Class of 2013: Recap Of The BC Lions Seven Draft Selections

The 2013 CFL Canadian College Draft has come and gone and it will likely be sometime before the BC Lions see what they got from this year’s group of picks. Some are projects, some may look south of the border. Let’s take a look at the newest members of the Pride as we try and learn a bit more about them. Hunter Steward – Offensive Lineman – Liberty University of Lynchurg, Virginia. (1st... [Read more]

On The Grind: Jordan Linnen Chases The Dream of Pro Football

A few weeks ago we brought you a story on the off-season training regimen of veteran corner back Dante Marsh. Marsh has carved out a nice career in BC, but it started because of dedication and a will to realize his dreams. At the other end of the spectrum, there are always young players who are starting their journeys and trying to get where players like Marsh have travelled. One of those players... [Read more]

On ‘the grind’ with Dante Marsh: Longevity doesn’t come easy.

Becoming a professional football player involves possessing the talent and is the result of hard work. Remaining a professional football player is just as hard and at any given moment you could be out of a job if someone works their way past you into the lineup and it’s up to you and nobody else to prevent that from happening for as long as you can. Entering his 10th season with the BC Lions,... [Read more]

Marsh extension retains leadership on and off the field.

The BC Lions announced a contract extension for nine year veteran cornerback Dante Marsh on Wednesday and it would be a tough to find anyone who questions that move. Marsh has been consistently solid in his nine years patrolling the corner of the Lions secondary, and has become a leader on and off the field. Lions’ fans that witnessed Marsh’s first game as a Lion, might not have been so sure he... [Read more]

CFL Free Agency: Great day at the office for Buono and the BC Lions

When it comes to days at the office, Wally Buono can certainly say he had a great one as free agency opened across the CFL on Friday. After the firestorm of the Geroy Simon trade, it had to be a feel good day out in Surrey. Here is a recap and some thoughts on today’s activity. The Lions started the day by announcing the re-signing of veteran receiver Paris Jackson and an extension for Korey Banks.... [Read more]

From The Couch: Simon situation is delicate but Buono has been here before.

It goes without saying that every BC Lions fan would like to see a perfect ending to Geroy Simon’s career. But with news this week that Simon’s agent has asked the Lions to gauge trade interest for his client in lieu of the two sides unable to agree on a restructured contract, there is work to be done if Simon is to end his career in BC Lions orange. It would of course just be plain wrong... [Read more]

Off-season Update: Fabien, Buono and the Brand

With GM Wally Buono on his annual Hawaiian vacation, there hasn’t been much news of late coming out of the Lions Den. But as we had into 2013, there are a few nuggets worth discussing including an attempt by a certain team to get Buono to move east. Fabien Looking South Scott Mitchell of the Calgary Sun reports that 2011 first round draft pick Kirby Fabien will have a chance to impress NFL scouts... [Read more]

2012 Wrap: Musings, Ramblings and Thanks

Now that the 2012 CFL season has come to an end and I have recovered from Grey Cup (minus the annual cold I get when I come back), I thought I’d just ramble on a bit about Grey Cup and some of the news that’s happened since the final whistle blew on the season. I hope it promotes some discussion! The Champs Congratulations to the Toronto Argonauts on their championship season, and also to the city... [Read more]

Video: Lilminimo’s Western Final Fan Guide

Monique Gendron, aka @Lilminimo wants to make sure that everyone is clear about their responsibilities at this Sunday’s Western Final between the BC Lions and Calgary Stampeders. Take her advice and be there to defend our cup!  Read More →