Memorial Sea-Hawks
The Memorial Sea-Hawks are the athletic teams that represent Memorial University of Newfoundland in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. There are varsity teams in men's and women's basketball, cross-country, soccer, swimming, and volleyball which compete in U Sports. Curling, track and field and wrestling are also available as club sports.
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| University | Memorial University of Newfoundland |
| U Sports | Atlantic University Sport |
| Athletic director | Karen Murphy |
| Location | St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Varsity teams | 24 varsity teams |
| Football stadium | King George V Park |
| Basketball arena | Memorial Fieldhouse |
| Mascot | Sammy |
| Nickname | Sea-Hawks |
| Colours | Claret and White |
| Website | www |
The University's teams were originally named the Beothuks, after the original inhabitants of Newfoundland, but was changed in 1990 when that name was deemed inappropriate.[1]
References
- "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2006-12-14. Retrieved 2006-09-13.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
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