The Edmonton Elks - CFL

[kcantor]

I suppose it's one way to ensure that some of the current league records will never get broken.

Having said that, other than enshrining existing records, I'm not sure this will really be as good for the Canadian game itself as the announcement makes it out to be. I'm okay with the rouge rule change and maybe even with moving the goal posts but I'm not sold that shortening the field will have the effect they want.

 

[Glenco]

 

[IanO]

4 pillars according to most are:

Three Downs
12 Players
The Final Three Minutes
Canadian Content

 

[bodsbods9090]

Those are mine too.

If they choose to go to 4 downs, I'm out as a CFL watcher, and I have been one for years(since I was 5).

Would be a sad day for CFL fans if they move away from 3 downs.

 

[archited]

If they go with 4 downs with the same field dimensions width-wise they might as well just give each side 100 points and call it a day. I don't even agree with shortening the playing field.

 

[johnnyboy]

Terrible news

Elks Mourn The Loss of Owner Larry Thompson

It is with heavy hearts that the Edmonton Elks Football Club announce the passing of our owner Larry Thompson. We are devastated to have to deliver this news. “Although I had the privilege of working with Larry for less than a year, his impact on me—and on our entire organization—was profound,”...

www.goelks.com

 

[archited]

I wonder if Katz will step up?

 

[Gronk!]

Terrible news

Elks Mourn The Loss of Owner Larry Thompson

It is with heavy hearts that the Edmonton Elks Football Club announce the passing of our owner Larry Thompson. We are devastated to have to deliver this news. “Although I had the privilege of working with Larry for less than a year, his impact on me—and on our entire organization—was profound,”...

www.goelks.com

The ownership of the Edmonton Elks franchise will remain with Deb Thompson, who is steadfast in her dedication to carry on Larry’s vision to revive the Double E as a pillar in the Edmonton sports scene and a leader in the community.

“Our family is devastated with the loss of our anchor,” Deb Thompson said. “Larry was a legend and our family will continue his legacy far beyond our lifetimes. Owning EE was a life long dream, my only regret is he isn’t here to enjoy it. I will continue to support the club and community as it has become my dream as well as of our family.”

 

[IanO]

Incredibly sad news indeed. RIP

Hopeful words from Deb.

 

[IanO]

 

[Gronk!]

I assume there'll be a moment of silence during today's game vs the Roughriders.

 

[scyeg]

Looks like there will be 30,000+ today. Unfortunately a lot of Riders fans, but hopefully the Elks faithful show up and are loud. Playoffs are a bit of a longshot, but Toronto lost yesterday so the crossover is still in play. WPG plays Hamilton today and are 4 pts. up on the Elks. A WPG loss and EDM win would set up a very interesting game between the two on Oct. 11 as both teams have a bye next week.

 

[IanO]

Can't wait and here's hoping the rain holds off.

This one is for LT.

 

[johnnyboy]

Elks win!

For Larry.

 

[IanO]

What a finish, but come on Elks... you almost did it AGAIN!

Great to see the place packed* though.