Athletics

The Nipissing University Lakers men’s and women’s soccer teams had a tough weekend despite some strong play, coming out on the losing end on both days.

The Nipissing Lakers men’s hockey team capped off a perfect 4-0 preseason record last weekend to head into the regular season with a bit of a swagger.

The Nipissing Lakers hockey team started the 2011 pre-season with two wins on home ice. Friday night, the Lakers defeated the Carleton Ravens 4-3 in the annual Real Men Wear Pink Game in front of 2,636 fans. On Sunday, the Lakers tamed the York Lions 7-2 at Memorial Gardens.