In less than 24 hours, the Alouettes will kick-off their regular season with a game against the Blue Bombers in Winnipeg. (8:30 p.m. kick-off on RDS, TSN, 95.5 and CJAD) For S.J. Green, it marks his tenth year with the Alouettes.
Training camp and the pre-season are now both things of the past for the wide receiver. “They’re both over for me and I’ve already turned the page. We now have to devote all our attention to preparing for the game against Winnipeg on Friday. Even though we played them in the first pre-season game, it won’t be the same team with the same players. The outcome of pre-season games has no bearing on qualifying for the playoffs,” said Green.
“The outcome of pre-season games has no bearing on qualifying for the playoffs.”
Learning offensive coordinator Anthony Calvillo’s new playbook has been going very well for the offensive unit. “We’re very comfortable with Calvillo’s playbook. We were able to study it during mini-camp in April and during training camp in June. We are always in a learning process, but we have reached a point where we can execute the plays at a professional level,” said the Alouettes pass receiver.
The start of the regular season is synonymous with routine for S. J. Green. “Whether it is attending meetings, watching film or practicing on the field, we always get ready in the same manner before the next game,” explained Green.
According to Green, the Alouettes’ offense could inflict a lot of damage against other CFL teams. “I believe we will score a lot of points this season. We have players who can split opposing defenses and our quarterbacks are excellent at throwing the ball. It will be a very good season – we have high expectations,” said the Alouettes veteran.
“We have players who can split opposing defenses and our quarterbacks are excellent at throwing the ball. It will be a very good season – we have high expectations.”
The Alouettes first game of the regular season is this Friday, June 24 in Winnipeg when they take on the Blue Bombers at 8:30 p.m. The first home game of the regular season will be Thursday, June 30 at 7:00 p.m. against the Ottawa REDBLACKS.
For the game against Ottawa, please take note of the security measures at the stadium, as well as being mindful of traffic congestion. We strongly suggest that fans arrive 90 minutes before the start of the game in order to avoid lengthy lineups. The recommended method of transport to McGill’s stadium is the free shuttle buses offered by the STM (Metro Square Victoria-OACI and McGill). Please take note Docteur Penfield avenue will be closed to westbound traffic between Peel and Pine for an undetermined period of time. 3 days before each home game, you can check details on weather and traffic, see exclusive videos, and even book a photo with a cheerleader on the web at AlsGameDay.com presented by Telus.
