Families Game Day Guide to a Saskatoon Blades Playoff Game

The Saskatoon Blades kicked off their season back in September and have played through the regular season, ending up in 6th place in the Eastern Conference, losing to their long time rivals, the Prince Albert Raiders. Hockey season is typically a longer season, providing fans with a potential 9 months of high caliber hockey right in our own backyard. Another exciting factor is that some of these players are drafted by NHL teams, so you have a chance to watch these players right before they take that next step into the NHL.

_{^{Photo Credit: Saskatoon Blades Steve Hiscock}}

You will want to ensure that you arrive well before game time. I would recommend you arrive 1 to 1.5 hours before the game starts to ensure you allow time to park (keeping in mind they draw a lot of fans!) Once you park you will make your way through the closest entrance (they have a few). Once inside you will proceed through security and metal detectors to ensure a safe event for all. Now that you are in, it is time to head to the Frozen Pond if you are in need of gear. I bet you’ll run into our friend Pokechek (Blades Mascot)! 

_{^{Photo Credit: Saskatoon Blades Steve Hiscock}}

Now the real excitement is about to begin! Ensure that you have all of your snacks and beverages, and prepare yourself for the game intros. Lights go down, music is turned up, followed by a pyrotechnics display. Then they announce the team onto the ice. The crowd is electric and the excitement is in full swing! My kids love watching the intros, and cheering loudly with their light-up fan gear on.  Did you know that the Blades have a chant they engage the crowd in at each game. It goes like this “WHOSE HOUSE? OUR HOUSE!”

Once the game is over, the fun doesn’t need to stop! Sometimes we like to head out either for a supper after the game, or a lunch before the game depending on what time the game is at! Some of our favorites are ChaChos Taqueria Mexicana for some Mexican inspired food, or Una Pizza for some delicious pizza. Plenty of choices to suit your taste buds!