USask Huskies linebacking core tackling leadership role for the team
Global News
The University of Saskatchewan Huskies will be strong at linebacker this season — a group that is eager to dominate the opposition and lead the team to the promised land.
The University of Saskatchewan Huskies football team is entering its second week of training camp.
Battling the sweltering heat, the team is preparing for its first pre-season game on Thursday when it hosts the University of Manitoba Bisons.
The team has many positions up for grabs as a couple of key players have moved on after the 2021 season.
But every season comes with change, and the coaches and players know the Huskie standard never changes.
One area of strength for the team will be the linebacking core.
Head coach Scott Flory says there are some athletes and leaders in his linebacking core looking to lead the defence.
“There’s a lot of talent there, we’ve got to find a way to get them all on the field. They play fast and physically and that’s what you want them to do. These guys are a treat to watch. We are looking forward to Thursday night. There is a ton of competition there. The talent goes deep and guys can play,” said Flory.
The linebackers include fourth-year Nick Wiebe and second-year Lane Novak. They know there is tremendous talent in the group. Now it’s about going out there on the field and playing great Huskie football and being a force to be reckoned with each and every game.