Classic Sports Moments - We look back at 2002 with the Regina Thunder vs. the Saskatoon Hilltops
Matt Young brings you a 2002 game featuring the first ever win for the Regina Thunder over the Saskatoon Hilltops at Gordie Howe Field.
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When Wooden was hurt, receiver Tim White stepped into the return game and was impressive, accumulating 223 combined yards (five catches for 84 yards, a two-yard run, four kickoff returns for 89 yards, three punt returns for 37 yards and an 11-yard missed field goal return). But former Ticat Dewayne Hendrix recovered White's fumble to end Hamilton's opening overtime possession, paving the way for Sean Whyte's game-winning 19-yard field goal. Hamilton is 2-3 versus the West Division this season, but a stellar 4-1 on the road. Mitchell remains the CFL leader in passing yards (2,856) and touchdowns (21) with Hamilton leading the league in offensive points (28.8 per game) and offensive TDs (27). Saskatchewan counters with a defence that's second in fewest offensive points (21.8) and third in fewest offensive touchdowns allowed (19). Saskatchewan has won three straight and is 4-0 versus East Division rivals. The Riders are 3-1 at Mosaic Stadium. 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