CFL Toronto Argonauts

Road Warrior Argonauts Return Home to Host Ticats

Published on October 2, 2013 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Toronto Argonauts News Release


Toronto - After a record setting four game road trip packed with feats of heroism by your Argonauts superheroes, Argos football, presented by Desjardins, returns to Rogers Centreat long last! The Argonauts host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats this Friday, October 4 at 7:00 p.m. in an Epic Battle of Ontario with a chance to clinch a home playoff game on the line.

It's been more than a month since the Double Blue have played in front of their home fans. Since they last suited up in Toronto, the Argonauts became the first team in CFL history to win four consecutive road games, clinched a spot in the 2013 Grey Cup Playoffs (a win this week would clinch a home playoff game for the Argos) and set a new club for consecutive road wins in a single season (6). The sensational play of QB Zach Collaros has taken the league by storm as he has become the first Argos player since 2010 to earn CFL Player of the Month (September). "Kack Attack" Chad Kackert returned to the line-up and immediately took home CFL Offensive Player of the Week honours, while "The Human Torch" John Chiles continues to use his blazing speed - finding the endzone in four of his past five games. Pat "The Punisher" Watkins comes home with the CFL lead in interceptions (5), and Marcus "Wolverine" Ball scored his first pick-six of the year last week in Edmonton!

Friday's game is presented by Purolator and fans are reminded to bring a non-perishable food item or cash to any gate for donation to the Purolator Tackle Hunger Food Drive in support of Toronto Daily Bread Food Bank. As part of the initiative, the Grey Cup trophy will be stationed at Gate 6 where fans can pose for pictures!

Fans should plan to arrive to the game by 5:00 p.m. and head over to Gate 11 to party at the all-ages Frank's RedHot Pre-Game Tailgate. Enjoy the interactive activities and music, and be sure to pick up a sausage from Marc Angelo Foods.

Once everyone is settled in their seats, actors Jessica Tyler and Luke Bilyk from the hit TV show Degrassi will make their way to mid-field for the ceremonial coin toss. The Salvation Army Choir will sing the national anthem and players from the Mississauga Football League will line the fan tunnel to welcome the home squad.

Halftime will be packed with entertainment! Juno award nominee and great Canadian crooner Matt Dusk will performon the field athalftimein preparationfor hisOctober 25 live show at the Winter Garden Theatrein downtown Toronto. He will be supported by none other than the Argos Cheerleaders, presented by Toronto Sun. Members of the Argonauts Junior Cheer program will also take the field as halftime gets underway.

October 4 will be special for Argonauts fans as it marks the 140th anniversary of the founding of the team. The team of rowers, who would stay fit during the off-season by playing rugby, officially formed the club on October 4, 1873 and played their first game on October 11, 1873 against the University of Toronto.

Players from the Runnymede C.I. Red Ravens -thenewest addition to the Argonauts' Level the Playing Field program, presented by Tim Hortons - will be included throughout this week's game day. Red Ravens players will join the Argonauts for player introductions, energize the crowd by running touchdown flags up and down the sidelines with every Argos major and one player is expected to be honoured as this Champion of Change recipient as part of the team's award-winning Huddle Up Bullying Prevention Program, presented by Tim Hortons.

Fans are invited to join Argos players and members of the Argos Cheerleaders at the Official Post-Game Party at Shoeless Joe's Sports Grill at 276 King Street West, for special food and drink deals!

There are just three regular season Argonauts home games remaining in 2013 - be th er e for every touchdown and every big play! Fans can purchase the Fall Four Pack by calling 416-341-ARGO (2746). Ticket information is also available by visiting ticketmaster.ca or argonauts.ca.

The Toronto Argonauts are North America's oldest professional football club, celebrating their 140th anniversary in 2013. As Toronto's #1 community team through player involvement and community programs, the Toronto Argonauts, a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL), have 16 Grey Cup championships to their credit. For 2013 season ticket and group sales packages, please contact the sales team at (416) 341-ARGO. For more information on the Toronto Argonauts Football Club, please visit argonauts.ca.

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