided, coloring or reading. Tinker’s also has a children’s hour for guests who do not have much experience around animals.
One of the cats currently up for adoption is Star, a white and gray cat who loves to be pet behind the ears. Another is Misha, a calico kitten who loves to sleep. The last is Cookie, a gray tabby male who loves to be with others and be social. You can adopt any of them directly at the cafe. To adopt, you must be 21, make a $50 deposit and sign two forms.
Tinker’s also works with local artists to make and sell art of the cats. One artist is Ariel Chu-Jon, who makes portraits of the cats and sells them in the shop. Chu-Jon said she gets 70% of the profits and the other 30% goes to the cats. Stickers, pins, cat ears and pens can also be found in the Cafe.
Employees Jack and Sage both agree the best part of the cafe is watching the cats being adopted. They feel good knowing they went to good homes.
Photos and Story by DELANEY HARRISON Reporter
A cat snuggling up with blankets and toys provided by Tinker’s Cat Café.
CAFÉ CON LOS GATOS: TINKER’S CAT CAFÉ
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NATHANAEL STOUT
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HARRISON
El café de gatos Tinker, ubicado en el centro de Salt Lake City, solo tiene cinco empleados, pero marca una diferencia para las vidas de los gatos. El café que es amigable con LGBTQ es el hogar de gatos del refugio que están listos para adoptarse.
A través de una colaboración con los servicios de animales del condado Salt Lake, estos gatos se mudan al café y son cuidados por los empleados hasta que son preparados para ser adoptados por una persona amable. Tinker ya ha ayudado a 572 gatos a encontrar un nuevo hogar desde su apertura en 2017.
El café también ofrece clases únicas para que los clientes aprendan algo
nuevo junto con estos gatitos. Estas clases incluyen yoga con gatos, gatos con pintura y ganchillo con gatos. Los bebidos del café son inspirados por gatos con nombres como Miau, Calicó y Esfinge. También hay otras opciones como el té y la limonada helada. Uno de los empleados, Sage, recomienda el siamés a cualquiera que venga para una bebida. Jack, otro empleado, dijo que Tinker también tiene una colaboración con el café City Cakes, el cual provee masas frescas estacionales como galletas de azúcar, muffins y pasteles. Hay opciones veganas y sin gluten también.
Una sesión de una hora con los gatos cuesta $9 por persona y una media hora cuesta $6. Las actividades incluyen jugar con los gatos con juguetes provistos, el coloreado o la lectura. El café también tiene una hora de niños para clientes que no tienen mucha experiencia con los animales. Uno de los gatos que actualmente está disponible para adoptar es Star,
un gato blanco y gris que a él le encanta la caricia detrás de las orejas, Otro es Misha, un gatito calicó que a él le encanta dormir. El final es Cookie, un atigrado gris masculino que a él le encanta estar con los otros y ser social. Se puede adoptar cualquiera de ellos directamente en el café. Para adoptar, hay que tener 21 años, pagar un depósito de $50 y firmar dos formularios.
Tinker también trabaja con los artistas locales para crear y vender arte de los gatos. Una artista es Ariel Chu-Jon, la cual hace retratos de los gatos y los vende en el café. Chu-Jon dijo que ella recibe 70% de los beneficios y el otro 30% va a los gatos. Las etiquetas, pines, orejas de gatos y bolígrafos también se encuentran en el café.
Los empleados Jack y Sage están de acuerdo que la mejor parte del café es mirar a los gatos cuando se adoptan. Se sienten buenos con el conocimiento de que fueron a buenos hogares.
An orange cat resting at Tinker’s Cat Café.
PREPARE FOR ELECTIONS: EDUCATIONAL EVENTS
MEN’S GOLF PLACES NINTH AT DOLENC INVITATIONAL
By COLLYN COWLES Editor
Weber State University’s men’s golf team began its 2024 fall season on Sept. 9 at the two-day Dolenc Invitational at Gateway National Golf Links in Madison, Illinois.
Gateway National is 6,964 yards and is a 54-hole course. After a slow start on the first day, the Wildcats bounced back with a strong second day to finish the Invitational at No. 9 of 16 universities.
The Wildcats struggled in the opening 18 holes, posting a 12-over-par 296 on the par-71 course, which left the team in 15th place. However, the Wildcats had an improved performance in the afternoon, shooting an 8-under-par 276, the fourth-best score of the round, moving the ‘Cats five spots up on the leaderboard.
Freshman Matthew Wilson led the way for Weber State in his collegiate debut. He opened with a 1-over-par 72 before shooting a 5-under-par 66 in the second round and a 1-under-par 70 to finish off the invite. Wilson’s three-round total of 208 leaves him at 5-under-par overall to finish sixth place.
Another debut for the Wildcats, sophomore transfer Bobby Kincaid IV finished 37th as an individual. Kincaid shot a 2-over-par 73 in the opening round but found his rhythm in the afternoon, firing a 4-under-par 67. On the last round, Kincaid shot a 6-over-par with a total of 4-over-par 217 at the invitational.
Sophomore Cormack Goecke showed consistency with back-toback opening rounds of 74, placing him in 56th place overall on the first day. On the second day, Goecke
shot a two-over-par 73 for a 221 total to finish in 54th.
Junior Ty Anderson, the only returning Wildcat from last season’s squad, had a tough start with an opening round 81. However, he bounced back in the afternoon with a 2-under-par 69, moving him up to 68th place. On the second day, Anderson shot a three-over-par 74 to finish with a total of 224 and in 66th place.
Freshman Luke Smith rounded out the lineup for Weber State, shooting rounds of 77 and 75 for a total of 152. Smith finished the first day in 79th place but shot an 11-over-par 82 on the second day to finish with 234 and finished the tournament in 91st place.
The Wildcats’ next invitational is on Sept. 21 at the Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational at the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.
Weber State Men’s Golfer, Brendan Thomas, getting prepared to make a swing.
By BRAYSON BROWN Assistant Editor
KEEPING UP WITH THE WILDCATS: WSU ALUMNI IN THE NFL
The 2024-25 NFL season weekend started out with a bang. Reigning Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs held onto the spotlight on opening night with Taylor Swift in attendance per usual. The Chiefs defeated the Baltimore Ravens 27–20. Kansas City’s defense forced an incomplete pass as time ran out to seal the victory for the home team. There were many controversial calls in the game as Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnola sprinted down the sideline to call a timeout in the second quarter. In the rulebook, only a head coach, captain or gameday captain can call a timeout.
Former Weber State wide receiver Rashid Shaheed continued things where he left off from last season. Shaheed is well known throughout the NFL as a deep ball specialist. Last season with the New Orleans Saints, Shaheed had 46 receptions for 719 yards and five touchdowns. Rasheed averaged 15.6 yards per catch, with his longest catch reaching 58 yards last year. With the new season, he started the scoring off by catching a 59-yard throw from quarterback Derek Carr to score the touchdown. Shaheed finished the day with three receptions for 73 yards and one touchdown as the Saints sang goodnight to the Panthers with a 47–10 thrashing.
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Taron Johnson of the Buffalo Bills, a former WSU cornerback, had a rude awakening to this 2024 season. Johnson suffered an injury in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals. The Bills were able to pull out a 34–28 victory. Taron is a standout corner, being known as one of the primary slot corners in the NFL. Last year, Johnson recorded 98 tackles, one sack, three forced fumbles and one fumble recovered. Johnson is ruled out for this week as the Bills prepare to take on division rival Miami Dolphins on Thursday Night Football.
Former WSU defensive end Jonah Williams, who was previously with the Los Angeles Rams, is now a member of the Minnesota Vikings. Jonah has not seen any snaps yet but is eager to put his name on the map.
Former WSU offensive lineman Iosua Opeta, a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, was placed on the injured reserve list after he tore his ACL.
We are excited and proud of our Wildcats for putting the school’s name on the map. We wish them the best of luck in this upcoming season and go Wildcats!
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