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U of S bolsters national roster

A group of current and former University of Saskatchewan women are proving their gridiron grit.

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CIS president skeptical of countrywide “tiered-league” proposal

The winds of change are blowing around Canadian Interuniversity Sport. David Grossman of Sportsnet 590, a Canadian radio show, hosted CIS President Leo MacPherson Dec. 16 to discuss a December meeting of university presidents.

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Laval hoists Vanier in rematch with McMaster

A record crowd more than 37,000 strong saw the Laval Rouge et Or exact Vanier Cup revenge over the McMaster Marauders Nov. 23 at the Rogers Centre in Toronto.

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Huskies rammed out of playoffs

The University of Saskatchewan Huskies football team lost out of playoffs in the conference semifinal round for the third consecutive year. The squad struggled to get any sort of offensive momentum in the road game, and as a result lost 31-9 against Regina Rams in a snowy Mosaic Stadium Nov. 2.

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Dog Watch: Richard Zacharias

Richard Zacharias only in his first year with the University of Saskatchewan Huskies football team but after one season as middle linebacker Richard Zacharias has already shown his aggressive domination on the field.

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Football: Dogs set for playoffs after big win against BC

The Huskies football squad finished their regular season with an explosive offensive charge fueled by the return of quarterback Drew Burko. The Dogs made light work of the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds, winning 52-24 in Griffiths Stadium Oct. 26.

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Football: Huskies clinch playoff berth

The Saskatchewan Huskies moved to 4-3 on the season and clinched their 12th consecutive playoff berth with a 27-10 win over the Alberta Golden Bears Oct. 20 at Foote Field in Edmonton.

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Football: Huskies steal win from Bisons

An offensive explosion led by two first-year Huskies earned the Dogs 28 points in the fourth quarter against the Manitoba Bisons Oct. 12 at Griffiths Stadium. The Dogs were down 29-16 entering the final frame, but the surge of points completed their 44-39 come-from-behind win.

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Dog Watch: Kit Hillis

Huskies wide receiver Kit Hillis only made five receptions for 66 yards in four games last season. This year he is the top receiver in the Canada West conference.

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Bye week prepares Huskies for playoff push

After the Calgary Dinos stomped the Huskies 45-4 in week five football action, all Canada West teams had a bye over the Thanksgiving long weekend.

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