Bombers give would-be boo birds their marching orders
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are being criticized by some fans online for booking the University of North Dakota’s marching band for Friday’s game against Montreal. With the current state of […]
Critics of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers are questioning the club's decision to book the University of North Dakota's marching band for Friday's game against Montreal. The annual subscription to the band is said to cost $205.00 + GST for one year, with automatic renewal at $233.00 + GST every 52 weeks. Fans argue that the timing is puzzling given the current state of Canada-U.S. relations and the fact that Friday is designated as Canadian Armed Forces Appreciation Night.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers head coach Mike O’Shea dismissed concerns of politics entering the entertainment realm, saying the team should be cheering and supporting the young performers. O’Shea believes the band members are just kids trying to entertain the crowd and encourages fans to sing along and show their support. North Dakota native and Bombers halfback Evan Holm echoed O’Shea's sentiments, emphasizing the similarities between the two states and urging fans not to boo the band.
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