The Saskatchewan Rush have once again brought the thrill of championship lacrosse back to the spotlight in the province as they advanced to the third and deciding game of the NLL Finals this Saturday against the Buffalo Bandits.
The 2025 season has been a testament to the Rush’s ability to adapt, grow, and overcome challenges.
Led by stars like Austin Shanks, Robert Church, and Ryan Keenan, the team has combined veteran experience with emerging young talent to carve their path to the Finals.
Their journey through the playoffs has been nothing short of electric, with packed arenas, nail-biting finishes, and a sense of unfinished business fueling their run.
In a province where hockey has long dominated the sports landscape, the Rush have created a new tradition—one defined by roaring crowds at SaskTel Centre and a sea of green and black on game days.
As well in the grassroots of the game of lacrosse at every point throughout Saskatchewan
As the Rush enter champion Saturday the stakes are high, but the support is even higher.
The team carries with it the hopes of an entire province, Every goal scored brings out the pounding of the chest and is a goal for Saskatchewan. Every save by Frank the Tank made echoes the hard work and determination of a province built on grit.
Whether they raise the Champion's Cup or not, the Rush have already won something far greater: the unwavering love and loyalty of a province that proudly stands behind them.
