Jacob and I are out of here Friday morning, making our annual trek to London, Ontario. His grandma was moved out of the hospital into a nursing home this week. Hopefully that's not a long-term arrangement, but it will have to do for the time being. Knowing my mom, she's already trying to figure out a way to whip up some perogies while she's "interred". Not the ideal visiting conditions, but we'll make the best of it. And there are plenty of relatives and friends to visit as well.
Unfortunately, we'll miss the Riders next home game July 8th. Burris Bowl II. The reunion of the 1966 Grey Cup champs. I wish we could be there - watching it on CBC (Mark Lee and Chris Walby- ugh) just won't be the same. Not even comparable. Hopefully Mosaic Stadium will be full for that one - pack the park, people!
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
SportZone lineup for June 26th
Here's the lineup for this week's show, airing Wednesday at 6pm and Thursday at 3pm on Access channel 7. We are now into our summer slowdown schedule (nice alliteration), meaning we'll be taping one show every two weeks during July and August - so the next new episode will be taped July 10th.
SportZone Guests for June 26/06
Community Co-Host – Corey Matthews
1. SportZone bids farewell to the outgoing Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Soccer Association, who is leaving for B.C. Guest: Bjorn Osieck (Executive Director, BC Soccer Association).
2. An update on goings-on with the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, including rule changes for the 2006/07 season. Guest: Laury Ryan (SJHL President).
3. A recap of the 2006 NHL draft, and look ahead to the 06/07 Regina Pats season. Guest: Logan Pyett (Pats defenceman).
4. A look ahead to the 2006 training camp for the Regina Thunder junior football club. Guest: Craig Zimmer (Assistant Coach).
5. A farewell to the outgoing Head Coach of the U of R women’s basketball team. Guest: Jeff Speedy (Head Coach, UNB Varsity Reds).
6. A recap of the Prairie Fire rugby team’s first contest of the Super League season this weekend. Guests: Jon Benson & Rob Wright (Players).
SportZone Guests for June 26/06
Community Co-Host – Corey Matthews
1. SportZone bids farewell to the outgoing Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Soccer Association, who is leaving for B.C. Guest: Bjorn Osieck (Executive Director, BC Soccer Association).
2. An update on goings-on with the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, including rule changes for the 2006/07 season. Guest: Laury Ryan (SJHL President).
3. A recap of the 2006 NHL draft, and look ahead to the 06/07 Regina Pats season. Guest: Logan Pyett (Pats defenceman).
4. A look ahead to the 2006 training camp for the Regina Thunder junior football club. Guest: Craig Zimmer (Assistant Coach).
5. A farewell to the outgoing Head Coach of the U of R women’s basketball team. Guest: Jeff Speedy (Head Coach, UNB Varsity Reds).
6. A recap of the Prairie Fire rugby team’s first contest of the Super League season this weekend. Guests: Jon Benson & Rob Wright (Players).
Monday, June 26, 2006
From worst to first
It may not have been a masterpiece, but the Saskatchewan Roughriders moved into a four-way tie for top spot in the CFL's Western Conference with a 32-24 victory over the B.C. Lions Sunday evening.
The Riders offense looked..........well, offensive for the better part of three quarters before rallying in the fourth. Jamel Richardson notched his second touchdown reception of the young season, on an impressive catch-and-run combination with Kerry Joseph. Joseph looked shaky in the first half, but seemed to find his "Rider legs" after the intermission. Let's hope that's a trend that continues. Thumbs-up to the defence for a much better effort this week against the Leos. Again, hopefully a trend that continues.
Now, what was with the lousy game-day presentation? Live microphones cutting in and out (although in one case, that may have been a blessing), and a one-year old video screen that had some serious pixel issues. And only 21,000 fans in attendance? That's pretty weak, for the home opener on a beautiful summer evening. Still, thanks to the late-game heroics of the home side, those fans who showed up left feeling thoroughly entertained. Including young Jacob, who swears he's the Riders good-luck charm. Who am I to argue?
Speaking of the progeny, the White Sox bowed out of the North Regina Little League playoffs Sunday afternoon, losing an extra-inning heartbreaker to the Stars. Congrats to Jacob and all the kids, who played their little hearts out in the postseason. It's enough to make a parent/coach pretty darn proud.
The Riders offense looked..........well, offensive for the better part of three quarters before rallying in the fourth. Jamel Richardson notched his second touchdown reception of the young season, on an impressive catch-and-run combination with Kerry Joseph. Joseph looked shaky in the first half, but seemed to find his "Rider legs" after the intermission. Let's hope that's a trend that continues. Thumbs-up to the defence for a much better effort this week against the Leos. Again, hopefully a trend that continues.
Now, what was with the lousy game-day presentation? Live microphones cutting in and out (although in one case, that may have been a blessing), and a one-year old video screen that had some serious pixel issues. And only 21,000 fans in attendance? That's pretty weak, for the home opener on a beautiful summer evening. Still, thanks to the late-game heroics of the home side, those fans who showed up left feeling thoroughly entertained. Including young Jacob, who swears he's the Riders good-luck charm. Who am I to argue?
Speaking of the progeny, the White Sox bowed out of the North Regina Little League playoffs Sunday afternoon, losing an extra-inning heartbreaker to the Stars. Congrats to Jacob and all the kids, who played their little hearts out in the postseason. It's enough to make a parent/coach pretty darn proud.
Sunday, June 25, 2006
Home opener today
Rather than unbridled optimism, I'd say fans are treating today's home opener for the Saskatchewan Roughriders with a wait-and-see attitude. After getting taken apart by B.C. in the season-opener last week, the paying patrons are anxious to see if the green gang can bounce back on home turf. If so, all will be right with the world. But, if Dave Dickenson puts in another Player of the Week performance, some tough questions will be asked.
Should be a good crowd today. I believe the tv blackout won't be lifted, so Rod and Carm will have a big audience on CKRM as well. Here's hoping the Riders give us all something worth watching/listening to.
Should be a good crowd today. I believe the tv blackout won't be lifted, so Rod and Carm will have a big audience on CKRM as well. Here's hoping the Riders give us all something worth watching/listening to.
Saturday, June 24, 2006
Where did that come from?
Just when you think you know a team. Jacob's team, The Senior Rookie White Sox lost their first game of the double knockout playoffs earlier this week. So, we assumed the post-season would be a short one, based on the team's inability to string any hits together since the first two games of the year.
So, sure enough, the kids cranked it up today - winning two games, including a 14-8 shocker in the nitecap. The Jakester turned in a 4 for 4 performance at the plate! It was awesome I tell ya!
So, now we're back at it at noon tomorrow. If we manage another win, we play again at 4:30. The Riders and BC Lions kick off at 5pm. This could get interesting. Anyone need tickets for the football game?
So, sure enough, the kids cranked it up today - winning two games, including a 14-8 shocker in the nitecap. The Jakester turned in a 4 for 4 performance at the plate! It was awesome I tell ya!
So, now we're back at it at noon tomorrow. If we manage another win, we play again at 4:30. The Riders and BC Lions kick off at 5pm. This could get interesting. Anyone need tickets for the football game?
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