Tag Archives: sports
UM-Flint Hockey Teams Join to Help Young Cancer Patient
The UM-Flint men's hockey team joined with the UM-Flint women's hockey team to put together a benefit fundraiser, "Believing In Bella," at the Crystal Fieldhouse Ice Arena in Burton. Proceeds went to 3-year-old Isabella Ward who has Retinoblastoma, a rare cancer of the eye.
UM-Flint Professor of Physical Therapy Partners with Area High Schools on Concussion Research and Awareness
University of Michigan-Flint assistant professor of physical therapy Bara Alsalaheen, PhD is spearheading concussion research in the area. So far, Alsalaheen and his team have worked with four area high schools but he hopes to extend the network of participants in upcoming years.
UM-Flint to Examine History of "Baseball Fever" in Michigan
The Detroit Tigers' home opener is just weeks away (March 31). Thousands will brave the cold (snow is possible) to watch our national pastime. Ever wonder how baseball became so popular? Did you know Michigan played a key role in expanding its popularity? The man who wrote the book on local baseball history is coming to the UM-Flint Friday, March 14 to answer these questions and others.
Flint Hockey Rivals UM-Flint and Kettering Battle for "The Carburetor Cup"
In what could be the start of a new tradition, the UM-Flint Hockey Club takes on neighboring Kettering University in the first annual battle for "The Carburetor Cup" (Nov. 2). A portion of gate fees will go to the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint.