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Contents 6 MESSAGE FROM THE TEAM PRESIDENT 7 MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD COACH 8 MESSAGE FROM THE ALUMNI SOCIETY 9 EDMONTON HUSKIES SCHEDULE 10 CJFL RECOGNITION OF EXCELLENCE 11 REGINA THUNDER ROSTER 12 WINNIPEG RIFLES ROSTER 13 CALGARY COLTS ROSTER 14 EDMONTON WILDCATS ROSTER 16 THE GENDER BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM On the COver 17 GRADUATING PLAYERS In years past, the cover has depicted action photos of individual players and recently has focused on graduating players. I 18 PLAYER PHOTOS have had the privilege of being the official photographer of the Huskies for twelve years now, and in that time I have seen 24 TEAM ROSTER: NUMERICAL not only players come and go, but philosophies come and go. I get to see a different side of the football program through the TEAM ROSTER: ALPHABETICAL lens and by being at field level. The movement I have seen over 25 the past few years is one of unity and a total team concept. If HUSKIES COACHING STAFF you speak to a player or coach about the team, listen at the 28 start of the game, or before the start of the second half, you will hear the chants of “Huskie Pride” and “Family”. These are not just HUSKIES SUPPORT TEAM 29 trendy slogans. These are the true beliefs of the players, coaches, and the entire organization. This year’s cover design is very LOOKING BACK: TEAM RECORDS 31 simple, focussing solely on the team as a whole, rather than the individual… “Huskie Pride” and “Family”. 32 TRIBUTE: ARNIE ENGER Gord Mellor 33 J.R. LAROSE: A DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH Owner/Operator 20/20 Photographic Inc. GUNNAR THUROTT: LEADING IN OUR COMMUNITY (780) 490-8045 36 [email protected] 40 HUSKIES TEAMS OF THE DECADES 45 BOARDS OF DIRECTORS: TEAM & ALUMNI Design & Printing 45 HUSKIE TO HUSKIE burkegroup.ca 1-800-837-1395 46 SPONSORSHIP RECOGNITION 04 Edmonton Huskies 2018 Game Day PETER B MASONBCOMM MBA LLB REAL ESTATE LAWYER BARRISTER, SOLICITOR & NOTARY Peter provides significant expertise in a variety of areas including: • Home Purchase • Home Sale • Home refinance • Notary Public • Advising clients in all areas of Real Estate Law BEST OF LUCK HUSKIES FOR THIS SEASON 780.908.6721 213, 4918 Roper Road, Edmonton, AB T6B 3T7 | [email protected] |Huskies www.pbmlaw.ca 2018 Game Day 05 Message from the Team President THE EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP OF OUR COACHING STAFF CONTINUES TO BRING STABILITY AND PRIDE TO OUR FOOTBALL PROGRAM Curtis Craig On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to players and a portion of the proceeds being directed to the Gender thank all of you for joining us in supporting and cheering on the Based Violence Prevention Program (GBVPP). GBVPP is dedicated Huskies in the 2018 season. Without the continued support of the to creating a culture of impact and change within our community directors, coaches, support staff, alumni, sponsors, volunteers, and while fostering and inspiring leadership in young men. our fans, we could not continue to provide the local community On September 15th, 2018, the 2018 Gala Dinner will celebrate with the high level of entertainment that we see from the the next HOF class, with the proceeds again funding scholarship Edmonton Huskies each week. Special thanks to the Edmonton opportunities for Huskies’ players and support of the GBVPP. The Eskimos for their generous support through the 50/50 at Eskimo’s Huskies have been proud partners of GBVPP for the past three home games. seasons and we have seen greater awareness and involvement in The success of the Huskies’ program is exemplified by the vast the community by our players. Information regarding the 2018 achievements of our alumni. While some enjoyed the privilege of Gala Dinner may be found on the Huskies’ website. We hope our playing in the CFL, many have become leaders in the community. alumni, sponsors and fans will continue to support this event. The alumni are the backbone of the Huskies’ organization; some On the field, the Huskies have become stronger and stronger have returned as directors or coaches, others loyal supporters, but over the past few years and 2017 saw the Huskies rise to the top all have ensured the continued success of the program. The culture of the PFC, with a 7-1 record. A heart-breaking three point loss of our team is one of family, respect, and commitment. These are to the Regina Thunder in the PFC semi-final ended our season not just strong values to follow on a football field, but values these but the Huskies showed they were among the top teams in the young men will use as they grow and become active members of country. For the returning veterans, it only increased their resolve our society. The discipline of training, learning teamwork, following to get better and we have seen that commitment in the off-season the leadership of coaches and captains, and learning to lose, workouts. We are pleased that Head Coach Iain MacLean returns provide invaluable lifelong skills for athletes. As the legendary John with almost all of his coaching staff intact, as their exceptional Wooden stated, “Sports do not build character, they reveal it.” leadership continues to bring back stability and pride to the The 2017 season brought us success both on and off the field. This football program. Iain and his experienced coaching staff have past September, the inaugural Huskies’ Hall of Fame (HOF) class done a great job recruiting in the off-season and we are certain was announced at the 2017 Gala Dinner. The Dinner celebrated that this year’s team will play a tough, disciplined brand of football. the accomplishments of our first coach, Dr. Murray Smith, who The return of key veterans, coupled with exciting new prospects, sadly passed away earlier this year, together with the Huskies’ first will only bode well for an exciting 2018 season. We look forward to President, Charles “Chuck” Henderson, Vic Chmelyk (player 1958- settling back in our seats and enjoying a competitive season. Best 1960 and coach 1968-1976), Ron Forwick (player 1962-1964), John of luck to the Edmonton Huskies and all other members of the Pyra (player 1966-1969 and builder 1986-2004), Tim Prinsen (player Prairie Football Conference. We look forward to seeing our great 1989-1992), J.R. Larose (player 2002-2005), and the 1962 National alumni at games (and at the September 15th, 2018 Gala Dinner) to Championship Team. The Dinner was very successful, with the cheer on a team that shows lots of promise. ticket proceeds funding scholarship opportunities for Huskies’ Curtis 06 Edmonton Huskies 2018 Game Day Message from the head coach OUR STAFF AND PLAYERS HAVE PUT IN A TONNE OF TIME DURING THE OFF-SEASON. THIS TEAM WILL BE FUN TO WATCH, THIS YEAR. Iain Maclean Another season is upon us and it seems like the Coach Walters (Offense, Assistant Head Coach), Coach Tobert (De- off-season gets shorter and shorter each year. Whether you are a fence) and Coach Knox (Special Teams), as well as our other great fan, parent, or alumni we could not do this without your support on staff, I am confident that this group will be prepared and hungry and off the field. this year. The players have been busy getting ready for the year with team I am proud of the work the players have put into preparing for this workouts, field sessions, and multiple volunteer activities through- season, and equally proud of the contributions they have made out the off-season. It has been great to see this group come throughout the Greater Edmonton community. The team’s part- together. We are excited about the core group of players coming nership with GBVPP continues to be something that has strength- back to the team and are thrilled with the new players that have ened our team and supports the development of important core come into the fold. values. In addition, partnerships with the Kinsmen of Edmonton and minor football provide opportunities to pay it forward. Defensively, reigning CJFL Most Valuable Defensive Player Jassen Brown will be leading the way along with a host of core return- Our players, coaches, and executive have been working all year ers. Offensively we will be relying on several new contributors. to take the next step on the field while continuing to build great This group has put in a tonne of time during the off-season and men off it. Thank you again for your support. will be fun to watch. With the leadership from our coordinators Iain “You're never a loser until you quit trying.” MIKE DITKA Edmonton Huskies 2018 Game Day 07 Message from the Alumni President The Edmonton Huskies Alumni Society serves as a DENNIS KADATZ – After a vehicle to connect Alumni together, support the current team in successful playing career, several ways and have some fun doing it.