March 8, 2026
Saskatchewan repeats as national champion with win over UNB
Saskatchewan
27-1, 20-0
77
UNB
25-3, 16-4
68
| Final | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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25 | 19 | 8 | 25 | 77 |
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13 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 68 |
Team Stats
Game Leaders
Team Stats
| Game Statistics | Saskatchewan | UNB |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | (24-61) | (23-70) |
| Field Goal % | 39.3% | 32.9% |
| Rebounds | 33 | 38 |
| Assists | 9 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 21 |
| Pts off Turnovers | 14 | 16 |
| 2nd Chance Pts | 8 | 21 |
| Pts in the Paint | 18 | 18 |
| Fastbreak Pts | 0 | 0 |
| Bench Pts | 19 | 13 |
Logan Reider scored 19 points to lead the Saskatchewan Huskies to a 77-68 victory over the University of New Brunswick in the championship game of the 2026 SunLife U SPORTS Women’s Final 8, presented by Michelob and Hilton Québec, Sunday at the Amphithéâtre Desjardins.
With the win, Saskatchewan captures the Bronze Baby trophy for the second straight year and the fourth time in program history. The Huskies close the season with a remarkable 30-1 record, including a perfect 20-0 run through Canada West play.
UNB, appearing in the national final for the first time since 1976, finishes its season at 27-4 overall (18-2 AUS).
Reider, named Saskatchewan’s player of the game, shot 7-for-15 from the field and knocked down four three-pointers to pace the Huskies’ offence. Her 12-point second quarter helped Saskatchewan seize control of the game before halftime.
Maya Flindall added 17 points and Ella Murphy Wiebe chipped in with 13 points and a game-high 10 rebounds as the Huskies displayed the balanced scoring that carried them throughout the tournament.
Murphy Wiebe’s strong play over the three games earned her tournament most valuable player honours. She was joined on the championship all-star team by teammate Gage Grassick, UNB’s Kylee Speedy and Katie Butts, and Calgary’s Courtney Oss.
Saskatchewan set the tone early in the final, jumping out to a 25-13 lead after the opening quarter behind sharp perimeter shooting and aggressive defence that forced several UNB turnovers.
The Huskies extended the advantage in the second quarter as Reider and Flindall combined for key baskets, pushing the lead to as many as 15 points before Saskatchewan carried a 44-32 edge into halftime.
UNB responded in the third quarter with a determined push. Kylee Speedy, who was named player of the game for the Atlantic champions, scored several key baskets and helped cut the deficit to single digits as the Atlantic champions attempted to rally.
Saskatchewan’s defence held firm, however, and the Huskies regained momentum in the fourth quarter. Grassick scored six late points while Murphy Wiebe controlled the glass to help Saskatchewan pull away.
Speedy led UNB with 16 points, while Katie Butts added 13 points and eight rebounds and Maheva Ngassam chipped in 10 points in the loss.
The championship game marked the conclusion of the 2026 tournament in Quebec City. The 2027 U SPORTS Women’s Final 8 will be held in Halifax.
NIKE TEAM PLAYERS OF THE GAME:
NIKE TEAM PLAYERS OF THE GAME:
UNB: Kylee Speedy
Saskatchewan: Logan Reider
CHAMPIONSHIP AWARD WINNERS:
CHAMPIONSHIP MVP:
Ella Murphy Wiebe, Saskatchewan
CHAMPIONSHIP ALL-STARS:
Ella Murphy Wiebe, Saskatchewan
Katie Butts, UNB
Gage Grassick, Saskatchewan
Courtney Oss, Calgary
Kylie Speedy, UNB