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National Lacrosse League And TSN Announce 2025-26 Broadcast Schedule
The National Lacrosse League (NLL) today announced its 2025-26 “NLL Friday Night on TSN” broadcast schedule, marking the fifth consecutive season of its partnership with TSN, Canada’s Sports Leader. The collaboration continues to drive growth for the league, with viewership growing 31 percent year over year.
The 21-game linear schedule is highlighted by the season-opening clash between the Toronto Rock visiting the Oshawa FireWolves on Friday, Nov. 28, at 7:30 p.m. ET, live from Tribute Communities Centre. The FireWolves’ home debut sets the stage for a showdown between the NLL’s No. 1 draft picks the past two years: Toronto’s CJ Kirst, and Oshawa’s Dyson Williams, the reigning NLL Rookie of the Year.
“Our partnership with TSN has elevated the NLL to new levels, making our games more accessible than ever to fans across Canada,” NLL Commissioner Brett Frood said. “This year’s ‘NLL Friday Night on TSN’ schedule, with marquee matchups, doubleheaders and our UnBOXed™ Showcase game, reflects our commitment to delivering the best of box lacrosse to passionate and growing audiences.”
TSN’s roster of announcers for the upcoming season includes Teddy Jenner, Matt Cullen, Pat Gregoire, Brad Challoner, Ashley Docking, Shantelle Chand and Maki Jenner. Teddy Jenner, Gregoire and Docking will call the season opener, which will also mark the first-ever NLL game played in Oshawa.
In addition, Maki Jenner is scheduled to handle play-by-play duties for the Feb. 14 game in Halifax alongside Gregoire. Last season, she became the first woman to serve as an analyst for an NLL game on TSN. Her assignment in Halifax will mark another League and TSN first as she steps into the play-by-play role.
“TSN is proud to continue its partnership with the NLL as the home of box lacrosse in Canada,” said David Bross, Executive Director, Sports Programming, Legal and Business Affairs, Bell Media. “From opening night in Oshawa through The March to May and into the playoffs, this season promises unforgettable moments for fans nationwide, and we’re excited to showcase it all across TSN platforms.”
The “NLL Friday Night on TSN” games can be viewed across TSN’s national television feeds and streamed on TSN.ca and the TSN app. All other NLL games can be streamed on TSN+ and NLL+, the League’s direct-to-consumer platform. The full broadcast schedule is available at NLL.com and TSN.ca.
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Vancouver Rise FC Reveal 2026 “After Dark” Home Kit
Vancouver Rise FC has revealed its new “After Dark” home kit for the 2026 Northern Super League season, pulling inspiration straight from the natural setting that surrounds its home at Swangard Stadium.
The design pays tribute to Central Park in Burnaby, with visuals that reflect the quiet, layered beauty of the park at night. Tree silhouettes stretch across the kit, creating a sense of depth and movement—meant to mirror the experience of looking up through the canopy after dark.
The club says the concept ties closely to its motto, “Stronger by Nature,” grounding the team’s identity in the environment that surrounds it. The design blends all crest colours with added tones that bring warmth and balance, giving the kit a look that feels both rooted and refined. Paired with classic shorts and socks, it leans into tradition while still telling a clear local story.
A key detail returns on both the After Dark kit and the club’s secondary “Sunshine Kit” for 2026. A Gold Pointed Star sits on the left sleeve, marking Vancouver Rise FC as the inaugural champions of the Northern Super League. The patch represents the league’s top honour and signals the club’s early place in its history.
Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley praised the design and its connection to the community, pointing to the pride residents have in their parks and green spaces. He added that seeing Central Park reflected in the team’s identity makes the return to Swangard Stadium for the new season feel even more meaningful.
The After Dark kit leans heavily into place and atmosphere. It’s less about flash and more about identity—something that feels tied to where the team plays and who shows up for them.
Pre-orders for both the After Dark and Sunshine kits are now available through the club’s official store, with options for delivery or in-stadium pickup.
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2026 Stars On Ice Announces Olympic Bronze Medallists Piper Gilles and Paul Poirierat in Vancouver
Canadian figure skating fans are getting a rare post-Olympic victory lap moment this spring.
Fresh off the 2026 Winter Olympics, the country’s top skaters are heading out on the 2026 edition of Stars on Ice, with a stop in Vancouver set for May 12 at Rogers Arena.
Leading the lineup are Olympic bronze medallists Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier. Their free dance this season, inspired by The Starry Night, helped secure their first Olympic podium and quickly became one of the most talked-about programs of the Games.
They’ll be joined by a stacked group of Canadian talent, including world champions Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps. Also on the bill: four-time national champion Madeline Schizas, and rising pair team Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud, who recently picked up medals on the world stage.
The tour leans heavily into nostalgia too. Canadian icon Elvis Stojko returns as a central figure, still known for the kind of power and speed that made him a standout in the ’90s. Kaetlyn Osmond, one of the country’s most decorated skaters with Olympic gold, silver, and bronze to her name, is back as well.
Rounding out the cast are fan favourites Keegan Messing and Roman Sadovsky, with Sadovsky making his Stars on Ice debut. For the Vancouver show, guest performers Marie-Jade Lauriault and Romain Le Gac will join the lineup.
Behind the scenes, Kurt Browning returns as director and choreographer. His work has shaped the tour for years, blending technical skating with a more theatrical style that plays well in an arena setting.
The Vancouver stop is set for 7:00 p.m., with tickets already on sale through the usual outlets. Prices start at $35, with premium on-ice seating and group options available. More information on the Stars On Ice website.