Riders Announce First Of Many 2013 Stars Returning For Sasktel Plaza Of Honour Induction
The 2013 Grey Cup’s Most Outstanding Player, Kory Sheets, and fan favourites Tyron Brackenridge, Tristan Jackson, Chris Getzlaf and Neal Hughes will be among the many members of the 2013 team returning to Saskatchewan for a celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the Grey Cup Championship and their team induction into the SaskTel Plaza of Honour.
This is just the first announcement of the dozens of players and personnel who have committed to returning to Saskatchewan for a weekend filled with community appearances, autograph sessions and fan interactions.
“We are thrilled to be able to bring back players and personnel from our 2013 Championship Team, who created so many lasting memories for Rider Nation,” said Roughriders President and CEO Craig Reynolds. “This special weekend, which includes a special halftime induction ceremony on October 7th, will create new memories between the players and fans as we celebrate one of the Club’s greatest moments and people who made it all possible.”
Fans are encouraged to keep an eye on Roughriders social media channels as more 2013 players and personnel attending will be announced throughout the month. A schedule of the weekend’s events, including media opportunities, will be released closer to the game.
Tickets for Legends Night – 2013 Anniversary presented by Purolator are available at riderville.com with Family Packs starting at $99.
Quote from Tristan Jackson
“I’m beyond excited to get back to celebrate with Rider Nation. It’s been way too long. They’ll always have a special place in my heart. Love you guys, see y’all soon.”
Biographies
Tyron Brackenridge (#41)
Defensive back
Years: 2011-2015
Games Played: 75
Roughriders Awards: Most Outstanding Defensive Player (2012, 2013)
All Star: West (2013, 2014), CFL (2013, 2014)
Fast Facts: Brackenridge had three interceptions in 2013 and 2014, earning CFL all-star honours both years. A fan favourite defender, he was known for his big hits and was named the Roughriders Most Outstanding Defensive Player on a team full of big defensive playmakers.
Chris Getzlaf (#89)
Receiver
Years: 2007-2015, 2017
Games Played: 127
Roughrider Awards: Most Outstanding Canadian (2011, 2013)
Grey Cup Awards: Most Outstanding Canadian (2013)
All Star: West (2012, 2013)
SaskTel Plaza of Honour: Individually inducted in 2021
Fast Facts: Getzlaf led the Roughriders in receiving yardage (1,045) during the 2013 championship season, made three catches for 78 yards in the Grey Cup game, two of which set up short TD run
Neal Hughes (#32)
Fullback
Years: 2004-2014
Games Played: 140
SaskTel Plaza of Honour: Individually inducted in 2019
Fast Facts: Hughes had three carries for 32 yards at the tail end of the Grey Cup game. Had a career-high seven touchdowns in 2008 including Darian Durant’s first career TD pass (July 12, 2008 at Hamilton).
Tristan Jackson (#38)
Defensive back and returner
Years: 2011-2015
Games played: 75
Roughrider Awards: Most Outstanding Special Teams Player (2014)
Signed one-day contract to retire as a Roughrider on March 7, 2019
Fast Facts: Two missed field goal return touchdowns for more than 100 yards including a CFL record 129 yards (2012) and 111-yard return (2014), logged nine career interceptions as a Rider including four in 2014
Kory Sheets (#1)
Running back
Years: 2012-2013
Roughrider Awards: Most Outstanding Player (2013)
Grey Cup Awards: Most Outstanding Player (2013)
All-Star: West (2013), CFL (2013)
Fast Facts: Sheets’ 197 yards rushing is a Grey Cup Record, rushed for 1000+ yards in back-to-back seasons, including second best all-time in 2013 (1,598), and 25 career touchdowns
