By Brendan Wagner

Calgary police prepared for rowdy football fans

Nov 21, 2010 | 1:38 PM

The long arm of the law will try to keep 35,000 fans in line at the Canadian Football League West Division final at Calgary's McMahon Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

“They're always spirited affairs between Calgary and Saskatchewan,” said Kevin Brookwell, spokesman for the Calgary Police Service.

He believes it's all about being ready. As many officers as possible will keep an eye on the fans at the big game.

“Like any game, we always prepare,” Brookwell said. “Patrols out in the parking lot beforehand, we have officers in the stands, officers at field level, and then, of course, officers after the game.”

Brookwell hopes it all acts as a deterrent. He noted that most fans behave themselves, but some have one too many and create problems. However, he calls those isolated incidents.

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Plus, the colder it gets, trouble becomes less likely.

“The best ally for law enforcement oftentimes is the weather,” said Brookwell.

He knows some fans will be heartbroken and some will be elated, but he's not expecting any major problems.