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102nd Grey Cup Festival Live Blog
CTV Vancouver's coverage of the Grey Cup festival with Nicolle Hodges.
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Welcome to the 102nd Grey Cup Live Blog!Hi everyone! Welcome to CTV's coverage of the 102nd Grey Cup Festival, right here in Vancouver! My name is Nicolle Hodges and I'll be your online host for the week.
Your host, Nicolle HodgesI'll be live blogging my experience all week long (Wed - Sun) giving you a behind-the-scenes look at the action from the Grey Cup Festival HQ, Jack Pool Plaza - and live from BC place on Sunday!Here is what's on the docket for Sunday, Nov. 30-Fan March - 12:30 @ Jack Poole Plaza-Tailgate Party throughout the afternoon at BC Place.-The Grey Cup Championship Game - kickoff at 3 PM!!!We want to hear from you! Share your content on social using the #CTVGreyCup - we'll be featuring your tweets, Facebook posts and Instagram photos!
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Are....YOU....Ready?!The Grey Cup live blog begins now.
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Host, @nikhodges is @ HarbourGreenPark for the Cup's arrival, signifying the start of the 102nd @GreyCupFestival http://t.co/fzY3Zd3kf1
Nov. 26, 2014- Reply
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We feel your excitement but we also want to see it! Share your fan photos with us on social media using the hashtag #CTVGreyCupTODAY IS THE DAY! #GreyCup Festival kicks off & it's going to be the best week of 2014 so far. http://t.co/itv2t9nr4i http://t.co/6rEiUDV9aD
Nov. 26, 2014- Reply
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Beat, Broken and Bruised: a brief history on the Grey CupThe Grey Cup makes its entrance into the Vancouver harbour at noon (for those following along, that less than 30 minutes from now!) so I felt it would be best to help you understand the gravity of this arrival by telling you tales of its journey.We are honouring over 100 years of proud football competition in North America with our appreciation for the Grey Cup and all it represents - years of grit and glory. Behold, a compilation of facts to enhance your sports prowess.
- First, let’s clear the elephant in the room. It’s true; the Grey Cup wasn’t originally intended to be a football trophy but was actually meant to be a hockey trophy. This is awkward…
- The first Grey Cup game was played on Sunday, December 4, 1909 at Rosedale Field in Toronto in front of 3,807 fans. That's 105 years ago. But wait, this is the 102nd Grey Cup. Someone messed up, take down the banners!
- There were no Grey Cup games from 1916-1918 due to the First World War. Okay, that's where those three years went...carry on.
- Here is a tale worth repeating: in 1947, the Grey Cup is said to have survived a fire at the Toronto Argonaut Rowing Club. Legend has it that the Grey Cup was sitting on a shelf that collapsed during the fire, but got caught on a nail mid fall. All the other trophies were destroyed, but the Grey Cup was merely damaged.
- The adventures don’t end there, a matter of fact, the Grey Cup has been broken at least four times. It was dropped by an Edmonton Eskimo player in 1978, sat on by an Edmonton Eskimo player in 1987, head-butted by an Edmonton Eskimo player in 1993 (are you sensing a pattern here?) and the chalice broke off the base while the BC Lions did their victory march around the field in 2006.
- It has also been stolen twice. It was taken from the Hamilton Tiger-Cats as a prank in 1967 and then was stolen for real from the Ottawa Rough Riders in 1969, when thieves managed to break into the team's office. The thieves, who have never been caught, held the Cup for ransom. The CFL refused to pay, and planned to make a duplicate. Then after two months, Toronto police received a tip and found the Cup in a hotel locker. I wonder if "the thieves" have told their grandchildren that they unsuccessfully held the Grey Cup for ransom. Sure grandpa...
Today at Harbour Green Park, come bear witness to the return of the Grey Cup to Vancouver soil, because now you know what it's been through to get to you.
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What a great photo! This is one of my favourites so far - tweet us your fan photos at #CTVGreyCup
The Coastal Wolf Pack blessed the cup before presenting it to @mayorgregor & the #GreyCup teamby greycupfestival via Instagram -
Yum! Thanks to the Mill Marine Bistro for hosting us!Time for food! A bunch of journalists with their mouths full is the only time you won't hear us talking. #GreyCup http://t.co/ZcXSiibGFc
Nov. 26, 2014- Reply
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Do you know what day it is?It's Day Two of the Grey Cup Live Blog!Let's get started.
It's Grey Cup Festival!by Nicolle Hodges -
See you there - but if you see me first - come say hi!#CTVGreyCup
The calm before the storm: Nissan Family Zone with the CN Safety Zone field at Jack Poole Plaza. Opens today at 11! #greycupby greycupfestival via Instagram -
Check out some of Thursday's highlights and don't forget to tag us on social media - #CTVGreyCup
#CTVGreyCupby Nicolle Hodges 11/27/2014 7:00:00 PM11:00 AM -
Superbaby and Charlie horse ham it up at Grey Cup fest start. #GreyCup #gostampsgo #yyc http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3eK5BCCAAAc4FG.jpg
by Valerie Fortney via twitter 11/27/2014 7:35:11 PM -
Pretty sure this pic could convince a lot of people to go get their pancakes on! Thanks @StampOutriders! #GreyCup http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3eKbJ5CQAA0d7q.png
by 103rd Grey Cup Fest via twitter 11/27/2014 7:35:28 PM -
@GreyCupFestival A happy fan with a pancake and sausage combo! #GreyCup #passthepancakes Thanks #Calgary for hosting! http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3eKVNqCAAEcDKM.jpg
by jenn_wint via twitter 11/27/2014 7:35:36 PM -
Today is Throwback Thursday or #tbt
We want to see your favourite memories of Grey Cup past. Tag us on Twitter or Instagram with #CTVGreyCup and we will put your pic on the blog!
#throwback to this time last year when we ventured home to see our Riders win the #GreyCup in Regina! #socoldby julierose17 via Instagram
#tbt to a cold day in November last year. DD on the balcony at the Legislative Building hoisting the Grey Cup! #greycup #2013champsby mrsrockstarhome via Instagram
#tbt #GreyCup 2008 in Montreal #cfl #ticatsby ptc555 via Instagram
#tbt to going to football games with the family! ???????? Go stampeders! #stampeders #calgary #football #family #games #throwback #goodluckstamps #greycupby reagsmith64 via Instagram1 of 4
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This is proof the entire internet wasn't googling "unusual pet friendships."#CTVGreyCup.@GoogleCanada reveals top #CFL searches throughout 2014 season. Take a look! http://t.co/CjJ5erI0zW #GreyCup http://t.co/HUnpFX2kcn
Nov. 27, 2014- Reply
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Look who it is! @geroysimon strolling through VCC during @GreyCupFestival - @CTVYVR #ctvgreycup http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3ejfuACAAA6zy9.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/27/2014 9:15:39 PM -
Hey you! Why not take a look at this video by Hey Ocean!
I'll be interviewing the group after their soundcheck at 1 PM - if you have something you want me to ask, hashtag your question on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram with #CTVGreyCup -
It's almost time to interview @heyoceanband - have a question? Tweet @CTVYVR or #ctvgreycup - @GreyCupFestival http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3elK43CUAI7z6i.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/27/2014 9:23:50 PM -
People in line to take a photo with the #GreyCup @ the "Roar Tent." http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3fA2c1CcAAfHNu.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/27/2014 11:25:27 PM -
Some favourite fan photos!Tweet us your photo with the Grey Cup using - #CTVGreyCupNov. 27, 2014
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Awesome photo!
Our @downtownambassadors with the #greycup! Come check it out!! #downtownvancouverby downtownvan via Instagram -
Don't forget to hashtag your #cupie with #CTVGreyCup (that's a selfie with the Grey Cup for those who weren't here yesterday).50 Shades of Grey CupIf you missed the Grey Cup at the "Roar Tent" on Thursday - worry not - below is a list of future appearances.
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Looking good ladies (and gentleman)
It's all our war in the @nissan family zone Canadian Forces Obstacle Course. @bclions_official #felions vs. @saskroughridersofficial cheerleaders #greycup #CFL #yvrby greycupfestival via Instagram -
You never know what to expect in the VCC for Grey Cup Festival!
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Are you enjoying the Grey Cup Festival?#CTVGreyCupCan we take a moment to acknowledge how beautiful this city is? And it's made even better with the #GreyCup ! http://t.co/rP14WEsqE5
Nov. 27, 2014- Reply
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It's time for the #Manitoba party! 2nd floor of the VCC. @CTVYVR #ctvgreycup http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jh3ZCCAAA9Hh4.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 8:31:58 PM -
This way to the Manitoba party! Come join me - @CTVYVR @GreyCupFestival #ctvgreycup http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jiK4UCUAANAAB.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 8:36:11 PM -
These ladies look some good luck charms! @CTVYVR http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jigbMCcAAejsi.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 8:38:00 PM -
BREAKING NEWS: I have found the best outfits today, right here at the #Manitoba party for @GreyCupFestival @CTVYVR http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jjC56CMAAYCBZ.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 8:43:08 PM -
"We got off the plane & when we landed in Vancouver you could tell a big event was going on!" - Miller from Edmonton http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jlrWdCIAAft3v.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 8:46:26 PM -
nikhodges : BUSTED! I'm currently getting a ticket from the GreyCupFestival #funpolice - oops CTVYVR http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jmLtKCcAANoqZ.jpg (via Twitte...
by Support the Change via twitter 11/28/2014 8:48:46 PM -
They spelt my name wrong so technically I don't have to pay this...take that #funpolice ! @GreyCupFestival @CTVYVR http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jmjr1CAAABnZw.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 8:51:34 PM -
The madness can't stop, won't stop! @CTVYVR at the @GreyCupFestival #Manitoba touchdown party! http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3jpq0XCQAEirr9.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/28/2014 9:06:04 PM -
I...ate...everything @cactusclubcafe // from a hungry journalist to a happy journalist - @CTVYVR @GreyCupFestival http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kXj54CAAA-GKl.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 12:20:44 AM -
On the @CTVYVR blog: best dressed fans, interview w/ @timhicksmusic & all the food I ate by myself at @cactusclubcafe http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kZiY5CcAAYkFY.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 12:41:29 AM -
Party in the front, party in the back, party all around. @GreyCupFestival - @CTVYVR http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kfP4GCQAA3LCv.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 12:57:20 AM -
Orange you jealous of this outfit? - @CTVYVR at @GreyCupFestival #ctvgreycup http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kfckNIAAEudgt.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 1:01:35 AM -
Entering the @BCLions #LionsDen - @CTVYVR at @GreyCupFestival http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kfntoCAAAhmCF.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 1:12:23 AM -
It's like Bring It On in here! Argonauts cheer team performing in the Lions Den.
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The @BCLions #felions prepare to perform in the #LionsDen - @CTVYVR at @GreyCupFestival http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kjfEjCEAA0rDQ.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 1:39:52 AM -
The @BCLions #felions perform in the #LionsDen - @CTVYVR at @GreyCupFestival http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3kq_lFCEAAI84i.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 1:47:20 AM -
Well folks, this concludes DAY THREE of the Live Blog.Since it's a Friday night, I anticipate that you will be posting quite a few photos of your adventures.For that, I salute you, and all I ask in return is that you include the hashtag #CTVGreyCup.That's not too much to ask, right? Beer in one hand, phone in another.As for me...When I reflect on today, a few things in particular come to mind.First, we got to congratulate Solomon Elimimian on his big win right to his face (Most Outstanding Player).Then, we interviewed Tim Hicks (he was such a nice man, wasn't he?)We spent time with our pal Crazy P - watch for his video message on the blog tomorrow.Then we attended the Manitoba Touchdown party where we encountered some of the best dressed fans of the festival!We went to Cactus Club for lunch, and we ate a lot. I'm talking coffee, meal, coffee, dessert, coffee. From a hungry journalist, to a happy journalist.Finally, we finished off the day with the BC Lions Den Party...and what happened there stays there. Okay, no it doesn't...the photos are below.At the end of it all, we realized that when it comes to the CFL, there is a sense of inclusivity and camaraderie amongst attendees.Did I just say attendees?I mean the wild, wacky, weirdly-dressed and absolutely bonkers assortment of humans gathered in one place with one thing in common: they love football.Or beer.Or pancakes.I'm sure I need not remind you that tomorrow is Saturday, and that means we are officially one day away from the BIG GAME, emphasized by the big letters.It also means that I'm back on the ground, in the eye of the tornado, in the centre of the volcano, in the midst of the madness, in the...okay, you get it.I'm bringing you all the behind-the-scenes action you crave, just like you crave that second hot dog.I'm here to tell you that I encourage you to eat your heart out, party your pants off (figure of speech) and explore every inch of the Grey Cup Festival.I know I will.Until tomorrow my friends, keep in touch - #CTVGrey Cup
Tim Hicks laughing, that is all.by Nicolle Hodges 11/29/2014 1:30:00 AM5:30 PM -
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There is lots of music at the @GreyCupFestival parade! #ctvgreycup http://pbs.twimg.com/media/B3oZp0XCEAA64VI.jpg
by Nicolle Hodges via twitter 11/29/2014 7:10:33 PM
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