BURLINGTON, ON – June 28th, 2023 – WingsUp! announces as of July 1st that they have entered an official partnership with Hamilton Sports Group. This alignment sees WingsUp! Canada become an Official Partner of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC.

Through this collaboration, WingsUp! will be the presenting sponsor of a fan driven wing eating competition where two lucky wing enthusiasts will square off on field to win the ultimate title of “Wing Champ” and receive a trip for two guests to watch our beloved tiger-cats play on the road in Montreal.

“Nothing goes better with a game of Football than some great wings” said Kyle Lohnes, VP of Corporate Partnerships, Hamilton Sports Group. “We are pleased to welcome WingsUp! as the official Chicken Wing Restaurant of the Tiger-Cats and Forge FC”.

“The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC have an important place in the City of Hamilton. With our delicious food offerings, WingsUp! is an integral part of the game day experience for many Hamilton fans, being a favourite takeout choice for a watch party or often a pre or post-game fix! We are therefore more than excited to cement this relationship, by becoming the official wing partner of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC!” said Darren Czarnogorski, WingsUp! President.

Everyone likes a bit of competition, whether on the field or off, so WingsUp! is excited to let Hamilton fans know that they will soon be announcing a “Wing Eating Challenge”. Two wing enthusiasts will be invited to join the challenge, with the competition expected to quickly get ‘hot and spicy’! More details can be found HERE or in-store at select WingsUp! locations when available.

Hamilton Sports Group is the organization that owns and operates the Hamilton Tiger Cats of the Canadian Football League and Forge FC of the Canadian Premier League.

WingsUp! is a quick service takeout and delivery restaurant concept specializing in chicken wings, boneless bites, sandwiches and other comfort food items. With over 31 stores, WingsUp! Is the fastest growing chicken wing franchise in Canada, offering takeout, delivery, and catering with eat-in bar seating and dine-in available at select locations. WingsUp! prides itself on serving guests 100% fresh, never frozen Canadian chicken that is hand cut, freshly battered & breaded and then cooked to order. From mouthwatering mains to appetizing sides, our stellar service and delicious food keeps our guests coming back for more!