Quarterback Anton Amundrud stepped away from the University of Saskatchewan Huskies five games into their schedule for what the team called “personal” reasons. Article content

On Wednesday, the university disclosed that their starting pivot is fighting lymphoma, a form of cancer. Huskies players were told about the diagnosis Tuesday afternoon while they prepare to host Saturday’s national semifinal football game against Queen’s University. Article content Article content

“We had some tough team meetings, telling the boys,” Huskies’ head coach Scott Flory said Wednesday. “That one (Tuesday) was the hardest. Monday was a tough day when I heard — I was able to see Anton, and he was in great spirits. It was still a tough day because we know he’s got a battle ahead of him. We know he’s go

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