As the country’s top teams prepare to battle for a national title, one thing is certain: March 13 to 15 will be a defining weekend at the University of Windsor — one filled with pride, passion and unforgettable volleyball. (GRAPHIC/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
By John-Paul Bonadonna
Canada’s top varsity men’s volleyball teams will bump, set and spike their way to Windsor.
From March 13 through 15, the University of Windsor’s Toldo Lancer Centre will become the epicentre of Canadian university volleyball. The nation’s top programs, elite student-athletes and passionate fans will converge in what is sure to be a landmark event as UWindsor hosts their first-ever varsity men’s volleyball national championship.
— Published on Feb 23rd, 2026
Anthony Ivanovski (7) is the middle blocker for the Windsor Lancers men’s volleyball team. (PHOTO BY WINDSOR LANCERS/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
By John-Paul Bonadonna
Anthony Ivanovski’s next steps were in place.
The middle blocker for the men’s volleyball Windsor Lancers would see his varsity volleyball career end after his fourth year and the nursing student would smoothly transition into the workforce.
Then everything changed.
— Published on Feb 19th, 2026
With championship aspirations on the line, fans are encouraged to pack the stands and create a true home-field advantage as the Lancers aim to advance deep into the postseason. (PHOTO BY MICHAEL P. HALL/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
The postseason has arrived, and the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) playoffs are officially underway for the Windsor Lancers.
With multiple teams competing for provincial championships starting this week, the Lancers are calling on fans to rally behind the blue and gold to “Protect Our House.”
The Toldo Lancer Centre and Capri Pizzeria Recreation Complex will serve as key battlegrounds for Windsor’s home contests.
— Published on Feb 18th, 2026
Gustavo Siqueira made the journey from Brazil to Canada, specifically to the University of Windsor, in the midst of the COVID-19 global pandemic. (PHOTO COURTESY OF EDWIN TAM/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
For Gustavo Siqueira, the 2026 U SPORTS BioSteel Men's Volleyball Championship will offer the chance for a perfect ending to an extraordinary journey — one that began in São Paulo, crossed oceans and could finish on the hardwood in Windsor.
— Published on Feb 19th, 2026
The Windsor Lancers invite you to join the team and volunteer in support of this landmark event that will elevate both our campus and community. (PHOTO SUBMITTED BY WINDSOR LANCERS/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
Rise to the moment and be part of a national showcase by volunteering at the 2026 U SPORTS BioSteel Men's Volleyball Championship, hosted March 10 to 15 at the University of Windsor’s Toldo Lancer Centre.
Canada’s top programs, elite student-athletes and passionate fans will converge in Windsor for a landmark event that will elevate both our campus and community.
You’re invited to become part of the team behind the championship and help deliver an unforgettable national event in Windsor.
— Published on Feb 17th, 2026
Lancers Cheer will compete nationally against Brock University and Wilfrid Laurier University. Left photo features story author and team member Molly Vaillancourt. (PHOTOS BY EDWIN TAM/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
By Molly Vaillancourt
(Editor’s Note: The following story is a student submission from UWindsor student and aspiring journalist Molly Vaillancourt. The Office of Public Affairs and Communications (PAC), in partnership with the Division of Student Affairs welcomes student submissions. Have a story to tell? Email pac@uwindsor.ca)
For the first time in over a decade, the University of Windsor Lancers cheerleading team is returning to the national stage.
— Published on Feb 3rd, 2026
This Saturday, the Windsor Lancers are hosting their 19th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness campaign to raise funds for cancer research.
As part of U SPORTS's Shoot for the Cure initiative, money raised will support leading-edge cancer research, help offer vital community-based support services for people living with cancer and their families and advocate for healthy public policies.
The community is encouraged to attend and support this important cause at the following Breast Cancer Awareness Lancers games this weekend:
— Published on Jan 20th, 2026
March’s U SPORTS Men’s Volleyball National Championship is expected to draw fans, alumni and volleyball supporters from across Canada, further cementing Windsor’s reputation as a premier host for high-profile university sport events. (UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
A high-energy weekend of Windsor Lancers volleyball at the Toldo Lancer Centre is set to build on the excitement of the upcoming
— Published on Jan 14th, 2026
Darian Koskie drives the ball past their opponents, after Markus Law-Heese delivers the perfect set for the score. (JUSTIN HAN/University of Windsor).
By Sara Meikle
The 2025 season was a year of firsts, milestones and unforgettable moments for UWindsor Athletics.
From men’s volleyball claiming a historic U SPORTS tournament win to football hosting its first home semifinal in 35 years, the Lancers left their mark on every field, court and track.
Record-breaking performances, standout achievements and memorable family legacies were underscored by strong showings in academics and leadership.
— Published on Jan 15th, 2026
Tickets are now available for Lancers night at Little Caesars Arena. Note pricing is in USD. (DETROIT PISTONS/University of Windsor)
The energy, the rivalry, the roar of two countries — it’s all coming back March 31, 2026.
The Lancers are heading across the border once again for Detroit Pistons College Night, a high-energy partnership that puts the University of Windsor in the spotlight at Little Caesars Arena.
The Pistons will face off against the Toronto Raptors in a cross-border showdown that blends NBA action with unforgettable campus pride and community spirit.
Students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to come out, cheer loud and represent the blue and gold at this special event.
— Published on Dec 12th, 2025
As the country’s top teams prepare to battle for a national title, one thing is certain: March 13 to 15 will be a defining weekend at the University of Windsor — one filled with pride, passion and unforgettable volleyball. (GRAPHIC/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
