Labor Day Classic 2009

Friday, May 29, 2009

TIGER-CATS ADD FOUR MORE ON OFFENCE



Brooks Reynolds
2009-05-29 11:03:00

Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has signed import running back DeAndra’ Cobb as well as import receivers Aaron Fairooz, Drisan James and Marquay McDaniel.

Cobb, a 5-10, 196-pound native of Las Vegas, Nevada was selected by the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round of the 2005 NFL Draft after two seasons at Michigan State. In 24 games at MSU, he returned 64 kickoffs for 1,632 yards and a school record four touchdowns while rushing for 900 yards and four touchdowns. Cobb also spent time on the practice roster of the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars.

Fairooz, a 6-6, 218-pound native of Arlington, Texas played at Central Arkansas, earning All-Southland Conference honours twice. He signed with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers last season and was among the final group of players released during training camp.

James, a 5-11, 185-pound native of Phoenix, Arizona has played with the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles, Oakland Raiders and Chicago Bears over the past two seasons. Before turning pro, James played four seasons at Boise State where he caught three passes for 96 yards and two touchdowns in the Broncos’ unforgettable 2007 Fiesta Bowl victory over Oklahoma.

McDaniel, a 5-10, 205-pound native of Virginia Beach, Virginia set several school records during his four seasons at Hampton including career punt return yards (1,907), career touchdown receptions (22), single-season receptions (59) and single-season touchdowns (14). He spent the 2007 season on the practice roster of the NFL’s Denver Broncos and attended the team’s training camp in 2008.

About the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) with a rich 140-year history, which includes 15 Grey Cup Championships. For more information log onto www.ticats.ca

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Could this be new Home of our ticats














Could This be Ticats New Home
The Spec has Great Story on it
http://www.thespec.com/News/BreakingNews/article/572336

Ticats Sign more for Camp

CATS SIGN FOUR FROM 2009 DRAFT CLASS, TWO MORE OFFENSIVE LINEMEN

Brooks Reynolds
2009-05-28 15:15:00

Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has signed four players selected in the 2009 CFL Canadian Draft; defensive lineman Scott McCuaig, running back Guillaume Allard-Cameus, defensive back Raymond Wladichuk and wide receiver Cassidy Doneff. The team has also signed non-import offensive linemen Daniel Bederman and Francis Daneau.

McCuaig, a 6-3, 229-pound native of Surrey, British Columbia was selected by the Ticats in the third round (22nd overall). The UBC product finished his CIS career as Canada West’s all-time quarterback sack leader with 27.5 career sacks. He also recorded 147 tackles en route to being named a two-time Canada West All-Star and a CIS First-Team All-Canadian in 2008.

Allard-Cameus, a 6-0, 215-pound native of Laval, Quebec was drafted by the Black and Gold in the fifth round (33rd overall). In four seasons at Laval, he carried the ball 274 times for 1,292 yards and 11 touchdowns while making 39 receptions for 318 yards and two majors. He was a member of Laval’s Vanier Cup championship teams in 2006 and 2008.

Wladichuk, a 6-0, 190-pound native of Vernon, British Columbia was selected by the Ticats in the fifth round (38th overall). He played three seasons at Simon Fraser, making 95.5 tackles, three interceptions and one quarterback sack. He also returned 22 kickoffs for 441 yards (20.1 avg).

Doneff, a 6-0, 183-pound native of Cochrane, Alberta was picked by the Cats in the sixth round (41st overall). The 2008 Wally Buono Award winner as Canada's top junior football player spent last season with Washburn University.

Bederman, a 6-1, 320-pound native of Toronto, Ontario played four seasons at Queen’s where he was named an OUA First-Team All-Star in 2008 and Second-Team OUA All-Star in 2007.

Daneau, a 6-3, 270-pound native of Sherbrooke, Quebec played four seasons at Sherbrooke as a tackle, guard and centre.

Tranning Camp Sch is out

Practice times subject to change without notice. All practice will take place at McMaster University's Ronald V. Joyce Stadium unless otherwise noted. Media availability will take place on the field immediately following practice.

Wednesday, June 3
ROOKIES REPORT

Thursday, June 4
8:00am – 10:30pm
2:00pm – 4:30pm

Friday, June 5
8:00am – 10:30pm
2:00pm – 4:30pm

Saturday, June 6
VETERANS REPORT

Sunday June 7
8:30am – 12:30pm

Monday June 8
8:30am – 12:45pm

Tuesday June 9
8:30am – 10:05am

Wednesday June 10
8:30am - 12:30pm

Thursday June 11
8:30am - 12:30pm

Friday June 12
8:30am – 10:05am

Saturday June 13
12:30pm – 1:55pm - Controlled Scrimmage

Sunday June 14
8:30am - 12:30pm

Monday June 15
8:30am - 12:30pm

Friday June 19
8:30am - 12:45pm

Saturday June 20
8:30am - 12:45pm

Sunday June 21
8:30am – 10:15am

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

TIGER-CATS SIGN QB JASON BOLTUS


Tiger-Cats Sign QB Jason Boltus




Scott McNaughton / HTC
2009-05-27 11:30:00

TIGER-CATS SIGN QB JASON BOLTUS

Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has signed import quarterback Jason Boltus, NCAA Division III’s all-time leader in total offence.

Boltus, a 6-4, 225-pound native of Baldwinsville, New York was named the ECAC Division III Player of the Year and ECAC Northwest Player of the Year in 2008 after throwing for 3,934 passing yards and 46 touchdowns in his senior season at Hartwick College.

Over the course of his stellar four-year college career, Boltus threw for 13,276 passing yards and 134 touchdowns while carrying the ball 371 times for 968 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. The 22-year-old is NCAA Division III’s all-time leader in total offence while his career passing yardage ranks second all-time and his 134 career touchdown passes ranks third all-time.

The Ticats also announced that the team has released import quarterbacks Josh Betts and Erik Meyer.

About the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) with a rich 140-year history, which includes 15 Grey Cup Championships. For more information log onto www.ticats.ca

As you All Know I post this early this week
The Team had to wait for CFL to get paper work before the could Make it Public on Ticats.ca
I spoke Danny Mac at Boston Pizza Party In Burlington.
He told Boltus has Real Live arm and should have Stongest Arm in Camp
He also said Kid is Quite Moble..

Boston Pizza Party in Burlington

Last night was Boston Pizza Party in Burlington
I Met with Danny Mac Head Coach Marcel Bellefeuille Khari Jones our QB Coach
Players Ray Mariuz and the CFL Best Long Snaper in Matt Robichaud
The Also had Most Marketing Staff There as well as some Ticket Reps.

It Was great way to kick things off .
I Moved around the Room Talking to everyone in Black and Gold
I got a Real Sence of This Team wanting to move forward and win
Great news ...

Don't For the Real Kickoff to season is The Season Ticket Pick up Part this Sunday
May 31 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Ivor Wynne Stadium.
The Ticats also ask to all Fan to stay away from North Stands as they are being Repaired.

I also Post Practice Info for Rookie and Main Camp ASAP

A Message from Bob O'Billovich

A Message from Bob O'Billovich

Scott McNaughton / HTC
2009-05-27 10:47:00

Message from Bob O’Billovich:

In response to all the community support for Tiger-Cats general manager Bob O’Billovich during this time, we would all like to extend a warm thank you. Bob has recently undergone hip surgery and has received an overwhelming amount of support from many of you, not just in TigerTown.

“To all the players, coaches, staff and fans, I want to thank all of you who supported me and sent along well wishes and prayers regarding my hip surgery. The large amount of response from the community and organization has once again proven the dedication of this team and its fans,” stated O’Billovich. “The surgery went well and I will be on the field with the guys by mid-June during training camp.”

Monday, May 25, 2009

a Great read and My Take on our Off-Season

There Great Read from The Winnpieg Free Press
http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/football/bombers/old-faces-new-places-cfl-report-card-45910612.html

They Did grade on Off-Season from Each Team
I Disagree with Hamilton Grade.
As did not address the D-Line IMO
Mind we did get Better at O-Line lineBacker DB WR and QB also RB
I still feel one better O-Lines in The League and there No Cam Wake.
-B I Give them Here cause of the D-line



HAMILTON TIGER-CATS

THE BIG SPLASH: Being perennially awful means the Ticats often make significant big splashes in the off-season, and this winter was no different -- so much so that the release of former saviour Casey Printers barely drew a shrug of the shoulders across the league. Three ex-Bombers should improve the Tabbies in the short term: QB Kevin Glenn gives the squad a veteran safety net should Quinton Porter's development stagnate while tackles Dan Goodspeed and Alexandre Gauthier solidfy an O-line that surrendered the most sacks a year ago. Jesse Lumsden is gone, while CFL vets Otis Floyd (B.C.), Agustin Barrenechea (Edm.) and Brandon Guillory (Edm.) strengthen the front seven.

OUR TAKE: There's a certain quick-fix feel to the additions, given that Barrenechea, Floyd, Gauthier, Glenn and Goodspeed will all be 30 or older by the start of the season. But the Ticats need to win now after being absolutely horrible over the last few years and GM Bob O'Billovich has addressed that urgency.

FREE PRESS GRADE: A

Saturday, May 23, 2009

Depth chart

Here who I think will be where on the depth chart when camp starts

Team Depth Chart (I) = Import

Bold = Starter

_____________________OFFENCE______________________
QB
1 PORTER (I)

2 Glen (I)
3 Tafalis (I)
4 Betts (I)

HB
1 Keith (I)
2 Caulley (I)
3 Smith (I)
4 Sadeghian

FB
1 Brown
2 Pavlovic

WR
1 Rodriguez (I)
2 Davis (I)

3 Mitchell (I)
4 Currie (I)

SB
1 Bauman
2 Stalla
3 Quinnie (I)

4 Currie (I)

OT
1 Gauthier
2 Goodspeed (I)

3 Rottier
4 Carlson
G
1 Hudson
2 Gagne-Marcoux

3 Rottier
4 Carlson
C
1 Hage
2 Gagne-Marcoux
3 Hudson
______________SPECAIL TEAMS________
K/P
1 Setta (I)

2 Stalla

KR/PR
1 Currie (I)
2 Smith (I)

3 Stalla

LS
1 Robichaud

____________DEFENCE

DE
1 Guillory
2 Mcintyre (I)

3?
4?

DT
1 Kirk (I)
2 Adams

3 Reed
4 Patterson (I)

OLB
1 Knowlton (I)
2 Carter
3 Mariuz
4 Matechuk (I)
5 Castelo (I)
6 Brown (I)
MLB
1 Floyd (I)
2 Barrenechea
3 Siskowic (I)

DHB
1 Tisdale (I)
2 Zematis (I)

3 Smith (I)
4 Brown (I)
CB
1 Gordon (I)
2 Bradley (I)

3 Stephen (I)
4 Tisdale (I)

S
1 Barker
2 Beveride
3 Manning

Friday, May 22, 2009

It Offical Boltus has Signed


It Offical Boltus has Signed


The Hamilton Tiger-Cats added standout quarterback Jason Boltus to their roster, inking the Hartwick College graduate for the upcoming season.

The deal puts an end to three weeks of waiting for Boltus, who was passed on by NFL teams in the draft in late April.

''I'm just glad to know I've found a home and can now get down to what I want to do, which is play football,'' Boltus said in a news release. "I'm very happy the Tiger-Cats have given me this opportunity."

http://www.tsn.ca/cfl/story/?id=279575

Thursday, May 21, 2009

TIcats cut 1 and sign 5

Signed:
Jacob Patek DB (I)
Matt Castelo LB (I)
Carlton Brown DB (I)
Melvin Matlock DB (I)
Desman Stephen DB (I)

Released:
Jason Nedd DB (N/I)

http://scratchingpost.thespec.com/2009/05/ticats-sign-five-cut-one.html

If your going to Ticats Tranning Camp Be ready to pay for parking

Every Since The Ticats have held Tranning Camp at at McMaster
Fans Could park for free
Those days maybe over.
Mac has gone to automated Parking
Now it looks like Ticats fans will pay if you want to watch Tranning Camp at Mac.

I spoke a member of Ticats Staff and He informed me "
At this point, because of the changes McMaster has made to their parking procedures, it doesn't look like free parking will be available during training camp this year. We will be sure to provide updates in the event that the situation changes."


So be ready to pay for parking at Camp or Take the Bus

Ticats lose another good Staff Member Joe Gallagher Leaves Tigertown.

I got the Following Email Today:
_________________________________________________________________
Good morning everyone!

It is with both regret and anticipation that I am writing this email today. As of the end of the day tomorrow, I will no longer be employed by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. I have recently accepted a position with IMG Worldwide and the University of Cincinnati Athletic Department.

Beginning next Tuesday the 26th, I will officially begin my new position with IMG Worldwide selling sponsorship for the University of Cincinnati Athletics. This amazing opportunity allows me to take on a new challenge in a new marketplace and will continue to enhance my career within sports. This opportunity also gives me a chance to move back to the Midwest as well as pursue my Masters degree from the University of Cincinnati. (If any of you have any business or personal contacts in the greater Cincinnati area, you would be a big help!!)

I can't describe how much the last three years that I've spent here has meant to me. It's a little bittersweet leaving right before the season starts, but as you know these opportunities don't come around often and I feel that it is the best decision for me both personally and professionally.

I will continue to cheer on the Tiger-Cats and hopefully make it back for a few games this season. Please feel free to keep in touch with me

The friendships and relationships that I've formed here are the most important things that I will take with me. It truly has been an absolute pleasure getting to know and work with all of you. I look forward to keeping in touch with all of you as well as a great season from the Black and Gold!!!

All the best,
Joe Gallagher

_______________________________________________________
Joe Gallagher and Kevin Walsh where the best I Trusted them.
Now I feel kind empty knowing the are both gone.
Who talked to me about Football from Ticket Dept.
Who will help get my Question Answered or get things done for me.
I wish Joe All the best

Season is all most here get your Tickets

Fans Invited To Ticats Season Seat Pick-Up Party


John Sokolowski
2009-05-20 15:42:00

FANS INVITED TO TICATS SEASON SEAT PICK-UP PARTY

Hamilton, Ontario – Hamilton Tiger-Cats Season Seat Holders are invited to the 2009 Season Seat Pickup Party, which will take place on Sunday, May 31 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Ivor Wynne Stadium.

Attendees are asked to please enter through the Balsam Gate and remember to bring identification in order to pick up their tickets.

Along with picking up their 2009 season seat packages, Ticats fans will be able to participate in a variety of interactive events taking place on the field. Fans can mingle with players, cheerleaders, and Stripes and can enjoy the music of Life of Riley who will be performing live. Y108 will also broadcast live from the event.

The Scotiabank Kick Contest will also return to the field this year. Fans will have the opportunity to attempt a field goal from the turf at Ivor Wynne Stadium and all money raised from the contest will be used to donate Ticats tickets to children's charities in the Hamilton area.

As proud partners of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Swiss Chalet (Queenston Road location) is offering the first 1,000 Season Seat Holders a complimentary meal at the event. The meal will include Swiss Chalet's famous rotisserie chicken, chicken strips, and perogies.

Ticket packages that are not picked up at the Season Seat Pick-Up Party will be mailed directly to season ticket holders during the following week.

Please note that the north stands will be closed during this event due to stadium upgrades.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Some Fans don't get it

With Camp Less 14 days away Some fans don't get why I am asking about Parking .
Well Since I don't Drive it don't matter for me . what dose bother is Retired and Disable who can walk a fair Distance to Mac Stadium.

Some people are Fix Income and Need to park Close.
The Ticats are working on This Issuie I been told and it will Fixed soon.

Updateds

As the 2009 season quickly approaches, life in TigerTown is getting more exciting.We are always looking for unique and different ways to involve our biggest fans, you the season seat holders. Please see below for information regarding our pre-sale on single game tickets, rollback prices for our 1960's Retro game, an exclusive offer from Primus, and the 2009 Season Seat Pickup Party.

Pre-sale for Single Game Tickets Now Open to Season Seat Holders

Your Season Seat Holder pre-sale window for single game tickets starts today. This window will be open until this Friday, May 22 at 5:00 p.m. with the public sale beginning on Monday, June 1st.

Season Seat Holders looking to take advantage of this offer should contact their customer service team at 905-547-CATS (2287). Please note that tickets are only available by phone.

Ticats Rollback Prices to Celebrate 1960's Retro Game

Tiger-Cats Season Seat Holders will have the opportunity to experience 1960's retro pricing for the July 18th game against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Season Seat Holders will be able to purchase single tickets for this Retro game for $4.50 each in sections 6 and 8 for up to a maximum of 10 tickets.

This ticket price will be available for a limited time and can only be purchased by phone. Please call your customer service team at 905-547-CATS (2287) to get your tickets. Offer not valid on day of the game.

Ticats and Primus Team Up to Offer $25 Gift Card to Season Seat Holders

Season Seat Holders can receive a $25 Tiger-Cats Gift Card courtesy of Primus by subscribing to Primus Home Phone Service before July 1, 2009. Tiger-Cats fans will also receive three months of free long-distance calling in this offer. Visit ticats.ca and click the Primus button on the home page for more details.

2009 Season Seat Pickup Party

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Season Seat Holders are invited to the 2009 Season Seat Pickup Party, which will take place on Sunday, May 31 between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at Ivor Wynne Stadium.

Please enter through the Balsam Gate and remember to bring identification in order to pick up your tickets.

Along with picking up your tickets for the 2009 season, you and your families will be able to participate in a variety of interactive events taking place on the field. Fans can mingle with players, cheerleaders, and Stripes and can enjoy the music of Life of Riley who will be performing live. Y108 will also be broadcasting live at the event.

The Scotiabank Kick Contest will also be back this year. Fans will have the opportunity to kick field goals on the field and all money raised from the contest will be used to donate tickets to Tiger-Cats home games to children's charities in the Hamilton area.

As proud partners of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Swiss Chalet Queenston Road location is offering the first 1,000 Season Seat Holders a complimentary meal at the event. The meal will include Swiss Chalet's famous rotisserie chicken, chicken strips, and perogies.

Tickets not picked up at the event will be mailed to Season Seat Holders during the following week.

Oskee Wee Wee,

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Ticats Visit Local Boston Pizzas



Scott McNaughton / HTC
2009-05-13 10:10:00

Beginning next week the Tiger-Cats will be hosting four separate ticketing events at different Boston Pizzas across TigerTown. Each event will include appearances by Ticats coaches, players, alumni and Stripes taking place from 6 - 8 pm.

Come out and join us as we talk about the upcoming 2009 season and give away some prizes that include Hamilton Tiger-Cats merchandise and Boston Pizza gift certificates.

Additionally, each person in attendance will be entered into a draw to win a trip for two with the team to Montreal for the July 23rd game. The trip includes round-trip transportation on VIA 1, hotel accommodations and game tickets. Please note: (1) Montreal trip will be given out at each location.

Event locations include:

Tuesday, May 19th - Brantford (299 Wayne Gretzky Parkway)

Players: Linebacker Ray Mariuz and linebacker Matt Robichaud
Special Guests: Head Coach Marcel Bellefeuille, Quarterbacks Coach Khari Jones, and President Scott Mitchell

Thursday, May 21st - St. Catharines (333 Ontario Street)

Players: Defensive Back Sean Manning and Offensive Lineman Cedric Gagne-Marcoux
Special Guests: Danny McManus, Hall-of-Famer Angelo Mosca, Offensive Coordinator Mike Gibson, Assistant Head Coach Greg Marshall, and President Scott Mitchell

Tuesday, May 26th - Burlington (3120 South Service Road)

Players: Linebacker Ray Mariuz and Linebacker Matt Robichaud
Special Guests: Danny McManus, Head Coach Marcel Bellefeuille, and Quarterbacks Coach Khari Jones

Thursday, May 28th - Cambridge (205 Franklin Boulevard)

Players: Linebacker Matt Robichaud and Linebacker Augustine Barrenechea
Special Guests: Offensive Coordinator Mike Gibson, and Assistant Head Coach Greg Marshall

City of Hamilton needs to show the money

With The City not want Pay for any Renovations to Copps
Mr Jim Balsillie will find out what Bob Found out the City dose not want to pay to have pro Teams.
The City Hamilton will over pay for Street Cleaning Equipment(see two years ago)

This was of the One Reasons I Live in Burlington
a City that will to Spend money to get something Good.
The new Water Front with a Pier
New Theater Going up where the old Police Station was .
Hamilton is Cheep and Till they start Spend money
there going lose out on a NHL Team.
Now Owner is going want pay for all Upgrades to Stadium or Area.
They did get Rich by being to soul Investor in something.

If Bob had not step in there be no Score Board
we still have old light bright sitting at IWS
The Fact a Light Stander Broke was because The City won't Repair our Home
The Rips in The Carpet at IWS that could hurt someone bad..
Hamilton you want the NHL
You want to keep The Tigercats
Then you better Tell Your Elected Leaders to Step up and Show These people the Money $$$$$

I could see a Day with Burlington Getting both the NHL and The Tigercats
only cause the city of Hamilton is too cheep to fix it Aging Infrastructures

Monday, May 11, 2009

TICATS SELECT ZAC CARLSON IN CFL SUPPLEMENTAL DRAFT



Erin Sue / HTC
2009-05-11 15:48:00
TICATS SELECT ZAC CARLSON IN CFL SUPPLEMENTAL DRAFT
Black and Gold Also Sign 2009 First-Round Picks Rottier and Brown

Hamilton, Ontario – Earlier today, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats selected offensive lineman Zac Carlson in the 2009 CFL Supplemental Draft. Immediately following his selection, Carlson inked a multi-year contract with the Ticats.

The Tiger-Cats also signed offensive lineman Simeon Rottier and receiver/fullback Darcy Brown, their two first-round draft picks in the 2009 CFL Canadian Draft, to multi-year contracts today.

“These talented, young players represent the building blocks of this franchise,” said general manager Bob O’Billovich. “We believe that all three players have the ability to make positive contributions to the future success of the Tiger-Cats.”

Carlson, a 6-4, 280-pound native of Winnipeg, Manitoba played three seasons at Weber State at both guard and tackle.

Rottier (pronounced Row-teer), a 6-6, 286-pound native of Westlock, Alberta was the first player selected in the 2009 CFL Canadian Draft. Rottier was named a 2008 first team All-Canadian and a CanWest All-Star three times while anchoring the offensive line at the University of Alberta.

Brown, 6-4, 250-pound native of Mississauga, Ontario was the sixth overall selection in the 2009 Draft. During his CIS career at Saint Mary's, Brown caught 27 passes for 489 yards and six touchdowns while carrying the ball seven times for 128 yards and a touchdown.

Ticats To hold Locker Room Sale

I was told but someone in Ticats the going to be another Locker Room Sale before the season
Date and Time TBA

Carlson Upgrades the Draft From Fail to pass.

I graded the Ticats draft a Failure ...F
But After today they pick another good Prospect in Weber State offensive tackle Zac Carlson
This upgrades The Grade IMO to a C... But it good Enought for a passing Grade from me

According to TSN Football Commentator Duane Forde

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats will select Weber State offensive tackle Zac Carlson today with the first overall selection in the supplemental draft.

The Tiger-Cats will forfeit their first round pick in the 2010 Canadian Draft.

http://www.tsn.ca/columnists/duane_forde/?id=278326

Friday, May 8, 2009

CATS SIGN FOUR FROM FLORIDA CAMP



Brooks Reynolds
2009-05-08 14:34:00
CATS SIGN FOUR FROM FLORIDA CAMP

Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has signed four players who attended their recent free agent camp in Florida. Import linebacker Isaac Brown, import defensive back Virgil Gray, import defensive lineman Elton Patterson and import wide receiver Jacob Willis will take part in training camp after impressing Ticats scouts in the Sunshine State last month.

Brown, a 5-11, 206-pound native of Saginaw, Michigan signed with the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons last year after playing four seasons at Central Michigan. Brown registered 207 tackles (97 solo), five quarterback sacks and two interceptions with the Chippewas.

Gray, a 5-10, 180-pound native of Atlanta, Georgia spent last season with af2’s Lubbock Renegades, leading the team with 85.5 defensive tackles and eight interceptions. He played four seasons at the University of Rhode Island, recording 254 tackles, three quarterback sacks and seven interceptions with the Rams.

Patterson, a 6-2, 271-pound native of Tallahassee, Florida was selected in the seventh round of the 2003 NFL Draft by the Cincinnati Bengals after a stellar college career at Central Florida, where he racked up 256 tackles and 31 quarterback sacks. In addition to his time with the Bengals, Patterson has played with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Minnesota Vikings, NFL Europe’s Berlin Thunder and the Orlando Predators of the Arena Football League.

Willis, a 5-11, 182-pound native of Champaign, Illinois joins the Ticats after playing two seasons at Illinois. The 24-year-old caught 38 passes for 643 yards and six touchdowns with the Fighting Illini.

The Ticats also announced that the team has released import linebacker Tim Goodwell, import defensive back Rontarius Robinson and import wide receiver Jo Jo Walker.

Bye bye Jo jo Cut Cut Jojo walker

Ticats WR JoJo Walker was Relesed today

Also the Ticats have added four players to their roster while releasing three.

Isaac Brown - LB - Central Michigan
Virgil Gray - DB - Rhode Island
Elton Patterson - DL - Central Florida
Jacob Willis - WR - Illinois

Also OUT:
DB Rontarius Robinson
LB Tim Goodwell

All four of the guys signed attended the free agent camp in Florida According to the Spec

Wednesday, May 6, 2009

Another Trade

Tiger-Cats Complete Trade With Eskimos


Brooks Reynolds
2009-05-06 17:28:00
TIGER-CATS COMPLETE TRADE WITH ESKIMOS

Hamilton, Ontario
– The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has acquired a conditional draft pick in the 2010 CFL Canadian Draft from the Edmonton Eskimos in exchange for import offensive lineman Gerald Davis.

Davis played in six games with the Ticats in 2008.

Monday, May 4, 2009

If Had been Charge of ticats 2009 Draft

I was the Ticats Forum and I was Challenged to Come on 2009 Draft.

(1) I would kept that1st pick
Then Traded 1st in 2010 Right to Corry mase to Argo for 2nd pick in 2009
(2) with that 2nd pick Etienne Legare 2nd overall Swap The 3rd to BC
for Lions Pick 6 over all and 13 Pick 2bd Round
(3) I would take Tristan Black with 6th pick Then 3rd round pick I would took Thaine Carter

Rest of pick I would fine with

Saturday, May 2, 2009

Call me Coach Tom..

The Past two days I've Learning how be Football Coach From Football Coaches at McMaster.
The Two Cinc when over Everything From Kicking with Dana Sagan to OL with Jason Ryle
They Cram my head full of Info .. what a Weekend but No I am a NCCP Level 1 Coach.

I still got alot to learn but what a Weekend..

Ticats Lay an Egg in CFL Draft

The Ticats IMO laid an Egg Draft day

I don't understand they didn't pick up Tristan Black with #6 Pick.

Have head of Darcy Brown The 13 Pick was to be a DR will he Report ????
Really Disappointed after the 1st pick the rest of draft IMO was a BUST.

The Ticats picks

No. 1: Simeon Rottier, OL, University of Alberta

No. 6: Darcy Brown, WR/FB, St. Mary's (WHAT WHERE THEY THINKINGING BLACK WAS THERE

No. 13: Ryan Hinds, CB, University of New Hampshire (Wants to be Dr will He Report )

No. 22: Scott McCuaig, DE, University of British Columbia

No. 33: Guillaume Allard-Cameus, RB, Laval

No. 38: Raymond Wladichuk, DB, Simon Fraser

No. 41: Cassidy Doneff,WR, Washburn

No. 46: Bill McGrath, OL, Indiana State



Ticats Deal with BC Lions and Swap 1st rounds

The TSN story that the Ticats and Lions have a deal to swap first rounders if Jamal Lee is still on the board has been confirmed by a source with knowledge of the situation. In exchange for their No. 3 pick, the Ticats would get B.C.'s No. 6 and their No. 13

Cat Trade with Roughriders again

Ticats Swing Trade With Riders


2009-05-01 15:51:00

TICATS SWING TRADE WITH RIDERS

Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that they have acquired non-import linebacker Yannick Carter, import receiver Brandon Myles and Saskatchewan’s third round selection (22nd overall) in the 2009 CFL Canadian Draft from the Saskatchewan Roughriders in exchange for non-import linebacker Sasha Glavic and the Ticats third round (17th overall) selection in the 2009 Draft.

“Yannick is an excellent special teams player and adds another quality Canadian to our roster while Brandon is a talented receiver who will compete for a spot in training camp,” said general manager Bob O’Billovich.

Carter, a 6-1, 212-pound native of Pickering, Ontario has spent the past two seasons with the Roughriders after being selected in the third round (20th overall) of the 2007 CFL Canadian Draft. The Wilfrid Laurier product has recorded 38 special teams tackles in 34 regular season games and helped the Riders capture a Grey Cup in 2007.

Myles, a 6-3, 190-pound native of Goochland, Virginia signed with the Riders as a free agent on April 17. Before turning pro, Myles recorded 70 receptions for 1,142 yards and 12 touchdowns over three seasons at West Virginia.

The Ticats also announced the team has released import running back Andre Callender.

The Ticats hold seven picks in this weekend’s CFL Canadian Draft, including the first and third overall selections.

About the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) with a rich 140-year history, which includes 15 Grey Cup Championships. For more information log onto www.ticats.ca

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