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The world as the Prince George Polars once knew it ended Thursday on the junior varsity football field in Kamloops. For the first time all season, the Polars surrendered a point - actually 12 of them - in their wild-card playoff game against the G.W.

What a difference a day made for the UNBC Timberwolves.

If the UNBC Timberwolves were looking for a measuring stick to show how much they’ve improved from last season, they got their answer on the hardcourt Saturday at the Northern Sport Centre.

After being punished for their 4-2 loss on the road to the Vancouver Giants Wednesday with an early-morning practice the following day, the Prince George Cougars were on their best behaviour Saturday in Kamloops.

Monday at noon is the deadline for nominations for Rising Star awards, which recognize outstanding athletic achievement. Sponsored by Engage Sport North, formerly known as PacificSport Northern B.C.

Jarod Hovde held a hot stick Friday night in Coquitlam and that piece of composite material warmed the hearts of the Prince George Spruce Kings.

The Prince George Cougars leaned a couple things about themselves Thursday night in Langley. Or more to the point, the Vancouver Giants taught them a lesson or two.

The Nechako Valley Vikings are ready to get back down to business, winning football games.

If Shay Crisp was a menu item, the UNBC Timberwolves would have declined a second helping.

The UNBC Timberwolves basketball teams both head into their home opening weekend seeking their first regular-season wins, but will face a stiff test with the Alberta Golden Bears and Pandas coming to Prince George for games Friday and Saturday.