Last time the teams met, the Red Bombers beat the Hurricanes 28-21 at UPEI Canada Games Alumni Place. The ’Canes are planning to turn that score around this time, said head coach Mark MacDougall.
“We started this season with a lot of new players, so it’s taken a while for the team to find its rhythm. The players are honing their ability to work as a team with every practice and every game. They’re ready for the Saturday rematch.”
Red Bombers quarterback Brendan Cornford has led an impressive passing attack for UNB this season. “Shutting down the corners and containing the passing game is the key for us in this game,” said MacDougall.
A win by the Red Bombers will secure a first-place finish for the club and home-field advantage in the playoffs. For the Hurricanes, a victory will keep their first-place hopes alive.
The Hurricanes next home game, the last of the regular season, will be on Saturday, October 20th, when they host the UNB Saint John Seawolves at 1:00 p.m. at UPEI Canada Games Alumni Place.
In other AFL action on Saturday, last-place UNB Saint John Seawolves visit third-place Dalhousie Tigers at Wickwire Field.
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