Richmond takes on Collingwood this Friday night at the MCG in its second home game of the 2014 season, and there will be plenty of action both on and off the field for Tiger fans.
Richmond’s valued partner and Round 4 match-day sponsor, ME Bank, will be supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation by donating $1000 for every goal that we score.
As added incentive to attend the match, Richmond members and supporters who attend the game will have a chance to win a brand new Jeep Wrangler, valued at $45,000. All Tigers members and supporters who attend the match will be automatically entered into the competition.
All the pre-game activities, entertainment and match-day information is below:
Round 4
Richmond v Collingwood
Friday, April 11
7.50pm, MCG
Gates open from 5.30pm
Yarra Park car park update - Thursday, April 10 (4:00pm)
Due to recent heavy rain, and more rain forecast, Yarra Park will not be available for public vehicle parking, including disabled permit holders at Friday night’s game against Collingwood. It is recommended that those attending the game take public transport or look into alternative parking arrangements.
Please click here for details.
Getting there
You can travel to the MCG easily by public transport, car, or even on foot. Click here for travel information.
Tickets
Tickets are still available for the match. Click here to visit Ticketek to book tickets.
Membership collections
Membership marquees will be up and running from 5pm.
Gate 3 – membership enquiries and member ticket collections
Gate 5 – membership enquiries and member cap and scarf collections
Tigerland Superstore
Open from 9am until the first bounce of the game, then open again post-match. Stop by and deck yourself out in Tiger team colours!
Match-day sponsor: ME Bank
Richmond’s valued partner, ME Bank, is the Round 4 match-day sponsor, and will be raising awareness and support for the Mother’s Day Classic national fun-run events, as well as taking donations for The National Breast Cancer Foundation. Keep an eye out for the following initiatives:
Mothers’ Day Classic pink bandanas:
The Mothers’ Day Classic will be selling pink bandanas for $2 each, outside Gate 3. Pick one up to support a great cause.
Pink Zone:
The lovely crew from the Mothers’ Day Classic will be cheering loud on the MCG stage throughout the game – make sure you give them a wave!
Entertainment
Superboot:
Test your best kicking skills with Bingle’s Super Car Boot Challenge from 5.30pm, outside Gate 3 of the MCG concourse.
Brando’s Buddies:
See the stars of the future participating in Brando’s Buddies football clinic on the MCG, from 5.40pm-6.10pm. To find out more about Brando’s Buddies junior memberships, click here.
ME Bank kicking competition:
Three lucky competition winners will go head-to-head on the MCG turf as they kick goals for some great prizes. Keep an eye out for the activity after the players have finished their warm-up at approximately 7.15pm.
Coming Home Hero:
This week, we welcome home to Richmond five-time premiership player, five-time best and fairest winner, member of the Tigers’ Team of the Century and Richmond Immortal, Kevin Bartlett, to kick the first ceremonial goal at the Punt Road end of the MCG at 7.25pm. Read more here.
Crowd Fun:
Keep an eye out for the Décor “Can’t Contain*er Your Excitement” and the Alannah and Madeline Foundation “Cuddle Cam” to see your face up on the big screen throughout the game!
VFL
Because one night of footy just isn’t enough, be sure to grab your camp chair and get along to support Richmond’s VFL team this Sunday.
Coburg v Richmond
2pm, Sunday, April 13
Coburg City Oval, 23 Harding Street, Coburg
Entry: $5 for 2014 Richmond members
$10 for general admission (non-members)
