Poster welcoming Rick Mercer
Rick Mercer, known for The Mercer Report and Talking to Americans graced the squash courts of the David Braley Athletic Centre.
Rick Mercer playing squash at McMaster
He was there filming a segment for his show which will air next week (or the week after).
I managed to grab some video of him playing against a blindfolded member of the girls’ varsity squash team.
I’ve got two other videos uploaded if you’re interested in them Video 1, Video 2.
While I was filming, a girl approached me asking me who he was. I answered and also mentioned that I had seen Dr. George leaving earlier so I’m assuming he was playing squash with Rick Mercer. The conversation:
Me: I saw Dr. George leaving earlier with squash gear, I guess he was here playing against Rick.
Girl: Who’s Dr. George?
Me (trying not to sound condescending): Ummm… the president of the university.
Girl: Oh *giggle* I don’t know this stuff. I just pay them money.
Not impressed :-/
