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Rob Vanstone: A cherished conversation with “a great guy” — Jim Hopson
It is not in Jim Hopson’s nature to lament: Why me?
“Why not me?” he countered on Monday from his home near Last Mountain Lake.
We talked for nearly an hour and shared more laughs, more stories, ...
Rob Vanstone: A window into Hour 1 of CFL free agency
For the Saskatchewan Roughriders, the CFL’s free-agent negotiating window opened in a windowless room.
Mosaic Stadium’s war room, as it is known, is the nerve centre when the Roughriders’ primary ...
How’s that for a fluke, Luke? A chance connection between McGeough and Getzlaf
SASKATOON — Small world, that hockey universe.
On April 5, 2008, Mick McGeough worked his last of 1,083 regular-season games as a National Hockey League referee.
His farewell to the big leagues ...
Solving the Hitchcock mystery: Who wore No. 88 in the Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic?
SASKATOON — Shawn Hitchcock savoured his involvement in an action-packed, auction-packed hockey game.
On Saturday, he played for the victorious Team Lauther in the second annual Roughrider ...
Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic: Galloway saves the day for Team Lauther
SASKATOON — Anaheim Ducks legend Ryan Getzlaf, who has deked out many a goaltender, can also pull off a convincing fake away from the ice.
“We’re devastated right now,” the owner of 1,019 NHL ...
Robservations: Appreciating the Getzlafs and the passing game … please buy my book! … and the CFL’s Taylor-Swift connection
Between them, the Getzlaf brothers — Ryan and Chris — were capable of expertly setting up teammates and opponents.
Ryan Getzlaf demonstrated an uncanny ability to pass the puck over the 17 NHL ...
The hands of time: Reflective Fantuz excited about Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic
Andy Fantuz is thinking outside the box.
“I got skates for Christmas two years ago,” he told Riderville.com on Thursday. “I just took them out of the box this week.”
Just in time for the 2024 ...
Bane’s gains rewarded with new contract
Shawn Bane Jr. is returning to the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Actually, he never left.
On Thursday, the CFL team announced that the 28-year-old receiver — who had been eligible to test free agency ...
Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic 2024 Roster Set
The final countdown is on to the Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic presented by BASF Canadian Agriculture Solutions! Puck drop takes place at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon at ...
Riders Keep Star Receiver Shawn Bane Jr. In Green Through 2025
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American receiver Shawn Bane Jr. to a two-year contract extension.
Bane Jr. (5’9-178) enjoyed a breakout season for the Roughriders in 2023, writing ...
Roughrider Foundation hockey game: Getzlaf gets laughs with Classic quip
The Roughrider Foundation Winter Classic started off on the right foot, outcome-wise, from the perspective of a key organizer.
Saskatchewan Roughriders placekicker Brett Lauther, whose idea was ...
Riders Are “rolan” Through 2025
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed Rolan Milligan to a one-year contract extension.
Milligan Jr. (5’11-200lbs), who was already signed through the 2024, adds one more year to his deal ...
“They made it easy to sign”: Lokombo remains with Riders
Knowing what’s in store for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, Nelson Lokombo decided against shopping around.
The 24-year-old defensive back, who was eligible to test the CFL’s free-agent market in ...
Riders Sign Auburn Linebacker Zakoby Mcclain
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American linebacker Zakoby McClain.
McClain (6’0-220) signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent after the 2022 NFL Draft after an ...
Anthony Lanier Ii Back For More Sacks With The Riders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American defensive lineman Anthony Lanier II to a one-year contract extension.
Lanier II (6’6-285) returns for 2024 after suiting up for 14 games last ...
Riders Add Sooners Standout Defensive Back C.j. Coldon
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed American defensive back C.J. Coldon.
Coldon (5’10-186) signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent after the 2023 NFL Draft and spent a ...
RIDERS’ FORMER 2nd OVERALL SELECTION LOKOMBO INKS EXTENSION
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have signed National defensive back Nelson Lokombo to a one-year contract extension.
Lokombo (5’11-190) was selected by the Roughriders in the first round, second ...
Roughriders appreciate Lipp’s service
John Lipp, who was a basketball referee for 35 years, has been called for travelling.
Lipp and his wife, Margaret, will soon join another couple and embark on a three-month trip to Europe. That ...
Robservations: Austin city limits … Brett Lauther meets Travis Kelce … the flyin’ Lion … and thank you, Huf!
Robokicker is now Roboclicker.
Dave Ridgway simply had to take a photo — which he thoughtfully sent to me — after passing a sign on a highway in Indiana.
OK, the accompanying photo gave it away ...
Blake and Mace are back in the same place
The Saskatchewan Roughriders’ recently appointed field boss is hardly a new coach from the perspective of Philip Blake.
Blake and Corey Mace both helped the Toronto Argonauts win a Grey Cup ...
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