Getting started
Playing First Goal Contest is simple, fair, and fun. Here’s how it works.
STEP 1
Make Your Pick
Guess who you think will score the first goal…
Before the puck drops, choose the player you think will light the lamp first. Get it right, earn points, and start climbing the leaderboard for your shot at Flames gear, tickets, and more.
STEP 2
Play on Facebook
Comment on our game-day post
Head to our Facebook page, find the contest post for that day’s game, and drop your prediction in the comments. It’s free, quick, and the easiest way to prove your hockey instincts.
Visit our Facebook page
Find the day’s contest post
Comment with your pick for first goal scorer
STEP 3
Track the Leaderboard
See how you rank after every game
Once the final horn sounds, check the live leaderboard to see if your pick was right and how many points you earned. Keep playing all season to climb the ranks, win prizes, and claim ultimate bragging rights.
Visit the leaderboard after each game
Track your points in real time
Compete for Flames gear, tickets, and more
STEP 4
Sign Up Free
Play for fun or play to win — your choice.
Anyone can drop a prediction on our Facebook game-day posts. But if you want to track your points, climb the leaderboard, and win prizes, you’ll need to sign in.
The good news? It’s simple: just use your Facebook account. Since you’re already making your picks there, signing in is quick, free, and keeps all your points connected.
POINTS
How Points & Prizes Work
The more games you play, the faster you collect prizes.
- Every correct first goal pick = 1 point.
- Every 5 points = a prize — then your points reset, and the race begins again.
Keep going all season to climb the leaderboard and rack up even more rewards.
What Are Chapters?
To keep things exciting, we’ve split the season into 7 chapters. Each chapter is a fresh start on the scoreboard, giving you new chances to win — even if you join late.
Pre-Season
Warm up before the official contest begins. A chance to test your picks and get in the groove.
Sept 20 - Oct 4
Chapter 1
Start strong, the more correct guesses, the higher you climb.
Oct 8 – Early Dec
Chapter 2
Keep building momentum and collect more prizes.
Early Dec – Jan 21
All-Star / 4 Nations
Unique contests tied to marquee events — bragging rights and bonus prizes are up for grabs.
Feb 12 – Feb 20
Chapter 3
Special events = bonus chances (like the NHL’s 4 Nations Face-Off).
Jan 22 – Feb 12
Chapter 4
The season heats up — every correct pick pushes you higher on the leaderboard.
Feb 21 – Apr 7
Playoffs
The ultimate showdown — every game feels bigger, and every correct guess counts toward finishing as a legend.
Apr 10 – End of Season
FAQ
Do I have to sign up to play?
No. You can always comment on our Facebook game-day posts for fun. But only signed-up fans earn points, climb the leaderboard, and win prizes.
Is it really free?
Yes. Signing up with your Facebook account is free and takes seconds. Sponsors provide the prizes, so fans get to play at no cost.
What do I win?
Prizes come from local sponsors — everything from Flames gear and game-day tickets to gift cards and community giveaways.