Where would you have Assiniboia ranked? This isn't a standings rankings. This is a power rankings. It's very tough for the SWAC to garner respect when they only have 3 teams in the conference. Last year Shaunavon had a great season but lost 27-5 i believe in their first game of provincials. They were one of a couple undefeated teams but they obviously weren't in the top 2 or 3 in the province.
Word is that some of the teams in the SWAC might play an exhibition game or two during the year. That may help their ranking but the SWAC will need a good showing in provincials to really garner the respect some feel they deserve.
I for one would like to seem them do well in provincials and I'd like to see them play someone outside their conference. This is one reason why I favour one non-conference game each season.