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 ðŸ˜‰

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

Hunt hints at possible Redblacks 3rd jersey in year one

A small piece of Redblacks news that may have slipped past most of us, what with the excitement around the sale of home opener ticket packs to the public and the "controversy" around the naming of the Redblacks mascot Big Joe Mufferaw, was OSEG President Jeff Hunt dropping a hint (or pretty much confirming?) a … Continue reading Hunt hints at possible Redblacks 3rd jersey in year one

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

Strong Redblacks ticket sales a great sign

By: Santino Filoso If you plan on watching history first hand and you don’t already have your tickets to see the Redblacks live at Lansdowne (TD Place at Lansdowne Park, that is), better stop dragging your feet. With the Sens limping to the finish of a pretty dismal NHL season, Ottawa’s sports fans are quickly turning … Continue reading Strong Redblacks ticket sales a great sign

The Man Behind the Lens; an interview with Ottawa Redblacks photographer F. Scott Grant

By: Santino Filoso Today we interview F. Scott Grant, an award-winning photographer with over 40 years experience. Grant has covered the Rough Riders, Renegades, and will be wandering along the sidelines at TD Place once again this June shooting the Redblacks. We wanted to give you a taste of the life of a pro sports photographer … Continue reading The Man Behind the Lens; an interview with Ottawa Redblacks photographer F. Scott Grant

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)

One last thought (for now) on Glenn v. Redblacks

Much has been said on Twitter, in mainstream media and in this humble blog (entry 1, entry 2) about the Kevin Glenn affair (can it be called a saga yet?) with the Ottawa Redblacks. From the quite reasonable, to the entirely uninformed, opinions run the gamut. Here's one more look at it. To quickly summarize, … Continue reading One last thought (for now) on Glenn v. Redblacks

Kevin Glenn (officially) wants out

By: Santino Filoso Spoke with Kevin Glenn today and he told me he's asked the Ottawa Redblacks to trade him. Story coming. — Dan Ralph (@danralphcp) March 6, 2014 In a regrettable but predictable move, reporter Dan Ralph has confirmed that Kevin Glenn has indeed asked Ottawa Redblacks GM Marcel Desjardins for a trade. Kevin Glenn's … Continue reading Kevin Glenn (officially) wants out

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