[MG1]

Looks like the CFL survived COVID. In pursuit of the Grey Cup. The oldest professional football trophy in North America. This will be the 109th, I believe. Want to see BC Lions engraved on it, hee hee.......... not likely.

Anyway, looking forward to the games. Like I've mentioned before, win or lose, I'll always follow them. This will be the second year without our family friend, Kato, on the sidelines. RIP.

https://www.bclions.com

Roar, Lions, ROAR!!


Addendum: This year's Grey Cup game will be held in Kisiskatchewanisipi (Saskatchewan, for you non indigenous guys, lol).

[N.V.M.]

I might go to a game or two now that I haven't smoked in a couple years.

[MG1]

Last season tailgating was not allowed............ just did a search and found this. I imagine it's from years ago

https://bclionsden.ca/tailgating/



Then, there's Calgary..........

https://www.stampeders.com/tailgating/

[N.V.M.]

no fun allowed in Vancouver, right. I went to a Stamps game a few years ago,and got right lit before the game, and scarfing down burgers and dogs. John Hufnagel came by and made sure we were having fun, no way that would happen here.

[MG1]

I dearly miss Empire Stadium. Hell, I even miss watching hockey at the Pacific Colosseum. Oh, and baseball at the Nat.

[68style]

I thought I missed hockey at the PC for awhile after they moved, but it’s actually a pretty abysmal place, especially by todays standards.

[MG1]

I was referring to the atmosphere of those places. Venues have to keep up with the times. Technology, creature comforts, etc. Empire Stadium. The view of the mountains. Then again, the rain, lol. Fans would be crying the blues.

[N.V.M.]

I was referring to the atmosphere of those places. Venues have to keep up with the times. Technology, creature comforts, etc. Empire Stadium. The view of the mountains. Then again, the rain, lol. Fans would be crying the blues.

go bet on some horses, the atmosphere at the track still wreaks of the old days.

[Hondaracer]

go bet on some horses, the atmosphere at the track still wreaks of the old days.

They are the one venues that have actually adapted to the times. At least prior to Covid. They were attracting a younger demographic and actually doing a much better job with cheap beers, etc. than the Lions had previously.

A friend mentioned they will have $20 tickets this season? Might be a step in the right direction

[MG1]

Friday is game day......... the Green are in town. 7:00 pm.

Blue Jays game could be over by then.

[MG1]

Looking forward to Nathan Roarke. Canadian QB. Like, wow!

Kickoff about to start


Orange is the new green...................


Realistically, Saskatchewan is going to roll over BC.

[pastarocket]

The Lions win! Home game opener victory against the Green Riders!

20-18! It's only a pre-season victory though. An early sign of a winning season?

Roar Lions roar!

[68style]

^ They got hammered the game before against Calgary I think didn't they? like by 40 points or more lol

[MG1]

That wasn’t the season opener.

That’s why both starting QBs played less than a full game. The other QB for BC, another Canadian, did a decent job. Is it just me, or are the play by play, color, and panel sound like they’re high on drugs or something. It’s like they’re overdoing things a bit. TSN camera work was pretty good. Crisp and sharp. Way better than Sportsnet. Now if you can get coverage of TSN with announcers from Sportsnet (at least Blue Jays staff), it’d be pretty awesome.

Next game will be the season opener. Against the Elks at BC Place Stadium. Should be Edmonton Elk and not Elks, yes? Like Toronto Maple Leaves, lol.

Sitting in McDonalds in Ferndale mooching off their Wi-Fi. Hee hee………..

[winson604]

That wasn’t the season opener.

That’s why both starting QBs played less than a full game. The other QB for BC, another Canadian, did a decent job. Is it just me, or are the play by play, color, and panel sound like they’re high on drugs or something. It’s like they’re overdoing things a bit. TSN camera work was pretty good. Crisp and sharp. Way better than Sportsnet. Now if you can get coverage of TSN with announcers from Sportsnet (at least Blue Jays staff), it’d be pretty awesome.

Next game will be the season opener. Against the Elks at BC Place Stadium. Should be Edmonton Elk and not Elks, yes? Like Toronto Maple Leaves, lol.

Sitting in McDonalds in Ferndale mooching off their Wi-Fi. Hee hee………..

I'm not Lions fan per say but definitely just a fan of wanting to see our local teams have success. I'll keep tabs of all our teams and watch highlights at the very least. I heard the lower bowl was selling really well so they might consider opening up the top? Would be nice to see a solid crowd it has looked sad for so long.

[68style]

I’m going to the game on Saturday

[MG1]

Awesome, let us know how crazy, or not, the fans get. I love CFL football games. You are expected to go crazy..................

[Hondaracer]

Surprised they are selling out, haven’t really seen much change in terms of marketing etc.

[whitev70r]

I've got tix ... wife's company was raffling off 50 tickets and we won 2. Maybe a lot of corporate giveaways to get to near sold out status? There is absolutely nothin about the BC Lions that should generate any buzz ... no big name signings, no promising results, etc.

[Hondaracer]

The new owner and the commissioner got completely grilled by Halford and Brough on 650 these past weeks. The commissioner basically said “we need to get younger fans” without any sort of plan

Doman, the new owner seemed a little more optimistic but he really didn’t lay out anything substantial that made me want to go. Honestly a sold out lions crowd is almost a deterrent to me going lol.. If the upper bowl is open I may be more willing to go and have some space In the section, but then again it turns into a big hassle with concessions etc. if they just half ass open the upper bowl and funnel everyone to 2 concessions it totally ruins the experience

[winson604]

So what was the Big Lions news if any recently? I recall an interview with the new owner say maybe 4 months ago? He said there was something big coming but he can't reveal it yet. So what was it lol

[Hondaracer]

Some sort of concert that hasn’t been advertised? Lol

[whitev70r]

One Republic ... 30 mins concert before game.

https://www.bclions.com/2022/05/05/global-pop-sensation-onerepublic-to-rock-vancouver-for-lions-season-kickoff/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_GDKLZVCftM

[68style]

Bif Naked too!!

Good lord how old is she now??

[mikemhg]

BC Lions is actually my client, I'm having lunch with their head office folks in July.

I'll pick their brains to see what the hell has changed, outside of new ownership of course.

The new owner is young and engaged, so I'm sure they have a good plan ahead.

[murd0c]

I didn't realize until the other morning that the Lions get zero profit from the concession sales. I honestly think that's a complete load of BS. How can a major sports team not get a cut of the sales for all the food/beer sales.

[Hondaracer]

Because pavco or whatever owns BC place unlike the aqualinis and rogers arena.

Yea it’s pretty fucked and also why the concessions are so bad, they don’t really have an interest in over staffing when it’s basically just doing the lions a favour

[pastarocket]

Roar Lions roar! Lions are winning 42-6 haha.

Butler with a couple of TDs.

Nathan Rourke is playing quite well.

The Lions are eating up the Elks now.


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[MG1]

For the love of Andorian Ale............ tired from replacing fence panels, I took a seniors nap. Woke up and realized I missed the Lions season opener. Thankfully, I recorded it and thankfully, the concert wasted some time. Didn't miss much. Dat Nathan Rourke's mom.......... nice.

To sum up the game so far, "The Butler did it!"

[whitev70r]

Roar Lions roar! Lions are winning 42-6 haha.

Butler with a couple of TDs.

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Correction Butler #24 with 4 ...2 runs and 2 catches.

[MG1]

Usually, it's the Lions that get charged with stupid penalties. The Elks are shooting themselves in the foot tonight.

TJ Lee got ripped off. Down by contact?

Fans are loving' this game. This is what we need - a team that brings it!


Uh........... Nathan's mom, grandma, and great grandma at the game........... yikes. Cougar, and Wildcat. Gotta have a lion in there somewhere. Oh, that'd be Nathan.


Impressive, he is. Shai Ross.........

https://www.thestar.com/sports/football/cfl/2022/04/05/edmonton-elks-receiver-shai-ross-turns-heads-with-barbell-backflip-videos.html?rf

I wANder how many tooks that take to get the oreo dip, clip..........

[pastarocket]

This Lions beatdown of the Elks is impressive!

It’s been how long since BC had a lopsided win over an opposing team?


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[pastarocket]

-good to see two Canadian QBs play in the same game. Rourke starting the game and Michael O’Connor getting some reps as the backup near the end of the game.


59 points from the offence Hahhaha.

Four interceptions for the Lions defence.


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[MG1]

This Lions beatdown of the Elks is impressive!

It’s been how long since BC had a lopsided win over an opposing team?


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Having followed the Lions for nearly six decades..............my answer. A few times. On the other end of the scale, many, many times, hee hee.

I think the word "lopsided" was created to describe the losses by the lions.

[68style]

Game was fun, went down early like 5:30 and saw Bif Naked solid show nice crowd lots of British chavs around in skinny jeans everywhere drinking liquor out of pop bottles lol not sure why there were so any of them there… One Republic put on a good little show crowd was into it lots of younger and old people, big mix, game was a route haha… entertainment was solid I have to say they did a really good job.

[68style]

https://i.imgur.com/ujEc3ms.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/y563M5b.jpg

[Hondaracer]

So what changed in the in-game presentation?

[68style]

At least yesterday there was a Guest DJ she kept things bumpin… they have a new mascot named Roary who’s much more agile…. The cheerleaders are now called the “Uproar Dance Team” instead of “Lions Pride” and they have a lot of fun video segments on the crowd… giveaways… people were really getting into the songs like Bohemian Rhapsody they kept going to diff people and they’re all going crazy… they did a “Show your Simba” thing and everyone in the crowd was holding their kids out like the Lion King movie scene etc

Not sure if this is all just cuz it’s the home opener or not though.

[winson604]

This Lions beatdown of the Elks is impressive!

It’s been how long since BC had a lopsided win over an opposing team?


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Funny enough their last game, their last game of the season last year which they won 43-10 against you guessed it, Edmonton lol.

[SkinnyPupp]

I am finally getting around to watching the Elks game and.. LUL

Not even halftime and we're up 42-6

How about James Butler! Wow

Just complete destruction (watch it end 50-42 or something)

[SkinnyPupp]

-good to see two Canadian QBs play in the same game.

Maybe, but Arbuckle was brutal lol

[MG1]

After a week off, the Lions have a homer against the Argo's. 7:00 pm game time.........

Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!

[MG1]

Damn............. kept the Argos from crossing the goal line twice from the one yard line. How the hell did Toronto not get it done? Zero points. Big turnover. Hope this is sign of things to come. D Fence getting it done. Roarke is amazing 7-0 so far and knocking at the door again. 17-3 lead now. Stay healthy, stay healthy, stay healthy.............

Bobbled snap, haven't seen that in a while.

20 -3 lead at the half.

Really physical game. Quite a few Lions injured. On a side note. BC has always had great kickers. Lui Passaglia was a legend. Most points scored by any football player ever, in any league. Flintoft is carrying on that tradition. Averaging 61+ yards. Sean Whyte not too shabby (South Surrey Rams and Semiahmoo Secondary graduate).

Back to Passaglia........... amazing record.

https://bcsportshall.com/honoured_member/lui-passaglia/

Gotta mention him at least once every year in a BC Lions thread.

[whitev70r]

Kid, Nathan Rourke, sets a CFL passing record for most yards in a game (436 yds) in a 44-3 beating ... not bad!

https://www.tsn.ca/nathan-rourke-bc-lions-toronto-argonauts-record-passing-yards-by-canadian-qb-1.1817800

[MG1]

Judging by the amount of children and young folk in the crowd, looks like the owner is doing a great job of promoting the CFL. Plenty of children involved in playing football already. By bringing them out to games to watch a successful team that features local talent? Gold.

As for the injuries suffered by the Lions yesterday, I hope Bo Lokombo is doing okay. When he came over as a kid in middle school, he towered over the rest of the boys. When he played for Mouat Secondary, everyone knew he’d make it as a professional athlete.

[MG1]

Lions vs Redblacks in Ottawa

Masoli vs Roarke


Mike Benevides is Ottawa's defensive coordinator, so we should be good, lol.


Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!

[MG1]

Damn, 50 yard TD by Roarke............ as in he ran it in. Kid Canada. Really? I guess that name is gonna stick.

[MG1]

The real test. Home game vs the Blue Bombers. Last year's Grey Cup Champions.

If we can keep up with Winnipeg, that would be a positive. Kickoff in a few minutes.............. on TSN. 211.



For the love of Mother Mary, Winnipeg 7-0 lead on a kickoff return (first play). Untouched 76 yarder.


Well, looks like uphill all the way. Down 21-0 at end of first quarter. Comeback is not possible against a team like Winnipeg. Knew Lions would lose today, but not by a huge margin. Oh well. First major was a kickoff return, but when Roarke got picked off, it was sign of things to come.

[MG1]

Oh - My - Fucking - God!!!

SUBWAY!!!!!! Stop airing your retarded ads. Featuring the biggest fucktard of all time, Mark, I'll Mess You Up, Messier. This is BC. He is public enemy number one. Until you stop airing that commercial I, along with Canucks fans from past, present, and future, will never step inside another Subway Restaurant again. FFS.............. /rant.

[N.V.M.]

I've seen Messier really injure players,seriously. back in the day during the playoffs, nothing got called and he knew it. his stick was like a knife.

[MG1]

Dirty player. Win at all cost. Out to injure players on purpose. Asshole............. in other words. Butt, he gets all the glory, the cup, etc. A prime example of life is not fair.

Anyway, Collaros > Kid Canada.

Back to back Grey Cup champion. Nuff said.

[MG1]

LOL at commentator........... next week is game of the Albeatens.

[MG1]

Game tonight vs the Ti-Cats. 7:00 pm start time. Three bye weeks. Only one left - week 21.

Roarke throwing interceptions, not a good thing. Still, dude is a beast.

Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!

[whitev70r]

Poor kid QB Rourke ...injured foot in recent game and has to have surgery. He was having a helluva a year statistically... had potential to approach Doug Flutie records.

He may get poached by NFL next year.

[Hondaracer]

We’ll RIP any gains the lions got with the fans thus far lol. What a terrible time to be out

[68style]

Said he might make it back for the end of the season doing the surgery now

[whitev70r]

Sask 23 - BC 16 ... that Nathan QB kid IS the difference!

[MG1]

Lions did alright. If whatshisnuts (second string QB) didn't get injured, they might have pulled it off.

[MG1]

Totally winnable game today. Lions just need to stop taking stupid penalties and make poor decisions. Pipkin is pretty good and the offence can make the difference.

Anyway, going to watch the Jays game.


Wait, Vernon Adams is in. Okay, Jays can wait for a while. lol.

I can stream on iPad and watch the other game on the television.......... ADHD, nuff said.


Yikes. Lions not doing well. Time to watch a winning team. Go, Jays, GO!!!!

[whitev70r]

Can someone school me ... what are the rules for OT in CFL? BC and Calgary went into OT, BC scores TD ... why did they go for the 2 pt attempt?

Was that just a ballzy move ... get the 2 pt and make Calgary match? Or can you even kick for pt after?

[N.V.M.]

I think the rules say the HAVE to go for the 2 point convert.

[MG1]

BC Lions vs Calgary Stamps.

Dude who hit Lucky Whitehead is not in tomorrow's game. One game suspension.

https://bc.ctvnews.ca/bc-lions-players-involved-in-post-game-altercation-with-opposing-team-police-say-1.6076267

[MG1]

Not sure how the Cannots are doing, as I have yet to watch any of their games, but the Lions are doing alright.

Up 24-7 against the Elks at the end of first half..........

Win tonight's game and the Lions will get home field advantage in the Western Semi-Finals.

With Nathan Rourke about to come back, along with other injured players, things are looking up.


Such a shame that Rourke got injured, 'cause he was on pace to set some amazing records.

[pastarocket]

Good news! Sarah McLachlan will sing “O Canada” before the Western semi final this week.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221101/09325729e721a4db04fe1dc6bce21223.jpg


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[68style]

Wow she has had some WORK done if that is her

[whitev70r]

Well ... what are your thoughts on the semi-final tomorrow between BC and Calgary? Both teams are at 12-6, pretty even.

As much as I would like to see Lions advance, I thought Rourke was a bit rusty last week. Hoping for the best but bracing for the worst.

[MG1]

Don't drop the ball and don't take any stupid penalties.

Pretty simple. It's good to see the running game being a thing this year. QB sneak here and there would keep the opponents guessing. No Lucky Whitehead, but Burnham is in.


Steven who? LOL. Sarah did a good job. Lost her voice a bit in the end, but man, at her age, she still sings well. Breathing at the right places and without being totally obvious.......

[MG1]

OMFG!!!!!


I can't believe it. Pretty gutsy call. TD on a short yardage throw by Pipkin. Even more amazing was the throw by Rourke to Burnham on the play before that. That was classic.

[MG1]

300+ yards for Rourke. Damn..............


HE'S BAAAACCKKKKKKKKk!!!!................. sort of. Not quite 100%.

[pastarocket]

Go Lions go! On to Winnipeg!

Maul those Bombers!

Rourke played well.

Great play calling from the Lions offence today.

Pipkin faked the third down punt to throw for a TD.


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[whitev70r]

Good job BC Lions, great solid win. Impressed with Rourke.

Not sure about their chances against the Grey Cup champs Blue Bombers but hope for a good competitive game to the end and see what happens.

[MG1]

Yeah, the Bombers are a force to be reckoned with...........

Get past them and the Grey Cup is ours.

That pinpoint throw to Burnham was spectacular. And, no interceptions by Rourke. Some close calls, but damn, our receivers are up to the task. Even that newly acquired receiver, Collins came through with some good catches.

The front four and the defensive front. What can you say? If everyone on the roster is 100%, Lions can pull it off.

[SkinnyPupp]

I tried to watch the game, but the source I downloaded had this high pitch screeching throughout the broadcast.. Like it wasn't on during the commercials, only the game. So I couldn't watch it unfortunately, but I'm glad they won! I'll give the Western finals another try next week.

[SumAznGuy]

I loved the play in the second quarter where it was third and 5.
They were able to trick one of the Calgary players to go offside. That was a gutsy play.

[MG1]

The weather is going to be a big factor. Lions used to playing under the dome and not in the snow. Equipment and preparation is the key.

Up against a team that is destined for a threepeat. Blue Bombers live in conditions like this. Cold is a friend, lol.

Stanger things have happened, though. Gotta stay positive.


Go, Lions, GO!!!!

[MG1]

Close call............. blocked punt. Winnipeg recovers, but penalty of roughing the kicker gives ball back to Lions. Rourke is not right in this weather. Almost intercepted. Lions down 0-6.



WTF????????? Lions recover a fumble off a Flintoff kickoff.

Lions at the 5 of Blue Bombers.


Pipkin TD!!!!! That guy just ploughed through the entire Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Lions up 7-6.


All I can say is, "WAH!!!!!!!!!"

[MG1]

Missed convert kick return all the way back into Blue Bombers end zone. Only 2 points......... sad, but better than nothing.

Lions still in it, but they're running out of time.

That Flintoff worth every penny.

BC running game not doing well today. In a game that is won or lost with the running game.

[MG1]

Had a chance till the very end........... the crowd made a big difference. Should'a, could'a, might'a............ good season.

More than a few missed opportunities. The Bombers are just way too good. They better win it all. Toronto. Nuff said.

[whitev70r]

Missed convert kick return all the way back into Blue Bombers end zone. Only 2 points......... sad, but better than nothing.


Disappointed but kinda saw it coming, Winnipeg is solid but score looked close, didn't watch the game, was it as close as the score reflected?

On that play where he ran it all the way, should he have stopped and gone down at the 1 yd line and let the offense take over and run it in? I mean the avg fan don't know the rules but a player should.. would require pretty high CFL IQ though.

[MG1]

I think it being a missed convert, the scoring is different. If he stops running at any point, the opposition just ends up kicking the ball back to BC from the kickoff position. 2 points is lost and that's it.

If it were a missed field goal or punt, it would be different. That's my take on it.


and, yes, it was a close game in that BC dropped the ball many times. 2 of the dropped balls were close interceptions. The outcome might have been different. Winnipeg had better hand warmers than the Lions, I'm afraid. Got to use Zippo hand warmers and not cheap, made in chinar crap, gulolol. Actually, Zippo hand warmers are made in chinar, hee hee, hue hue, pew pew. I know, 'cause I have one.


BTW, those chemical hand warmers you buy from Costco are pretty darn good. Put a few of those in each kangaroo pouch and you're good to go.


At the end of the game, Rourke looked composed, but soon after, when Burnham approached him for a hug, dude just completely fell apart. I felt so badly for him. He's young and he's just starting out. He'll be back with a vengeance. Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!

[whitev70r]

Talk of whether Rourke will be coming back ... is he a free agent, or will he be poached by NFL?

[MG1]

NFL for sure, at first, but when that doesn’t work out, there’s always the CFL as a backup plan. I’m pretty sure it’ll be as a Lion.

[whitev70r]

Well, that didn't take long! Good luck.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1592561290102177792

[SkinnyPupp]

Talk about home field advantage holy shit!

Hope Rourke gets a shot in the NFL or XFL where he can make some money. Otherwise it would be great for Lions fans if he came back

[whitev70r]

TB12 https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-buccaneers-tom-brady-gives-a-massive-hint-on-his-careers-future-20221115-0033.html

During his Let's go podcast on Monday, Tom Brady talked about his next step. For everybody's surprise, he wants to play in another league as he has a 4-0 record when playing outside the United States.

"I'm hoping I can get to go to play in the CFL at some point and really see what I can make of myself up there," Brady said. "Because things have gone pretty well outside the country."

[quasi]

Well, that didn't take long! Good luck.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1592561290102177792

Wish him the best but he's got a long road to have any chance of even being a backup somewhere. The issue is teams generally do not give chances to guys that either don't have NFL experience, were not drafted by them or were not a high draft pick for another team at the QB position.

There are only a few examples of QB's over the last 50 years, Warren Moon being the most obvious one, Doug Flutie got to go back to the NFL and play for Buffalo after dominating the CFL from 90 to 97 but even he lost his job the second the starter was available even though Flutie was the better player. When teams use draft picks on QB's they are very hesitant to bench them in favour of free agent signings.

Remember when Casey Printers went to the Chiefs? He was the 2nd best QB on that team but he got cut in favour of Huard, an NFL journeyman with arguably less skill.

Hope he goes there and proves me wrong and lands somewhere, financially he'll be so much better off and the Riders won't have to face him 2-3 times a year. :)

[mikemhg]

TB12 https://bolavip.com/en/nfl/nfl-news-buccaneers-tom-brady-gives-a-massive-hint-on-his-careers-future-20221115-0033.html

During his Let's go podcast on Monday, Tom Brady talked about his next step. For everybody's surprise, he wants to play in another league as he has a 4-0 record when playing outside the United States.

"I'm hoping I can get to go to play in the CFL at some point and really see what I can make of myself up there," Brady said. "Because things have gone pretty well outside the country."

Wot????

To see Brady in the CFL would be absolutely bizarre.

That makes no literal sense.

[whitev70r]

^ yah ... he said it on a podcast. Why would he? But sure, if he wants to play till he's 50 up here in BC ... c'mon up.

[68style]

TB12 is legit going mental... all he does is lose lose lose these days, everything he touches turns to shit or makes him look like shit right now.

Can't say I feel all that sorry for him though lol

[SkinnyPupp]

He's just joking because he's played in 4 different countries when the NFL does games there, and has won all of them

[MG1]

For the love of Jenny McCarthy's............. assets. Totally forgot about the Grey Cup game.

Missed the half time show and the anthem.......... did not record the game. Maybe reruns later.

Great........... 11:00 pm


Wow, 102 yard return for a TD!!!

I hope Winnipeg wins the Grey Cup. The city really needs something to be positive about.

[whitev70r]

I hope Winnipeg wins the Grey Cup. The city really needs something to be positive about.

^ so does the Toronto fan base ... :lol

Really good game going on at the 4th quarter mark. That's the thing with CFL ... almost always an exciting finish.

[pastarocket]

What a Grey Cup game!

Blocked field goal! Argos are gonna win the Grey Cup!

It looked like Toronto almost shot themselves in the foot when the Argos got a penalty for face mask on the Bombers QB. LUL

Congrats to the Argos! Grey Cup champs.

The Bombers dynasty is over.

Big game TDs from A.J. Ouellette.

-love his honesty when he answered the field reporter’s question:

“I’m so fuckin proud of this team” :lawl:

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[whitev70r]

1 blocked FG by WPG, 1 tip by Toronto to save the game. Bravo ... congrats to Argos! Great finish, so much drama in the last 2 mins.

Did Toronto finish with backup QB? I just started watching in the middle of the 4th Q

[MG1]

Toronto is a city of champions. A handful of Stanley Cups, Grey Cups, and two freaking World Series (back to back). Oh, shit. Forgot about the Raptors. NBA Champions.

So solly, Winnipeg. No three peat for you.

[SkinnyPupp]

What a finish! Back to back FG blocks! LOL

[SkinnyPupp]

MG1 I don't know if you're still around, but I hope you got to see the finish to that Ottawa/Winnipeg game just now!

[MG1]

I'm really liking what the new owner has done. Wow, he has other owners around the league paying attention.

Tailgate parties are back and it's cool to be a Lions fan again.


Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!!!!



The only buzz kill for me watching the games on television is TSN. Nuff said.



At least they're broadcasting CFL games, so thankful for that, I guess.

[punkwax]

Took my boy to the Famfest game a couple of weeks ago and the new owner was having a blast in the suite behind us dancing and just having a great time.

Awesome to see.

[MG1]

Stuff like that trickles down................

Like I've said before. Win or lose, the Lions are a great organization and team to follow and believe in.

[68style]

I forgot they were even playing again to be honest... looked them up and saw they're 5-1 and that Rourke isn't even around anymore/went to Jacksonville, who the heck is this another new guy that's pretty good!

[MG1]

Vernon Adams Jr. (Not from Vernon, BC, gulolol).

He came to the Lions via Mount Royal Alouettes last year. Smart move on the Lions part. Adams has been around for quite some time. Back and forth between teams, always coming back to Montreal.

Anyway, not sure who the backup QB is. Injuries can be devastating for a team.

[MG1]

Dane Evans the backup QB to Adams Jr. is doing a decent job in this game, but friggin' hell............... the Elks are shooting themselves in the foot. 130+ yards in penalties so far in the first half.

16-0 for BC at Half Time.

[pastarocket]

Go Lions go! Roar Lions roar! Shutout win!

Edmonton Elks suck hahaha.

How bad is that team at home?

The Elks have the record for the longest home losing streak in professional North American sports.


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[MG1]

I've never felt so sorry for a team. I called a good friend of mine today. He lives in Edmonton and is a big fan. I told him this might be the end of the losing streak. It's almost like an Armenian curse has been put on them. Touchdown called back. The interceptions, fumbles, etc. Stupid penalties.

[punkwax]

The fans in the stands wearing paper bags on their heads :lol

[winson604]

I've never felt so sorry for a team. I called a good friend of mine today. He lives in Edmonton and is a big fan. I told him this might be the end of the losing streak. It's almost like an Armenian curse has been put on them. Touchdown called back. The interceptions, fumbles, etc. Stupid penalties.

Lol the Lions had their first shutout since 1977 earlier in the season against you guessed it the Elks and they get another shutout today against yup the Elks.

[MG1]

The fans in the stands wearing paper bags on their heads :lol

From hyperventilating, amirite?

[mikemhg]

I've never felt so sorry for a team. I called a good friend of mine today. He lives in Edmonton and is a big fan. I told him this might be the end of the losing streak. It's almost like an Armenian curse has been put on them. Touchdown called back. The interceptions, fumbles, etc. Stupid penalties.

At least they got Ashley Callingbull as their spokesperson, she's hot as fuck.

[68style]

She has a sister that's just as hot too...

[MG1]

Brutal game. Blue Bombers are a much better team. On paper and in play. Blue Bombers were caught off guard the last game.

This game is a write off. That pass interference call, like W-T-F? Cooper just panicked. So much for the doughnut boys...........

Anyway, Evans throwing interceptions left, right, and right down the middle. Oh well, it is what it is............. prepared for a blow out. Next game at home against the Stamps. Hopefully, the Lions will get their shit together. Come back angry.

[SkinnyPupp]

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1690521778089598977

[MG1]

Was at the game today and saw that on the mumbo jumbo tron. Fans loved it, but some tears.......... of joy for him.

On a side note. The alumni cheering squad. Damn, they're good. Still got the moves. So coordinated and choreography was good, too. So distracting............ trying to watch the game here, ladies.

[MG1]

Game Time!

Not a great start, but game is young.

Green TD after a turnover. Mosaic is always loud - no exception today.


Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!!

[SkinnyPupp]

Yikes

[MG1]

Yeah, it's going to be one of those games where everything goes wrong. Not looking good. Going to be a long game for Adams Jr.

Oh well. One half left to turn it around.

[MG1]

Valiant effort. Can't win 'em all.


What's with Perkins? Trying to throw the game? Gulolololol.

[whitev70r]

WHAT is happening ... 2 weeks in a row, losing to a lesser team!

[MG1]

They are following the way of the vanhoover cannots.


Doughnut Boys take on a hole new meaning............. defence is full of holes.

[whitev70r]

Nathan Rourke released/waived by Jaguars ... that's too bad! I thought when he went down to NFL to interview, they kinda gave him a guarantee. Feel for the guy, hope someone picks him up. OR, you can always come back to the BC Lions and help us out for the back half of the season.

https://www.tsn.ca/nfl/video/report-jaguars-waive-canadian-qb-rourke~2754934

[SkinnyPupp]

If he's in that between CFL/NFL tier, he might end up in XFL or USFL since I'm pretty sure they pay more

[68style]

Wow that’s some NFL politics for you, he vastly outperformed the backup there, like it wasn’t even close if that’s the metric things are based on.

[SkinnyPupp]

Wow that’s some NFL politics for you, he vastly outperformed the backup there, like it wasn’t even close if that’s the metric things are based on.
I think experience is pretty important for backup QBs, and Beathard has been around for 6 seasons now.

[68style]

I mean... that's a pretty sweet name too can't argue with that

[MG1]

Lions much better at first down conversions in this game. They're down 7-6 early in the second quarter vs Mount Royal. Away game.

Sean White with a field goal 10-6

[MG1]

O - M - F - G !!!!!!!


So many fans left the game after Lions were down by two scores. Unfuckingbelievable!


37-18 for Ottawa at one point. 120 yard missed field goal runback for a TD to start the comeback. A field goal away to tie the game, Adams like fuck that shit................... major, ftmfw!

[N.V.M.]

getting back to North Van by seabus after a game is so frustrating. I don't blame people for taking the excuse to leave and beat the crowds.

[MG1]

I guess the placement of the word, Unfuckingbelievable, was not in the best place.

I should have put it after the last comment. Having said that, I added the last part afterward.

I feel it, too. I thought they were done, so went into the kitchen to make some snacks. I had to watch the game on a 52 inch.................. couldn't just leave stuff on the gas range. Anyway, it was a sick comeback. Lions left 15 seconds for the Redblacks to make it into the red zone.

Unfuckingbelievable!

[MG1]

Game Day!

6:30 at The Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium (Edmonton Elkimos).

[whitev70r]

Putting all CFL things here ... this is pretty big snag ... look who is coming to perform at the Grey Cup!

https://i.cbc.ca/1.5965363.1695733541!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_780/carrie-underwood.jpg

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/grey-cup-hamilton-carrie-underwood-1.6978281

[MG1]

Game Day!

Win this one and the Lions have home field advantage in the post season.

Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!

[MG1]

Was at Vanpex, a stamp bourse. My go to stamp dealer was there. He comes out from Edmonton to these shows. He had a whole shitload of things saved for me from the other shows he attends across the country. https://www.ebay.ca/itm/252650327433?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=706-89093-2056-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=252650327433&targetid=1656369120161&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9001527&poi=&campaignid=17288923570&mkgroupid=135230546805&rlsatarget=pla-1656369120161&abcId=9300873&merchantid=614972061&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIwcPl4abRgQMVSwKtBh2mgxXEEAQYASAB EgL40fD_BwE

Pictures don't do it justice.

I never even knew this thing existed. Got it for a song. WOW!!! And, it's in pristine condition.

[MG1]

Such a tight game, so far........ Lions could be one interception away from losing.


Hatcher TD with 18 seconds to go before the half.

[MG1]

Hollins wide open, I mean W I D E open................. for a TD.

Open wider than a surrey.......... sorry, this is a family forum.

[SkinnyPupp]

Lions are rolling man, wish I was there live

[whitev70r]

Got ourselves a decent game tonight at BC Place, against the Blue Bombers, winner will be the division leader and have home field advantage through the playoffs. Considering it's Winnipeg, this is a significant improvement for the Lions (with Nathan Rourke gone). Blue Bombers have really been the class of the CFL for the past few years.

[pastarocket]

It is a shame that a rookie player made that pass interference penalty to give the Bombers a first down in OT.

Lions could not make plays to get first downs in the fourth quarter to eat the game clock.

No points for the Lions from those forced fumbles on the Bombers QB.


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[whitev70r]

Yah, you can tell that the Winnipeg has that championship calibre character and the Lions are young and still learning how to play clutch in those crucial game moments.

But the Lions have potential, it's there ... we'll see if this is the year.

[N.V.M.]

Putting all CFL things here ... this is pretty big snag ... look who is coming to perform at the Grey Cup!

https://i.cbc.ca/1.5965363.1695733541!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/16x9_780/carrie-underwood.jpg

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/grey-cup-hamilton-carrie-underwood-1.6978281


I thought it was Green Day?

[whitev70r]

^ you're right ... it's Green Day. Carrie Underwood is performing that Grey Cup week on another day, another venue. She is being promoted as part of the Grey Cup Festivities though. My bad.

[MG1]

It is a shame that a rookie player made that pass interference penalty to give the Bombers a first down in OT.

Lions could not make plays to get first downs in the fourth quarter to eat the game clock.

No points for the Lions from those forced fumbles on the Bombers QB.


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How about that last play of regulation? Dominique
Rhymes just ran out of gas............. he could have been brought down with a second or two to go in the game. Then, Sean Whyte field goal to seal the deal.

It would have been another one of those, O - M - F - G, wins.

Not Dom's fault. There's no way he could have known there was time on the clock................. having said that, he should have known better. I guess he really thought he could make it. Still, the game was great to watch. Bomber fans were like all over it. Going home very happy. Lions will get revenge.

Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!

[MG1]

Bo Levi.................. much respect.


Anyhow, dat Flintoff. He's gold. Punt that goes out of bounds at the one yard line. He's been like that forever...............

[MG1]

This Hardy kid who's replacing the injured Mizzell is looking pretty good.

Spoke too soon. Flintoff shanks one...................


Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!!!

Lions vs Ti Cats. Game of pussy cats.

[SkinnyPupp]

Nice pick six!

Are they tigers, or cats? Tigers AND cats?

[MG1]

Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Damn, that play should have been called a fumble. Whistle sounded after the ball came loose. Plus, whistle went pretty quick. Poor coach. 1 for 7. Snake bit or what? That penalty indeed has come back to haunt the Lions. Talking about the pass interference penalty.

[SkinnyPupp]

Looks like a blown knee, without contact.. I mean there was contact, but I don't think that's what caused the injury

[MG1]

Looked like the cleats were on the ground?

In any case, knee injuries suck big time. Former Thunderbird.

[MG1]

Mathieu Betts........... thanks, say the Ti-Cats.

You can't give the opposition 15 yards in a close game.

[MG1]

Frick................. VA down. At least the pick off stayed close to Ti-Cat's goal line due to a penalty.

Dane Evans will come in.......... he's pretty good.


D-Fence! C'mon, Doughnut Boys.



Damn, don't want to say, "The Butler did it."

[MG1]

Goal post and in............. is this hockey? LOL.


30 -30 tie with 1:00 left in the game. BC ball.


Another crazy finish!


23 seconds left in field goal range..........


Penalty!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHAT?????????/


OUT OF TIME?????


No, please........


There is a god, but not an easy kick. Sean Whyte.



WIN!!!!!


with 00:00 left on the clock. Former Ti-Cat Dane Evans comes in and gets the job done.

[pastarocket]

Go Lions go! We win!

Dane Evan’s beats his former team. The Lions QB played well.


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[SkinnyPupp]

Crazy game! CFL rules! GO LIONS~!

[MG1]

Go, Green, GO!!!!!


Calgary with a record 17 straight appearances in the post season in jeopardy. I don't know............... what's with Calgary? I don't know a single person from Cow Town. Just something about the place, gulolol.

[MG1]

Was looking for a BC Lions Toque and came across this during a search..........

https://www.vancouverisawesome.com/local-news/will-ferrell-wore-a-bc-lions-jersey-to-the-super-bowl-and-the-internet-loves-it-5062896

LOL at one of the comments. "Wait til he compares the size of our balls … ������"

Yes CFL balls are/were huge! About 30 years ago. Now they are the same size as the footballs used in the NFL.



First thing I spotted was the hottie at the bottom right of the photo................

[MG1]

Final home game of the season. Calgary at BC Place. 7:00 pm start.


Watching NBA game while waiting for roaring lions. Don't follow basketball............... it's not my jam. Toronto seems to be doing well.

[MG1]

Farge........... VA 357 yards away from 5000. He went on record to say the record is important to him. This means he's going to be taking chances and it's never a good thing to go after a record like that.

[SkinnyPupp]

lol dude sticking his head into the first down celebration, both get flagged

Fumbles it on the goal line :fuckthatshit:

[MG1]

Not looking good. Stupid penalty. Ejected from game, which is a blessing. Dude shouldn't come back to play for the Lions, ever.

That was totally retarded.

[MG1]

Dave Dickenson has not missed the playoffs in 17 straight seasons. Both as coach and player.

[MG1]

Sione Teuhema.............. didn't need to do any of it. Double major foul. Head butt then threw a punch.

This was during Betts' sack, which would have forced Calgary to kick the ball away. Led to a major by Calgary.

[MG1]

Fudge........... another dead ball foul. 15 yard penalty.

Lack of discipline is an understatement.


The last roughing the passer penalty was questionable. 24-3 for Calgary. Time to bring in Dane Evans. Just because.

Bye week for Lions then playyoffs. Might as well give Dane Evans a crack at it. VA not getting to his precious 5000.

[MG1]

Not the same Logan, as in Peyton Logan, of Calgary, but BC had another Logan in the past, Stephan who was into drag racing........................

https://vancouversun.com/sports/lions%20-%20football/football-drag-racing-gives-lions-stefan-logan-his-adrenalin-rush

[SkinnyPupp]

Had to bail on this game.. Hopefully they get their shit together for the playoffs

[MG1]

There's a possibility for a BC Lions - Calgary Stampeder Western Semi-Final right here in Vancouver.

Payback.

[blkgsr]

Rouke getting signed by the Jags

[whitev70r]

^ is this a new development or are you a bit late to the dance.

AFAIK - Rourke was signed by the Jags for the last game, Trevor Lawrence was questionable to go so he was signed for insurance. Then the day after, Jags waived Rourke and teams had 24 hrs to pick him up, I think the time has passed, I don't think he was picked up by any of the other teams or there would have been some news about it.

Are you saying that Jags signed him on the roster again?

[MG1]

Western Semi-Finals vs Calgary here at Save-On-Foods Field (BC Place Stadium). Game time 3:30.

[whitev70r]

On paper, this should be an easy game ...12-6 Lions vs. 6-12 Stampeders BUT for some reason, Stampeders beat the Lions pretty handedly last time they played here. Hopefully, it's pay back time for the Lions.

[N.V.M.]

November 4th be with you.

[MG1]

Game Time!

If VA doesn't get it done and starts throwing interceptions, put Dane Evans in there. There's no looking back. This is it. Defence should never have been coined the doughnut boys, 'cause they've lived up to their name. Not because the put up zero's.............. because they're full of holes!! And, don't take stupid penalties. That was so retarded last game.

Anyway, Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!

Win it for the owner. That guy is gold!



Scarier than a loss at BC Place? Listening and watching the crew on TSN. Yikes..............

[MG1]

Holy fucking hell....... huge collision. Logan for Calgary kick return gets hammered mid field. Both players are down. BC Player is knocked out. Lights out. Helmet to helmet. I've seen a lot of hits and this one is just plain nuts.

Update: Both players look okay. Scary moment.

[MG1]

41-19 for Lions with 9:45 left in the game.

Defence came up huge. Calgary was 3rd and 9 - turnover on downs. Stay focused, Lions. No more stupid penalties.

Lots of time left......... and........... Calgary's knocking on the door.

[MG1]

Wow, Calgary playing like the Lions the last time they met. Penalties killing the Stamps. Procedure, holding, etc.

[MG1]

Amar Doman (new Lions owner)......... what a guy. Players really appreciative.

https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/amar-doman-surprises-bc-lions-players-shoes

[MG1]

Fudruckers................... no lead is safe in the CFL. 41-30 now with 1:11 left.


Cottoy brings it down on the on-side kick. Pays to be taller than most. BC Ball..............

[MG1]

LIONS WIN!!!!!!!!!!!

[N.V.M.]

damn, those Nikes are good.

[MG1]

https://3downnation.com/2023/11/06/winnipeg-blue-bombers-open-as-4-5-point-favourites-over-b-c-lions-in-west-final/

Big task this coming game. Outdoors and in the cold. Not to mention the opposition.

Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!!!!!

[whitev70r]

^ Winnipeg is the dragon that this era of BC Lions team need to slay.

[N.V.M.]

first half ending hail Mary to bring it to 8 points of those Bombers. it's easily in reach.

[pastarocket]

Gutsy play from Vernon Adams in this Western Finals.

The guy is playing hurt. -limping after some plays today. Lower body injury.

Go Lions go!


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[MG1]

Up against a team with so much going for them. The fans didn't make it easy. If VA was injured, why didn't they bring in Dane Evans? He's not some rookie. No matter what, Winnipeg Blue Bombers was just too much. BC had no business being that close at the end of the first half.

I usually wish the team that beats our team to go on to win the big one, but this time, I hope Montreal pulls off an upset. Winnipeg doesn't need another championship.


Was Mathieu Betts in this game? Didn't hear his name once.

Lions gotta come back hungry next year.

[MG1]

Just received an e-mail from Amar Doman today thanking all BC Lions supporters. He mentioned next year. The Grey Cup is held right here in Vancouver. Damn, gonna be wild.

Anyway, this year's Grey Cup game is tomorrow.

[N.V.M.]

tick tock. almost time. über lazy day, going to indulge in some canadiana.

[MG1]

I dislike both teams, so just watching it for stupid plays. Like the fumble by Mount Royal Als. Gotta hang onto the ball no matter what. Opposition is going to do whatever to strip that ball away.

Green Day half time show.............. whatever.


Can't beat Shania Twain no matter what.


LOL............ two cracks at the major and Bombers stop the Als with seconds to go in the first half. What a waste. Couldn't come up with any running plays other than straight on.

Holy Shania's chaps.............. Tyson Philpot of the Allouettes is Cory Philpot's son. Born in Delta, BC. Has a twin brother who plays for Calgary. Cory Philpot played for the Lions way back. Damn................

[whitev70r]

For the Grey Cup, you just have to turn the game on about 5 mins into the 4th Q to see whether it's worth watching or not.

But when it's worth watching, Grey Cup drama and excitement is next level. You get a much more higher probability of an exciting finish in a Grey Cup than a Superbowl.

[N.V.M.]

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz2WInHtNoO/?utm_source=ig_we7b_copy_link

[MG1]

Holy Jugpreet Bajwa's sunglasses............. amazing one handed catch, then a TD pass a play later and now it's a 3 point difference.

Fajardo............ my god. Show those Roughrider fans, he was worth keeping.

[N.V.M.]

and an INT!

[whitev70r]

K, 5 mins into 4th Q ... I think it's worth watching the finish!

Mtrl 21 - WPG 17. I'm just hoping WPG doesn't win again, please let some other team hoist the cup.

[MG1]

OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!



11 seconds to go!!!

[N.V.M.]

woohooooo!

[MG1]

Fuck you, Winnipeg, fuck you, fuck you, and fuck you some more!

[MG1]

Cory Philpot must be a proud papa................ Dad's in attendance, too.

[MG1]

RCMP Officers bringing in the Grey Cup.

1909


Named after Earl Grey. Governor of Canada, not the Earl Grey the tea is named after.

[MG1]

Congratulations, Fajardo!!!!

So happy for him. Wow, what a game! Did not disappoint.

[whitev70r]

Great finish !!! Happy for the Alouettes! Two clutch plays in that last drive, they earned it.

[pastarocket]

Clutch plays for sure from Montreal.

Fajardo’s pass to Philpot for the winning TD was a laser!

The 2024 Grey Cup will be played at BC Place Stadium.

Come on Lions! Make it to the Grey Cup game next season.

Unfinished business for BC.


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[whitev70r]

^ maybe we can get Nathan Rourke back ... :lol

I know it's more lucrative even on the practice squad of an NFL team than playing in the CFL but still.

[N.V.M.]

it's probably more lucrative cleaning Messi's shorts than being a Whitecap.

[MG1]

Okay, I take what I said about TSN back. This Grey Cup coverage was really well done. It's the panel during Lions games that makes me cringe.

BC's turn next year. Doman gonna make it a party to remember.


Roar, Lions, ROAR!!!!!

[MG1]

Bc Lions annual warehouse sale today at practice field. From 11:00 till 2:00 pm. 40% off everything. 10:00 am for season ticket holders. Free coffee hot chocolate donuts and muffins. Oh, and free BC Lions umbrella. Damn cold, but fun times.

[MG1]

2024 Season Schedule is out.................

https://www.bclions.com/2024schedule/?j=286708&sfmc_sub=129779488&l=1755_HTML&u=5810861&mid=534001776&jb=3005&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Dec+18+INSIDER+-+20231218_145800&utm_term=Click+to+view+the+BC+Lions+2024+Season+Sc hedule&utm_id=286708&sfmc_id=129779488

[MG1]

This year's Grey Cup is in Vancouver.

If you've been thinking of taking in some games, go with your child. This is an awesome deal. Just don't get seats in the east behind the uprights, lol. The last game I went to was a bit of a daymare. Roof open, clear skies, and the frickin' sun right there in your eyes. I wish I had one of those C-Lai welding hats.

Anyway, tickets for you and a child under 17 for $300.00. Ten home games. Cheapest tickets in town for any professional sporting event.

https://www.bclions.com/youth-season-tickets/?j=313844&sfmc_sub=129779488&l=1755_HTML&u=6333984&mid=534001776&jb=8001&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Prospects+Family+Day+Email++-+20240215_130945&utm_term=Youth+Season+Tickets+-+IMAGE&utm_id=313844&sfmc_id=129779488



Dome Field Advantage, lol.

[winson604]

This year's Grey Cup is in Vancouver.

If you've been thinking of taking in some games, go with your child. This is an awesome deal. Just don't get seats in the east behind the uprights, lol. The last game I went to was a bit of a daymare. Roof open, clear skies, and the frickin' sun right there in your eyes. I wish I had one of those C-Lai welding hats.

Anyway, tickets for you and a child under 17 for $300.00. Ten home games. Cheapest tickets in town for any professional sporting event.

https://www.bclions.com/youth-season-tickets/?j=313844&sfmc_sub=129779488&l=1755_HTML&u=6333984&mid=534001776&jb=8001&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Prospects+Family+Day+Email++-+20240215_130945&utm_term=Youth+Season+Tickets+-+IMAGE&utm_id=313844&sfmc_id=129779488



Dome Field Advantage, lol.

Definitely the Lions and Whitecaps are sweet deals if you have a kid who wants to go. Even if you only go to a small portion of the games and gift the rest it's still super cheap.

[MG1]

Gift tickets to MG1…………. Sounds like a plan.

Plus, you get dibs on Grey Cup tickets. Dome Field advantage.

[MG1]

First pre-season game in Calgary. Was slated to start at 1:00, but 30 minute delay due to thunder and lightning.................

Stream on CFL+ or listen on radio AM 730 (Radio Player app or via air).

Pre-season game 2 - Home game on Friday vs the Elk is on TSN 7:00 pm.


Lol @ Calgary's TGI Friday's uni.

Lions not fielding the A Team. No Sean White, either. Actually, pre season games are a bit of a joke. Roster so full, they run out of jersey numbers, lol. Highlight to game is blonde on horseback wearing leathers - charging down the sidelines after a Calgary TD.

[murd0c]

So the Lions got 50 Cent to perform before the home opener now.. First time I have wanted to go to the Lions game in years LOL

[Hondaracer]

Doman going all out for the entertainment lol

He’s def targeting that lost generation of lions fans :lol

[mikemhg]

We saw the 50 Cent Final Tour concert in Seattle last year, highly recommend seeing him live, he puts on a great show.

[Vansterdam]

$15-$20 a ticket to take my fam out to a 50 show+football game is a steal lol.

$5 beers outside Terry Fox plaza before the game too !

[quasi]

Doman going all out for the entertainment lol

He’s def targeting that lost generation of lions fans :lol

He's what the Lions needed, an owner that actually gives a fuck. I'm not a Lions fan but I'm a fan of this guy, every interview I see of him makes me like him more and more.

[murd0c]

$15-$20 a ticket to take my fam out to a 50 show+football game is a steal lol.

$5 beers outside Terry Fox plaza before the game too !

it will be cheaper then taking the family to McDonald's which is wild to say.

[punkwax]

I bought my tix 54 seconds after Fiddy was announced.

[whitev70r]

why does this thread say 2022 BC Lions? Can't some buddy tech guy change this to 2024?

[68style]

why does this thread say 2022 BC Lions? Can't some buddy tech guy change this to 2024?

Your wish has been.... granted

[MG1]

why does this thread say 2022 BC Lions? Can't some buddy tech guy change this to 2024?

I usually start a new BC Lions thread each year, but the threads never got past a page or two............ so, I just added to the last thread that existed (2022). I'm glad someone actually noticed, jbol.

The Grey Cup is in the Village of Vancouver this year, so if the Lions win Albert Grey's Cup (4th Earl Grey), I totally expect one of the mods to change this thread title to BC Lions - 2024 Grey Cup Champions!

[whitev70r]

Looking fwd to good things this year for the BC Lions. They are getting better year by year. Would be great to see them win the Cup here at home.

[whitev70r]

Hmmm ... not a great start to the season for the BC Lions. Leading 20-6 over Argonauts and ended up losing 35-27. Saw the highlights, Vernon got sacked a lot.

[mikemhg]

50 Cent Saturday!

[Hondaracer]

Going to the game on sat first time in what’s gotta be 4-5 years

Curious to see 50 lol

[mikemhg]

Yup, we'll be there too, seems like half the city is going :lol

[whitev70r]

Enjoy ...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qm8PH4xAss

[Hondaracer]

Yup, we'll be there too, seems like half the city is going :lol

I feel like people wanted to be part of the Canucks run but were obviously priced out so in typical Vancouver fashion, 50 brings that event status and people latch on

I anticipate it being a gong show given 50 and the crowd lol

Mike protect me

[68style]

^ Operation "Black Shield" commences on Saturday, what are your orders General Hondaracer?

[whitev70r]

Mike protect me

Mikey prob has backstage passes and hangs out with 50 ...

[mikemhg]

I feel like people wanted to be part of the Canucks run but were obviously priced out so in typical Vancouver fashion, 50 brings that event status and people latch on

I anticipate it being a gong show given 50 and the crowd lol

Mike protect me

I got your back :lol

[punkwax]

Fifty starts at 3. You can find me in the club.

Section.

[whitev70r]

so ...how was the concert, y'all?

[punkwax]

Solid 6.5/10 lol.. funny that my son’s first “concert” was Fiddy.

[whitev70r]

how old is your son? Was the show 'family friendly'?

https://twitter.com/RobTheHockeyGuy/status/1802115323518193803

https://twitter.com/RobTheHockeyGuy/status/1802111006832775666

[punkwax]

He’s 9. Not exactly but meh.

[mikemhg]

Concert was good, as usual the acoustics in BC Place was horrible, you could barely make out his lyrics. Didn't stop us from belting out each song in their entirety though. Our section had some diehards :lol

I'd say it was family friendly outside of those hot dancers doing lap dances for 50 and crew.

We laughed how the all black Escalades pulled up behind the stage 10 mins before concert end for 50 to jump into and GTFO of Vancouver the minute the show was done :lol

Ran into Honda at a beer lineup as well, good to see ya buddy.

[SSM_DC5]

Honda picked you out of the line because you had your Pina colada out?

[mikemhg]

Honda picked you out of the line because you had your Pina colada out?

I tend to stick out :lol

My GF thought it was funny I could get recognized by someone from a forum, Revscene at that. My buddy's at the game were shocked this place still even existed.

My geek card is at 100 here.

[punkwax]

I noticed the Escalades too lol. From backstage to the backseat in .4 seconds.

[Hondaracer]

Straight off the stage to the airport lol.. although when leaving on Beatty we saw an Escalade that looked similar but his was all murdered out so presumably wasn’t him lol

Funny running into Mike after I needed his protection :lol crowd was actually pretty civil albeit like 1/3 probably left after 50

Was discussing with the group we went with and I give Doman credit, the general consensus over the last 20 years of listening to local sports radio is that millennials are the lost generation of lions fans. This was DEFINITELY an appeal to the milenialis as was evident in the crowd

Dat pop though when Many Men was the first encore.. well done lol

[mikemhg]

Crowd was civil but bloody hell was it a Surrey/Abbotsford fest. People were smoking darts on the concourse, people sitting on the floors out there smashing beers, it felt like a nightclub.

Ran into so many friends I haven't seen in years, it really did feel like half the city showed up for this event.

Great job by Doman.

[Hondaracer]

The concessions were a complete joke though but that isn’t on doman it’s on stupid Pavco

When I saw you we had been waiting for 40 fucking minutes for a beer. Felt bad for the single guy working there as he was apologizing to everyone. Said it wasn’t your fault bro, terrible planning.

How much revenue is lost in situations like these. It feels even worse because it’s just the tax payer funding the piss poor management. They knew it was sold out weeks ago

[punkwax]

Not sure where you were but the longest wait I had for a beer was maybe 3 minutes. Ordered them from some place selling taco bowls etc. on the 200 level.

[Hondaracer]

Ohh 200 level, too fancy for me lol

I was in 420, we definitely chose the wrong line but at that point it looked like every one was going to be 30+

[pastarocket]

It was an exciting game between the Lions and Stampeders. -watched in on TV last Saturday.

Vernon Adams made some clutch throws for TDs. The throw to Hollins was pinpoint accurate.

The defense made some big stops in the red zone to prevent the Stampeders from getting a TD just before halftime.

As for the BC Place concessions, I say that from the posts that people mention about the beer sales, nothing has changed in terms of the incompetent management at PavCo. LUL

I remember back in the day working at B.C. Place at the concessions in my early 20s as a side hustle. The "mandatory picture ID" check sign at the beer stands meant that every customer needed to show ID. Some customers were fine with showing ID. Of course, many customers were angry with this policy.

Explaining to some customers the "show ID" requirement was a job in itself. I'm thinking " Buddy, I know that you are old enough to be my grandfather, when you order a beer. My job requires me to check for picture ID".

The American customers were the most generous customers with their tips. Some customers at the beer stands were so angry about the picture ID requirement, that one time I asked my supervisor, "please put me in the back of stand to steam hot dog wieners for the next B.C. Lions game". LUL

[Vansterdam]

Crowd was civil but bloody hell was it a Surrey/Abbotsford fest. People were smoking darts on the concourse, people sitting on the floors out there smashing beers, it felt like a nightclub.

Ran into so many friends I haven't seen in years, it really did feel like half the city showed up for this event.

Great job by Doman.

pretty much nailed it.

I was hitting the concession at 201 all game for the $5 beer and food menu lol.. lineup only took about 10 mins each time.

theres another $5 stand around 225 or 227 btw

[whitev70r]

Looks like a solid win today against #1 Saskatchewan Roughriders.

[whitev70r]

BC Lions lost to Winnipeg 25-0 and Adams Jr went down with an injury in the 4th quarter. Winnipeg not even that good in the standings.

Come back home Rourke !!

[whitev70r]

Welcome back kiddo!

[pastarocket]

Welcome back Rourke!

He could start in the game this Sunday against the Blue Bombers.




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[68style]

They're trying to say they're sticking with Adams Jr too??? I mean he's been really good too but Rourke was some next level shit.

Too many cooks in the kitchen!

That's really exciting tho... still a crime that Rourke couldn't stick on a NFL team with his talent.

[winson604]

Was kind of surprised it happened this quickly after Nathan cleared waivers. I thought for sure he'd try to stick it out to secure the NFL pension but at the same time I don't know if he would have gotten another chance yet. Glad to have him back and seeing him get meaningful reps in.

[whitev70r]

Unfortunately ... kiddo shat the bed. 8-25 162 yds with 2 int. He was NOT ready!