5/5 UPDATE: The Redblacks posted the following teasers on Sunday and Monday prior to the unveiling. Didn't give up much, but here's what we got: Appears to be the R in the Redblacks wordmark, which most teams place below the CFL crest on the front of the jersey. Also, seems likely that this is the … Continue reading Redblacks jerseys coming May 6th + a few more concepts
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TD Place scoreboard will be a sight to see
By: Santino Filoso It’s often said that the only stupid question is the one you don’t ask. A while back I started wondering why we hadn’t heard anything yet about the new scoreboard for TD Place stadium at Lansdowne, so I tweeted at the Redblacks asking for some information. The Redblacks social media team has been … Continue reading TD Place scoreboard will be a sight to see
CFL Mascots 101: What they didn’t tell you in the media guide
By: Santino Filoso Welcome to Defend the R’s first annual (and completely unbiased) CFL Mascot Power Rankings. We’ve got the inside scoop on all the things left off the mascot scouting report. If you thought you knew everything about these cuddly mascots, prepare to be surprised! THE EAST: 4) Jason (Toronto) Jason brings up the rear … Continue reading CFL Mascots 101: What they didn’t tell you in the media guide
Redblacks unveil jersey… numbers ;)
As if the excitement of their first official team activity wasn't enough, the Ottawa Redblacks also gave fans a peek at what to expect from the team's uniforms at their inaugural mini-camp this past week in Richmond, VA. Here are a couple of photos that provide a good look (courtesy of the Ottawa Redblacks and … Continue reading Redblacks unveil jersey… numbers 😉
Things we learned at Redblacks mini-camp
By: Santino Filoso The Redblacks took an important step in their development this week as the team came together for mini-camp in Richmond, VA. The historic gathering gave coaches and management their first look at their players on the field (albeit without any equipment, due to league rules) and allowed the team to begin developing some … Continue reading Things we learned at Redblacks mini-camp
A surprising, disappointing, yet understandable move
By: Santino Filoso Hard to believe that only three days ago Redblacks owner Jeff Hunt proudly introduced Ottawa’s newest mascot, Big Joe Mufferaw, to 500 screaming children at a French elementary school in Kanata. The name, a tribute to a French legend in the Ottawa region, was clearly an attempt by the Redblacks to include Franco-Ontarian … Continue reading A surprising, disappointing, yet understandable move
Interview with “Redblacks Theme Song” creator Nevill Carney (@NevillCarney)
By: Santino Filoso Today I’m interviewing Nevill Carney, one of the guys behind the "Redblacks Theme Song", a fast paced anthem that’s been rocking R Nation. Though conceived and edited by Carney, the song itself was written and performed by Lucas Haneman, a close friend. Make sure you give both Lucas and Nevill a follow on … Continue reading Interview with “Redblacks Theme Song” creator Nevill Carney (@NevillCarney)
Redblacks QB NON-troversy
By: Santino Filoso Talk about the kind of press the Redblacks didn’t need. On Feb. 11th, just hours into CFL Free Agency, a couple of angry messages came from Ottawa QB Kevin Glenn's Twitter account: Shortly after the tweets went out, Glenn claimed his account was hacked. The offending tweets were also eventually deleted. Believe what … Continue reading Redblacks QB NON-troversy
Meet ____________, the newest addition to Ottawa’s mascot scene
By: Santino Filoso This past Monday, the Ottawa Redblacks unveiled their new mascot during the 67’s Family Day matinee. In a very fitting move, the team chose to keep with the plaid theme and unveiled this handsome fella: PHOTO: Introducing the #REDBLACKS mascot! pic.twitter.com/hHXawQjiwX — Ottawa REDBLACKS (@REDBLACKS) February 17, 2014 This as of yet unnamed … Continue reading Meet ____________, the newest addition to Ottawa’s mascot scene
#RNation
In spite of what people think about 'Redblacks' as the name for our new CFL team (I'm personally not a huge fan, although it has definitely grown on me), the marketing folks at Ottawa Sports & Entertainment Group have done a nice job in creating a meaningful moniker for the fan base - R Nation … Continue reading #RNation
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