BC Lions

Leading the B.C. Lions to their first win of the season earned quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. the nod as top offensive player on the CFL honour roll Tuesday. Adams Jr., left, passes while being pursued by Calgary Stampeders’ Micah Teitz during the first half of a CFL football game, in Vancouver, on Saturday, June 15, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

B.C. Lions QB Vernon Adams Jr. named CFL’s top offensive player

Performance in home-opener against Calgary earns both honour and a victory

 

B.C. Lions’ Alexander Hollins bobbles the ball and fails to make the catch during the first half of a CFL football game against the Calgary Stampeders, in Vancouver, on Saturday, June 15, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

THE MOJ: CFL a great game, but kudos to the Lions for knowing the event matters

Quality of the marketing finally catching up to the quality of the game north of the border

 

B.C. Lions quarterback Vernon Adams Jr., left, passes while being pursued by Calgary Stampeders’ Micah Teitz during the first half of a CFL football game, in Vancouver, on Saturday, June 15, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

B.C. Lions collect first win of CFL season, dump Stampeders 26-17

Leos visit Blue Bombers in Winnipeg on Friday

 

Vancouver defenceman Nikita Zadorov is looking like he’s likely to test free agency come July. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns Vancouver defenceman Nikita Zadorov has been fined US$5,000 by the NHL and Canucks blue-liner Carson Soucy will have a hearing with the league for cross-checks on Edmonton superstar Connor McDavid. Zadorov celebrates with teammates after his goal against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period in Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series, in Vancouver, B.C., Friday, May 10, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns

THE MOJ: 4 thoughts to ponder for a B.C. sports fan Friday

Canucks free agency, Lions home opener, helping kids, and Edmonton

Vancouver defenceman Nikita Zadorov is looking like he’s likely to test free agency come July. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns Vancouver defenceman Nikita Zadorov has been fined US$5,000 by the NHL and Canucks blue-liner Carson Soucy will have a hearing with the league for cross-checks on Edmonton superstar Connor McDavid. Zadorov celebrates with teammates after his goal against the Edmonton Oilers during the second period in Game 2 of an NHL hockey Stanley Cup second-round playoff series, in Vancouver, B.C., Friday, May 10, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Ethan Cairns
Toronto Argonauts quarterback Cameron Dukes (11) throws the ball during first half CFL action against the B.C. Lions, in Toronto, on Sunday, June 9, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Cameron Dukes throws 3 TDs as Argos beat B.C. Lions 35-27

Turnovers plague Leos in their CFL season opener

Toronto Argonauts quarterback Cameron Dukes (11) throws the ball during first half CFL action against the B.C. Lions, in Toronto, on Sunday, June 9, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov
North Delta’s Tyson Philpot scores the second of two touchdowns Thursday night in Winnipeg. Philpot and the Montreal Alouettes defeated the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 27-12 in the CFL season opener. Montreal Alouettes photo

THE MOJ: Nine burning questions as the CFL season set to kick off

A look at the queries that will define each team this season

North Delta’s Tyson Philpot scores the second of two touchdowns Thursday night in Winnipeg. Philpot and the Montreal Alouettes defeated the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 27-12 in the CFL season opener. Montreal Alouettes photo
B.C.’s Alexander Hollins tries to evade Toronto’s Benjie Franklin during Sunday night’s game at BMO Field in Toronto. The Argonauts beat the Lions 35-27 in the season opener for both teams. Steve Chang BC Lions

THE MOJ: Too many negative plays sink Lions in their season opener

Overreaction not the right option, but B.C. has to be better

B.C.’s Alexander Hollins tries to evade Toronto’s Benjie Franklin during Sunday night’s game at BMO Field in Toronto. The Argonauts beat the Lions 35-27 in the season opener for both teams. Steve Chang BC Lions
CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie, holding the Grey Cup, at the Sher-E-Punjab radio headquarters with Lions Punjabi-language broadcasters Taqdeer Thindal, right, and Harpreet Pandher on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. (Contributed photo)

‘Historic moment’: Punjabi calls for all BC Lions football games this CFL season

The team kicks off in Toronto Sunday followed by home-opener at BC Place Stadium on June 15

CFL commissioner Randy Ambrosie, holding the Grey Cup, at the Sher-E-Punjab radio headquarters with Lions Punjabi-language broadcasters Taqdeer Thindal, right, and Harpreet Pandher on Tuesday, June 4, 2024. (Contributed photo)
Ryan Phillips at the 2024 BC Lions Training Camp on Monday, May 13. Steven Chang/BC Lions

THE MOJ: Sayles the surprise cut as the Lions get physical in the secondary

Coaches still mixing and matching as the lineup prepares for the opener versus Toronto

Ryan Phillips at the 2024 BC Lions Training Camp on Monday, May 13. Steven Chang/BC Lions
Garry Peters noticed something was a little different as his B.C. Lions teammates filtered into training camp last month. Edmonton Elks’ Jermaine Brown Jr., back right, carries the ball as Peters defends during the first half of a pre-season CFL football game, in Vancouver, B.C., Friday, May 31, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

‘A little more’: B.C. Lions prowling the preseason with Grey Cup purpose

‘We’ve got to do a little more this time around’

Garry Peters noticed something was a little different as his B.C. Lions teammates filtered into training camp last month. Edmonton Elks’ Jermaine Brown Jr., back right, carries the ball as Peters defends during the first half of a pre-season CFL football game, in Vancouver, B.C., Friday, May 31, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
B.C. Lions’ Stanley Berryhill III, top, is upended by Edmonton Elks kicker Jake Julien as he returns a punt during the first half of a pre-season CFL football game, in Vancouver, on Friday, May 31, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

B.C. Lions close out pre-season with dominant 26-9 victory over Elks

Leos open CFL regular season away to the Toronto Argonauts on June 9

B.C. Lions’ Stanley Berryhill III, top, is upended by Edmonton Elks kicker Jake Julien as he returns a punt during the first half of a pre-season CFL football game, in Vancouver, on Friday, May 31, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Bob “The Moj” Marjanovich and Giulio Caravatta will now be broadcasting BC Lions games on radio station CKNW. courtesy Bob Marjanovich

THE MOJ: New radio home will provide a pinch-me moment for this B.C. boy

“The Moj” soon to be broadcasting BC Lions games on radio station CKNW

Bob “The Moj” Marjanovich and Giulio Caravatta will now be broadcasting BC Lions games on radio station CKNW. courtesy Bob Marjanovich
It’s crunch time in regards to roster decisions for Lions Head Coach Rick Campbell as training camp winds down. Steven Chang BC Lions photo

THE MOJ: Crunch time looms as Lions look to shape their final roster

Surprise cuts Monday might not be only changes club has in store as it attempts to get stronger

It’s crunch time in regards to roster decisions for Lions Head Coach Rick Campbell as training camp winds down. Steven Chang BC Lions photo
In the specially outfitted Grey Cup Festival caravan, the Grey Cup Festival Tour of B.C., powered by LiUNA Local 1611, will make its way through the province, beginning May 31. Photo courtesy 2024 Grey Cup Festival

Grey Cup Festival Tour of B.C. is coming to a town near you

Summer-long tour kicks off May 31; Grey Cup tickets on sale June 4

  • May 27, 2024
In the specially outfitted Grey Cup Festival caravan, the Grey Cup Festival Tour of B.C., powered by LiUNA Local 1611, will make its way through the province, beginning May 31. Photo courtesy 2024 Grey Cup Festival
B.C. Lions defensive back Jassin States-McClean (36) knocks a pass away from Calgary Stampeders wide receiver Marken Michel (80) during first half CFL preseason football action in Calgary, Saturday, May 25, 2024.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Stampeders pounce on B.C. Lions for 30-6 CFL pre-season win

Leos field a roster primarily of rookies hoping to make impression

B.C. Lions defensive back Jassin States-McClean (36) knocks a pass away from Calgary Stampeders wide receiver Marken Michel (80) during first half CFL preseason football action in Calgary, Saturday, May 25, 2024.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
B.C. Lions quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. passes during the first half of the CFL western semifinal football game against the Calgary Stampeders, in Vancouver, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

BC Lions open training with a little added incentive as 2024 Grey Cup host

B.C. won its last Grey Cup in 2011

B.C. Lions quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. passes during the first half of the CFL western semifinal football game against the Calgary Stampeders, in Vancouver, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Defensive lineman Christian Covington. (Photo: bclions.com)

‘Truly an honour to come home’: BC Lions sign DL Covington after 102 NFL games

‘We all understand and embrace the goal of bringing the Grey Cup back home,’ says the Surrey-raised player

Defensive lineman Christian Covington. (Photo: bclions.com)
<div>Dave Ritchie, the Hall of Fame former CFL head coach, has died. He was 85. Ritchie speaks at the 2022 Canadian Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony held at Tim Horton’s Field in Hamilton, Ont., Friday, Sept. 16, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter Power</div>

Former B.C. Lions head coach Dave Ritchie dead at age 85

It was during Ritchie’s tenure as B.C.’s head coach that his club united Canada

<div>Dave Ritchie, the Hall of Fame former CFL head coach, has died. He was 85. Ritchie speaks at the 2022 Canadian Football Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony held at Tim Horton’s Field in Hamilton, Ont., Friday, Sept. 16, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Peter Power</div>
B.C. Lions quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. passes during the first half of the CFL western semifinal football game against the Calgary Stampeders, in Vancouver, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The B.C. Lions signed starter Adams Jr. to a contract extension Wednesday that will keep him with the CFL club through the 2026 season. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

BC Lions extend starting quarterback Vernon Adams Jr.

Veteran thrower signs for 2 more years after this one

B.C. Lions quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. passes during the first half of the CFL western semifinal football game against the Calgary Stampeders, in Vancouver, on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. The B.C. Lions signed starter Adams Jr. to a contract extension Wednesday that will keep him with the CFL club through the 2026 season. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
B.C. Lions’ Mathieu Betts with his award for the Most Outstanding Defensive Player at the 2023 Canadian Football League (CFL) Awards in Niagara Falls, Ont. Thursday, November 16, 2023. Betts, one of the CFL’s most coveted free agents, is returning to the NFL. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tara Walton

From B.C. Lion to Detroit Lion as sack master Betts signs south of the border

Saskatchewan Roughriders open CFL free agency with a huge bang

B.C. Lions’ Mathieu Betts with his award for the Most Outstanding Defensive Player at the 2023 Canadian Football League (CFL) Awards in Niagara Falls, Ont. Thursday, November 16, 2023. Betts, one of the CFL’s most coveted free agents, is returning to the NFL. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tara Walton