Sports Fix Tonight.

I am really excited for tonight's program.

Guest one will be a good friend of the show: The head-coach of the Battlefords Midget AAA Stars, Martin Smith.

Smith and his staff held training camp this weekend for the AAA Stars which wrapped up yesterday with the Black and White game. It's an important season for the Stars, who are trying to get back into the playoff picture. Smith is adamant that expectations are higher this year, and that simply getting to the playoffs won't be good enough.

Together we'll recap training camp, and get his take on some of the players who really impressed. We'll also talk about some of the veterans, and who he feels could be due for a breakout season.

Guest two will be the play-by-play voice of the AJHL's Bonnyville Pontiacs, Robb Hunter. Hunter has covered the Pontiacs for the last handful of seasons, and really knows his stuff when it comes to Junior Hockey across Canada. Together we'll tee up the upcoming season from an Alberta perspective and give you a glimpse of how Junior Hockey works outside of Saskatchewan. I've had the good fortune of watching some AJHL in recent years, and I've always been impressed with their product.

Finally, I'll be talking CFL - More specifically about the struggles of the Edmonton Eskimos and the BC Lions.

The poll-question for tonight's program is:

At this point of the season, would you rather be The BC Lions or the Edmonton Eskimos?

Which of these two teams has the better 'upside?' Is there one team who's glass is half-full? Does either team have a chance at making the playoffs in your opinion?

I know this blog is usually reserved for hockey, but if you feel compelled, I'd love to read your answers.

BC or Edmonton - Who would you rather be right now, if you had to choose?

Send me your responses quickly, and I'll do my best to read them on the program. You can also e-mail me a response at cjnbnews@rawlco.com

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Late last week I reported that the Battlefords North Stars had acquired a veteran defenceman from out-of province. I can tell you that the deal has been approved by the SJHL, but we are still waiting on approval from the other league that's involved. I apologize for the lengthy delay in making this news public, but surely you can understand where I'm coming
from.

North Star fans can also look forward to another announcement coming soon involving three 20-year-olds from year's club.

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In closing, I want to commend the many fans, parents and friends who came out to the Civic Center yesterday in the afternoon to watch the Black vs. White game at AAA Camp. People don't always realize it, but fan support can make a huge difference to a player's comfort level and motivation.

Bottom line: The Battlefords and surrounding area have some dynamite fans.


Enjoy your week, and don't forget to tune into the show tonight. It starts at 8:00 on 1050 CJNB/ 102.3 FM CJNS.