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Sports Scope

The SportsCage's Benny Walchuk shares his views on sports in Saskatchewan, Canada and around the globe. 

SPORTS SCOPE: crucial role of special teams in Canadian football

SPORTS SCOPE: crucial role of special teams in Canadian football

In Canadian football, special teams often fly under the radar—but they’re crucial to winning games.
SPORTS SCOPE: rethinking technology in sports officiating

SPORTS SCOPE: rethinking technology in sports officiating

Technology in sports is nothing new. Instant replay, goal-line systems, and sensor-based tools have become common across many leagues.
SPORTS SCOPE: Florida Panthers enter dynasty territory with second straight cup

SPORTS SCOPE: Florida Panthers enter dynasty territory with second straight cup

The Florida Panthers have done it again — winning the Stanley Cup for the second consecutive year and proving beyond doubt that they are the NHL’s latest powerhouse.
SPORTS SCOPE: the Toronto Maple Leafs must face reality with Mitch Marner

SPORTS SCOPE: the Toronto Maple Leafs must face reality with Mitch Marner

Another early playoff exit. Another year of unmet expectations. And once again, the Toronto Maple Leafs are at a crossroads — with Mitch Marner at the centre of it.
SPORTS SCOPE: from the sidelines to the hall of fame for Frank McCrystal

SPORTS SCOPE: from the sidelines to the hall of fame for Frank McCrystal

Frank McCrystal’s induction into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2025, in the Builder category, is a fitting tribute to a lifetime of leadership, vision, and impact on Canadian football.
SPORTS SCOPE: from Saskatchewan roots to the big stage

SPORTS SCOPE: from Saskatchewan roots to the big stage

In a league dominated by NCAA standouts and U Sports stars, Logan Ferland’s path to CFL All-Star status stands out—not just for its rarity, but for what it represents.
SPORTS SCOPE: Canada’s shot at U.S. Open glory

SPORTS SCOPE: Canada’s shot at U.S. Open glory

Golf fans in Canada have waited decades for this. If a Canadian golfer breaks through to win the 2025 U.S. Open at Oakmont, it would be more than a personal victory—it would be a national milestone.
SPORTS SCOPE: the value of being a multi-sport athlete in youth sports

SPORTS SCOPE: the value of being a multi-sport athlete in youth sports

As youth sports become more specialized, it's important to remember the benefits of playing multiple sports. Multi-sport athletes develop better physically, mentally, and emotionally, and often enjoy longer, healthier athletic careers.
SPORTS SCOPE: why the Western Canadian Baseball League matters on & off the diamond

SPORTS SCOPE: why the Western Canadian Baseball League matters on & off the diamond

The Western Canadian Baseball League holds a unique and valuable place in Canada’s sports scene, serving as more than just a summer league.
SPORTS SCOPE: class of 2025 a true reflection of Saskatchewan’s hockey spirit

SPORTS SCOPE: class of 2025 a true reflection of Saskatchewan’s hockey spirit

The Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025 is more than a roll call — it’s a celebration of the province’s passion for the game and the people who’ve shaped it.