Grey Cup pep rally tour making its way to schools across Hamilton

With the Grey Cup just one month away, students in Hamilton are kicking off the excitement as a pep rally tour with the Tiger Cats makes its way to schools across the city.

The pep rallies began Thursday at St. Matthew Catholic Elementary School in Binbrook before stops at schools in Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) and the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board (HWCDSB).

Canadian football legends will be visiting schools to speak on the history of football in Hamilton and the importance of health, fitness and teamwork.

Students will also have the chance to enjoy performances by Stripes and the Ticats Dance and Cheer team and test their Grey Cup knowledge in some official trivia challenges.

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Each pep rally is being held in partnership with Purolator’s “Tackle Hunger Program” and will have the Tiger-Cats, students and the community coming together to fill the shelves of Hamilton Food Share.

“This year’s Grey Cup Festival is special as it offers another opportunity for people to share their love for the game while also giving back,” says John Ferguson, President and CEO of Purolator.

This isn’t the only way students will be a part of the celebrations. The Hamilton-Wentworth public and catholic school boards have scheduled a P.A. day on November 17 to give students and their families a chance to join in on the festival fun.

The 110th Grey Cup festival officially begins on Nov. 16 with events planned all the way up to the big game on Nov. 19.

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