The fall of the Soviet Union marked an emphasis on individualism in Russian society that had not been there previously. While this was undoubtedly a positive development, it hasn’t produced the best results for the country in terms of hockey.
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Canadian men’s hockey team wins 14th gold of the Vancouver Olympics
If drinking on a Sunday is considered a faux pas amongst certain circles, exceptions will have been made on Sunday Feb. 28 as Canada and the United States battled for the coveted Olympic gold in men’s hockey in Vancouver.
Canadian women win hockey gold
Our lady Canucks guzzled a few Molson Canadian, sipped on champagne and ”” gasp! ”” smoked cigars following the championship win. For this minor indiscretion the team has been excoriated in American news outlets but they don’t have to apologize for their celebration.
Women’s hockey shouldn’t be lost in the shuffle
Despite the focus on the men’s hockey teams at the Vancouver Olympics, the women’s teams are full of world-class players who should not be ignored amid the chaos and excitement.
U of S men’s hockey team suffers setback against Alberta rival
Out of all the coaches at the University of Saskatchewan, men’s hockey coach Dave Adolph has never shied away from a colourful quote or an honest diatribe.
From locked away to the power play
Mike Danton, a former NHL player, currently on parole after a five and a half year stint in prison, is looking to get back into the game of hockey, and he could be lacing up soon for the University of Saint Mary’s Huskies in Halifax.
Latvian and Austrian teams take in rural Saskatchewan
Being a tight-knit, rural hockey-oriented community, Unity welcomed the Latvian and Austrian teams with open arms. “They weren’t sure what they were getting into,” said Unity resident Rick Hill, who organized the small town hockey experience for the teams.
Canada’s gold streak cut short
Team Canada and the nation they play for became engulfed in silent disbelief after a championship streak lasting half a decade came to a screeching halt in Saskatoon at the International Ice Hockey Federation World Under 20 Championship on Jan. 5.
Canada crushes the Swiss at World Juniors
The Canadians put the high flying Swiss team in their place by a score of 6-1 on Jan. 3 in the semi-finals of the IIHF U20 tournament.
Time no comrade to Russians against Switzerland
Russia vs. Switzerland, U.S.A. vs. Finland, and other updates.
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University of Saskatchewan Faculty Association responds to report that says U of S professors amongst highest paid in Canada
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Gordon Oakes-Red Bear Student Centre plan unveiled: architect Douglas Cardinal weaves features of traditional Indigenous lodges into modern design
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UPDATED: Ben Heenan drafted first overall by Roughriders
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Confrontation between police and protestors outside Quebec Liberal Party meeting turns violent
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Forty playwrights set to compete for spot at Fringe: 24-hour Playwriting Competition takes place May 25 and 26
