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Grey Cup: The Fans and the Fanfare

Heroes, underdogs and last-minute shockers make the Grey Cup the most celebrated event in Canadian football. Since 1909 the annual event has brought out the best in Canadian fan spirit and appreciation, from prime ministers to cross-country trekkers. Though the gridiron has been muddy at times, the fogs thick and the winds cold, the players have soldiered on and the fans have never stopped cheering.


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Grey Cup: The Fans and the Fanfare

 
History of a Canadian sport

 
East vs. West

 
The mud bowl

 History of a Canadian sport

Governor General Earl Grey left a legacy to Canada in 1909. Ninety years later, his $48 trophy is still a highly regarded prize. (Radio; runs 29:23)

 East vs. West

In the '30s, Canadian Football becomes a national competition, uniting and sometimes dividing east and west. (Radio; runs 8:01)

 The mud bowl

Somewhere between mud sliding and football, the 1950 Grey Cup makes its mark. (TV; runs 2:10)

 
Old vs. new

 
Going the distance

 
Celebrating, Stampeder style

 Old vs. new

As Canadian Football progresses over the years, two different generations of player discuss which is the better way. (Radio; runs 9:49)

 Going the distance

For the Grey Cup's third appearance in Vancouver, two fans figure they'll take the long way. (TV; runs 1:57)

 Celebrating, Stampeder style

If you can't bring the Grey Cup to the Stampede, bring the stampede to the cup. (TV; runs 1:35)

 
A storybook finish

 
Memorable moments

 
Rider pride

 A storybook finish

Russ Jackson goes out with a bang on his last day as a Rough Rider. (TV; runs 1:42)

 Memorable moments

An era has ended, and a new one begins: A look back at the Grey Cup's most memorable moments. (TV; runs 2:51)

 Rider pride

Saskatchewan Roughrider fans are hoping to taste long awaited victory. (TV; runs 6:47)

 
'Rocketing' into the '90s

   
 'Rocketing' into the '90s

A new decade and a brand new batch of Grey Cup superstars. (TV; runs 1:34)

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