contents
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A Message from the Director
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Important Varsity Dates
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Season Outlook
8-11 12 14-18
Coaching Staff Team Photo Player Roster
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Players to Watch
20
Pavilion Feature
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Alumni Stadium
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Parents of Players
25
Friends of Gryphon Football
25
Advancement
26
Athletic Therapy
27
Strength & Conditioning
28
Academic Support
29
Community Involvement
30
IMG Sports Academy
32
Gryphons in the Pros
34
Championship Tradition
35
OUA Major Award Winners
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National Award Winners
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All-Canadians
38
Honour Jerseys
40
She’s Got Game
41
Save the Dates
42
Single-Game Records
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Single-Season Records
46-47
All-Time Career Records
Indigenous Acknowledgement We acknowledge the University of Guelph resides on the ancestral territory of the Attawandaron people and the treaty lands and territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit. We offer our respect to our Indigenous neighbours as we strive to strengthen our relationships with them. We recognize the significance of the Dish with One Spoon Covenant to this land. It characterizes our collective responsibility to each other and Mother Earth – we should take only what we need, leave enough for others and keep the dish clean.
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2018 football SCHEDULE:
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From the Desk of the Director
SCOTT McROBERTS One of the most unique experiences
It’s time to reap the rewards of that
on the University of Guelph campus is
effort. The Gryphons, who have
football game day. There’s a buzz in
established themselves among the
the air as long lines of students, staff,
best teams in the OUA this past
alumni and supportive members of
decade, will battle through the
the Guelph community descend on
regular season in hope of securing
Alumni Stadium to watch the Gryphons
yet another playoff appearance. New
perform. And 2018 promises to be
memories will be made. Game days
another exciting year for Guelph
are an amazing thing to be a part of
as the program embarks on a new
and I extend my welcome to join us at
journey, while always representing
the University of Guelph for another
the university with class and respect.
fantastic season of action.
The state-of-the-art Pavilion, now the permanent home of the team, is complete, providing our players with an opportunity that few schools in the country can offer. They will be led by a new but familiar face, with Todd Galloway taking the reins as Interim Head Coach. Todd has been an invaluable member of the program over the years, executing a variety of critical roles, and his genuine care for our student athletes and leadership will provide the necessary direction for a roster of hungry players, who have put in a tremendous amount of work throughout the offseason.
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Scott McRoberts
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SEASON OUTLOOK Change is inevitable for any football program. The Guelph Gryphons enter the 2018 season prepared to embrace it, with the latest edition of the team featuring several new faces on the field and coaches in different roles. Todd Galloway, a member of the program since 2011 as both a coordinator and director of recruiting, takes over the reins as interim head coach with the intent of keeping a six-year playoff appearance streak intact. Galloway will have several weapons at his disposal on both sides of the ball. That will undoubtedly cushion the loss of a few former stars moving on to play in the Canadian Football League. “We have guys developing in the program and players that we’ve brought in this year who are going to help fill that void,” said Galloway. “They’ve put their work in, put their time in, and it’s their opportunity to show they’re ready to play.” It’s a testament to the program’s success in grooming talent that 12 current CFL players and three coaches spent their university careers in the red, black, and gold. Guelph remains a desirable destination for the best football players in the country and with the cupboards replenished, the 2018 Gryphons are poised to contend again in the competitive Ontario University Athletics conference.
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OFFENCE:
The Gryphons have had a stable and often dynamic offence for several years and that will continue in 2018. The most obvious personnel change comes at the quarterback position where fourth-year Maple Ridge, BC native Theo Landers takes over for the graduated star James Roberts. Landers, an intelligent and athletic signal caller, got a taste of regular-season action last year filling in for an injured Roberts and he proved he’s ready to be the man after a sensational performance in this year’s Valero East West Bowl, where he led all players in both passing and rushing. Landers will work behind a rock-solid offensive line that may have lost All-Canadian Andrew Pickett to the CFL but does return four other regulars, including fellow East West Bowl attendee Eric Starczala. Guelph has produced its share of stars at the wide receiver position but Galloway considers the current corps arguably the most deep and talented group he’s seen in his time here. Kade Belyk and Zeph Fraser, a former Laurier player, will be key targets offering both reliability big-play potential. The Gryphons have traditionally employed a three-headed monster at the running back position in recent years, with standout Johnny Augustine carrying the load. Number 27 has also moved on to the CFL but Guelph’s backfield remains in good shape, thanks to third-year backs Jamal Hooker and Patrick Pierre. Hooker is the shiftier runner, while Pierre provides burst and power. Daniel Palmer also returns to the program after a year off, giving second-year offensive coordinator Jean-Francois Joncas another useful option.
DEFENCE:
Losing superior talents like Nick Parisotto, Royce Metchie, Derek Drouillard, Orion Edwards, and Michael Carney would cause concern for any defensive coordinator. But Adam Grandy can rest easy knowing that linebacker Luke Korol is back for a fifth year. The Lynden, ON native was one of the most dynamic defensive players in the OUA last season, finishing third in the
Guelph’s secondary is the most affected unit when it comes to graduation and players moving on to the next level. But there will be plenty of opportunity for younger Gryphons like Akeem Knowles and Dotun Aketepe to make the necessary plays. Galloway is confident the new corps can eventually develop into the same kind of reliable group that was so Critical to Guelph’s success in recent years.
SPECIAL TEAMS:
The Gryphons have an advantage over just about any other team in the OUA – as soon as they cross mid field, they know they have a weapon that is money. All-Canadian kicker Gabe Ferraro returns for a fifth and final year after establishing a new U SPORTS single-season record with 33 field goals, including a perfect 7-for-7 in the last game of the regular season against the Carleton Ravens. The Mississauga, ON native, who was drafted by the Calgary Stampeders in the spring, gives the Gryphons incredible stability with his strong leg and pinpoint accuracy. Ferraro is also one of the best directional punters in the country, which will help alleviate pressure when the Guelph offence is backed up. Fourth-year Guelph, ON native Job Reinhart returns as a multidimensional player, who dominates at both the the rush/cover and linebacker positions. Reinhart, an OUA All-star in 2016, is also a member of the Gryphon wrestling team and showed his athleticism by taking the gold medal in the heavyweight division at the conference championships despite limited experience in the sport. The Gryphons seemed to have unearthed a gem last season in rookie returner Ryan Isenor. The speedster took U SPORTS Special Teams Player of the week honours after posting 268 all-purpose yards, including a 125-yard touchdown return after a missed field goal in an 81-10 win over Windsor.
conference with 8.3 tackles per game, while also adding 3.5 sacks,
and an interception. Korol and his unit will support a gifted defensive line that is a true Gryphon strength. Gatineau, QC product Alain Cimankinda wreaked havoc on quarterbacks in his first OUA season in 2017, registering six sacks. He’ll get some pass rush help from new Gryphon Carter Wilson, a transfer from North Dakota. Opposing offences are going to find it difficult to run the ball against a stout front four.
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COACHING STAFF 2018-19
Todd Galloway
head coach
Todd Galloway was appointed interim head coach of the Gryphon football program on April 12, 2018. Since arriving at the University of Guelph in 2011, Coach Galloway quickly established himself as one of the brightest, young minds in Canadian university football while also playing an integral role in one of the most successful stretches in Gryphon football history. From 2012-2015, the Gryphons posted a combined regular season record of 28-4 while earning three trips to the conference finals in a four-year span, highlighted by a Yates Cup championship in 2015. In his seven seasons as offensive coordinator, Coach Galloway has served as the architect behind some of the most explosive offences in U of G history. In 2015, the Gryphons set a school record for passing yards in a season (2,447) with quarterback James Roberts establishing a new school record with 18 touchdown passes during the regular season. The rushing attack under Coach Galloway’s watch was equally impressive, as the team averaged just under 1,500 yards rushing per season during the 2010, 2014 and 2015 campaigns. Each of those seasons now rank in the top five of the school’s all-time list for most rushing yards in a single-season. In addition to engineering some of the most successful offences in Gryphon history, Coach Galloway has also made his mark on the program by serving as the director of recruiting, with his most recent recruiting class ranking third overall in the country (as ranked by Canada Football Chat). Prior to arriving at Guelph, Coach Galloway coached with both the Laurier Golden Hawks (receivers coach, 2004-2006) as well as with the St. Mary’s Huskies (offensive and defensive assistant, 2007-2010), where he was part of two Yates Cup victories and four straight Loney Bowl titles. Coach Galloway has coached in the U SPORTS EastWest Bowl on four separate occasions, including as offensive coordinator in both 2012 and 2013, while also working at the provincial level as coach of Team Nova Scotia (2008, 2009 and 2010) and Team Ontario (2012). Todd graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2003 with an honours biology degree before completing a graduate degree in medical sciences in 2007 at McMaster University. Todd lives in Aberfoyle with his wife Trudy and two children, Grady and Harper.
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offensive Coordinator
Jean-Francois (JF) enters his second season as the full-time Offensive Coordinator of the Gryphon football team. Known as an offensive innovator, he helped the Gryphons rank near the top of the OUA with 36.6 points per game. JF spent 11 seasons as HC of the Champlain-Lennoxville Cougars, a CEGEP Div.1 team in Quebec. He led the Cougars to seven Bowl d’Or appearances between 2006 and 2015, winning championships in 2013 and 2015. He and his coaching staff received the Coaching Staff of the Year award in 2011, 2012, and 2015. JF was also named Sherbrooke city Provincial Coach of the Year in 2009, 2013, and 2016. During his tenure at ChamplainLennoxville, two of his former athletes played in the NFL, 15 played in the CFL, and 10 signed full scholarships with a NCAA schools. JF has also coached on the Team Quebec squad that won the U18 championship in 2012, as well as the National Junior U19 team that won gold medal at the world championship in China in 2016. He was a centre at Laval University from 1999-2003, winning two Vanier Cups. JF was an all-conference player three times (2001, 2002, and 2003) and a CIS First-Team All-Canadian in 2003. He signed as a free agent with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and then the Ottawa Renegades of the Canadian Football League in 2004 and 2005. JF earned a Kinesiology degree (B. Sc., 2002) and an MBA in Management (2004) from Laval. He and his wife Mireille live in Guelph with their two daughters Charlotte and Juliette.
Adam Grandy
COACHING STAFF 2018-19
Jean-Francois joncas
defensive Coordinator
Adam is entering his seventh year with Gryphons and second as Defensive Coordinator, helping shape a unit that has produced several CFL-calibre players in recent seasons. Before joining the Gryphon program, he served four years as Linebacker Coach and Assistant Defensive Coordinator at his alma mater McMaster University. Adam was a linebacker for the Marauders and a member of the 2003 Yates Cup championship team. He has spent the last 13 years coaching minor football in Hamilton, Burlington, and at M.M. Robinson High School. Adam has also been a member of Team Ontario’s coaching staffs for the last five years, most recently winning a bronze medal at the 2016 Canada Cup. Adam holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from McMaster (2007) and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Windsor (2011), where he was a Graduate Assistant/Linebacker Coach during the 2010 season.
alex derma
Special Teams Coordinator
Alex has been a fixture within the Gryphon program for the last decade, with the upcoming 2018 season marking his 10th with the red, black, and gold and first as the Special Teams Coordinator. Filled with passion and energy for both his players and the game, he has a total of 16 years coaching experience. Alex was the former the Scout Team Coordinator and Receivers Coach at Guelph. He was appointed as the Offensive Coordinator for Team Ontario U17 Selects and was a part of two squads that defeated Team USA. Alex played his high school football locally at John F. Ross as a receiver before joining the University of Waterloo football team for the 1998 season. He was also selected to play for Team Ontario U21, representing them as a captain for a summer tour in Europe. A proud Guelph resident, Alex teaches at Elmira District High School. He and his wife Jennifer have two incredible boys, Aiden and Cameron.
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COACHING STAFF 2018-19
Brian Cluff
Defensive Line Coach • 34th year with Gryphon football • 2011 recipient of Gino Fracas Award (U SPORTS Assistant Coach of the Year) • Has the distinction of being a member of all four Gryphon Yates Cup winning teams (1984 as a player, 1992, 1996 and 2015 as a coach)
Steve Frake
Receivers Coach • 6th season as receivers coach • Has had a receiver earn OUA all-star honours on five different occasions in his first five years as coach • Prior to joining the Gryphons, spent seven years as receivers coach at his alma mater, Wilfrid Laurier University
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Mike MacDonald Offensive Line Coach
• 9th year with Gryphon football • Coached the offensive line at Notre Dame H.S. (Burlington) for seven years • Head coach of Burlington Stampeders (Burlington Minor Football Association) for 18 seasons
Joe Sardo
Linebackers Coach • 2nd season as linebackers coach • Prior to joining the Gryphons, spent 10 years as the defensive coordinator at McMaster and two years as an assistant with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (CFL) • Standout linebacker at the University of Hawaii (NCAA) before being selected in the 2nd round of the 1992 CFL Draft (Ottawa)
Steve Viveiros
Running Backs Coach • 16th year with Gryphon football, 9th year as running backs coach • Served as linebackers coach for his first seven years with Gryphon football • Played linebacker at McMaster (19901995) where he was named team MVP on three occasions
Mark Forsyth
Defensive Backs Coach • 2nd year as defensive backs coach • Started coaching at Mount Allison in 1985 before moving to McMaster where he spent 28 years (1989-2016) • Recipient of the Gino Fracas Award (U SPORTS Assistant Coach of the Year) in 1998
asst. Linebackers Coach • 5th year as assistant linebackers coach • Head coach and defensive coordinator at Norte Dame (Burlington) where he led the Irish to four Halton championship appearances in five years • Team Ontario linebackers coach at 2014 International Bowl
Mark Durigon
AssT. Defensive Backs Coach • 5th year as assistant defensive backs coach • Four-year starter with Gryphons (20092012), led OUA in interceptions twice (2009, 2010) • Completed his MBA at the Richard Ivey School of Business and now works in Guelph at Skyline Wealth Management Inc.
Daniel Urbshas
asst. Offensive Line Coach • 2nd year as assistant offensive line coach • Played five seasons with Gryphons (2012-2016) • Currently pursuing his Masters of Sociology at the University of Guelph
Daniel Ferraro
COACHING STAFF 2018-19
Nathan Galoni
Kicking Coach
• 4th season as kicking coach • Played four seasons with Gryphons (2011-2014) • Set the U SPORTS single-season record for made field goals (26) in 2014 before coaching his younger brother, Gabe, to a new national record of 33 made field goals in 2017
John Casasanta
Assistant Special Teams Coach • 14th season with Gryphon football • Serves as special teams assistant and is also the lead recruiting officer for the Gryphons in the Niagara region • Played five seasons as defensive back with the Gryphons (1994, 1997-2000)
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players 2018-19
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REC Yr 4 6-1 195lbs Mississauga, ON Sociology
RB Yr 3 5-7 170lbs Regina, SK Physical Science
REC Yr 2 5-10 180lbs Montreal, QC Economics
LB Yr 1 6-0 195lbs Gatinau, QC Sociology
RB Yr 4 5-8 197lbs Brampton, ON Psychology
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7
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9
10
DB
DL
QB Yr 2 6-0 183lbs Ottawa, ON Human Kinetics
REC Yr 3 6-1 190lbs Niagara Falls, ON Human Kinetics
K Yr 5 5-11 185lbs Mississauga, ON Leadership
Zeph Fraser
Darius Samuels
Yr 1 6-0 187lbs Oshawa, ON Criminal Justice
Jamal Hooker
Alain Cimankinda
Yr 3 6-1 230lbs Ottawa, ON Arts
A.J. Chase
Brayden Lassenba
Uriel Kalenga
Jordan Terrio
Daniel Palmer-Salmon
Gabe Ferraro
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REC Yr 3 6-0 200lbs Weyburn, SK Arts
REC Yr 1 6-2 170lbs Toronto, ON Arts
DB
REC Yr 3 6-4 200lbs Mississauga, ON Psychology
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17
18 19 20
DB Yr 1 6-1 200lbs Chateauguay, QC Sociology
QB Yr 4 6-3 205lbs Burnaby, ON Nutrition
REC Yr 4 6-0 180lbs Regina, SK Arts
Thomas Bresciani
Brendan Murphy
Kiondre Smith
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Theo Landers
Akeem Knowles
Yr 4 5-10 175lbs Brampton, ON Sociology
Kade Belyk
Kian Schaffer-Baker
Graham Brodie
DB
Yr 3 5-11 175lbs Guelph, ON Criminal Justice
LB
Anthony Hall
Yr 1 6-0 239lbs Montreal, QC Arts
Ryan Isenor
REC Yr 2 5-10 185lbs London, ON Human Kinetics
22 23 24 25
RB
RB
Kwame Osei
Yr 1 5-9 172lbs Montreal, QC Sociology
Juwan Jeffrey
Yr 1 5-10 175lbs Brampton, ON Criminal Justice
RB
Patrick Pierre
Yr 3 5-10 193lbs Toronto, ON Sociology
Jared Beeksma
DL Yr 2 6-2 200lbs Cambridge, ON Leadership
Simon Chaves
DB Yr 1 6-0 188lbs Guelph, ON Criminal Justice
players 2018-19
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26 27 28 30 31 Dotun Aketepe
DB
Yr 3 6-0 190lbs Barrie, ON Marketing
DB
A.K. Ismail
Yr 1 6-1 180lbs Ottawa, ON Human Kinetics
Jean-Paul Cimankinda
RB
Yr 1 6-1 225lbs Ottawa, ON Arts
Harry Robinson
RB Yr 3 5-9 194lbs Kingston, ON Economics
DB
Joe Diorio
Yr 2 5-9 185lbs London, ON Criminal Justice
32 33 34 35 36 Elijah Walker
DB Yr 4 5-10 190lbs Toronto, ON Sociology
Benjamin Lack
DB Yr 1 6-1 170lbs Burlington, ON Human Kinetics
Josh Cassista
LB Yr 2 5-11 228lbs Port Elgin, ON Mechanical Engineering
Lukas Brennan
FB Yr 3 6-4 265lbs St. Catharines, ON Philosophy
Jason Richards
DB Yr 3 5-9 175lbs Thornhill, ON Sociology
40 41 44 45 51 Aiden Mielczarek
LB Yr 1 6-3 190lbs Newmarket, ON Accounting
Alexander Jafs
LB Yr 3 6-0 210lbs Newmarket, ON Human Kinetics
Carter Wilson
DL Yr 3 6-4 225lbs Arnprior, ON Marketing
Matt Reuter
LB Yr 2 6-0 220lbs Crystal Beach, ON Mechanical Engineering
Etienne Roy
OL Yr 1 6-1 282lbs Gatineau, QC Arts
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players 2018-19
52 53 54 55 57 A.J. Allen
LB Yr 3 6-1 210lbs Burlington, ON Criminal Justice
Lukas Korol
LB Yr 5 6-0 205lbs Dundas, ON Leadership
Job Reinhart
LB Yr 4 6-0 237lbs Guelph, ON Landscape Architecture
Brandon Ferigo
LB Yr 1 6-1 240lbs Guelph, ON Arts
Jaylan Guthrie
OL Yr 4 6-5 296lbs Pickering, ON Economics
58 59 60 61 62 OL
Andy McFalls
Yr 2 6-4 295lbs Mississauga, ON Criminal Justice
Jeremy Kapelanski
DL
Yr 1 6-3 250lbs St Jerome, QC Economics
OL
Colin Jerome
Yr 4 6-2 300lbs North Bay, ON Sociology
DL
Nathan Monk
Yr 3 5-11 275lbs Guelph, ON Economics
OL
Stuart Allan
Yr 1 6-5 325lbs Oakville, ON Arts
63 64 65 66 67 OL
Spencer Swan
Yr 1 6-5 325lbs Guelph, ON Env. Mngt
OL
Ben Petrie
Yr 3 6-4 295lbs Waterloo, ON Sociology
Spencer Masterson
OL Yr 1 6-6 300lbs Richmond Hill, ON Criminal Justice
OL
Liam Lapointe
Yr 1 6-4 270lbs Montreal, QC Arts
Coulter Woodmansey
OL
Yr 3 6-5 295lbs Toronto, ON Real Estate & Housing
68 70 80 81 82 Eric Starczala
OL
Yr 5 6-5 318lbs Cambridge, ON Sociology
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Eric Stranz
Yr 1 5-11 202lbs Ayr, ON Accounting
Noah Johns
REC Yr 1 5-11 180lbs London, ON Criminal Justice
Michael O’Shea
REC Yr 1 6-1 165lbs Winnipeg, MB Economics
Jayden Kelly
REC Yr 1 5-9 160lbs Barrie, ON Arts
Jack
Tocher
Aidan Fraser
Sam Lewis
Nicholas Mirijello
Daniel Fascione
DL Yr 3 6-2 220lbs Stoney Creek, ON Psychology
REC Yr 1 6-4 185lbs Cochrane, AB Sociology
REC Yr 3 5-8 185lbs Guelph, ON Psychology
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DL
DL Yr 1 6-2 268lbs Kitchener, ON Landscape Architecture
Dewan Soyer
Yr 2 6-1 285lbs Hamilton, ON Marketing
Justin Jelacic
96 99 Sam Bergeron
DL Yr 1 6-3 215lbs Oakville, ON Biological Science
Ben Cadman
DB Yr 2 6-0 170lbs Burlington, ON Economics
Greg Corfield
DL Yr 4 6-6 300lbs Niagara Falls, ON Hotel & Food Administration
Gordon Dejong
OL Yr 1 6-4 260lbs Callander, ON Environmental Science
REC Yr 2 5-11 190lbs Burlington, ON Criminal Justice
Charlie Taggart
LB
Yr 4 6-3 237lbs Hamilton, ON English
Jake Bennett
REC Yr 1 6-1 175lbs North Vancouver, BC Human Kinetics
Dawson Elliott
LB Yr 1 5-11 190lbs London, ON Arts
REC Yr 2 6-3 230lbs Scarborough, ON Sociology
Tavius Robinson
DL Yr 1 6-8 240lbs Guelph, ON Landscape Architecture
Walker Breen
DB Yr 2 5-11 180lbs Rockwood, ON Property Management
Aidan England
LB Yr 3 6-2 210lbs Burlington, ON Chemistry
players 2018-19
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Robert Proner
DL
Yr 1 6-2 245lbs Oakville, ON Economics
Connor Burke
OL Yr 1 6-3 270lbs Guelph, ON Criminal Justice
Jared Fernandez-Brown
K Yr 1 5-9 150lbs Burlington, ON Psychology
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players 2018-19
Jared Fernandez-Brown
K Yr 1 5-9 150lbs Burlington, ON Psychology
Emmanuel Ituara
RB
OL
LB
Yr 1 6-0 240lbs London, ON Criminal Justice
Daniel Miller
Yr 1 6-4 300lbs Brampton, ON Arts
Nicholas Sarre
Yr 1 5-11 195lbs London, ON Human Kinetics
Ben Slinger
DB Yr 2 6-2 185lbs Cambridge, ON Biology & Genetics
Cody Fisher
DB Yr 1 5-8 180lbs Ilderton, ON Economics
Scott Johnston
OL
Yr 1 6-3 318lbs Hamilton, ON Arts
Richard Morris
RB
Yr 1 5-10 195lbs London, ON Criminal Justice
Michael Scarfone
QB Yr 1 6-3 181lbs Milton, ON Arts
Joel Stenning
DL Yr 1 6-0 255lbs London, ON Criminal Justice
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Kyle Funk
DB Yr 1 6-3 184lbs Markham, ON Psychology
DL
Afram Jolak
Yr 1 6-2 270lbs Ottawa, ON Human Kinetics
Malcolm Ofori
DB
Yr 1 5-10 170lbs Caledon, ON Arts
Brandon Schofield
DB
Yr 2 6-1 180lbs Burlington, ON Accounting
Tyler Thompson
LB Yr 1 6-0 200lbs London, ON Criminal Justice
Andrew Horscroft
QB Yr 1 5-11 180lbs Cambridge, ON Commerce
Matthew MacGillvray
REC Yr 1 6-4 186lbs London, ON Landscape Architecture
Scott Pedersen
DL
Yr 3 6-5 245lbs Arthur, ON Leadership
Tyler Scholz
LB Yr 2 6-4 195lbs Niagara Falls, ON Arts
Luke Williams
REC Yr 1 6-2 198lbs London, ON Arts
LB
Ahmad Imtiaz
Yr 1 6-0 205lbs Toronto, ON Sociology
Jacob McDonald
RB
OL
Yr 2 5-7 176lbs Calgary, AB Human Kinetics
Colin Reece
Yr 2 6-3 310lbs Smithville, ON Accounting
Daniel Serravalle
REC Yr 2 6-0 180lbs Niagara Falls, ON Criminal Justice
Thomas Williams
OL Yr 1 6-4 300lbs Nobleton, ON History
Cole Wilkinson
DB Yr 1 6-3 193lbs London, ON Commerce
players 2018-19
Players to watch Kade BelYK
WIDE RECEIVER Opportunity exists among the Gryphons’ wide receiving corps – and Kade Belyk is the type of player that can take full advantage.
Alain Cimankinda
DEFENSIVE END The Gryphons unearthed a gem last year with the addition of Alain Cimankinda. The Gatineau, QC native transferred to Guelph after a season with the New Mexico Military Institute and made an immediate impact on the field. Stout and incredibly strong, Cimankinda used his explosive 6-1, 245-pound frame to intimidate opposing quarterbacks. He was eventually slowed down by an ankle injury but posted a team-high six sacks on the season, 3.5 of which came in an incredible Gryphon debut in the season opener against Ottawa. Cimankinda also posted nine tackles that game, a performance that earned him OUA Defensive Player of the Week honours. He enters 2018 healthy, hungry and ready to build on an excellent first year in the red, black, and gold.
The fourth-year Regina, Saskatchewan native had a quiet junior season after racking up 27 catches for 339 yards as a sophomore. But with the departure of former All-Canadian Jacob Scarfone, Belyk will be expected to step into a more prominent offensive role. An intelligent and athletic receiver, the 6-1, 180-pound receiver should see an increase in targets and production. Belyk has worked hard for the chance to feature in the offence and it appears his time has come.
Job Reinhart
LINEBACKER/LONG SNAPPER When discussing the most impactful and versatile players on the Gryphons, Job Reinhart immediately comes to mind. The Guelph native has been a key contributor to both the defensive and special teams units and as he enters his fourth year, Reinhart has evolved into an important part of the program’s leadership group. The 6-0, 230-pound linebacker did a little bit of everything last season, registering 17.5 tackles and 2.5 sacks, in addition to providing critical rush cover and long-snapping responsibilities. He has a good role model for the latter job as his brother Jake does the long-snapping for the Grey Cup champion Toronto Argonauts. Reinhart, who also won an OUA gold medal as a heavyweight wrestler last winter, was a participant in the U SPORTS Valero East West Bowl in May, where he caught the eye of CFL scouts.
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FOOTBALL PAVILION Culture changes are an important part of an athletic program’s
agreement, no excuses.
growth. They can come with alterations to personnel or a
“For the players that follow them, it’s the same thing. They’ve
different philosophical approach, among others. But the Guelph Gryphons football team is in the process of developing a new culture thanks in part to the building they call home. Fourth-year defensive end Charlie Taggart has seen it himself. It began when the doors officially opened to the state-of-theart Pavilion on the corner of College Ave and Lang Way. The Gryphons’ new home has provided a positive step for a team dedicated to succeeding. “There are guys in there constantly working to improve, and not just in the football sense but there are almost always players in the Pavilion working on their academics,” says the U of G veteran from Hamilton, ON. “I know for me personally it made a world of difference, having somewhere where I could find a quiet place to focus on my studies. Being able to call a place as special as the Pavilion home is surreal.” The Pavilion was the vision of emeritus coach Stu Lang, with the funds coming from his Angel Gabriel Foundation. Designed by maclennan jaunkalns miller architects with functionality and efficiency in mind, the project took two and a half years to complete. This incredible gift to the program, which was celebrated in an emotional opening ceremony on Oct. 2, 2017, was meant to influence the program for decades to come. On that evening last October, the Yates Cup-winning coach spoke from his heart. He was only happy to provide the tools necessary for success, though it came with expectations. “Their part of the bargain is to perform on the field, in the classroom and in the community,” he said. “That was the
got to perform.” The impact has already been felt. Gryphon players are well aware of what’s required of them. And they have begun to repay their gift by working hard in all of those arenas that Lang referenced. They have also had fun along the way, be it a haircut in the barber’s chair, a comfortable recovery in the therapy room, or for a player like Taggart, studying football and academics in the Pavilion’s many position rooms. “Having a wall of white boards and a touchscreen TV makes writing essays much easier, just being able to have all my notes surrounding me,” he said. “The rooms also have reminders about every team we face week to week. Our defensive line coach Brian Cluff has each week’s blitzes on the board so that players get a refresher every time they step into the room without us having to reminded of the small details.” Building features: • 3,300-square foot locker room • coaches offices and meeting rooms • full athletic therapy clinic (with hot and cold hydrotherapy) • players’ lounge • rooftop patio • dry sauna • satellite TVs in every room • virtual reality Football lab • equipment room with space saver technology • kitchenette and multi-purpose hospitality red zone
full athletic therapy clinic (with hot and cold hydrotherapy)
“I’m just amazed,” said Lang, standing on the edge of the newly-named 15 Lang Way, formerly Powerhouse Lane. “You have a vision in your mind and then when you finally see it come to fruition, and it’s better than you could have imagined, it’s fantastic.”
3,300 sq ft
locker room player lounge and meeting rooms
HOME OF THE GRYPHONS
ALUMNI STADIUM
Alumni Stadium has become one of the more iconic facilities in Canadian university sports. Built in 1970, the 4,500-capacity home of Guelph Gryphons football inevitably provides the diehard fans of the program some indelible images each and every season. They remember the red smoke shooting into the sky as the inspired Gryphons sprint on to the field or a particularly important playoff touchdown celebration on the trademark red and black checkered end zones. Alumni Stadium has evolved over the past 48 years since its unveiling. The synthetic turf field is one of the best surfaces in U SPORTS, while the state-of-the-art video scoreboard adds significantly to the overall fan experience. An International Association of Athletics Federations- certified eight-lane track has improved the facility’s ability to host events and provide a training destination for other Gryphon athletes. The exterior has been upgraded over the decades with massive pictures of players, a mini turf replica field outside of the gates, and a saying on the wall that states “Proud To Be A Gryphon.” There is a rich history of special events at Alumni Stadium, including professional football. In 2013, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats played their entire Canadian Football League schedule at the Gryphon facility while their new home Tim Hortons Field was under construction. The CFL returned to Alumni Stadium in the summer of 2018 as the Toronto Argos and Ottawa REDBLACKS played an exhibition game that featured five former Gryphon stars. With the accompanying Pavilion now complete, Alumni Stadium will undoubtedly provide more great memories to the players, coaches, staff and fans, for many years to come.
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PARENTS OF PLAYERS The bond among Gryphon Football teammates is strong. It happens to extend beyond the locker room and into the community, where one particular collection of fans has a vested interest in seeing the boys thrive. The Parents of Players group – known simply as POP – is behind the Gryphons throughout the entire season, creating a culture of support for moms and dads following their young student-athletes on the university journey. “There is a buzz in the air and great excitement around the POP Group,” said president Bruna Ferraro, mother of Gryphon All-Canadian kicker Gabe Ferraro. “We’re raring to go for 2018 and plans are well underway for what is shaping up to be a fantastic season.” POP accompanied the team to Quebec for a preseason matchup with the Laval Rouge et Or but the real work is done on gamedays at Alumni Stadium. The group hosts tailgates at the stadium, where the theme is “Celebrating the Diversity of our Gryphons” and parents are encouraged to share a dish reflecting their diverse nationalities.“We hope to engage many volunteers this season, so we’ve added some new and fun things to do at our tailgates,” said Ferraro. The season-opening tailgate, when Guelph hosts the York Lions on Monday, September 3rd, will be an exciting day for POP, as well as an example of their reach. The day is dedicated to the family of thirdyear wide receiver Jordan Terrio, whose sister Jazmin is suffering from a rare neurological disease that impacts both her physical and cognitive development. POP will donate all funds collected that day to the Terrio family. “There are numerous challenges that arise from this condition,” said Ferraro, acknowledging Jordan’s mom Michelle, Jazmin’s primary care giver. “We are a great Gryphon family and together, we will attempt to ease their burden, even if it’s only a little. We care about our family and we want them to know that.” That genuine concern and compassion for one another is consistent regardless of who comprises the POP committee. For example, the group will say goodbye to member Dale Roberts (mom of graduating quarterback James Roberts) and her husband Robin, two key figures the past four years. However, POP is very excited to welcome its first Gryphon dad as Shawn McFalls, parent of secondyear offensive lineman Andy McFalls, joins the mix. POP continues to be an integral component of a football program on the rise.
POP Group Season Schedule Monday, September 3rd vs York - SEASON HOME OPENER Tailgate AND Post Game Family BBQ on Johnston Green, immediately following the game. Saturday, September 8 @ Ottawa - Social on Friday and POP soft Tailgate in parking lot Saturday, September 15 @ Windsor - POP soft Tailgate in parking lot Saturday, September 22 vs Queens - HOMECOMING - POP PIG ROAST Tailgate! Saturday, September 29 @ Laurier - POP soft Tailgate in parking lot Sunday, September 30 - HIGH TEA with GRYPHON’S MOMS hosted by Coach Galloway and Guests! Saturday, October 6 - Bye Week - Happy Thanksgiving! Saturday, October 13 vs Toronto - THINK PINK GAME - POP Tailgate dedicated to those afflicted by cancer and proceeds donated to Breast Cancer Awareness. Saturday, October 20 vs Waterloo - POP Tailgate dedicated to graduating Gryphon’s families!
The evolution of Gryphon Football has put the spotlight on a proud program. Supporters want to be a part of it – and keep that momentum moving forward. Friends of Gryphon Football (FOGF) was established about a decade ago to do just that. The organization, which is an extension of the original 25th Man Club created by former Gryphon Pat Tracey in the mid 1990s, exists so that alumni and friends can help promote and support the football team’s annual quest to compete for the OUA and U SPORTS hardware. “Friends of Gryphon Football has become an excellent vehicle for alumni and friends to keep a real connection with the program,” says Director of Football Advancement and FOGF Membership Coordinator Bill Brown, who was a member of the 1996 Yates Cup champion Gryphons. “It is one of the ways to ensure that the program will remain intact.” FOGF, working alongside the University of Guelph and the Department of Athletics, has a variety of objectives among its active and enthusiastic membership. The first is to raise funds to improve and promote the program. One of the most significant advancements to come from the club was the creation of the Gryphon Football Gala in early May, which raises approximately $30,000 to $40,000 annually for the program. Guests are eager to take part and see notable speakers like University of Guelph alum Thomas Dimitroff, the General Manager of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons, who was a keynote speaker at the inaugural edition of the gala. Friends of Gryphon Football allows this family of supporters to stay connected. Events like the annual golf tournament encourage interaction among the current players, alumni, parents, students, the University of Guelph administration and the local community, all of whom have are heavily invested in seeing every Gryphon achieve personal and team success. The FOGF Membership is an affordable way to remain in touch with the program and redeem many of the benefits that the membership has to offer. More information can be found at gryphons.ca/FOGF.
ADVANCEMENT Advancement is a new addition to Gryphon Football for 2018. The goal of the Advancement team is to do anything and everything to assist with pushing the program forward. From improving the fan experience, to maintaining links with
alumni, the Advancement team is involved in all aspects of the program off the field.
The staff will work in concert with the Department of Athletics and the University of Guelph to oversee football operations, including liaising with Head Coach Todd Galloway, Friends of Gryphon Football, the POP Group, and alumni. The intention is to create the best, self-sustaining U SPORTS football program in Canada, focusing on constant growth and a discerning identity that separates the Gryphon Football program from its competitors.
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athletic therapy Dave Wright was 14 years old when he suffered a neck injury that would dramatically alter the course of his life. Wright, the Head Athletic Therapist for the Gryphon football team, was playing minor hockey in Clinton, ON when he took a terrible hit from behind which resulted in him having to miss an entire year of playing. An athlete with a strong work ethic, he found himself sulking in the therapy office, trying to forget about his plight by reading a Sports Illustrated. That’s when a physiotherapist charged with helping Wright recover, opened both his eyes and his mind. “She pulled the magazine right out of my hand and put an anatomy book in front of me,” Wright recalled. “She said, ‘Dave, we’re going to be spending a lot of time together and you need to understand what we’re doing and why we’re doing it.’ “I try to always do that even now. Pull out the anatomy book and paint the picture to the injured athlete.” Wright recalls that injury as a “bitter pill at the time” but it set him on a path to pursue two passions that have shaped his professional life – refereeing and athletic therapy. His work career has centred on the latter, with stints as a kinesiology instructor at Guelph Humber, co-owning a business, and as Head Therapist with the Toronto Argonauts, and the Ottawa Sports Entertainment Group, where he worked with the Canadian Football League’s REDBLACKS, the 67’s of the Ontario Hockey League, and the North American Soccer League’s Fury FC. Wright admits he has been fortunate with timing throughout his career, with a couple of Grey Cup rings to show for it. It happened again in the summer of 2017. Wright had moved back to the Erin area with his wife Kerry and children Dawson and Delaney when he was informed about the athletic therapy opening with the Gryphon football program. So he applied.
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Within a week, he was on site, implementing his innovative approach to the profession. “I was very impressed with the facilities and the environment here,” Wright said. “It’s about achieving excellence and the foundation is in place. I also felt appreciated immediately and that was key.”
Wright is all about treating the cause of an injury, while focusing on athlete accountability. The word maintenance should not enter the equation because that means staying the same. The goal is to get better. “The one element any athlete can control is their level of fitness,” he said of the exercise-based environment he has emphasized with the Gryphons. “A commitment to fitness means they want to make this their craft. It says a lot about their character and their heart.” “It’s not always what athletes do in the hour they’re here to see me, it’s what they do in the other 23 hours in the day that will make them perform better.” Trauma injuries, like fractures and dislocations, are simply a part of football. What Wright has successfully done in his year at Guelph is minimize mechanical injuries, which in turn helps the Gryphons maximize their performance in practice and on game days. Wright therefore encourages transparency and that players come to him when something’s wrong. He’s fostered a trusting environment by getting to know a big roster of 110 kids who rely on him for guidance, showing the same genuine concern he received when enduring his own neck injury. “We’re developing young men,” Wright said. “We want to hopefully get them through these four or five years without and serious injury and teach them life skills.”
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING Shea Pierre hasn’t been around Gryphon Football for very long – but he’s already made a significant impact. Pierre, a former two-sport athlete and the new strength and conditioning coach for the Guelph Gryphons, is changing the way players go about their business in training. He knew he was on the right track by the sheer volume of Gryphons who showed up for summer sessions. What’s most gratifying for Pierre is seeing the mentality of young athletes improve as they fine tune their bodies in preparation for the 2018 season.
summer and will be here throughout the season, implementing his vision of training, which is to be a better athlete. The program is all about improving speed and agility.
“When they go on to the field for Sunday’s team practices, you see they have more explosiveness and belief in what they’re doing,” said Pierre, owner of Pierre’s Elite Performance based in Mississauga. “It makes them play better. When you get stronger and faster, it builds more confidence.”
“I want our guys to be athletes first,” said Pierre, who believes a big O-lineman should train the same as a skill player. “We don’t care about how big and strong you are. Bigger, slower, stiffer is what I tell them. Movement has to be key. We start every workout learning how to move properly, more multi-directional speed. I’ve trained them to run better technically.
Pierre is excited about the prospect of working with the Gryphons on a regular basis. He brings a unique approach to fitness, which he began to develop as a far back as his grade 6 year, when he played football and ran track. Pierre did both sports in his time at the University of Windsor before a Canadian Football League career that saw him make stops as a defensive back with the Edmonton Eskimos and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He has worked with several Gryphon football players over the years and the Guelph coaching staff has been impressed with their growth, leading to a bigger role. Pierre spent four days a week with the Gryphons in the
“I tell them that you don’t bring all of these barbells, kettle bells, dumb bells with you out on to the football field. You bring you – and you have to be able to move efficiently. We spend a lot of time doing football-related things so they are more efficient on the field. When we lift, we lift optimally. They lift about 70 to 80 per cent, doing it fast and explosively. Then we do fast movements, like you would in football. We do things that mimic the game.” It’s a multi-purpose approach that not only develops explosiveness, it also strengthens key parts of the body like hip flexors, groins, and hamstrings, which ultimately allows for better
“Guelph is ahead of the game from what they’re doing from a football standpoint,” he said. “I wanted to be a part of it and thought it would be special. I know a lot of these kids and I just know that we will be able to produce a championship program in a couple years.” performance on the field. Pierre also brings a relatability that not all strength coaches have – he’s been precisely in their shoes. “They really believe in the philosophy because they have seen guys that I have trained playing in the CFL, and they trust me,” said Pierre. “I played in the CFL and have told them my personal story, about situations that they might be in. They ask questions and they can’t always get those answers from another strength coach. That gives me a little bit of an advantage. I know the steps they are taking from their freshman year through to their fifth year.” Pierre loves that the Gryphons have been so engaged since he arrived. And he sees big things for the team in the future. “Guelph is ahead of the game from what they’re doing from a football standpoint,” he said. “I wanted to be a part of it and thought it would be special. I know a lot of these kids and I just know that we will be able to produce a championship program in a couple years.”
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ACADEMIC SUPPORT ACADEMIC SUPPORT The Gryphon football program is committed to achieving excellence both on the field and in the classroom. There are several support programs offered by the University of Guelph that help ensure each student is fully equipped to successfully balance their academic demands with the demands of being a varsity athlete.
COUNSELLING SERVICES We offer individual counselling sessions to help support students as they work through the personal challenges that impair their ability to succeed at school and in other areas of their lives. Please call Ext. 53244 to schedule an appointment with a therapist/counsellor or drop by the front desk on the third floor of the University Centre.
STUDENT-ATHLETE MENTORSHIP (S.A.M.) PROGRAM The S.A.M. Program enhances the academic performance of studentathletes by providing resources and assistance tailored to their unique needs, with all program content delivered by fellow student-athletes. Our team of mentors is made up of individuals who are upper-year, academically successful varsity athletes. Each of the mentors have received training in both learning strategies, as well as the referral processes. Study sessions take place in the Library.
UNDERGRADUATE ACADEMIC INFORMATION CENTRE (U.A.I.C.) The U.A.I.C. provides general academic advising information to undergraduate students as well as resources and professional development opportunities for academic advisors.
STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES From personal aid appointments and O.S.A.P. queries, to questions regarding Student Awards, Scholarships & Bursaries, students can get the answers they are looking for on a wide array of financial topics by contacting U of G’s Student Financial Services.
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Student-Athlete support Services Lindsay Williams is in her second season with Gryphon football and serves as the team’s Coordinator of Student-Athlete Support Services. Lindsay has over 10 years of experience working with university students, both in Canada and the U.S., in areas of Residence Life, Career Services, Leadership Development, LINDSAY WILLIAMS: COORDINATOR, Alumni Services, and New Student STUDENT-ATHLETE SUPPORT Programs. As a valuable member SERVICES – GRYPHON FOOTBALL of the Gryphon football program, Lindsay’s primary goal is to ensure that student-athletes maintain their eligibility and are aware of the various services and resources available on campus. Lindsay provides University of Guelph football players with comprehensive support from the very beginning of their Gryphon journey to the very end. Whether assisting student-athletes with the transition from recruit to first-year student, helping upper-classmen with tutoring opportunities and resumé building, or personally meeting one on for support, football players at the U of G have access to academic support that is second-to-none.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT The demands of a University of Guelph football player are extensive. Film, practices, workouts, and classes are all necessities in a busy schedule. But every Gryphon knows that they have another important expectation – to be fixtures in the community. What’s most telling about the character of the men who suit up for the program is that getting out to spread good will, be it for a local school visit, a breakfast with a Canadian war veteran, or a life-changing trip out of the country to build a school for kids in need, it is more of a privilege than a responsibility. “I feel that it’s the best way to make a positive impact in the community,” Gryphon wide receiver Zeph Fraser said about the team’s commitment to being visible in and around Guelph. “Not only does it allow me to grow and develop and be a better person, it helps others to grow and develop with me. This makes me feel good knowing that I’m able to make a positive contribution. “I enjoy meeting new people and at the same time, helping them. It gives people in need hope and a sense of self-worth. Hopefully, I can lead by example and encourage my peers to give back.” The Gryphons had another season filled with work in the community. One of the annual highlights is the ME to WE trip, now in its fifth year. In 2018, Gryphon players Graham Brodie and Walker Breen travelled to Ecuador, where they got down to work assisting in the construction of a much-needed school in a rural town. With little in the way of reliable infrastructure, many rural Ecuadorian children are unable to go to school. Building the structure was therefore an incredible experience for the two young Gryphons. “It really opened my eyes,” said Brodie. “We went to different communities and met many interesting people. “It’s always good to volunteer because you’re exposed to a totally different world. You get to see how other people live and what they struggle with on a daily basis.” “The main lesson I want to spread is how amazing this trip was,” added Breen, who felt both he and his teammate learned to be more open-minded and accepting. “It was really worthwhile, lots of fun and super informative.” Gryphons in the Community in 2017/18 ›› Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign ›› Amanda Lang Public School Talk and Book Signing Event ›› Coaching Community Football ›› Supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters ›› Me to WE ›› Food Drives ›› Charity ›› Water Fight at Arbour Vista Public School ›› Summerfest ›› Grey Cup Tour
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“HOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST DEDICATED STUDENT-ATHLETES” - IMG
IMG SPORTS ACADEMY Like the grind of a football season, the drive to Florida is long and exhausting. The Guelph Gryphons football team made the grueling 23-hour trek during Reading Week to hold spring camp at the renowned IMG Sports Academy in Bradenton. Two busloads of players, coaches, and staff filled two buses and set out on an adventure that the program does every four years, to ensure that each member gets a chance to experience the unique opportunity of training and bonding. On the way there, the time was filled with movies – many of them. Anything to get through that lengthy trip. But what really struck interim head coach Todd Galloway was the ride home. “The TV didn’t even get turned on,” said Galloway. “There was so much conversation and so much fun had all week that they didn’t even bother turning it on. “To me, it was very symbolic of the difference of the team that went down there and the one that
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came back, and how much closer they were.” Galloway was thrilled that his players came away so engaged and excited about what they had learned in the week at IMG. The facility is like no other, a 500-acre campus where teams and athletes, including organizations like the Arizona Cardinals of the NFL and perennial NCAA powerhouse the Alabama Crimson Tide, are exposed to high-level, custom training and unmatched amenities. “We had the opportunity to show them what an elite environment looks like,” said Galloway. The Gryphons took part in physical training that will undoubtedly have an impact on the individual players and how they approach their conditioning. But one of the most valuable aspects of the IMG visit was the focus on mental coaching. Players learned about the mental skills necessary to improve confidence, focus, and determination, so that they can compete at their best each day.
“Those sessions were amazing,” said Galloway. “They got to experience a lot of great stuff on and off the field.” All-Canadian kicker Gryphon kicker Gabe Ferraro thought that the facilities and campus atmosphere give players a sense of what’s required to succeed and be at your best. “It was very beneficial for us as a team as we were placed in a setting that allowed us to focus on football without any distractions, while being immersed in this setting of excellence,” said Ferraro. “Most importantly though, was the team bonding that occurred. Being together for a week in Florida and enduring those long bus rides together, brought us all that much closer to each other as a team and allowed us to gain strength in unity. We’re all so thankful for Stu Lang and the Gryphon football program for providing us with this once in a lifetime opportunity.”
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GRYPHONS IN THE PROS
When it comes to producing CFL and NFL products, few universities in Canada can compare to the Gryphons. In 2018, there are a total of 15 former Gryphon football players who have gone on to earn careers in either the CFL or the NFL. From on the field, to the front office, to the sidelines, here is a look at the 15 individuals who have successfully carried their Gryphon Pride into the pro football ranks.
1989-92
2006-09
2008-11
2014-17
MIKE O’SHEA – HC, WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS
2006-09
1985-89 #6 ROB MAVER (P) – CALGARY STAMPEDERS
CHRIS ROSSETTI - PRO SCOUT, MIAMI DOLPHINS
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2011-14
2014-17
#64 RYAN BOMBEN (OL) – TORONTO ARGONAUTS
THOMAS DIMITROFF - GM, ATLANTA FALCONS
#11 ALEX CHARETTE (REC) – TORONTO ARGONAUTS
#25 JOHNNY AUGUSTINE (RB) – WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS
2014-17
2012-15
2008-12
2010-13
1992-96
#16 ROYCE METCHIE (DB) – CALGARY STAMPEDERS
#48 CURTIS NEWTON (LB) – HAMILTON TIGER-CATS
#58 JAKE REINHART (LS) – TORONTO ARGONAUTS
#49 JEFF FINLEY (DL) – TORONTO ARGONAUTS
KYLE WALTERS – GM, WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS
2011-14
2009-12
2008-12
2011-15
2008-11
#75 CAM WALKER (DE) – TORONTO ARGONAUTS
CURTIS RUKAVINA - PRO SCOUT, BUFFALO BILLS
JARRYD BAINES – OFFENSIVE QUALITY CONTROL COACH, HAMILTON TIGER-CATS
#32 JOHN RUSH (FB) – WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS
#57 ANDREW PICKETT (OL) – OTTAWA REDBLACKS
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2015
1984 1992
1984
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1996
oua major award winners
Bruce Morris
NICK FITZGIBBON
MIKE O’SHEA
OUA MVP // 1975
OUA ROOKIE OF THE YEAR // 2006
PRESIDENT’S TROPHY // 1992
mike shoemaker
sam benincasa
TOM DIMITROFF
OUA MVP // 1988 & 1989
PRESIDENT’S TROPHY // 1982 & 1983
OUA COACH OF THE YEAR // 1983
MVP: Mike Shoemaker - 1988 & 1989 // Bruce Morris - 1975
PRESIDENT’S TROPHY: John Rush - 2015 // Mike O’Shea - 1992 // Sam Benincasa - 1982, 1983
J.P. Metras Trophy: Lou Godry - 1986 // Peter Langford - 1982
Coach of the Year: Dan McNally - 1996 // Tom Dimitroff - 1983
Rookie of the Year: Nick FitzGibbon - 2006 // Chuck Sims - 1988 // John Lowe - 1978
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NATIONAL award winners
john rush
dan mcnally
john lowe
PRESIDENT’S TROPHY
FRANK TINDALL TROPHY
PETER GORMAN TROPHY
Standup Defensive Player of the Year 2015
Coach of the Year 1996
brian cluff GINO FRACAS AWARD
Most Outstanding Assistant Coach 2011
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Rookie of the Year 1978
zach androschuk RUSS JACKSON AWARD
Academics, Athletics & Citizenship 2012
all-canadians OFFENCE Andrew Pickett (2017) Jacob Scarfone (2015, ’17) Cam Thorn (2012) Nick FitzGibbon (2009, ’10) Jedd Gardner (2008) David McKoy (2006) Mike Palmer (2001) Jon Bohnert (2001) Sean Spender (1999) Gerrit Stam (1998) Kip Zavitz (1997) Nathan Body (1997) Kevin Reid (1994) Rob Wesseling (1992, ’93, ’94) Dave Irwin (1992, ’93) Frank Marof (1991) Dan Tocher (1989) Mike Shoemaker (1988) Wasyl Saluckok (1988) Jim Farrell (1988) Al Anonech (1986) Gus Alevizos (1986, ’88) Parri Ceci (1984) Jeff Hale (1981) Mike Hudson (1980, ’81, ’82) Dave Lane (1974)
Gerry
Dan
Tocher
Organ 1969
1989
Rob
Maver
Pickett
2008
2017
Kyle
DEFENCE Nick Parisotto (2015) John Rush (2015) Curtis Newton (2014) James Savoie (2008, ’09) Jeremy Oxley (1999, ’00) Bill Vastis (1996) Kyle Walters (1995, ’96) Hugh Tharby (1993) Steve McKee (1993) Charles Assmann (1993) Mike O’Shea (1992) Shawn Hagarty (1992) Bryan Maltby (1991) Lou Godry (1985, ’86) Sam Benincasa (1982, ’83) Junior Robinson (1982) Peter Langford (1982) John Kelley (1973, ’74)
Andrew
Walters 1995 & 1996
Dave
McKoy 2006
Dave
Irwin
1992 & 1993
SPECIAL TEAMS Gabe Ferraro (2015, 2017) Ryan Nieuwesteeg (2014) Rob Maver (2008) Norm Nasser (2001) Gerry Organ (1969)
Steve
McKee 1993
James
Savoie 2008 & 2009
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History is a crucial component of the Gryphon football program. For those who wear the red, black, and gold with pride today, paying tribute to those who came before them is an inspirational reminder of what it takes to achieve greatness. This tradition of acknowledging the past was brought to a new level seven years ago with the introduction of Honour Jerseys. Each year at the Gryphon Football Gala Dinner, a former player is selected to receive this prestigious honour. Friends of Gryphon Football and a committee pick a player who was dominant in their era to be forever recognized for their contributions on the field and to the program. The Honour Jersey is displayed in the Gryphon Football Performance Centre and on the fence behind the south end zone at Alumni Stadium. To date, there are seven members of this special group: Mike O’Shea, Sam Benincasa, Mark Brown, Parri Ceci, Steve McKee, Mike Hudson, and the latest recipient, Gerry Organ. The list will grow to eight when a new Honour Jersey is awarded at the 2019 Football Gala next May.
MIKE O’SHEA Mike was one of the most dominant defensive players in program history, anchoring the Gryphon linebacking corps from 1989 to 1992. He was two-time conference allstar, including his senior season when he was named an All-Canadian and OUAA Defensive Player of the Year, the same season Guelph captured the Yates Cup. Mike went on to have a standout CFL career with Hamilton and Toronto spanning 16 years, becoming the first Canadian player ever to post 1,000 career tackles. He is a member of both the Gryphon Hall of Fame and the Canadian Football Hall of Fame.
Sam Benincasa Sam was a decorated middle linebacker, who made a massive impact on the field and in the locker room. He earned conference all-star honours from 1980 through 1984, was an All-Canadian, both a President’s and Wildman Trophy winner, and was named the University of Guelph’s Male Athlete of the Year in 1983. Sam was voted to the 1980s Team of the Decade and inducted into the Gryphon Hall of Fame in 1991.
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Mark Brown Versatility was a key characteristic for Mark, who earned First-Team all-conference honours as both a running back (1977) and a defensive back (1978). By the time he wrapped up his five-year career, Mark, the son of legendary Gryphon coach Dick Brown, had established four school records, and finished with 2,528 total offensive yards. In 1978, he won the Wildman Trophy and was named both the W.F. Mitchell Sportsman of the Year and Guelph’s Male Athlete of the Year. He was inducted into the Gryphon Hall of Fame in 1999.
Parri Ceci Parri was a key member of the Gryphon team that captured the 1984 Vanier Cup, winning game MVP honours with a heroic performance. The talented wide receiver was a conference all-star and All-Canadian in both 1984 and 1985, while also earning the university’s Male Athlete of the Year Award in 1984. Parri was named to the Team of the Decade and went on to play professionally with the Calgary Stampeders. He earned his place in the Gryphon Hall of Fame in 1994.
Steve McKee Steve constructed a brilliant five-year career with the Gryphons from 1989 to 1993, forging a fearsome linebacker combination with fellow Honour Jersey recipient Mike O’Shea. He was a conference All-Star in 1992, the year that the Gryphons secured the Yates Cup. Steve finished near the top in several career defensive categories before going on to play in the CFL with Hamilton and Ottawa.
Mike Hudson Mike was an offensive force with the Gryphons, lining up at both tight end and slotback over the course of his university career. He earned conference All-Star and All-Canadian honours three consecutive seasons from 1980 through 1982. In 1980, he won the Don Cameron Award for Most Improved Player. Mike was inducted into the Gryphon Hall of Fame in 1990.
Gerry Organ
Gerry had one of the most distinguished careers in Gryphon Football history, making his mark on the field as both a receiver and kicker. He earned All-Canadian honours in 1969 before embarking on a CFL career that would span 13 season, with two Grey Cup wins. Gerry was the only kicker in league history to win the CFL’s Most Outstanding Canadian Award. He was inducted into the Gryphon Hall of Fame in 1984.
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For the past three years, Gryphon female athletes have been celebrated at the annual She’s Got Game fundraising gala. The 2018 edition of the event last February was historical, with $25,000 raised and an additional $225,000 in funding committed to the women’s varsity program over the next three years. While the gala grows in significance with each year, there was a strong belief that more could be accomplished. In 2018, She’s Got Game has evolved to encompass more than a single event every February – it is officially a movement. Sport is a transformative experience for female athletes. And the University of Guelph has committed to supporting women’s athletics through the three pillars of the She’s Got Game initiative: awareness and engagement, policy, fundraising. The goal is to raise $2.5 million over the next three years to recruit, develop and retain world-class scholars, world-class athletes and world-class citizens. “We have a long tradition in Gryphon Athletics of supporting exceptional female student athletes with strong character, who succeed in the sporting world and beyond,” says Athletics Director Scott McRoberts. “That is the foundation of She’s Got Game, supporting and encouraging young athletes to reach the pinnacle in their sport, as well as in their personal and working lives.” Sport gives female athletes, Gryphons included, skills that will be utilized their entire lives, and a foundation that develops, leadership, communication, and confidence. Varsity athletics also encourages independence, the value of team, a sense of community, and resilience. The work ethic required to succeed on the field of play is transferable in life beyond sport. Some of the key messages in the She’s Got Game movement centre on helping women reach their goals; encouraging women to push boundaries and inspire future generations; and creating a sense of diversity and inclusiveness. “Through the three pillars of policy, fundraising and awareness, we want this initiative to help shape a new conversation in supporting our female athletes,” says McRoberts, noting that February 2019 will be officially recognized as She’s Got Game month. “Sport fosters lifelong skills and we’ve seen that first hand with the success of our Gryphons. She’s Got Game will provide even more of these opportunities for female athletes to succeed and create meaningful legacies.”
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single-game records
(*) Indicating a Game in Playoffs
MOST PASSING YARDS IN A SINGLE GAME Opponent
Date
1
Rank Name Jazz Lindsey
Yards 513
Western
Oct. 18, 2014
2
Justin Dunk
487
Toronto
Sept. 23, 2006
MOST PASSING COMPLETIONS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
PC
Opponent Date
1
Jazz Lindsey
34
Western
Oct. 18, 2014
2
James Roberts
31
Windsor
Sept. 5, 2016
3
James Roberts
30
Western
Sept. 24, 2016
MOST PASSING TOUCHDOWNS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
PTD
Opponent Date
T1
Justin Dunk
5
Toronto
Sept. 23, 2006
T1
Wally Gabler
5*
Western
Nov. 10, 1992
MOST RUSHING YARDS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
Yards
Chuck Sims
Opponent Date
1
Chuck Sims
331
York
Sept. 29, 1990
2
Peterson Douglas
285
York
Oct. 17, 1981
MOST RUSHING TOUCHDOWNS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
RTD
Opponent Date
T1
Nick FitzGibbon
4
Toronto
Sept. 18, 2009
T1
Jonathan Bohnert
4
Toronto
Oct. 7, 1997
MOST RECEIVING YARDS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
Yards
Opponent Date
1
Kevin Reid
243
York
Oct. 1, 1994
2
Kevin Reid
230
Windsor
Oct. 2, 1993
3
Dave McKoy
223
Toronto
Sept. 23, 2006
MOST RECEPTIONS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
REC
Opponent Date
1
Frank Marof
14
Western
Oct. 26, 1991
T2
Al Anonech
13
York
Oct. 4, 1986
T3
Dan Tocher
13
Laurier
Oct. 6, 1988
T4
Alex Charette
13
Western
Oct. 18, 2014
Jazz Lindsey
MOST RECEIVING TOUCHDOWNS IN A SINGLE GAME -
Name
-
Kevin Reid
REC TD 4
Opponent
Date
York
Oct. 1, 1994
SPECIAL TEAMS MOST PUNT RETURN YARDS IN A SINGLE GAME Rank Name
Yards
Opponent Date
1
Ryan Nieuwesteeg
242
Windsor
Oct. 15, 2015
2
Ryan Isenor
222
Windsor
Sept. 9, 2017
3
Ryan Nieuwesteeg
205
Queens
Sept. 20, 2014
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Kevin Reid
single-SEASON records
(*) Indicating a Game in Playoffs
OFFENCE MOST POINTS SCORED IN A SEASON Rank Name 1 2 3 T4 T4 5 6 7 8 9 10 T11 T11 T11
Gabe Ferraro Daniel Ferraro Gabe Ferraro Johnny Augustine Nick FitzGibbon Rob Maver Gabe Ferraro Nick FitzGibbon Rob Maver Rob Maver Michael Palmer Parri Ceci Gerrit Stam Krystian Strynger
Points Year 125 114 88 84 84 83 82 78 78 75 68 66 66 66
2017 2014 2015 2015 2009 2008 2016 2007 2009 2007 2001 1984 1996 1997
Gabe Ferraro
TOTAL ALL PURPOSE YARDS IN A SEASON Rank Name 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Michael Palmer Jedd Gardner Michael Palmer Ryan Nieuwesteeg Michael Palmer Ryan Nieuwesteeg Chuck Sims Gerrit Stam Nick FitzGibbon Chris MacIntyre
Yards 1419 1408 1329 1313 1251 1247 1246 1236 1194 1187
Year
Breakdown
2001 2008 2000 2015 2002 2014 1990 1998 2006 2004
Rec:624; KR:379; PR:416 Rec:812;PR:505;KR:91 Rec:529; KR:231; PR:538; R:31 PR:846; KR:256; Rec: 168; Rush: 43 Rec:765; KR:233; PR:238; R:15 PR: 739; KR: 508 R:799; Rec:122; KR:325 R:1131; Rec:105 R:444; Rec:214; KR:536 R:891; Rec:91; KR;205
Trevor Small
MOST YARDS RECEIVING IN A SEASON Rank Name
Year
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
2015 2005 2006 2008 2002 2006 1984 1993 1991
Jacob Scarfone Jeff Keegan Dave McKoy Jedd Gardner Michael Palmer Jeff Keegan Parri Ceci Dave Irwin Frank Marof
Yards 940 936 858 812 765 757 756 712 699
Gerrit Stam
TOTAL OFFENSIVE YARDS IN A SEASON Rank Name
Yards
Year
Breakdown
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Justin Dunk Justin Dunk Justin Dunk James Roberts Justin Dunk James Roberts Mike Shoemaker Kevin Adam Jazz Lindsey
2826 2502 2325 2264 2234 2172 2122 2104 1999
2006 2008 2009 2015 2007 2016 1988 2003 2013
P:2452; R:374 P:2064;R418 P: 1902; R423 P: 2236; R: 28 P:1784;R450 P: 2119, R:53 P:2006; R:116 P:1789; R:315 P: 1805; R:194
10
Jazz Lindsey
1916
2014
P:1,731; R:185
Frank Marof
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single-SEASON records con’t offesive con’t.
MOST PRIMARY TACKLES IN A SEASON
MOST CARRIES IN A SEASON Rank Name
Carries Year
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Gerrit Stam Chris MacIntyre Gerrit Stam Rob Farqhuarson Nick FitzGibbon Dave Lane Darrel Skuse Johnny Augustine Nick FitzGibbon
188 185 152 150 148 145 139 137 135
1998 2004 1996 2012 2010 1973 1986 2015 2008
10
Peterson Douglas
132
1981
MOST YARDS RUSHING IN A SEASON Rank Name
Yards
Year
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Gerrit Stam Rob Farquharson Chris Macintyre Nick Fitzgibbon Darrel Skuse Bruce Morris Johnny Augustine Dave Lane Nick Fitzgibbon
1131 936 891 853 832 828 814 811 804
1998 2012 2004 2008 1986 1975 2015 1973 2010
10
Chuck Sims
799
1990
1 2 3 T4 T4 6 T7 T7 9 10
Frank Marof Jacob Scarfone Alex Charette Dave McKoy Jeff Keegan Jonathan Bohnert Dave Irwin Michael Palmer Dan Tocher Saxon Lindsey
Catches
Year
60 57 49 48 48 47 46 46 45 44
1991 2015 2014 2006 2006 2001 1993 2002 1989 2013
MOST QB SACKS IN A SEASON 1 2 3 4 5 5 6 7 7 7 7 7
Paul Dragojlovich Bill Vastis Todd Storms Mike O’Shea Ian Marouf Mike O’Shea Mike O’Shea Jeremy Oxley Tag Russell Chris Hladich Cam Walker Alain Cimankinda
Mike Hradil Curtis Newton Mike Hradil John Rush Wayne England Matt Rossetti Luke Korol Luke Korol Curtis Newton Jake Reinhart John Rush Sean Spender Jeff Keene Dan Wicklum Andrew Oosterhuis Adam Hunk Adam Hunk Rob DiGravio John Rush Royce Metchie Steve McKee Bryan Maltby Mike O’Shea
Total 67 60 58 56 50 52 50 49 49 48 47 46 46 45 44 42 41 40 40 38 35 34 34
Year 2001 2014 2002 2014 1987 2009 2017 2016 2014 2011 2015 2001 2000 1987 2002 2009 2010 1988 2012 2017 1990 1989 1992
Rank Name 1 2 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Trevor Small Jeff Volpe Sebastian Howard Mark Durigon Scott Hobson Don Williams Wayne Laidlaw Matt Hammer Bill Brown Sean Spender Mike Hradil
Total 7 6 6 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 5
Year 2003 1983 2007 2009 1980 1981 1981 1996 1996 1999 2000
SPECIAL TEAMS
MOST FIELD GOALS IN A SEASON
DEFENCE
Rank Name
1 2 2 3 4 5 6 T8 T8 10 11 T11 T13 15 16 17 18 T19 T19 20 20
MOST INTERCEPTIONS IN A SEASON
MOST RECEPTIONS IN A SEASON Rank Name
Rank Name
Total 9 9 8 7 6.5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
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Year 1989 1996 1993 1991 2013 1989 1990 2000 2004 2007 2013 2017
Rank Name
Year
1 2 3 4 T5 T5 T7 T7 T9 T9 T9
2017 2014 2016 2008 2015 2007 2009 1987 1982 1993 1997
Gabe Ferraro Daniel Ferraro Gabe Ferraro Rob Maver Gabe Ferraro Rob Maver Rob Maver Carl Ljunberg John Anderson Peter Barbaric Krystian Strynger
Total 33 26 19 18 15 15 13 13 12 12 12
(*) Indicating a Game in Playoffs
LONGEST PUNT/KICK OFF RETURN IN A SEASON Rank Name
Year
1 2 T3 T3 5 6 7 8 9 10 T11 T11 13
2010 2008 2017 2013 2008 2006 2007 1999 2004 1995 1981 1990 2000
Jedd Gardner Jedd Gardner Ryan Isenor Alex Charette Jedd Gardner Dave McKoy Jedd Gardner Nigel Downer Dave McKoy Kyle Walters Warren Hudson Chuck Sims Michael Palmer
Yards
AVG
1 2 3 4 5
2008 1985 2009 2007 1896
46.12 41.9 41.3 40.73 40.5
Rob Maver Mark Hurst Rob Maver Rob Maver Mark Hurst
MOST PUNT RETURN YARDS IN A SEASON
Rank
1 2 3 4 5 6
Ryan Nieuwesteeg Ryan Nieuwesteeg Mike Palmer Jedd Gardner Heron Tait A’dre Fraser
Name Year 2015 2014 2000 2008 1993 2013
846 739 538 505 495 472
7
Ryan Isenor
2017
470
Total Yards
1 2009 2 2017 3 2014 4 2010 5 2015 6 1990 7 1975 8 1998 9 2012 10 1978
1524 1508 1495 1493 1479 1466 1463 1456 1399 1395
11 1986
1385
BEST DEFENCE AGAINST THE PASS
HIGHEST PUNTING AVG IN A SEASON Year
MOST RUSHING YARDS IN A SEASON Rank Year
129 128 125 125 119 118 114 103 102 96 86 86 85
Rank Name
Yards
Rank Year
Yards
1 1972 2 1989 3 1975 4 1982 5 1977 6 1992 7 1991 8 1980 9 1990
774 795 825 911 980 1004 1018 1030 1052
10 1973
1105
BEST DEFENCE AGAINST THE RUN Rank Year
Yards
MOST YARDS PASSING IN A SEASON
1 1983 2 1981 3 1992 4 1984 5 1982 6 2013 7 1996 8 1985 9 1990
637 667 724 762 766 804 869 883 887
Rank Year
10 1987
933
Total Team Records 1 2015 2 2009 3 2011 4 2014 5 1988 6 2003 7 2013 8 1994 9 2017 10 1997 11 1993
Total Yards 2447 2178 2148 2122 2019 1881 1877 1849 1827 1812 1771
MOST INTERCEPTIONS IN A SEASON Rank Year 1 1979 2 1989 2 2000 4 1981 4 2003 4 2012 7 1983 7 1988 7 1993 7 1995 7 1996
Yards 22 17 17 16 16 16 15 15 15 15 15
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ALL-TIME CAREER records
(*) Indicating a Game in Playoffs
OFFENCE
MOST POINTS SCORED IN A CAREER Rank Name
TD
FG
C
S
TP
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
0 0 0 40 0 0 0 24 23 23 22
293 57 52 0 52 35 32 0 0 0 0
0 105 60 0 56 53 60 0 5 0 0
12 17 8 0 26 17 4 0 0 0 0
306 290 251 240 238 175 167 144 143 138 132
Gabe Ferraro Rob Maver Daniel Ferraro Nick FitzGibbon Norm Nasser Dan Walker Krystian Strynger Bruce Morris Michael Palmer Gerrit Stam Chuck Sims
Justin Dunk
MOST YARDS RUSHING IN A CAREER Rank Name
CAR
Yards
Avg. Long
TD
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
601 483 484 404 463 273 378 “287 252 216 268
3601 2742 2611 2365 2347 1847 1815 1795 1778 1452 1385
5.9 5.7 5.3 5.8 5.1 6.7 4.8 6.2 6.3 6.7 5.2
22 28 21 21 23 18 16 18 5 7 10
Nick FitzGibbon Johnny Augustine Bruce Morris Rob Farquharson Gerrit Stam Justin Dunk Mark Brown “Chuck Sims “John Godry “John Lowe Dave Lane
85 83 68 75 41 40 40 78 40 89 85
Mike O’Shea
TOTAL OFFENSIVE YARDS IN A CAREER Rank Name
Yards
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 12 13
11435 6973 6028 5598 5288 4827 4491 4061 3728 3560 3242 3095 3005 3095 3005
Justin Dunk Jazz Lindsey James Roberts Mike Shoemaker Mike Eykens Randy Walters Rob Kitching Michael Palmer Tyson Beach Chuck Sims Johnny Augustine Bruce Morris Nathan Body Bruce Morris Nathan Body
Breakdown P:9,578;R1,847 P: 6,264; R:709 P: 5940, R: 88 P:5220; R:378 P:5040; R:224 P:4,674; R:133; Rec: 3 P:4408; R:83 Rec:1942; PR:1211; KR:862; R:46 P:3660; R:68 R:1795; Rec:715; PR:111; KR:939 R:2742; Rec:485; PR:15 R:2611; Rec:430; PR:22; KR:32 P:2924; R:81 R:2611; Rec:430; PR:22; KR:32 P:2924; R:81
Nick FitzGibbon
Ryan Nieuwesteeg
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MOST YARDS RECEIVING IN A CAREER
Rank Name REC Yards AVG LG TD 1 Jedd Gardner 153 2520 16.5 91 15 2 Dan Tocher 146 2019 13.8 61 11 3 Jeff Keegan 101 1960 19.4 99 16 4 Michael Palmer 113 1942 17.2 80 21 5 “Dave Irwin 117 1820 15.5 54 13 6 “A’dre Fraser 112 1753 15.6 63 10 Jacob Scarfone 102 1703 16.7 74 16 7 8 “Kevin Reid 103 1689 16.4 82 11 9 Dave McKoy 95 1664 17.5 105 11 10 Dillon Dimitroff 94 1556 16.5 92 7 11 Andy Balson 104 1554 14.9 61 7
MOST YARDS PASSING IN A CAREER Rank Name 1 Justin Dunk Jazz Lindsey 2 3 James Roberts 4 Mike Shoemaker 5 Mike Eykens 6 Randy Walters Rob Kitching 7 8 Tyson Beach 9 Nathan Body 10 Wally Gabler
ATT COMP 1123 616 839 466 702 426 646 394 744 370 615 323 652 361 645 269 336 175 385 176
Yards 9569 6264 5940 5220 5040 4694 4408 3660 2924 2487
TD PCT INT 63 54.8 43 33 20 42 60.7 24 32 61 30 27 49.7 42 41 52.7 39 32 55.4 37 32 41.7 34 19 52.1 12 12 45.7 24
DEFENCE
MOST PRIMARY TACKLES IN A CAREER
Rank Name 1 Mike Hradil 2 John Rush Adam Dunk 3 4 Rob DiGravio 5 Jeff Keene 6 Bryan Maltby 7 Steve McKee Luke Korol 8 9 Sean Spender T10 Jake Reinhart T10 Curtis Newton 12 Mike O’Shea
Total 198 193 165 133 123 121 118 111 105 99 99 88
Rank Name 1 Trevor Small 2 Mark Durigon 3 Matt Hammer 4 John Kelley 4 Sebastian Howard 6 Stan Strecker 6 Bryan Maltby 8 Jeff Volpe 8 Steve McKee 9 “Rob DiGravio“ 9 “Jordan Duncan“
NO 19 15 13 12 12 11 11 10 10 9 9
MOST INTERCEPTIONS IN A CAREER
MOST QB SACKS IN A CAREER
Rank Name 1 Mike O’Shea 2 Bill Vastis 3 Todd Storms 4 Paul Dragojlovich 5 Shawn Hagarty 6 Jordan Thompson 7 Adam Dunk 8 Steve McKee Chris Camboia 9 9 Chris Hladich 10 Grant MacDonald 10 Jeff Finley
Total 19 16 14 12 13 12 11.5 11 10 10 9 9
SPECIAL TEAMS
MOST PUNT RETURN YARDS IN A CAREER Rank Name NO 1 Ryan Nieuwesteeg 128 2 Michael Palmer 139 3 Jedd Gardner 17 Rob DiGravio 104 4 5 Ron Lively 69 6 A’dre Fraser 81 7 John Kelley 60 8 Heron Tait 65 John Lepore 77 9 10 Brad Bunn 54
Yards 1822 1211 989 956 867 854 829 823 713 674
Rank Name 1 Ryan Nieuwesteeg 2 Chuck Sims Ron Lively 3 4 Michael Palmer 5 A’dre Fraser 6 Dave Sproat 7 Brad Bunn 8 Paul Bartley 9 Alex Charette
Yards 954 939 888 862 751 710 695 690 605
AVG Long 14.2 81 8.7 50 58.2 129 9.2 72 12.6 97 10.5 59 13.8 130 12.7 45 9.2 55 12.5 72
MOST KICKOFF RETURN YARDS IN A CAREER NO 38 35 38 45 30 33 46 26 23
AVG Long 25.1 59 27.2 86 23.3 40 19.2 85 25.03 80 21.5 61 15.1 72 26.5 99 26.3 61
MOST PUNTING YARDS IN A CAREER Rank Name 1 Norm Nasser 2 Rob Maver 3 Wayne Laidlaw 4 Mike Telepchuk 5 Daniel Ferraro 6 Wally Gabler 7 Mark Hurst 8 Pete Degouw 9 Gabe Ferraro 10 Clayton Brown 11 Gerry Organ 12 Carl Ljungberg
Yards 12809 11770 9631 9609 9589 8162 7677 6763 6698 4135 3959 3738
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