Football 11/25/2017 [Edition 1, Volume 1]

NEWSLETTER

2nd Quarter

Pages 2 - 3 Battle of the Border

Page 4 Letter from our Executive Director

Manitoba Football Hall of Fame Nominations Period

Page 5 MMJFL League Awards

Manitoba’s U18 Head Coach

Page 6 MFLM League Awards

Manitoba’s U16 Head Coach

Pages 7 - 9 2017 Tackle Football Champions

Page 10 Team Canada U16 Roster & MB Selections

Page 11 Team Canada U18 Roster & MB Selections

Page 12 Team Canada U19 Partial Roster & MB Selections

Page 13 Football Manitoba Programming

Community Coach Recognition Award Winner

NOVEMBER 25, 2017 FOOTBALL MANITOBA 506 - 145 Pacific Avenue, R3B 2Z6 A quote derived from Head Coach Dennis Radlinsky thanks the Manitoba Girls Football Association and North Nomads for working towards the goal of international travel and play.

“The North Winnipeg Nomads and Manitoba Girls Football Association are grateful to be able to give these young ladies an international football experience of a life time. Being Ambassador’s from Manitoba, it was a priority to reach out and create long term bonds with the Indiana girls tackle football community. As coaches and leaders in the game, we are very encouraged by our overall development of our players and the state of girls tackle football in Winnipeg.” – Dennis Radlinsky

Manitoba Girls Football Association and North Winnipeg Nomads Battle the Indiana Girls Tackle Football League Battle of the Border

For those unaware, the Manitoba Girls Football Association (MGFA) and the North Winnipeg Nomads Football Club took part in a battle of the border against the Indiana Girls Tackle Football League (IGTFL) November 18th, 2017. The organizers, IGTFL, hosted a great football event for both the Senior and Junior ages. Being the second year for the IGTFL, our MGFA Nomads club was able to set the bar and show what it takes to develop quality players in sport.

The game turned victory for our Junior girls, with a final score of 33-31. Lisa Cummings, of the Manitoba Girls Football Association acknowledged the incredible talent of the Indiana Girls Tackle Football League, “Being honest here, Indiana had a couple really good athletes.” However, “our program (the MGFA Nomads) showed what you can do after years of growing. From a technical standpoint, our girls were, overall, more technically sound.”

The Senior girls victory was a lop-sided Manitoba Girls Football Association and North thrashing, 40-6. The MGFA Nomads program Winnipeg Nomads, Senior O.C Mike had a mix of athletes from 1 to 8 years of Matwayashing, mentions: experience. Lisa commented further on the “This journey to Indiana was a vision to experience a variety of experience found within their team, showcase of girls’ football. With two countries working explaining “our experience was definitely an together for the love of the game of football, the vision was a reality. To be part of the journey to break down barriers of advantage, however, you couldn’t tell which football is only the start of something big, thanks for the ride.” players were the experienced vs non- – Mike Matwayashing experienced, which means our program is definitely doing what is right for our players.”

Similarly, the MGFA All Star Game that took place July 29th, this Inaugural (FIRST EVER) event is another example of the determination and commitment shown by the MGFA in conjunction with the North Winnipeg Nomads to not only provide an opportunity for women to play football, but lead the sport and athletes to new accomplishments.

With all the support of Manitoba, we wish the North Winnipeg Nomads and the MGFA continued success in creating groundbreaking opportunities for participation and competition in women’s football!

Top Left: Coaching Staff; Top Right: Combined Team Photo; Photos by: ARAD PHOTOGRAPHY Bottom Left: Senior Team Photo; Bottom Right: Junior Team Photo;

A Message from our Executive Director Greetings all!

With the tackle season coming to a close, I have a few thoughts to share. I think it is critical to thank the group of volunteers that allow our many leagues to run. With this being my first season “behind the scenes” I have a newfound appreciation for the work that goes into the MMFA, Midget League, WHSFL, and Major Junior (along with the many other leagues I did not have the pleasure of seeing yet). There is an army of volunteers, but there is also a core group of people who work tirelessly with little or no recognition, to allow our kids an opportunity to play the game of football. To all of these people, I extend a heartfelt thank you!

Now is also the time to reflect on our recently ended season, and to begin to look ahead at needed revisions and refinements to allow the game to flourish. Know that we here at Football Manitoba are looking ahead, and planning ways to help football grow. I know each of our clubs are doing the same. Please know that if there is anything we at Football Manitoba can do in terms of policy development or governance assistance with your leagues or clubs, please let us know.

All the best to all members of our community as we head into the holiday season. I hope you all enjoy some peaceful time, and are able to connect with loved ones. Merry Christmas from all of us here at Football Manitoba!

Manitoba Football Hall of Fame Nomination period open!

With the recent end of the Tackle Football season, it’s now time to reflect and nominate those that you feel deserve to be honored and recognized for their contribution to Football in our Province!

Form Here

Nomination period will be open until January 15, 2018.

Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies will occur September 2018.

Remit your submission to [email protected] or contact Football Manitoba!

For those that wish to contribute to the Manitoba Football Hall of Fame, Patron Donations will have you recorded as a supporter to be acknowledged through various outlets as a Patron Donor; these include HoF Patron Donors Listing via website, via plaques when the MB Football Hall of Fame opens a gallery, and mentions during future Hall of Fame Inductions! To donate, simply follow this link

Manitoba Major Junior Football League Awards Annual recognition for players and coaches outstanding performances!

The awards include Coaching Staff of the Coaching Staff of the Year Outstanding Special Teams Player Westman Wolverines #1 Easton Borsboom Year, Top Scorer, Most Brady Dane; TJ Simpson; Eric St. Vital Mustangs Valuable Player, Barbour; Adam McClelland; Kristian

Outstanding Special Doherty; Thomas Weber; Gavin Outstanding Offensive Player Teams Player, Young; Mark Janz #13 Logan Thacker St. Vital Mustangs Outstanding Offensive Top Scorer

Player, Outstanding #5 Drennin Busch Outstanding Defensive Player Defensive Player, and Transcona Nationals #52 Cole Easton Westman Wolverines Outstanding Lineman. 76 Points Outstanding Lineman Most Valuable Player #52 Cole Easton #99 Tyler Bowering Transcona Nationals For a listing of award Westman Wolverines winners, please look right or visit www.mmjfl.com

Manitoba’s U-18 Head Coach Ryan Karhut!

Football Manitoba is pleased to announce that Ryan Karhut will be the Head Coach of it’s U18 team heading to the 2018 Canada Cup in Calgary, Alberta.

Ryan brings experience, most recently as the Special Teams Coordinator of the University of . Prior to joining the Bison’s staff, Ryan served as Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach with York University. Coach Karhut was also the Head Coach of the Winnipeg Rifles before his time at York.

Football Manitoba is excited to have a coach with the experience and passion that Coach Karhut brings to the position.

“I'm thrilled to be part of Football Manitoba's elite program that represents our great province at the national tournament. This is a tremendous opportunity for athletes who intend to play beyond high school/midget to showcase themselves nationally in front of hundreds of USports and CJFL coaches.” – Ryan Karhut

Midget Football League of Manitoba Awards Annually recognition for players outstanding performances!

The awards include the

Presidents Trophy (League Presidents Trophy (MVP) Special Teams Player of the Year MVP), Most Outstanding Joe Rosser, LB – Interlake Thunder Owen Brown, K – St. Vital Mustangs Rookie, as well as Most Offensive Player of the Year Offensive Lineman of the Year Outstanding Offensive, Breydon Stubbs, RB – St. Vital Brighton Kwiatek, DL – Falcons Defensive, Special Teams & Mustangs Football Club Offensive Lineman Player of Defensive Player of the Year Rookie Player of the Year the Year awards. Clayton Antymis, LB – St. Vital Carter Kutzan, RB – Falcons Football For a listing of Award Mustangs Club Nominees & League All Stars, please visit www.midgetfootball.ca

Manitoba’s U-16 Head Coach Jeff Ready!

Football Manitoba is pleased to announce West at the International Bowl in Dallas this that Jeff Ready will be the Head Coach of it’s January. U16 team heading to the 2018 Western Canada The team hosts the best U16 players in Manitoba Challenge in Edmonton, Alberta. and will compete at the U16 Western Canada Jeff has been coaching since 2002 in the WHSFL, Challenge. This is the best possible step to get the MMFA, the MMJFL and with Manitoba’s U16 athletes a taste of a high performance and prep program. Most recently Jeff stood as the them for U18, as well as offer early exposure to Offensive Coordinator for the Winnipeg Rifles U-Sport programs that scout the tournament. for two seasons, and Offensive Coordinator for Last year’s U16 Team was able to capture the Manitoba’s U18 team in 2016 before becoming silver medal after wins over Saskatchewan and the U16 Head Coach. Further to these BC, and were fortunate to have eight players and credentials, Jeff will serve as the Offensive two coaches selected to Team Canada West. Coordinator and QB coach for Team Canada

“Beyond excited for this year’s event and the process leading up to it, Football Manitoba is changing the game in how our provincial programs are being run, it is going to be a great ride, and beyond beneficial for athletes in this province!” – Jeff Ready

Your 2017 Tackle Football Champions! Manitoba Minor Football Associations, A and AA Champions!

Football Manitoba would like to congratulate the MMFA, as well as the MFRA, on the completion of a successful season. The Championships were an excellent showcase of well-played football, with execution, sportsmanship, and teamwork on display for all. Thank you to all involved in the league this year ! (Follow these links for Game Film and additional Photos)

Div. A Atom – North Winnipeg Nomads Green Div. AA Atom – Corydon Comets

Div. A Peewee – Corydon Comets Div. AA Peewee – St. Vital Mustangs Black

Div. A Bantam – North Winnipeg Nomads Div. AA Bantam – St. Vital Mustangs

Midget Football League of Manitoba Champions!

Football Manitoba would like to congratulate all Midget Football League of Manitoba (MFLM) teams, coaches and officials on the completion of a successful season. A cold day, no doubt, but both teams played strong making a very entertaining game.

Thank you to all involved in organizing and administering the MFLM this year, it is your passion that drives this game!

(Follow these links for Game Film and additional Photos)

Manitoba Major Junior Football League Champions!

Football Manitoba would like to congratulate all Manitoba Major Junior Football League teams, coaches and the Manitoba Football Officials Association on the completion of another amazing season! It was a fine day for football (maybe a little cold…), and the games lived up to any expectations had.

Thank you to all involved in organizing and administering the Major Junior League this year, you help make football great in Manitoba!

(Follow these links for Game Film and additional Photos)

Winnipeg Highschool Football League Champions!

Football Manitoba would like to thank all Winnipeg High School Football League teams, coaches and officials for the completion of another amazing season! The games were extremely successful with a total of 5 Championships being award to the John Potter (AAA) Anavets Bowl, Kas Vidruk CTV Bowl (AA), Andy Currie (A) Canad Inn Bowl, Junior Varsity WHSFL Bowl and 9-man Junior Varsity Homerun Bowl. (Additional Pictures at fotosbyfitz.ca)

Homerun Bowl – Oak Park Raiders WHSFL Bowl – West Kildonan Collegiate

Canad Inn Bowl – Daniel McIntyre Maroons CTV Bowl – Oak Park Raiders

Anavets Bowl – St. Paul’s Crusaders

Team Canada’s U16 Western Challenge All Star Roster 10 Manitoba/Thunder Bay Representatives

Football Canada has announced its under-16 Western Canadian All Star Roster and Coaching Staff that will lead a roster of 40 players at the 2018 International Bowl this upcoming January.

The players and coaches selected by Football Canada competed at the under-16 West Challenge in Lethbridge, Alberta last June.

8 Manitoba Player Selections include;

Name Position Prov. Team & Jersey Hometown 2016-2017 Team

Kaiden Bannon REC Manitoba #13 Winnipeg Garden City Payton Littleford RB Manitoba #34 Thunder Bay St. Patrick Keghan Davidson OL Manitoba #58 Thunder Bay Hammarskjöld Adam Fast DB Manitoba #25 Winnipeg Valour Nostyn Hart DB Manitoba #24 Winnipeg Vincent Massey Jordan Friesen DL Manitoba #41 Winnipeg Dakota Jonah Sicliano DL Manitoba #90 Thunder Bay Hammarskjöld Isaac Dokken LB Manitoba #55 Steinbach Steinbach

For a full roster listing and complete news article for the U16 Western All Star Roster, please follow this link: http://footballcanada.com/2017-under-16-west-challenge-all-star-roster-announced/

Along with players, coaches from Team Manitoba’s West Challenge have been selected to lead the All Star Team to the International Bowl from January 11th – 18th in Arlington, Texas.

Offensive Coordinator for this squad, Jeff Ready, makes his first appearance in Texas and will also serve as the team’s Quarterback Coach. During the under-16 West Challenge, Jeff led Team Manitoba to a Silver Medal. He currently resides as Head Coach to U16 Team Manitoba.

The final representative of Manitoba is Drew Oleksewycz as the Receivers Coach, who also coached Team Manitoba to a Silver Medal with Jeff Ready at the 2017 under-16 Western Challenge.

For a full listing of coaching staff and complete news article for the U16 Western All Star Coaching Staff can be found here: http://footballcanada.com/football-canada-unveils-u16-west-coaching-staff-in- preparation-for-2018-international-bowl/

Team Canada’s U18 Canada Cup All Star Roster 3 Manitoba Representatives

Football Canada has released their under-18 Canada Cup All Star roster and coaching selections derived from the 2017 Canada Cup that occurred June, in Wolfville, Nova Scotia. This team will go on to compete against the United States National team at the 2018 International Bowl.

2 Manitoba Player Selections include;

Name Position Prov. Team & Jersey Hometown 2016-2017 Team

Eryk Bujalski DL Manitoba, #50 Winnipeg Vincent Massey Tyrece Viner-Cox DL Manitoba, #2 Winnipeg Garden City

For a full roster listing and complete news article for the U18 Canada Cup All Star Roster, please follow this link: http://footballcanada.com/2017-football-canada-cup-all-star-roster-announced/

Along with players, coaches from the 2017 Canada Cup teams have been selected to lead the U18 All Star Team to the International Bowl from January 11th – 18th in Arlington, Texas.

The Manitoban coaching selection is Donald Burrell, as a Defensive Assistant. 2018 marks his first appearance at the International Bowl, however Donald has led Team Manitoba to the Football Canada Cup in 2016 & 2017 as Head Coach. Further coaching stints include Head Coach of Portage Collegiate Institute Trojans in the Winnipeg Highschool Football League (WHSFL), Defensive Back Coach with Leagues (CFL) , as well as Defensive Coordinator for the WHSFL’s Oak Park Raiders. A note-worthy accomplishment as a coach includes leading Winnipeg Hawkeyes to Manitoba Junior Championship in 1994 and as a player, Donald suited up for the National Football League (NFL) Atlanta Falcons and National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division 1 Mississippi State Bulldogs.

For a full listing of coaching staff and complete news article for the U18 Canada Cup All Star Coaching Staff can be found here: http://footballcanada.com/football-canada-unveils-u18-coaching-staff-in- preparation-for-2016-international-bowl

Team Canada’s National U19 Roster 4 Manitoba Representatives

Football Canada has released the first 37 players named to the National U19 Roster, that will participate at the 2018 International Bowl in Arlington, Texas this January. This team will compete alongside its Team Canada brethren, the U16 Western Challenge All Stars, the U16 Eastern Challenge All Stars and of course our U18 Canada Cup All Stars.

Players are selected from the two teams that competed at the 2017 North American Championship in Orlando, Florida as well as talent that was identified coast to coast. A full roster release will be made at a later date, that said, a handful of Manitoban Players have been selected.

4 Manitoba Player Selections include;

Name Position Province Hometown Current Team

Brody Williams LB Manitoba Oakbank University of Manitoba Bisons Welland Slater OL Manitoba Winnipeg St. Johns High School Tigers Shae Weekes DB Manitoba St. Adolphe University of Manitoba Bisons Cole Adamson DL Manitoba Winnipeg University of Manitoba Bisons

For a full listing of coaching staff and complete news article for the U18 Canada Cup All Star Coaching Staff can be found here: http://footballcanada.com/football-canada-announces-first-set-of-under-19- national-team-players-2/

Is there a coach who above and beyond deserves some recognition? For the second consecutive year, the search is on for the Football Canada Coach of the Year. Community Coach Awards will be selected in two categories: U14 & U18

Upcoming Football Manitoba Programming Multitude of programs focusing on development and/or competition!

Football Manitoba is pleased to present a variety of programming.

• Winter Development Camps for Tackle or Flag • Girls Winter Flag Football League • Flag Football Monthly Tournaments • Co-ed Spring Flag Football League • High Performance Programs (National)

For further details on all our programs and offers contact Football Manitoba or visit www.footballmanitoba.com

Winner of the Community Coach Recognition Contest Eric Vincent, Head Coach of Sturgeon Heights High School

This submission comes from @zueff60 who tagged Football Canada in a post on Instagram about Head Coach Eric Vincent, Sturgeon Heights High School. http://footballcanada.com/winner-of-community- recognition-contest-coach-eric-vincent/

To see the submission, please follow the link.

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