The Ear-opener Ep 9: Ryettes, Lady Rams and Ryerson’s History of Sexist Sports Names

By Michael D’Alimonte and Eyeopener Staff

The Eyeopener’s annual Sports Issue launches this week, and this year is all about throwbacks. Ryerson has a rich sports history, but in our episode this week, host Michael D’Alimonte speaks with writer Maggie Macintosh on the not-so-great history of the women’s sports team names. The names”Ryettes” and “Ewes” don’t exactly strike fear in the hearts of your opponents.

The Ear-opener airs first on CJRU 1280 AM in Toronto.