CFL Calgary Stampeders

Stamps Host Riders in Wild West Showdown

Published on July 16, 2012 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Calgary Stampeders News Release


After three games against East Division opponents to open the 2012 season, the Calgary Stampeders (1-2) play host to a West Division rival on Thursday night. The Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-0) make their first and only visit to McMahon Stadium during the 2012 regular season.

The Wild West Showdown, presented by Nissan, is the first of three regular-season meetings between the Stamps and Riders. The teams will also meet on Aug. 25 and Sept. 23 in Regina. In 2011, the Stamps went 4-0 against the Riders, winning two games in Calgary and two in Regina.

Thursday's game is subject to local blackout and fans are encouraged to visit Stampeders.com for ticket information.

Game-day experience The Stampeders have partnered with the UFC and the organizations will play host to pre-game festivities. The UFC's Octagon Nation, a mobile fan event, will be set up in the east parking lot of McMahon Stadium from 3-6 p.m. The Octagon Nation Big Rig will feature guest fighter appearances, an autograph signing with UFC fighters and Stampeders players and alumni, interactive booths and rare UFC memorabilia.

Right next to Octagon Nation will be the Stamps Fun Zone, where fans can enjoy live music, food and beverages and meet members of the Stampeder Outriders, presented by Grey Eagle Casino.

Prior to kickoff, UFC Canada director of operations Tom Wright will sing the national anthem. Wright was commissioner of the CFL from 2002-06.

The first 2,000 fans wearing red at the gates will receive a red horn, presented by Nissan. Keep an eye out for Nissan Titan trucks at any stadium entrance to receive yours.

Community sponsor

Canadian Blood Services is this week's community sponsor. CBS staff and volunteers will be set up throughout McMahon Stadium and asking fans 'What's your type?' The volunteers will be providing fans with information on how to find out their blood type and also how to donate blood. Stamps players and staff have donated blood throughout 2012 as members of the Partners for Life program.

Tickets Tickets are available for Thursday's game and fans are encouraged to get tickets through Ticketmaster (403-777-0000 or Ticketmaster.ca), the Stampeders' Ticket Office (403-289-0258 or toll free at 1-800-667-3267), Stampeders.com or by visiting local Safeway locations.

Power Packs are also available for the 2012 season. The package includes 10 ticket vouchers that can be used for any of the 2012 Stampeders home game (an additional fee applies if the tickets are used for the July 19 and Sept. 3 premium games). The Power Pack is a convenient and flexible way that offers great savings.

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