Montreal, June 29, 2011 – The start of the 2011 CFL season has arrived and the Alouettes have the honour of kicking things off as they host the BC Lions Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. at Percival Molson Stadium.
For the occasion, the reigning Grey Cup Champions will treat their fans to a banner-raising ceremony, and a special guest will also be in attendance in the form of the Grey Cup, the storied trophy which the Alouettes have claimed two years running now.
Following the pre-game ceremonies, the Alouettes will then put themselves to the test against the West Division powerhouse BC Lions in what promises to be a memorable game. Led by Wally Buono, the winningest coach in CFL history, the Lions are sure to be arriving in Montreal prepared for Thursday’s season-opener.
Marc Trestman’s men on the other hand, led by Anthony Calvillo and John Bowman, are looking forward to living up to the challenge following an especially intense training camp this spring. Both teams are sure to put on a show for Canadian Football fans, and it’s certain that all eyes will be on Montreal come Thursday.
Avila to perform at half-time
Thursday’s spectacle won’t be limited to the on-field happenings however, but will extend right through half-time, as Quebec-born singer Eva Avila performs for the crowd. A former Canadian Idol winner, Avila is no stranger to sporting events, having sung the national anthem prior to the 94th Grey Cup in addition to offering a memorable performance as part of the closing ceremonies at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver. Her third album, recorded entirely in French, is due out soon.
Tickets for Thursday’s game can be purchased by clicking here or by calling 514-790-1245. Alternatively, tickets can also be purchased on the day of the game at the Percival Molson Stadium ticket office, located near the stadium’s main entrance along Parc Avenue.
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