www.cjfl.net “For all your CJFL Information & News” The CJFL TOTAL THURSDAY Newsletter Brought to you by Issue 3 – Volume 1 "The CJFL gratefully acknowledges the support of the following Sponsors" "The Canadian Junior Football League provides the opportunity for young men aged 17 to 22 to participate in highly competitive post-high school football that is unique in Canada. The goal of the league is to foster community involvement and yield a positive environment by teaching discipline, perseverance and cooperation. The benefits of the league are strong camaraderie, national competition and life-long friends." History of True Sport In 2001, Canada’s Federal-Provincial/Territorial Ministers responsible for sport came together to bring ethics and respectful conduct back into the way Canadians play and compete. They believed that damaging practices—cheating, bullying, violence, aggressive parental behaviour, and even doping—were beginning to undermine the positive impact of community sport in Canada. The first step they took in turning back this negative tide was the signing of what is now known as the London Declaration, an unprecedented affirmation of positive sporting values and principles. The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport conducted a nationwide survey in 2002, which made clear the important role that sport plays in the lives of Canadians, as well as Canadians’ strong desire to uphold a model of sport that reflects and teaches positive values like fairness, inclusion, and excellence. In September of 2003, leading sports officials, sports champions, parents and kids from across Canada came together through a symposium entitled “The Sport We Want.” Several strong messages emerged from this gathering. First, that Canadians believe sport has the power to foster community engagement and teach young people important skills and principles. Second, that Canadians believe sport in this country could be doing more to fulfill its potential. Third, that Canadians at many levels of sport—from parents and community coaches to Olympians and other elite competitors— were eager for a national Movement that would engage communities and sports organizations across the country. Nine months later, the True Sport Movement was born. Today, the True Sport Movement has thousands of members. A growing number of schools, clubs, leagues, teams, and communities across Canada are declaring that “True Sport Lives Here”. True Sport is supported by the Federal, Provincial, and Territorial Ministers responsible for sport, recreation and fitness. The True Sport Strategy is coordinated by the True Sport Secretariat and supported by many of Canada’s top federal and provincial sports organizations and corporate partners. The Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport serves to elevate the conscience of sport in Canada. We work for, and on behalf of athletes, players, coaches, parents, officials and administrators. The CCES operates at the intersection of individual values, the shared values of society and the values of sport. We serve as a strong voice in the dialogue regarding ethics in Canadian sport and through three strategic forces we activate, advocate and protect. With the knowledge that true sport can make a great difference for individuals, communities and our country, the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport will work collaboratively to: Mission Activate a values-based and principle-driven sport system; Advocate for sport that is fair, safe and open; and Protect the integrity of sport. Vision With a view to: Sport in Canada that is fair, safe and open to everyone. A quick review of 2010 ..... 2010 CJFL Canadian Bowl Champions Saskatoon Hilltops (L) Ian Miller the Offensive Player of the Game receives the John M Bannerman Memorial Trophy from Peter Dalla Riva. (R) Donovan Dale the Defensive Player of the Game receives the Paul Kirk Memorial Trophy from Larry Wruck. Intergold Banquet of Champions Jordan Yantz (centre) receives the Outstanding Offensive Player of the Year Trophy from Peter Dalla Riva and ring and plaque from CJFL Commissioner Tony Iadeluca. Aram Eisho (left) receives the Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year Trophy from Larry Wruck and ring and plaque from CJFL Commissioner Tony Iadeluca. 2010 CJFL All Canadians who were able to attend the Intergold Banquet of Champions (L) Cathy Sarich by far the person most responsible for a remarkable Canadian Bowl experience. (R) Mike Ciona the Master of Ceremonies, video genius and last seen selling 50/50 tickets at the game. Greetings from the Commissioner To all our teams, players, volunteers and sponsors the 2011 season is fast approaching. I would like to take this opportunity to wish all a healthy and successful season. Lets us all take the time to enjoy all of the games that we all work so hard to organize. GOOD LUCK, BONNE CHANCE TO ALL Antonio (Tony) Iadeluca Commissioner [email protected] Now posted on www.cjfl.net Record Home Away PF PA Pts Team Okanagan Sun 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Vancouver Island Raiders 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Langley Rams 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Westshore Rebels 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Kamloops Broncos 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Chilliwack Huskers 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 2011 SEASON PREVIEW by: Ryan Watters The BCFC is gearing up for its 64th season which begins this weekend and after the improvements each team has made in the offseason, all indications are pointing to another very balanced campaign. In 2010 the BCFC used home field advantage to help them win the national semi-final as the Vancouver Island Raiders made their third consecutive Canadian Bowl appearance and fourth in five years. This season the BCFC will once again host the Intergold game and all six teams are optimistic they will get the honour to host the national semi-final. The biggest change at the league level is the Rams organization moving out of South Surrey to the city of Langley. The Rams will play at the McLeod Stadium as Langley city council has welcomed them with open arms. OKANAGAN SUN – 9-1 (2010 record) For the first time since 2005 the Okanagan Sun finished with the best record in the BCFC. They would finish first on “points for and against” and would host the Cullen Cup Championship game. They would beat the Victoria Rebels in the BCFC semi-final before hosting their arch rivals from Nanaimo. The Sun would eventually fall 16-14 to the Raiders in one most the exciting and well balanced championship games in recent memory. This offseason the Sun organization made the biggest change at the head coaching position. They would promote Defensive Coordinator Jason Casey to the head role as he becomes the third head coach in four years. Casey will remain the “DC” while Tony Lindsey remains the Offensive Coordinator. Local product Bobby Davis returns for his second year as the starting quarterback; however will be pushed this season by two others behind him. Davis finished 2010 with 108 completions in 206 attempts. He would pass for 20 touchdowns and 2,168 yards, second only to CJFL Offensive Player of the Year, Jordan Yantz from the Raiders. Davis would also rush for 394 yards on 55 carries and scored five times. The biggest offensive piece the Sun lose is All Canadian receiver Matt Scheurwater. The fifth year Calgary native graduates after owning a number of team and league records. With Scheurwater gone, the bulk of the passes should be thrown in the direction of fourth year receiver Dan Turek. The Winnipeg native received a main camp invitation from the BC Lions this season which will add to the confidence and learning of Turek. Knowing that teams will watch Turek’s every move, the Sun have recruited heavily at the receiver position. The Sun believe their much improved offensive line in 2010 has grown stronger this year with the addition of some key pieces. The Sun defense was one of the, if the best in the CJFL in 2010, allowing just 104 points scored against. The 2011 version should be just as dominate as Steven Doege in his third season is bigger and stronger and has the potential to be the top defensive lineman in the country this year after 11.5 sacks in 2010. The biggest question is the kicker position with Steven Shott on the shelf for the beginning of the year due to injury. Shott was terrific kicking the ball in 2010 and hit a new CJFL record 57 yarder against the Rebels. The Sun will travel to Kamloops on Sunday to open the 2011 season. The same place they opened the year in 2010. VANCOUVER ISLAND RAIDERS – 9-1 (2010 record) For the first time in two seasons the Raiders finished the year with a loss. In their third straight appearance in the Canadian Bowl, the Raiders would fall to the hometown Saskatoon Hilltops on a very cold November day. Despite the setback, the Raiders return a number of key pieces from their last two championship winning teams including quarterback Jordan Yantz. The Regina native was the “CJFL Offensive Player of the Year” setting a number of personal and league records. Yantz would set a new BCFC mark with 182 completions and would tie a record with a 64% pass completion percentage. He would also throw 33 touchdown passes and would run for three more. 2010 BCFC rushing leader Jordan Botel along with All-Canadian receiver Michael Schaper and BCFC Rookie of the Year Whitman Tomusiak will also return to the Raiders. Botel would rush for 1,261 yards on 124 carries and scored 13 touchdowns. Schaper caught 60 passes for 1,179 yards (CJFL record) and 12 TDs.