CFL Hamilton Tiger-Cats

Ron Lancaster Statement

Published on August 6, 2008 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Hamilton Tiger-Cats News Release


In regards to questions surrounding the personal issues that have kept Ron Lancaster from the AM 900 CHML broadcast booth, Lancaster and the Hamilton Tiger-Cats have issued the following statement:

"As much as I love the game of football, there are some things more important than what happens on the field of play," said Lancaster. "Five years ago, I survived a battle with cancer, and now we have another battle on our hands. In July, I was given the news from my doctors that another form of cancer has appeared. Over the last few weeks I have begun radiation and chemotherapy treatments and therefore I will not be around the office at 1 Jarvis St and out in the community as much as I have been in the past. The goal is to get this taken care of and move forward just like I did five years ago. We will approach this the same way and I thank you all in advance for your kindness as I am on my path to recovery."

Ticats president Scott Mitchell added:

"We are here to help Ron persevere through this trying time and are here to support him every step of the way. We understand that Ron has touched the lives of many people throughout our community and across the country and anyone wishing to pass along their thoughts and well wishes can do so through an e-mail address that we have set up."

During this difficult time, Lancaster will not be available for media inquiries. All questions can be forwarded to Rom Halverson at rhalverson@ticats.ca or by calling 905-981-4766.

Those who wish to send their best wishes can do so by e-mailing Ron@ticats.ca.

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