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Calgary Stampeders vs Saskatchewan Roughriders
McMahon Stadium
Friday, October 20th
7:00 p.m. kickoff
Radio: Newstalk 770, SiriusXM 167
TV: TSN, ESPN3
The Calgary Stampeders have a chance to clinch first place in the West Division when they face the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday at McMahon Stadium. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.
It’s the PinkPower game presented by TELUS, featuring the annual campaign to help raise funds and awareness for the battle against women’s cancers. Limited-edition toques and scarves will be on sale for $20, with all proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society.
The Stamps (13-1-1) carry an 11-game winning streak into the contest and need one more victory to clinch the 20th regular-season division title in franchise history. The Roughriders (8-7) also have something on the line as they can clinch a playoff spot with a win.
This is the third meeting of the season between the longtime rivals. The Stamps won both previous contests – 27-10 at McMahon on July 22 and 15-9 in Regina on Sept. 24.
Calgary was a 28-25 winner in Hamilton last week while Saskatchewan dropped a 33-32 decision to the Ottawa RedBlacks at Regina’s Mosaic Stadium.
The Stamps are 7-0 at home this season and have won 17 in a row at McMahon dating back to the 2015 season. Calgary is also 7-0 against the West Division. Meanwhile, Saskatchewan is 4-4 on the road and 3-5 against divisional opposition.
Entrance Giveaway: The first 5,000 fans through the gates will receive a Stampeders cape, courtesy of TELUS.
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 honours for her contribution to Alberta Music and Culture.
Flag Bearer: RB Terry Williams
Ceremonial Coin Toss: Tom Shindruk from the Canadian Cancer Society
Reliance Home Comfort Home Hero: Constable Kevin Scott
Alumni of the Game: Randy Chevrier
Southland Kick-off Kid: Callista Bast
Calgary Sun Meet Your Favourite Stampeder: Brett Buckley is meeting Andrew Buckley
Fan Zone
Starting at 4:30 p.m., the Fan Zone will be in operation in the east parking lot across from the Ticket Office.
Stamps players Randy Richards and Julan Lynch and alumni Randy Chevrier will be signing autographs from 5 – 6 p.m.
Attractions and activities include a live DJ, the Tailgate Grill food truck, interactive sponsor activations and activities for kids of all ages.
Halftime
At halftime, there will be a bumper ball soccer game featuring the Calgary Rage women’s football team.
Stamps Store Special
Stampeders Yardline Scarf $15 (Reg. $25)
PinkPower Merchandise
Limited-edition #PinkPower Stamps merchandise will be available at the game tonight only for $20 each! Proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society.
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.