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News August 28, 2016

It’s Game Day!

Calgary Stampeders vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats presented by Rocky Mountain Equipment

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McMahon Stadium
Sunday, August 28
5  p.m. kickoff
Radio: Newstalk 770, SiriusXM 167
TV: TSN, ESPN3

The Calgary Stampeders return to McMahon Stadium on Sunday to take on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The game, presented by Rocky Mountain Equipment, kicks off at 5 p.m.
 
The Stamps (6-1-1) are on a seven-game unbeaten streak including five consecutive victories. They hold a three-point lead over the BC Lions for first place in the West Division heading into Week 10.
 
The Ticats (4-4) are tied with Toronto for second place in a hotly contested East Division. 
 
Both clubs are coming off convincing Week 9 victories as the Stamps claimed a 37-9 win at BC on Friday while on Saturday in Hamilton, the Ticats thumped Saskatchewan 53-7.
 
This is the first meeting of the season between Calgary and Hamilton. In 2015, the Stamps swept the season series with a 24-23 victory at McMahon on June 26 and a 23-20 decision on Oct. 2 in Steeltown.

Gate giveaway: 5,000 Cowbells courtesy of Rocky Mountain Equipment

National Anthem: Justine Tyrell – Born and raised in Calgary, Justine has taken the stage for many notable events, galas, benefits, and concerts throughout Canada and has received nominations and honors for her contribution to Alberta Music and Culture.

Flag Bearer:  Running back Charlie Power

Coin Toss: Olympians Erica Wiebe (Wrestling), Jay Blankenau (Volleyball), Yuri Kisil (Swimming), Maria Bernard (Athletics), Jasmine Mian (Wrestling) and Jessica O’Connell (Athletics)

Ceremonial Kickoff: Representative from Rocky Mountain Equipment

Southland Transportation Kickoff Kid: 12-year old Kayleigh

Calgary Sun Meet Your Favourite Stampeder: 13-year-old Teegan will meet Junior Turner

TELUS #AllHeartStamps Hero of the Game: Major Glen Parent

In Memoriam: Moment of silence for Lovell Coleman

Family Day

Today is Family Day at McMahon Stadium!

The pre-game fun kicks off early at 2 p.m. in the Ram Fan Zone located on the South Practice Field at McMahon and is free to attend with a game ticket. There will be fun for kids of all ages with interactive inflatables, high-energy entertainment and tons of activities.

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Ram Fan Zone

The pre-game activity starts three hours prior to kickoff at 5 p.m. in the Ram Fan Zone, located on the South Practice Field.

  • Stampeders player autographs with DL Zach Minter and REC Joe West
  • Music with live DJ Nitro
  • Partner games and giveaways
  • Opportunity to enter Ram’s King of the Field contest for a chance to win a 2016 Ram 1500 Sport truck
  • YYC food trucks
  • Free photo booth
  • Outriders dance team
  • Prize wheel for a chance to win a free World Health membership
  • Visit the Stamps Kids Club sponsor booth, Summit Kids, to learn more about upcoming fall programming and becoming a Kids Club member

 

Outriders Calendar ON SALE!

Pick up your copy of the hottest calendar in the CFL and show your support for the Calgary Stampeders Outriders!

Calendars are $20 each and available for purchase at the Stamps Store or directly from the Outriders at all home games. You can also click here to purchase a calendar online.

All proceeds will go towards sending the Outriders to the 104th Grey Cup in Toronto. 

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Community partner: KidSport

The official charity partner for today’s game is KidSport.

KidSport is a national not-for-profit organization that provides financial assistance for registration fees and equipment to kids aged 18 and under. Since its creation in 1993, more than 530,000 kids across the country have been given the chance to play sport through KidSport grants and sport introduction programming.

Representatives form KidSport will be stationed at the end of the LRT walkway to meet with fans and distribute information about the organization.

Halftime: Little Miss Outrider

The halftime show features Little Miss Outriders, presented by Jayman BUILT. Aspiring cheerleaders aged 5-18 will take to the field to perform a special routine with the Outriders.

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McGrattan vs. the Cow 

By popular demand, former Flames player Brian McGrattan will race the Cowboys Casino World’s Fastest Cow.

After attending the Stamps’ home-opener against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on July 1, McGrattan issued a challenge to the Cow on Twitter and a contract was soon negotiated.

Stamps Store Special

Stampeders Fireworks Raglan T-Shirt $15 (Reg. $35)

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Stampeders Kids Club

The Stampeders have teamed up with Summit Kids to present the Kids Club. Stop by the tent in the North concourse behind sections J and K to learn more about the program and to register. Memberships are just $30 for the entire season and include, among other things, an official membership card and lanyard, a 30-per cent discount voucher for the Stamps Store (one-time use) and a Kids Club starter pack that includes a Stamps drawstring backpack, a Summit Kids cowbell, eye-blacks, temporary tattoos, an autograph pen, a mini-football and an exclusive Kids Club t-shirt. You can also register online by clicking here.

50/50 presented by REMAX

Don’t forget to buy your 50/50 tickets at the game! Look for the sellers in the bright yellow aprons throughout McMahon Stadium from the time gates open until the end of halftime.

A friendly reminder to our fans – Calgary Transit will be doing maintenance at Rundle Station on Sunday which may cause time delays when commuting to the game. As an alternative, the blue line C-Train will use a single track at Rundle Station for service in both directions and operate every 15 minutes. Please check the Calgary Transit website for any further updates.