The University of Saskatchewan men’s and women’s hockey teams secured successful starts to their 2026-27 Canada West seasons this past weekend. Both squads earned two wins each in series played against the Calgary Dinos, establishing early momentum for the Huskies programs through both home and road performances.

Men's hockey results

The men's team demonstrated resilience during their series against the Dinos. After trailing 3-1 in the third period of their Friday night opener, the Huskies rallied with goals from Keaton Sorensen, Carter Stebbings, and Landon Kosoir to secure a 4-3 win.

In the following game, the team recorded its first shutout of the season. Key highlights included:

  • Jaydon Dureau and Liam Keeler provided the scoring.
  • Bryan Thomson recorded 20 saves in net.
  • The victory solidified a 2-0 start for the defending champions.

How did the women's team perform?

The Huskies women's hockey team also achieved a road sweep against Calgary, winning their first game via a 3-2 shootout. They followed that performance with a 3-2 victory in Saturday's rematch.

Head coach Steve Kook noted that the team showed significant improvement between the two contests. He observed that while Friday was "all over the place," the squad "dialled it in pretty good" for the second game. The team, which was ranked fifth in the preseason coaches poll, is looking to build on this maturity following a period of roster transition.

Program context and transitions

The women's program is working to move past a period of significant rebuilding. Following a national championship hosting a few years ago, the Huskies graduated 13 players in a single season due to pandemic-related eligibility changes. This left a sizeable experience gap that the coaching staff has been working to fill with maturing players.

Similarly, the men's program is managing a busy schedule. After their opening success, the defending Canada West men’s hockey champions will face a lengthy stretch of road games, including a trip to Winnipeg to face the Manitoba Bisons.

FAQ

Who is the next opponent for the men's team?

The men's team is traveling to Winnipeg to play the Manitoba Bisons on October 16 and 17.

Where will the women's team play next?

The women's team returns to Merlis Belsher Place for a home series against the Manitoba Bisons.