The Saultsports Report brings you the weekly highlights from across Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma, showcasing the athletes, teams, coaches, and sports stories making an impact throughout the region. From football and hockey to baseball, basketball, soccer, and more, we’ll recap the biggest games, standout performances, exciting wins, and memorable moments from the week that was. Stay connected with The Saultsports Report for your weekly look at local sports across Sault Ste. Marie and Algoma.
SaultSports Report: September 21-27, 2026
Sault College Cougars Stay Perfect With Win Over London
The Cougars completed their regular-season home schedule with a 35–21 victory over London, improving to a perfect 7–0. The win capped an impressive first regular season and kept Sault College undefeated heading toward the playoffs.
Drew Christian Scores Twice as Thunderbirds Defeat Storm
The Soo Thunderbirds broke open a close game with three unanswered third-period goals, defeating the Iroquois Falls Storm 6–2. Drew Christian led the offensive attack with two goals.
Thunderbirds’ Perfect Start Ends With Loss to the Rock in Timmins
After opening the season with four straight wins, the Thunderbirds suffered their first loss of the season, falling 4–3 to the Timmins Rock. Evan Katic’s late empty-net goal proved to be the difference.
Soo U16 and U18 Greyhounds Battle Wolves in Action-Packed GNU18HL Weekend
The Soo U16 and U18 Greyhounds hosted Sudbury in a busy four-game weekend. The series featured competitive games and two overtime finishes, making it one of the weekend’s major local hockey stories.
Algoma Thunderbirds Fall to Brock Badgers in OUA Soccer Doubleheader
Algoma travelled south to face Brock in an OUA soccer doubleheader. Both the men’s and women’s teams were in action as the Thunderbirds continued their early-season campaigns.
Cougars Show Fight Despite Saints Sweep at Sinclair Yards in OCAA Action
Sault College hosted St. Clair at Sinclair Yards for a three-game OCAA baseball weekend. Despite battling throughout the series, the Cougars were still searching for their first win of the season.
St. Mary’s Knights Move to 3-0 With Win Over White Pines Wolverines
St. Mary’s continued its unbeaten high school football start with a 38–6 victory over White Pines, moving the Knights to 3–0 and maintaining their position near the top of the local standings.
Sault Ste Marie Boys High School Volleyball 2026 Season Opened With Knights and Steelhawks Earning the Wins
The local boys volleyball season opened with St. Mary’s defeating Notre Dame 3–2 in a five-set thriller, while Superior Heights defeated Korah 3–1.
Korah Colts Defeat the Superior Heights Steelhawks in Week Three High School Football Action
Korah continued its strong senior football season by defeating Superior Heights in Week Three action, keeping the Colts among the key teams to watch in the local high school football race.
Sydney, Australia’s William Brine Bringing Experience, Physicality and a Team-First Mindset into September 26th Contest Against Beefeaters
This player-feature story highlighted Sault College offensive lineman William Brine, who travelled from Australia to attend Sault College. The feature focused on his football experience, physical style and contribution to the undefeated Cougars.
