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2013 West Division semi-final flashback: “Thank you, Darian Durant”

November 10, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
When asked to revisit the CFL’s 2013 West Division semi-final, former Saskatchewan Roughriders safety Tyron Brackenridge offered a succinct response.  “Thank you, Darian Durant.”  As much as ...

Rob Vanstone: Remembering the “Little Miracle” of 60 years ago

November 9, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
George Reed’s game-winning touchdown run led to another carry on Nov. 11, 1963 — 60 years ago on Saturday.  Jubilant Saskatchewan Roughriders fans lifted the rookie fullback on to their shoulders ...

2024 Roughriders Season Tickets Available Now

November 8, 2023 | Staff
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are excited to announce that season tickets for the 2024 season are now available for purchase! Additionally, renewals for season tickets and the MVP plan are also ...

Fitting finale for Weyburn Eagles’ Darren Abel

November 8, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Darren Abel could not have scripted his final game as a high school coach any better.  Abel, a football consultant on the Weyburn Eagles’ coaching staff, is preparing for Saturday’s Saskatchewan ...

Rob Vanstone: Roughriders created pro football’s 16-win curse — one the Argos hope to erase

November 7, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
“Sweet 16” has yet to apply to the world of professional football.  The first two NFL or CFL teams to win 16 games in a regular season surprisingly fell short of winning a championship, despite ...

Older shoulder pads are Picton’s preference

November 6, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Here is a padded stat: One piece of football equipment has been close to Mitch Picton for the better part of a decade.  A pair of shoulder pads, first worn by Picton early in his accomplished ...

Remembering the wonderful Sue Linnen and the inspiring life she led

November 5, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Touchdown for Dreams and Touchdown Atlantic intersected on July 28 in Halifax.  After the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ walk-through at Saint Mary’s University’s Huskies Field, the players flocked ...

Robservations: “Halloween Candy” has new meaning … big campaign for Bane … Jeremy O’Day trivia … and please buy my book!

November 4, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
It takes a fertile imagination to dress up as someone who lacks imagination.  With the intent of impersonating a sartorially challenged colleague, Karina Peterson concocted a Halloween costume ...

Roughrider Foundation 50/50 Presented By Isc To Give $1.2 Million Back To Youth Across The Province

November 3, 2023 | Staff
The Saskatchewan Roughrider Foundation is proud to support amateur football across the province through our Foundation 50/50 presented by Information Services Corporation (ISC). Rider Nation had ...

The Aussie rules! Adam Korsak makes history in first season with Roughriders

November 3, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Until Adam Korsak arrived last spring, the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ lineup had never included an alumnus of Rutgers University.  Dating back to 1910 and the inception of the Regina Rugby Club, ...

Larry Dean’s comeback includes return to All-Star status

November 2, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Another chapter has been added to a remarkable CFL comeback story.  Larry Dean, who missed the entire 2021 season after suffering a torn Achilles’ tendon in a pre-training-camp workout, is an ...

Adam Korsak | November 2nd

November 2, 2023 | Staff
“I think we can be the best special teams unit in the country and I think that’s the expectation.”

Larry Dean | November 2nd

November 2, 2023 | Staff
“It’s kind of bittersweet, but at the same time, I know that, it’s a blessing, first and foremost.”

Alford, Dean, Korsak Named West Division All-stars

November 2, 2023 | Staff
The Saskatchewan Roughriders are pleased to announce three Roughriders have been named West Division CFL All-Stars: special teamer Mario Alford, middle linebacker Larry Dean and punter Adam ...

Roughriders games are “a family event” for 13th Fan Award winner Keith Pratt

November 1, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Growing up on Muscowpetung First Nation, Keith Pratt dreamed of becoming a regular attendee at Saskatchewan Roughriders home games.  He has accomplished that goal — with a flourish.  Pratt, 66, ...

Six Saskatoon sacks set standard: Riece Kack helps Hilltops reach CJFL final

October 31, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Riece Kack is still wrapping his arms around the notion of wrapping his arms around the opposing quarterback six times in one game.  But that is exactly what he did on Sunday, registering six ...

Green and White highlights: The best of 2023

October 30, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
With the CFL’s 2023 regular season officially in the books, here is a look at 10 noteworthy achievements by members of the Saskatchewan Roughriders:    EMILUS EMERGES  Samuel Emilus finished the ...

Laing helps Huskies finish regular season with a bang

October 29, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Even at 5-foot-7 and 174 pounds, Ethan Laing was impossible to miss at Mosaic Stadium on Saturday.  Laing registered two sacks, three tackles for a loss, one interception, five solo tackles and ...

Robservations: Remembering John Robertson and “Rider Pride Day”

October 28, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
Today, we have tailored (Taylored?) the name of this column in order that we may proudly bring you Robbieservations.  These words are dedicated to the memory of a Canadian sports writing legend, ...

Remarkable recovery by Reavis — a strong-side standout in 2023

October 27, 2023 | Rob Vanstone
On Sunday, a full year will have elapsed since C.J. Reavis suffered a ruptured left Achilles’ tendon in the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ 2022 season finale.  Now, with the 2023 campaign having just ...
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