The Ubyssey and the Thunderbird Athletic Council takes a look at the best players of the year from (almost) all of the UBC's 25 varsity from the past season. How many of the player of the year awards do you agree with?
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The UBC men’s volleyball team needed a win this weekend to raise their chances of clinching a playoff spot.
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