Roughnecks Finalize Roster for New NLL Campaign
The Calgary Roughnecks are officially set for the upcoming 2025-26 National Lacrosse League season, having revealed their final squad this week. The organization confirmed a 21-player active roster alongside its practice squad, signaling the start of a fresh campaign.
Team Composition Earns Management Praise
General Manager Mike Board expressed strong confidence in the assembled group. "We like the make-up of the team," Board stated. "There is a good mixture of skill, size, speed and athleticism. There's a blend of veterans and young players, a combination that provides a high compete level throughout the line-up." He highlighted that players on both offense and defense are prepared to take on expanded responsibilities this year.
The active roster is structured with seven forwards, twelve defenders, and two goaltenders.
Complete 2025-26 Calgary Roughnecks Active Roster
Forwards: Tanner Cook, Mathieu Gautier, Riley Loewen, Brayden Mayea, Haiden Dickson, Noah Manning, Tyler Pace.
Defenders: Jack Follows, Riley Isaacs, Liam Leclair, Harrison Matsuoka, Matt Sykes, Tyler Hendrycks, Griffin Hall, Justin Inacio, Brayden Laity, Eli Salama, Kyle Pepper, Carter Cook.
Goaltenders: Aden Walsh, Cameron MacLeod.
The team will begin the season without defenceman Bennett Smith, who has been placed on the injured reserve.
Season Schedule and Home Opener Details
The Riggers launch their 2025-26 NLL campaign on the road, starting with a clash against the Saskatchewan Rush in Saskatoon on Saturday, December 6. Their second game is an away match against the Toronto Rock on December 13.
Fans at the Scotiabank Saddledome will get their first look at the team on Sunday, December 28, when the Roughnecks host the defending champion Buffalo Bandits for their home opener. This marquee event is designated as 'Return of the Red' night, presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada.
Key 2025-26 Home Games at Scotiabank Saddledome:
- Sunday, December 28th vs. Buffalo Bandits
- Friday, January 9th vs. Vancouver Warriors
- Friday, January 30th vs. Saskatchewan Rush
- Saturday, February 14th vs. Philadelphia Wings
- Sunday, February 15th vs. Georgia Swarm
- Saturday, February 28th vs. Halifax Thunderbirds
- Saturday, March 14th vs. Ottawa Black Bears
- Saturday, April 4th vs. Oshawa Firewolves
- Saturday, April 18th vs. Colorado Mammoth
With the roster now public and the schedule set, the Calgary Roughnecks are poised to hit the floor and compete in the highly anticipated NLL season.
