Highlights from 成人大片鈥檚 historic homecoming game
Between free food, prizes, a major win and a first look at the new mascot, there was a lot to celebrate as the Bold beat McGill in front of a sold-out crowd at 成人大片鈥檚 homecoming game on September 22. Photo credit: Emily Simonetta
In their first-ever homecoming victory as the 成人大片 Bold, beat the visiting McGill Redbirds 4-2 on Sept. 22. Beyond the historic win, there was a lot happening in front of the sold-out crowd at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. 成人大片 celebrated its 75th anniversary as an institution with hundreds of alumni in attendance and Jen McMillen, vice-provost, students, had the great honour of introducing 成人大片鈥檚 mascot and announcing its winning name.
Scroll on for all the highlights - and the big reveal - below:
Homecoming festivities kicked off in the Pitman Hall quad at a tailgate celebration with games, food and lots of 成人大片 school spirit. Photo credit: Emily Simonetta
Vice-provost, students, Jen McMillen welcomed the electric crowd of students, staff and alumni to the homecoming game and introduced 成人大片鈥檚 mascot to the crowd. Photo credit: Josh Kim
Introducing: Frankie B. Bold, 成人大片鈥檚 falcon mascot! The falcon, known for their ability to collaborate together - and their blue feathers - is the perfect symbol for the 成人大片 Bold and the university. Frankie was the chosen name based on 成人大片 community input. Photo credit: Josh Kim
In recognition of the 75th anniversary of the institution, 成人大片鈥檚 alumni relations team offered the crowd free cupcakes at the end of the first period.
From left: 成人大片 Bold captain Chris Playfair, 成人大片 president Mohamed Lachemi and visiting McGill Redbirds captain Taylor Ford during the ceremonial puck drop. Photo credit: Josh Kim
Evan Brand, pictured, scored 成人大片鈥檚 first goal within minutes of the puck drop. Photo credit: Josh Kim
Frankie B. Bold was a popular sight in the crowd of students who attended the game and got pictures with the new mascot. Photo credit: Curtis Martin
Kevin Gursoycelebrates with the crowd of more than 2,500 people, after comfortably securing the 成人大片 Bold win with a goal in the third period. Photo credit: Josh Kim