Are you the next Pigskin Pete? You could be — Search is on for new Ticats superfan
The Tiger-Cats say anyone can apply, regardless of age or gender
Are you the perfect fit for Pigskin Pete's iconic bowler hat?
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats launched their #PigskinPeteSearch campaign on social media Monday, meaning the hunt is on for the next person to fill the role of the team's official superfan.
We’re officially on the hunt for the next Pigskin Pete! <br><br>Have what it takes? Tweet us your 'Oskee Wee Wee' video with the hashtag <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PigskinPeteSearch?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PigskinPeteSearch</a>, or email our search committee at pigskinpete@ticats.ca!<br><br>DETAILS > <a href="https://t.co/19LkPoOILQ">https://t.co/19LkPoOILQ</a> <a href="https://t.co/eCH3YHdC0J">pic.twitter.com/eCH3YHdC0J</a>
—@Ticats"The Pigskin Pete character has been a staple at Tiger-Cats home games for the better part of a century and we're tasking our fans with helping us find the next one," explained Matt Afinec, Tiger-Cats president and chief operating officer, in a media release.
"We understand the historical significance of the role and the impact on our game experience to have the right person leading the Oskee Wee Wee chant – one of the most defining and symbolic in-game traditions in all of sports."
So what makes the perfect Pigskin Pete?
The team says it's searching for someone who embodies the "Pigskin Pete persona:
- A passionate, charismatic and energetic person who can perform the Oskee Wee Wee chant and represent all Tiger-Cats fans with "pride and integrity."
- You have to be willing to attend every home game at Tim Hortons Field and make select appearances around the community.
- That's about it! There are no restrictions based on age or gender. "Everyone interested is a candidate."
Every potential Pete will be reviewed by an advisory committee including Tiger-Cats community ambassador Lesley Stewart, receiver Luke Tasker, representatives from the team's front office, Ticats alumni, local media and season ticket holders.
That committee will create a short list of standout applicants and a minimum of three standouts will be selected for fans to vote on at Ticats.ca.
Here's how to apply:
If you think you have what it takes to lead the crowd in shouting Oskee Wee Wee create a video (one minute or less) introducing yourself and explaining what makes you the ideal choice for Pigskin Pete. Each submission must include their "best Oskee Wee Wee chant.
Send that video to the Tiger-Cats on Twitter (@Ticats), Instagram (hamiltontigercats) or Facebook (@cfltigercats) with the hashtag #PigskinPeteSearch, or by email at pigskinpete@ticats.ca
The deadline to submit videos is Friday, Feb. 22 at 5 p.m.