Reading Time: 4 minutes This was the first CFL game I’ve attended in person in nearly three decades
Tag: CFL
It’s time to rename the Edmonton Eskimos
Reading Time: 4 minutes As other leagues rethink racist team names, the Eskimos’ statement in support of Black Lives Matter rings hollow
Causing a commotion based on innocent colours
Reading Time: 3 minutes What’s in a name? Apparently plenty when it comes to sports teams and imaginary slights
Edmonton Eskimos are being forced to play the name game
Reading Time: 3 minutes The CFL team has carried the name for a long time and it’s not racist or demeaning in any way
Why the CFL’s Diversity is Strength campaign falls short
Reading Time: 4 minutes Diversity separated from unity is generally not a good thing. We need unity of purpose, on the field and in life
Is the CFL kicking off a new sports era with live on-field audio?
Reading Time: 4 minutes For as long as the lens has followed sports, broadcasters have denied fans the language, noise and strategy of the game – until now
Should young people even be playing football?
Reading Time: 3 minutes CTE isn’t just a pro football Issue; college and high school players are also at risk, and the damage can be life-altering
There’s no such thing as a concussion-safe football helmet
Reading Time: 4 minutes The only way to significantly reduce brain trauma is greatly reducing the number of full-contact practices and scrimmages
Luck plays a big part in creating a winning athlete
Reading Time: 4 minutes Fire the coach. Yell at the players to motivate them. Or accept that luck plays a significant role in the outcome, no matter how valiant your efforts
How I finally made peace with the CFL
Reading Time: 3 minutes I still prefer the NFL to the CFL. But I’ve gained a brand-new appreciation for the Canadian game