Jameson Bucktooth is making an early case for a bigger role with the Colorado Mammoth after scoring three goals in an exhibition game against the Halifax Thunderbirds.
The forward is preparing for his first full National Lacrosse League campaign after appearing in four games for Colorado in 2025-26. He brings a Junior A resume that includes 177 points in 35 games with the St. Catharines Athletics.
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For a Mammoth team returning its leading scorers after a 12-6 season, Bucktooth's development adds another intriguing storyline to the 2026-27 campaign.
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Jameson Bucktooth Brings Big Junior A Numbers To Colorado
Bucktooth recorded 98 goals and 79 assists in those 35 games with St. Catharines, averaging just over five points per game.
He also capped his junior career by earning the OJLL's Most Valuable Player and Most Outstanding Player awards.
That combination of scoring and playmaking gives Colorado plenty to work with as Bucktooth pursues a larger role at the professional level. He finished his four NLL appearances last season with one goal and three assists.
His exhibition hat trick provides an encouraging start to the next chapter. The challenge now is turning that scoring potential into consistent contributions over a full NLL campaign.
How Jameson Bucktooth Could Fit Into Colorado's Offense
Colorado already has established scoring options for coach Pat Coyle, with Andrew Kew and Will Malcom both returning on two-year agreements.
Malcom led the Mammoth with 89 points in 17 regular-season games last season, finishing with 36 goals and 53 assists.
Kew produced 84 points on 45 goals and 39 assists in 12 regular-season appearances. He approached Malcom's team-leading total despite missing six games.
Together, they give Colorado two proven offensive threats. Bucktooth offers the possibility of adding another scoring option as he gains experience against NLL competition.
There is competition for opportunities, too. Colorado announced a 40-player training camp roster that included 15 players who had not previously appeared for the franchise. Bucktooth's performance against Halifax gives him something to build on as the Mammoth evaluate their options.
Colorado Mammoth Seek More After Early Playoff Exit
The Mammoth finished second in the NLL's 2025-26 regular-season standings with a 12-6 record, earning a home quarterfinal.
Their postseason ended with a 12-11 overtime loss to seventh-seeded San Diego in that single-game matchup.
That finish gives Colorado a clear target for 2026-27: turn a strong regular season into a longer playoff run. Retaining Kew and Malcom preserves two major sources of offense, while Bucktooth's development could give the Mammoth another way to improve.
One exhibition performance is an early step, but three goals against Halifax make his progress worth following.
When Does The Colorado Mammoth's 2026-27 Season Start?
Colorado opens its season on the road against the Las Vegas Desert Dogs on Dec. 5, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET.
The Mammoth then visit the Calgary Roughnecks on Dec. 19 at 9 p.m. ET before hosting the Georgia Swarm in their home opener Jan. 1, 2027, at 9 p.m. ET.
How To Watch The Colorado Mammoth In 2026-27
Fans can watch the Colorado Mammoth and the 2026-27 NLL season on FloLacrosse and the FloSports app, with coverage of the regular season and playoffs.
Follow Colorado throughout the season as Bucktooth looks to turn his promising preseason start into a bigger role with the Mammoth.
How To Watch The NLL In The 2026-27 NLL Season
Fans can watch the 2026-27 National Lacrosse League season on FloLacrosse and the FloSports app.
FloLacrosse is the streaming home of the NLL, providing coverage throughout the regular season and playoffs.
FloLacrosse Archived Footage
Video footage from the event will be archived and stored in a video library for FloLacrosse subscribers to watch for the duration of their subscription.
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