News Category: BC Lions

Lions hope to rock Stampeders in home opener

23512608

The B.C. Lions hope to rebound from a season-opening loss on Saturday when they host the Calgary Stampeders in their home opener in Vancouver. While a pregame concert from Grammy Award-winning artist 50 Cent likely will stir an expected crowd of over 50,000 at BC Place into a frenzy, the Lions (0-1) want to give their fans a strong performance on the field as well. B.C., which is hoping to avoid its first 0-2 start

Argonauts embrace underdog role, open season vs. Lions

21879247

Despite coming off a 16-win season, expectations are lower for the Toronto Argonauts as they open their season against the visiting B.C. Lions on Sunday night. “I actually like being an underdog,” Toronto coach Ryan Dinwiddie said. “I’m looking forward to that. I think it might add some fire in our locker room where everyone is doubting us.” Toronto will be without several key players from last season, including suspended quarterback Chad Kelly. The CFL’s