Argos Host Tiger-cats On Saturday With Playoff Position And Ballard Cup On The Line!

ARGONAUTS.CA STAFF

TORONTO – The Toronto Argonauts are in the thick of a playoff race and this week’s game on Saturday, October 25 at 4:00 p.m. against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats at Rogers Centre will help dictate the final standings in the East Division. Presented by Nissan, a win this week would not only provide important playoff position for Toronto but also give the Argonauts the Ballard Cup – the trophy awarded annually to the team that wins the head-to-head series between these two bitter rivals.

Argos Football, presented by Desjardins, has three crucial games ahead starting with this week’s home matchup versus the Ticats. The last time these two clubs met the Double Blue produced a thrilling last-minute comeback win when CFL passing leader Ricky Ray connected with receiver Chad Owens on a 69-yard touchdown.  The Argonauts are winners of 3 of their past 4 games and boast a winning record (4-3) when playing at home in 2014.

In a special presentation this week, the Toronto Argonauts will become the first recipients of the Zonta Says NO! Award – Area 2, which is an award endorsed by the United Nations. The Argonauts have been recognized, along with The White Ribbon Campaign and Status of Women Canada, for their work in creating Make the Call – A Gender Based Violence Prevention Project, presented by Tim Hortons, to help prevent men’s violence against women. Minister of Labour and Minister of Status of Women Canada, Kellie Leitch, will be on-hand as Toronto Argonauts’ Director, Education & Community Programs, Jason Colero, accepts the award from representatives from Zonta on the field.

Toronto Raptors star Greivis Vasquez will lead the ceremonial coin toss, and athletes from Special Olympics Ontario will be part of the ceremonial kickoff before lining the fan tunnel for player introductions. The national anthem will be performed by Theatre Orangeville.

Local country music sensation Leah Daniels will entertain the crowd during halftime. G.T.A. youth will also be invited down to the field to participate in the Nissan Minor Football Challenge which will test their arm strength and accuracy while tossing the pigskin. The winner will receive a V.I.P. experience to the next Argonauts home game on November 7, courtesy of Nissan.

One lucky fan at this week’s game could walk away with a free all-inclusive trip to Cuba, courtesy Red Tag Vacations!

At every home game this season, the 2014 Argos Cheerleaders Swimsuit Calendar, presented by RedTag.ca, will be on-sale. Fans can purchase their very own copy for just $20 from any of the beautiful and talented members of the 2014 Argos Cheerleaders, presented by the Toronto Sun, on the concourse during the game.

Fans are encouraged to head over to Shoeless Joe’s Sports Grill at 276 King Street West after the game for food and drink specials to celebrate at the Argos Official Post-Game Party!