Author Archives: Craig Silliphant

Third Avenue United Church has held its final service and decided to close its doors amid dwindling popularity. One last service was held on Sunday, ending its 113-year run as a place a worship in Sas...

"Jesus, I'm ready to go home. I'm ready to go."Those were the thoughts running through Casadi Schroeder's mind as she believed her death was imminent as a bear, with its jaw around her leg, began to r...

Everyone's lived through those moments when you just can't believe your eyes. The first time gas went above a dollar. When dollar-a-slice pizza became two-dollar-a-slice pizza. Then there's Carlton Be...

Late Humboldt Broncos coach Darcy Haugan had what he called a "Core Covenant" for his players to see at Elgar Peterson Arena. One of the points was to always give more than you take. Another was to tr...

Money is power. It's a saying that applies in government, business and yes - professional sport. When Mike Babcock was given a long-term contract that paid more than $6 million per season, it changed ...

One of Saskatoon's most anticipated projects is moving closer to becoming a reality. Construction crews and equipment have made their way to Diefenbaker Park to begin construction of Optimist Hill. Wo...

It's no secret. The question marks for the Saskatchewan Roughriders are along the offensive line in 2018. First year left tackle Terran Vaughn replaces the talented Bruce Campbell. At right guard, Jar...

Earlier this week, I was lucky enough to have a visit with former Rider player personnel director Craig Smith, who was quick to point out the pluses in Bombers quarterback Chris Streveler's game from ...

My viewing trends for the World Cup are similar to that of the Olympic Games. I don't PVR track and field, luge or figure skating events, but when it comes to the Olympics, I'm there. I can say the sa...

The assembled media gathered around Chris Jones Monday, hoping to learn who the starting quarterback would be for Saskatchewan's season opener against Toronto. He didn't tell them. One gets the feelin...