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"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 Champions

Saskatoon Hilltops (L) Ian Miller the Offensive Player of the Game receives the John M Bannerman Memorial Trophy from . (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 Sun 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Island Raiders 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 Broncos 0-0 0-0 0-0 0 0 0 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 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 as Langley city council has welcomed them with open arms.

OKANAGAN SUN – 9-1 (2010 record)

For the first time since 2005 the 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 . 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 ; 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 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 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 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. Tomusiak made 39 catches for 704 yards and nine scores.

Defensively the Raiders will have some holes to fill but with the mix of the returning veterans and the experience of the new recruits, it could be the defense that leads the Raiders back to the top of the standings. One of the returning veterans is Ranji Atwall who led the club with 48 tackles in 2010.

The Raiders played an exhibition game on Saturday and picked up right where they left off in 2010, blowing out the Westshore (Victoria) Rebels 53-11.

The Raiders will begin defense of their five straight BCFC titles on the road this Saturday when they take on the new look Langley Rams.

LANGLEY RAMS – 5-5 (2010 record)

The Rams organization are hoping a change of scenery will allow them to take the next step in 2011. Back in 2009 the Rams came up one win short of hosting the Canadian Bowl. Unfortunately in 2010 they would lose 26 players and finished third with an even 5-5 record. It would turn out to be the final year in South Surrey.

This offseason the Rams would announce a move to the city of Langley and will play out of McLeod Stadium. They would also change their head coach after the hiring of Jeff Alamolhoda, who had been the defensive coordinator of the Chilliwack Huskers.

The Rams would struggle offensively in 2010 and made it a priority in 2011. They would sign 22 year old Jerod Zaleski who played with Simon Fraser last season. Zaleski caught 16 passes for 146 yards in 2009 before the Clan moved to NCAA Div 2 last season. He would be used in various ways because of the US style rules.

One of, if not their biggest weapon Nick Downey will return. The CJFL Return Specialist of the Year recorded over 1,000 return yards in 2010 and ran back three kicks for touchdowns. The Rams will begin the 2011 season in their new home as they host the five time defending champion Raiders on Saturday.

WESTSHORE (VICTORIA) REBELS – 4-6 (2010 record)

In 2010 the Rebels took a small step backwards after the loss of 2009 starting quarterback Yannick Rickli who was the BCFC Rookie of the Year that season. The Rebels finished 6-4 in 2009 and 4-6 last season.

The biggest and most noticeable change is their name and logo. The Rebels will now be the Westshore (suburb of Victoria) Rebels and the traditional horse logo has been replaced by large bold lettering.

The Rebels should be stronger this year with a number of strong recruits and a number of returning players. First and foremost John Cardilicchia returns for his second year at the helm in his second stint with the club. Cardilicchia was at the helm of the Rebels from 1998-2002 and would lead his team to a 33-15-3 record and was named a recipient of a BC Lions Orange Helmet Award in 2007.

Offensively quarterback Cat Todorovich returns after a year under the centre. In 2010 he was thrust into the starting role after the season ending injury to Nick Cobb. Todorovich would finish the year throwing 640 yards and six touchdowns. One of his biggest weapons will once again be Kyle Pich be looked upon to produce. He would lead the Rebels in 2010 with 24 catches for 528 yards and had five majors. The biggest loss offensively is Sam Adu who was used in so many offensive plays last season.

The defense of the Rebels is young and will need to grow up in a hurry. They would give up 53 points this past Saturday in an exhibition tilt with the Raiders. Coach Cardilicchia said after the game “We had flashes and then we had a lot of crap. Stupid penalties, a lot of missed opportunities,” he said. “I just talked to the boys at halftime about not quitting and let’s go back out in the second half and fight hard. I think we have the talent to hang with these guys; we just have to get it mentally right. But it’s an exhibition game.”

The Rebels will start on the road in Chilliwack on Sunday.

KAMLOOPS BRONCOS – 3-7 (2010 record)

It was an excellent rebuilding year for the Broncos in 2010. They would record their first ever win against a “top four” team after beating the Rams at Hillside Stadium in Kamloops.

The biggest move comes at the top as Duncan Olthuis takes over as the head coach following the resignation of Rob Ellis. Olthuis spent nine seasons as the head man of the South Kamloops secondary junior program before getting the call to join the Broncos. He played junior football in Kamloops with the old Kamloops Cowboys.

Offensively the Broncos return Jesse Neufeld and Dylan LaPrairie a year older and wiser. They also pick up Drew Jacobsen who spent time with the Sun in 2010. At receiver the Broncos will have one of their most dangerous weapons back in Darcy Macdonald along with running backs Clayton Ludba and Sheldon Brown.

Once again the Broncos strength should be their defense as they return a majority of players. Mitch Day and Tyler Lee will again be asked to carry the load. The offense should be much improved as well following their growth last year.

The Broncos also return kicker Aaron Smit, fresh off his BC Lions invitation to main camp. Smit tallied 48 points last year.

The Broncos played the first ever BCFC game in Prince George last Saturday and fell to the Huskers 19-14 in an exhibition game. Their first regular season game is set for Sunday at home when they host the Okanagan Sun.

CHILLIWACK HUSKERS – 0-10 (2010 record)

After a winless season in 2010, there is only one way for the Huskers this year and that’s UP. 2011 marks the second season for head coach Luke Acheson and marks the second for the majority of the Husker players. Last year the Huskers had over 45 new players and after a year under their belts, this is the time to turn things around in Chilliwack.

Offensively the Huskers return quarterback Adann Hendrickson who has tremendous upside, has terrific athleticism and is very mobile. Hendrickson took over for injured pivot Clayton Kroeker last year and seemed to make some headway in the final couple of games of the season. He continued his good play during the exhibition game on Saturday in Prince George.

With just 2:12 to play Hendrickson would lead the Huskers to a comeback win over the Broncos. It was the first win for the organization since 2009.

Another key piece for the Huskers will be special teams and they have one of the best returners in the game. 21 year old Ben Skerrett will once again be asked to carry the bulk of the load in the return game as well as on offense. Last season he would amass 1,054 return yards and would average 21.5 yards per kick-off return. Following their win in PG Skerrett was quoted, “Even though this win doesn't count for anything, it counts in our hearts."

The Huskers defense will need to better in 2011 if they want to have any shot of returning to their playoff form of 2008. Last year this defense gave up the most points the BCFC allowing 458, over 120 more points than the next closest team.

The Huskers will open at home this season as they will face the Rebels in week one at .

The 10-game BCFC schedule begins this Saturday as the five time defending BCFC Champion Vancouver Island Raiders travel to Langley for the first game ever at McLeod Stadium as they take on the Rams. Enjoy the return of the BCFC!

The Prairie Football Conference begins regular season play Saturday August 13th while the Football Conference regular season starts Friday August 26th.

Canadian football shrine looks to the future

The Hall of Fame and Museum has a game plan for the future.

“We’ve got a long-term strategic plan in place,” says Steve Howse, chairman of the board of directors for the football shrine on Jackson Street.

About 2,000 customers a year, plus numerous school tours, visit the building that stands in the shadow of Hamilton City Hall and has been rumoured to be moving several times over the years. Admission is $7 for adults, less for students and seniors.

Building operation costs are covered by the city, while partial funding is provided by the . That contractual agreement extends to 2018 and was signed in 1968.

Howse points out that sponsorship deals are confidential, but fundraising events run by the hall of fame include the induction ceremony, which this year is scheduled to be held in Calgary. The hall also holds an annual golf tournament (this year at Oakville Glen Abbey). In addition to private funding sources, Howse says the museum has returned to a surplus position, enabling it to pursue different grants and federal support.

The national museum celebrates all aspects of Canadian football — amateur, university and professional.

“We are constantly looking to improve,” Howse said. “We want better museum displays and a better ability to present the game. We’ve made a lot of changes to the website, for example, where you can go on and see some of the displays and information. And from the Hall of Fame standpoint, we want to focus on the celebration of the greats of the game, whether they are builders or players, and make sure we are honouring them in an appropriate way. We have made some real progress, but we still have work to do.”

The hall also intends to be involved in the 100th anniversary next year.

“We will be playing a role in that entire process, whether it be a road show across the country or having displays of artifacts at the various events. They’re going to do a real buildup for the 100th anniversary.”

According to Howse, the annual induction ceremonies are going to be “on the road” for a couple of more years, before they likely return to Hamilton when is rebuilt.

And look for other significant hall happenings in the near future.

“The next meeting with the board we’re going to discuss what our next Hamilton event is going to be,” Howse said. “We’re going to see if we can come up with a new signature event in the Hamilton marketplace.” [email protected]

CFL Drafts Former CJFL Players

The Canadian Junior Football League is proud to announce the former players that have been chosen in the 2011 Canadian Football League draft.

th  Nathan Coehoorn by the Eskimos with the 5 pick in the first round. Nate played for the Okanagan Sun in 2006. He was a BCFC All Star with 22 receptions for 699 yards and 11 TDs. In 2004 he played with the where he was both the Rookie of the Year and Best Backfield player.

th  Marco Iannuzzi by the BC Lions with the 6 pick in the first round. Marco played for the 2005 Canadian Bowl championship team. He was selected the CJFL All Canadian return specialist 592 kickoff return yards.

th  Michael Carter by the BC Lions with the 19 pick in the third round. Mike played for the Windsor AKO Fratmen in 2005. He was an Ontario Football Conference all star at both and return specialist. He returned 3 punts for TDs.

th th  by the Roughriders with the 30 pick in the 4 round. Chris played for the St Leonard Cougars where he was the Ontario Football Conference all star place kicker in both 2005 and 2006. In 2006 he was also the OFC all star punter and CJFL All Canadian punter.

st th  Reed Alexander by the Alouettes with the 31 pick in the 4 round. Reed played for the Okanagan Sun in 2005 and 2006.

th th  Tyrell Francisco by the Hamilton tiger Cats with the 36 pick in the 5 round. Tyrell was a jack of all trades with the Okanagan Sun in 2005 and 2006 as a kicker and receiver.

th th  Jadon Wagner by the Hamilton Tiger Cats with the 44 pick in the 6 round. Jadon played for both the Calgary Colts in 2002 and the Okanagan Sun in 2003. In 2002 he was the Rookie of the Year with the Colts. th th  Jared Manchelenko with the 45 pick in the 6 round by the . Jared played for both the Burlington Braves and the St Leonard Cougars. Jared was the OFC Rookie of the Years in 2005 with the Cougars.

th th  Youssey Pierre with the 46 pick in the 6 round by the Edmonton Eskimos. Youssey played for the St Leonard Cougars. He was an OFC All Star receiver in both 2005 and 2006.

Breakout season earns Prince a perk: Colts’ Baffoh invited to Stamps camp

CALGARY — Sure, a few butterflies might have tickled the ol’ rib cage to begin with. But even though it’s his first taste of professional football, Prince Baffoh insists his fear factor is set to zero.

Following in the footsteps of former Calgary Colts teammate , Baffoh has become the second member of the Prairie Football Conference squad in as many years to earn an invitation to the Calgary Stampeders’ training camp as a non-roster player. And the 21-year-old from Hamilton, Ont., feels as though he’s been waiting his whole life for this moment.

Colts players pick up hammers Saturday for Habitat for Humanity build in Cochrane

CALGARY — His regular community service work with the Calgary Colts has given Tom Knitter a strong foundation. Now, he’s going to help establish the same thing for someone else.

Knitter, a fourth-year defensive back with the Prairie Football Conference squad, will join 14 of his teammates, as well as Colts defensive co-ordinator John Stevens, as part of a Habitat for Humanity build in Cochrane, Alta., on Saturday, June 25. The Colts contingent will don hardhats, lace up steel-toed boots, and spend a full day working on a five-plex, multi-family unit on the corner of Sibbald Street and Pope Avenue.

Colts’ Fabian puts best foot forward during Stamps’ pre-season win over Esks

CALGARY — Andrew Fabian didn’t even expect to be on the set. But it turns out the young placekicker was more than ready for his close-up.

Ten days ago, Fabian was working his family’s 800-acre grain farm near Tilley, Alta., and preparing for his second season with the junior Calgary Colts of the Prairie Football Conference.

But after a dizzying chain of events, the 20-year-old found himself in the uniform of the Calgary Stampeders on Friday night at Edmonton’s — flawlessly performing placekicker duties before a crowd of 32,796 fans, and a national television audience, during the Stamps’ 37-22 Canadian Football League pre-season victory over the host Edmonton Eskimos.

RIFLES BOARD ROUNDED OUT

The Junior Football Club recently held their Annual General Meeting. The 2011 executive & Board of Directors were selected at the AGM.

Newly minted Prairie Football Conference Vice-President Todd Wilson was re-elected for a 4th term as Rifles Club President. Max Tapley will serve as the Club’s Vice-President.

Named to the 2011 Board of Directors are Gord Holloway, George “Jeep” Woolley, Dave Clayton, Jim Wiebe, Jack Ewatski, and Elaine Cewick. Former member of the Board of Directors Greg Graceffo enters his 2nd season as Rifles bench boss. Also Gord Cooke, a past president of the club, begins his 10th season as Rifles General .

The Rifles open their 10th anniversary season and final season at on Sunday August 14th versus the Edmonton Huskies.

Kickoff for all 2011 home games will be at 12 noon.

Edmonton Wildcats Kick Off Edmonton Eskimos 50/50 Season

The kicked of the Edmonton Eskimos 2011 season with their 50/50 volunteer campaign this past Friday night. There was a great turnout of Wildcat volunteers numbering 25 plus with a crowd on hand of over 31,000 in attendance at the Eskimos final preseason game of the season. The Wildcat volunteers will be at every home game selling 50/50 tickets this year in support of Junior Football in Edmonton. Come out and help support Junior Football in the City of Champions.

As the CFL clubs finalized their 2011 rosters over the weekend, the Wildcats want to congratulate a couple of their own who were successful in making their receptive clubs this past weekend. Corbin Sharun has once again secured a spot on the Eskimos roster for another season and had a great camp with the club. Another former Wildcat, was signed as an undrafted free agent by the and made the final cut over the weekend after having a solid training camp with the Alouettes.

Wildcats Announce its Coaching Staff for 2011

The Edmonton Wildcats are excited to announce its coaching staff for the 2011 season. Following a challenging 2010 season that saw the Wildcats miss the playoffs for the first time in 15 years, newly named Head Coach Darcy Park puts his stamp on a revamped coaching staff along with some key returning coaches and some new additions for the 2011 season.

Returning from a year coaching with the U of A Golden Bears, Greg Tyszka takes over as Assistant Head Coach. Also returning from a year off is former Bowling Green Grad Jason Dailey who will take over as Offensive Assistant and QB coach. Vince Baraniecz will move to Offensive Coordinator, while Greg High returns as Defensive Coordinator. Former Wildcat Darek Graff returns as Offensive Assistant and O-Line coach along with former Wildcat Tristan Jones as Offensive Assistant and Running Back coach. Ryan Branting will return as Offensive Assistant and Receiver coach, while Nolan Garriock will return as Defensive Assistant and Defensive Back coach. Former Wildcat Dylan Graff will handle the duties of Defensive Assistant and D-Line coach while returning Kicking coach Ryan Elaschuk will handle Special Teams responsibilities.

Joining the Wildcats coaching staff for the 2011 season is Jody Hancock. Jody will be a Defensive Assistant and Linebacker coach. He played with the Cats from 1994 to 1998. He was a conference all-star 3 times (96, 97, 98), All- Canadian once (97) and Wildcats MVP twice (97, 98). After the Cats he went on to play with the U of A Golden Bears for one year (1999). Jody previously coached with the Wildcats for 3 years (04, 05 and 06)

Predators ready to build on successful spring camp

WATERLOO - The turnout of strong area talent to the Twin Cities Predators’ Spring Camp bodes well for the future success of the Ontario Football Conference’s newest Junior team, says head coach Chris Triantafilou.

“We had an excellent group of athletes that are very enthusiastic and talented,” Triantafilou said of the turnout at the spring camp, held over two weekends in late May and early June. “These athletes are very excited to be part of CJFL and to have the opportunity to represent the region of Waterloo at the national level.”

Burlington Braves gear up for national championship The Braves named a new head coach. Neil Lumsden, the prominent Canadian sports personality who will take the reins for 2011. Lumsden will bring his award-winning player experience form the Gee Gees and Edmonton Eskimos, management experience with the Ti Cats, and his championship coaching experience, most recently with the Burlington Varsity Stampeders where he logged a 28-4 record and two titles in three years.

Beefeater captain gets taste of CFL with Ti-Cats By John Matisz

The last time the city of Hamilton planned a Grey Cup parade was in 1999. Rob Varallo, a London resident and member of the Canadian Junior Football League’s , had just broke the double digit mark in age. In 2011, he’s all grown up and determined more than ever to secure a full-time gig with the CFL’s Hamilton Tiger- Cats. Despite a fantastic June training camp, Varallo was sent back to his club team shortly after appearing in his second exhibition game on Wednesday, June 22.

Mike Morencie Promoted to Defensive Coordinator Position

Windsor AKO Fratmen Football Head Coach Mike LaChance has announced that Defensive Coordinator Stacy Norton has had to resign his position on the AKO Coaching Staff due to work commitments. Effective immediately, former AKO and Windsor Lancer Head Coach Mike Morencie will assume the Defensive Coordinator position.

Rebels Football Rebrands, Retools by Edward Hill - Victoria News

Rolling into 40 years of junior football in Greater Victoria, the Victoria Rebels are kicking off the season with a name change, a scholarship and a retired jersey. Coming into its third year based in Langford, the Rebels have rebranded as the Westshore Rebels, firmly entrenching the squad at Bear Mountain Stadium. “As of today we are the Westshore Rebels,” past-president and Langford Coun. Roger Wade announced Thursday at a press conference. “I think the checkered plate (design) will give us that tough West Shore look.”

PG Hosts the BCFC by Ryan Watters BCFC Media Coordinator

For the first time ever the BCFC will be hosted by the city of Prince George. The Chilliwack Huskers and will play an exhibition game there on Saturday July 23. Ryan Watters talks with Ryan Bellamy from the organizing committee about the game and the response from the city of PG.

CJFL path proving its worth for Harris by Jim Mullen

While it might be a stretch to say that the Canadian Junior Football League is the Rodney Dangerfield of the Canadian football system, the three conference league’s exposure is in the shadows of the CIS and NCAA in terms of how effective it can be in terms of player development.

The CJFL should get more respect, especially in BC.

There are the players who used the CJFL as a critical step in their road to the CFL. Lions first round pick Marco Iannuzzi was a CJFL All-Canadian punt returner as a member of the 2005 Canadian Bowl Champion, Edmonton Huskies. He’s one of many players to have successfully combined a junior career with a collegiate career.

Others have taken a more direct route. In the case of the Lions three key players came through the junior ranks. Last season’s Most Outstanding Player nominee Paul McCallum (Surrey Rams, BCFC), safety J.R. LaRose (Edmonton Huskies, PJFC) and the multi-talented Andrew Harris (Vancouver Island Raiders, BCFC) occupy at least five key spots.

Calgary running back (Victoria, BCFC) and Saskatchewan running back Stu Foord (Regina, PJFC) are the other two junior grads that are on active 46-man rosters in the CFL.

Linnen Wins Respect from Vancouver province The player who spent time with veterans in the defensive secondary throughout training camp looked so young it was as if he had won some kind of fan contest.

Instead, Jordan Linnen had won something far more important.

It’s called respect.

Linnen, a 21-year-old cornerback from Surrey, who plays junior football with the Langley Rams, will have a moment he won’t soon forget at Empire Field tonight when he suits up for the B.C. Lions against the in a CFL preseason game.

He may not get on the field for more than a special-teams play or two, but it still represents an achievement for someone who could eventually wind up being the Lions’ next territorial protection.

Tier 2 Junior Football?

The BCFC is looking forward to another exciting year of football with Conference Teams being represented by the V.I. Raiders and West Shore Rebels from Vancouver Island; Kamloops Broncos and Okanagan Sun from the Interior; and the Langley Rams and Chilliwack Huskers from the Fraser Valley.

The BCFC recognizes that the Vancouver / Lower- Mainland area is currently underserved geographically by our program with our existing league structure and franchise locations. We are therefore undertaking the task of reaching out to ALL of the Football BC members and stakeholders, from community and high school, for feedback and interest in establishing a Tier II Junior League for 18, 19 and 20 year olds, We hope to launch this initiative in the Spring of 2012.

This initiative will complement the existing Community Midget programs and BC High School Senior programs by serving the greater Vancouver Metro Area in its’ inaugural season, being planned for April through June of 2012.

We are especially interested in working with any of the current BCCFA Members in affiliation with the BCFC to bring Tier II Junior Football to your community.

Interested parties representing their local community should contact the BCFC Committee Chair: Terry Kehoe for a more detailed prospectus and proposal package.

Frank Naso President, BCFC

Terry Kehoe, Committee Chair / Tier II Junior [email protected] H: 604-271-1576 C: 604-644-6923 Hosted by the Ontario Football Conference – Saturday November 12th

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