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The Saskatchewan Roughriders celebrated the life and legacy of CFL legend George Reed on Saturday during the team’s game against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
Prior to the game, Reed’s daughter Georgette was given a moment to address the crowd.
Georgette expressed her gratitude during the heartfelt address.
It was announced that Reed would be given his own section — section 34 in honour of the Rider great’s No. 34.
A video tribute to Reed was also played.
The Rider Cheer team honoured George Reed in their performance tonight. #34 pic.twitter.com/wRaqjVP3mE
— Nicole Garn (@garnnic) October 7, 2023
Reed’s No. 34 could be seen in both endzones.
As the Riders ran onto the field, they carried a flag with George Reed’s number on it. @CJMENews
— Nicole Garn (@garnnic) October 7, 2023
White No. 34 jerseys were also seen on the Riders’ sideline during the game.
George Reed was honoured in many ways tonight, he now has his own section in the stadium, his daughter Georgette spoke and a video tribute highlighting his career was shown. It was all so beautiful. @CJMENews pic.twitter.com/4LDwtDOdt6
— Nicole Garn (@garnnic) October 7, 2023
The team sported No.34 patches on their jerseys during the game.
A moment of CELEBRATION for George Reed. @CJMENews pic.twitter.com/VzMvIiXlMB
— Gillian Massie (@massie_gillian) October 7, 2023
The Saskatchewan Roughriders dedicated section 34 to legend George Reed.
Flowers in section 34 at Mosaic Stadium in dedication to the late George Reed. Oct. 7, 2023 (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Rider fans Josh Gorniak and Max Kennedy came to show support as the team honoured George Reed. Oct. 7, 2023 (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Dennis Kreklewich wore his No.34 jersey in honour of the late George Reed. Oct. 7, 2023 (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Rider fan Corey Anderson sports a no. 34 jersey in honour of the late George Reed. Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Toni Norton donned a No.34 jersey in honour of Rider great George Reed. Oct. 7, 2023
(Daniel Reech/980 CJME)