Saskatchewan Huskies QB Anton Amundrud wins Canada West Football Player of the Year

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Canada West has unveiled its football award-winners for 2026, led by Saskatchewan Huskies quarterback Anton Amundrud.

The native of Lloydminster, Alta. completed 65.5 percent of his passes for 3,073 yards, 18 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions over nine games this season, leading the Huskies to a 6-2 regular-season record and an appearance in the conference semifinals.

The six-foot-three, 205-pound passer has finished his career with 10,144 passing yards, 61 touchdowns, and 43 interceptions over six seasons with the Huskies. He is one of the all-time leading passers in U Sports history.

The rest of the conference’s award winners include Manitoba linebacker Nic Pereira as Outstanding Defensive Player, UBC Thunderbirds offensive lineman Caleb Cunningham as Outstanding Lineman, UBC running back Marvyn Larozar as Rookie of the Year, and UBC head coach Blake Nill as Coach of the Year.

Calgary Dinos receiver Saboor Zeeshan won the Student-Athlete Community Service award, while Alberta Golden Bears running backs coach Ray Salverda is the conference nominee for the Gino Fracas Award.

All award-winners will advance as Canada West’s nominations for the U Sports national awards.

The Regina Rams and UBC Thunderbirds will meet in the Hardy Cup on Saturday. The winner will advance to the Uteck Bowl against the Dussault Cup champions out of the RSEQ.