Local sports roundup

The Saskatchewan Rush got their first taste of pre-season National Lacrosse League action out of the way on Saturday. The Rush had an 8-5 half time lead but ended up losing 13-11 to the host Toronto Rock.
The Rush return to action with a pre-season game this Saturday at home against the defending champion Georgia Storm. Game time is 7:30 p.m. at the SaskTel Centre.
 
Blades drop pair on weekend
The Saskatoon Blades dropped a weekend pair of games to Eastern Conference rivals.
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