The University of Saskatchewan Huskies are preparing for the Mitchell Bowl as their quarterback begins cancer treatment. The University of Saskatchewan says Anton Amundrud, 23, was recently diagnosed with lymphoma and has stepped away from football to focus on his health. Lymphoma is a type of cancer that affects the lymphatic system, which is part of the body’s immune system. It can impact lymph nodes, the spleen and other organs that help fight infections. “It’s been a tough couple of days here around Huskie Football with the news about Anton,” head coach Scott Flory said in a statement. “He is a remarkable young man, on and off the field, and we know he will fight this disease with everything he’s got. We know we have an important game to play Saturday, but our players are processing the news as we focus on Anton’s well-being.” Flory said the team remains focused on its next challenge but added that Amundrud’s well-being is the priority. The fourth-year quarterback and College of Arts and Science student from Lloydminster, Alta., left the active roster after Week 5 of the 2025 season. He guided the Huskies to a 4-1 start, was the leading passer in Canada West and earned a 2025 Canada West All-Star nod before stepping away. Amundrud took over as starting quarterback in 2023 with the graduation of Mason Nyhus, who is currently the Huskies offensive co-ordinator and assistant head coach. Amundrud ranks third in completions in program history (558), fifth in touchdowns (42) and sixth in career passing yards (6,945). The Huskies advanced to the Mitchell Bowl after a 25-24 win over the University of Regina Rams on Nov. 8 at Griffiths Stadium in Saskatoon. With the victory, the U of S will host the Ontario University Athletics Yates Cup champion Queen’s Gaels on Nov. 15 at 2:15 p.m.
