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Annual East-West Shrine Game
Not just another football game
The East-West Shrine Game has never been "just another football game." The Shrine East-West Game, the oldest and one of the most respected of the post-season collegiate bowl games, distinguishes itself through the quality of the players and coaches, as well as the excitement of the game. But that's not what makes it "Football's Finest Hour." What makes the East-West Game so special is its true purpose — helping to support Shriners Hospitals. Every year since 1925, the East-West Game has been played to raise money for Shriners Hospitals and to help make the public aware of the expert orthopaedic and burn care available free of charge at the 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children. To date, the game has raised more than $13 million for Shriners Hospitals and has helped inform millions of people about the mission of this extraordinary philanthropy. It is televised annually on ESPN, reaching more than 30 million viewers with the message of free, expert orthopaedic and burn care for children. The players themselves regard the game in a special light, as they learn the true purpose of the game during a pre-game visit to the Shriners Hospitals. There, they visit with patients and take to heart the game's slogan, "Strong legs run so that weak legs might walk." Visit the official site for the latest game information.Other Shrine Bowl GamesChowder Bowl Kansas Shrine Bowl Montreal Shrine Bowl Oyster Bowl Shrine Bowl of the Carolinas Shrine Bowl of Wyoming 2007 82nd East-West Shrine Game photosHall of Fame Award presentations by Imperial Sir Nick Thomas |
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