The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have struck again, this time making their way into the heart of campus to paint the campus cannon, Old Jeremiah. With news of their season debut in Guelph, they honoured the timeless tradition of painting the cannon as the Gryphon way to spread news and share excitement amongst the campus community.
Looking toward their upcoming season which will be played on campus at the recently renovated Alumni Stadium, the Ticats are hoping to invoke the enthusiasm and tradition that defines their team on game day.
The cannon, fondly known as Old Jeremiah, sits knowingly in the centre of campus. While it originally took its place in Guelph following World War I to commemorate the soldiers, it is now known for the messages it shares with students; transforming a layer of paint to a fundraiser, a proposal, or even the mark of Ticats tradition which is currently alive in Guelph.