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Chili Fundraiser was HOT!

November 17, 2019/in Headlines /by Paul Stewart

Now was it CHILI or was it HOT?  Well it was a little of both!

Whiprsnapr Brewing Co. hosted a very-well timed Chili Contest Fundraiser this past Sunday with all funds raised going to our Bell Warriors.  We packed their brewery and tasted away.  Some were savoury.  Some were spicy.  One even tasted like a black forest chocolate cherry chili and it was oddly amazing.  We all sampled some of their many craft-brewed beer (which is top notch) and enjoyed watching the CFL Grey Cup semi-finals on their big screen.  It was perfect!

Big thank you to Ian McMartin of Whiprsnapr Brewing Co. and our very own Keith Stuart (Warriors Mosquito Head Coach) for setting up this great day.  We also took home some funds to help support our young Warriors.  Football is all about having a passion for life and acting with distinction.  Our friends at Whiprsnapr and Keith and his family clearly get that.  THANK YOU!

Oh yes… … CONGRATS to AVERY STUART, a fearless Mosquito Warriors player, who (with a little help from his Grandma) was selected as the Honourable Mention Champion Chili contestant.  This may have to be an annual event (if I have anything to say about this)!

L to R: Paul Stewart (President) and Keith Stuart (Mosquito Head Coach & Fundraiser Organizer)

Avery Stuart (Mosquito Warriors Captain) was named the Hon. Men. Chili Contest Champion.

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Bell Warriors Enter Our 64th Year

February 22, 2019/in Headlines /by Paul Stewart

“2018 marked the 63rd anniversary of our league (NCAFA) and the Bell Warriors Football Club.  The good we do and good we have done is a simple product of setting a proud example of selfless commitment to our community, our club, our players and each other.  We are stronger and better when we work together as a team and whether our youth appreciate the example we set at the time, someday they will.  Those that can do.  Those that can do more volunteer.  Our success as a non-profit community association and football club is a product of years of building on our successes.  We have much to be proud of and it is in situations like this that we have a forum to praise our many caring volunteers; to be grateful for the experience; and proud of our many accomplishments.   2018 was a great year and I am excited to see what we can achieve.”  – summed up Paul Stewart, Bell Warriors President at the Warriors AGM held Feb 21.

Here are some highlights from the President’s report:

  • Banquets and 6th Annual Silent Auctions January 13, 2018
  • Helmet Delivery: January 2018
  • Head Coaches Announced – Jan 15: Brian Patterson (tyke); Pat Kilmartin (Mosquito); Paul Gowans (Pee Wee); Richard Baylin (Bantam)
  • AGM February 27
  • NCAFA Planning Meeting: March 24
  • Warriors Planning Meeting: March 26,  Hosted by Scotty’s Corner Diner (Warriors Gold Sponsor)
  • Mayor’s City of Ottawa Builder Award – Jacob Baylin recipient – March 28
  • REDBLACKS Inaugural Coaches Clinic April 14
  • 4 week Indoor Clinic April 14 – May 5
  • Primo Organizing Day: April 21
  • NCAFA Flag Football : Quinn’s Pointe, April 28, May 12
  • RBC Spirit of the Capital Award Winner – May 8 Warriors Alumni Aaron Masolingi
  • 7th Annual Warriors Day Michelle Heights – May 26
  • Flag Football: 5 weeks, May 26 –  June 23
  • Tryouts started May 22nd : 120 players selected eventually (vs 115 in ’17; vs 134 in ’16)
  • Warrior Wear Catalogue : deadline May 27 and Oct 15
  • 50/50 Tickets Sales Starts: June 21
  • Girl’s Touch Football Championship : June 24
  • NCAFA Spalding Cup U15 and U17: July  14-15
  • 23rd Annual Warriors Golf Tournament : July 28
  • Tyke Jamboree & Mosquito Madness Exhibition Season Openers: August 12
  • New Trainer Table – Grant England donation August 15
  • Season Opener: August 18
  • Inaugural Tyke Multi-Game Jamboree – Sept 3
  • Free Custom Mouth Guards – Sept 7
  • Queens Gaels Player of the Week – Sept 10 Kurtis Schaefer
  • Scholarship Winners announced : September 26 Andrew Fullerton, Daniel Schwartz ($38,00 to date)
  • Canteen – $6,995. Food donated by new Gold Sponsor Scotty’s Corner Diner
  • Poppies and Pink Ribbons on Helmets October and 1st week of November
  • Joint 4-Team Practice: October 24
  • NCAFA Championship Week: Oct 31 – Nov 4.  Tyke B-Cup Semi-Finalists; Mosquito C-Cup Champions; Pee Wee A-Cup Finalists; Bantam A-Cup Finalists
  • Warriors Mosquito Team at the REDBLACKS: November 2
  • Intra-Provincial Pee Wee/Bantam/Midget Championship: November 18
  • Equipment Return: Nov 13 & 15
  • Christine Lavigne receives Warrior Volunteer of the Year Award : November 29
  • 6th Annual Volunteer Appreciation night: November 29
  • NCAFA All Stars Announced – Dec 3
  • NCAFA Midget Award Winners Announced – Dec 3; Jake Papalia (All-Star, NCAFA Rookie and Best D-Player for Norsemen), Kia Padamshi (Norsemen Rookie of the Year – All Star), Josh Streng & Armando Pascual de la Cruz (All Stars)
  • NCAFA Bantam Bursary Winner Announced – Bell Warriors Bantam QB Caleb Faulkner
  • Helmet Reconditioning : Dec 13
  • Christmas Hamper Program: Dec 20
  • Sponsorship Program: $2,580

Elections determined that the 2018 Bell Warriors Executive would be:

  • Paul Stewart, President
  • Paul Gowans, VP of Player & Field Equipment (NEW)
  • Richard Baylin, VP of Facilities (NEW)
  • Christine Lavigne, VP of Administration (NEW)
  • Dan Crabtree, VP of Finance

Please join us in welcoming our three new club Executive Members Paul Gowans, Richard Baylin and Christine Lavigne.  One last note, we would like to thank BARB DODGE.  Barb Dodge decided to step down as VP of Administration but will retain her role as our Club Registrar.   Thanks for all you have done and continue to do for the Warriors Barb!

Barb Dodge being recognized at our ’18 Team Banquets (LtoR: Paul Stewart, President; Barb Dodge Past VP of Admin & Club Registrar; Kelly White, Volunteer; Jen Daniels, Volunteer; and Christigne Lavigne NEW VP of Admin)

We’d also like to thank our long-time Warriors Coach, VP of Operations and friend TIM SHEAHAN who is stepping away from the Warriors after 10+ years of volunteering for our Club.  Tim had two boys go through our program (Kyle and Brendan) and remained to give back to the Warriors long after both boys had graduated from our program.  When it came to passion for our sport and our club, Tim was second to none.   His contributions to our club led to his being honoured with the 2015 United Way Community Builder Award.   We all owe Coach Tim a debt of gratitude for all he gave to our proud club.   THANK YOU TIM!

2015 United Way Community Builder Awards Ceremony at the Hall of Inspiration in Jean Pigott Hall at Ottawa City Hall.

Director positions are listed on our Contact page and supporters are encouraged to contact the Warriors at info@bellwarriors.ca if they are interested in applying to fill any vacant positions.

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6th Annual Warriors Day a Hit

May 14, 2017/in Headlines, Uncategorized /by Paul Stewart

The Warriors didn’t let a little rain dampen their enthusiasm  this past Saturday.  The event was moved to a new location this year which was the partial result of the wildly wet spring and restricted field access.  This year’s Punt-Pass-Kick Competition and Registration Day was held at Bayshore Park in the outdoor Sens rink.  The last minute switch worked out perfectly and when all was said and done, everyone left having had a tonne of fun.
 
Dan Crabtree, VP of Finance for the Warriors, said of the event, “we have to work hard to get word out about our programs.  This event has always been a great launch of our registration season so we were glad to find a new location that would allow us to host Warriors Day again this year.  It was a great day.”

Bay Ward Councillor Mark Taylor came out to show his support. L to R: Dan Crabree (VP); Paul Stewart (President); Paul Gowans (Pee Wee Coach); Mark Taylor (City of Ottawa Councillor)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tyke Winners: 1st Overall – Louis Turpin (two footballs in the middle); 2nd Overall Avert Stuart (kneeling); 3rd Overall Kingston Pappas (far right) with Paul Stewart (President ) and Phil Laviigne (Pee Wee Coach)

Mosquitto Winners:
Paul Stewart (President with L to R: Mohammed Zayed (3rd Overall); Tyler Gordon (2nd Overall); and Mason Jude (1st Overall)

Pee Wee winners: L to R: Owen Lavigne (3rd Overall); Jonathan Humby (1st Overall); Daniel Buckley (3rd Punt); (Paul Stewart (President); Avery Osborne (2nd Overall)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks to everyone that came out.  BBQ was great and the free Warriors event saw lots of new faces which were getting exposed to our great sport.  Next up – Girl’s Spring Touch Football, the return of our Spring Flag Football after a 10 year hiatus and of course our Spring Tackle Football tryouts.  Never a dull moment with our Warriors!

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2016 Volunteer of the Year Announced

December 2, 2016/in Headlines /by Paul Stewart

At the recent Volunteer Appreciation Night, the Warriors announced that Bantam parent Kelly Broad is the recipient of the Frank Napolitano Volunteer of the Year Award for 2016!  President Paul Stewart made the presentation noting that, “so many of the volunteers that were on hand that night could well be worthy recipients.  With this award we’ve tried to highlight volunteers that have taken on unique roles with the club and who’ve left a legacy with their selfless commitment to our players and club.  Although this year’s recipient may not be as recognized by everyone in the club, we wanted our Warriors to realize what a true inspiration Kelly Broad was.”
 
Kelly did not have an official role with the club but this did not stop her in any way from seeing work to be done and stepping in whenever possible.  Whether it was from supplying tents for our sidelines, warm and/or dry clothing for our boys or pre-game meals for our players, Kelly was on it.  When she heard players couldn’t afford cleats, she bought new pairs.  When she heard players needed drives to and from games, Kelly was on it and when she learned of the financial challenges that many of our young players faced, she chose to be part of the solution.  She approached the club early in the season with wishes to start a bursary to financially support players in need to honour the 5th anniversary of the loss of her husband Dion.  “With Kelly, it is about being selfless and being motivated to make a difference with her actions.  Seeing her caring and commitment for our players and club was nothing short of amazing this year.  We are very proud of the example of good will Kelly gave our players this year and couldn’t be happier with this year’s selection for Volunteer of the Year Kelly Broad.” ~ Paul Stewart, Bell Warriors President
 

2016 Volunteer of the Year Kelly Broad accepts her award from Warriors President Paul Stewart

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Warrior Day Another Fun Day of Football

May 16, 2016/in Headlines /by Paul Stewart

The 5th Annual Warrior Day has come and gone and as with previous events, everyone left having had a great time. The annual FREE event returned to the Richmond Fair Grounds this year.  Thankfully the weatherman cooperated and we made it through the entire event with only a few drops of rain.  “Warrior Day is a fun event that we host annually for free.  It’s a chance for young players to get introduced to our great sport and for those that already play, there is some quality training to reinforce good football fundamentals.  This year’s event finished with a fun mini-tournament of touch football that was a definite hit. ” stated Tim Sheahan VP of the Warriors.

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100% Volunteer based, we rely on selfless support from our volunteers like: (from L to R): Karin Statham, Carmen Schwartz, Veronica Papalia, Diane Forsyth and Amanda O’Brien

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Coach Tim Sheahan oversees a RB drill. 1st year Pee Wee QB Dylan Stengel is taking the snaps.

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Bantam LB Coach Pat Kilmartin is doing what he does best…..mentoring young football players. Coaches like Coach Pat understand the value in teaching our youth how to learn to do by doing. Atta boy Pat!

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Bantam DC Joe Papalia get ready to engage Bantam LB Coach Pat Kilmartin. Bantam standout Andrew Fullerton is always 1st in line…..even at Warrior Day. Gotta love players that understand the importance of leading by example.

Some of our group learning the importance of 'TEAM' at our 5th Annual Warrior Day.

Some of our group learning the importance of ‘TEAM’ at our 5th Annual Warrior Day. Bantam Head Coach & Warrior President Paul Stewart addresses some of the attendees. There is so much more to the sport of football than X’s and O’s and winning and losing. The lessons learned playing football will serve our many Warrior players off the field as well long after their playing days are over.

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One of our Ultimate Warrior fans Ann Sheahan greets Warrior alumni Quinn Stewart who came out to Warrior Day to volunteer his time to our young players. Our motto is “Warriors4Life” and Quinn is one Warrior alumni that takes it to heart. THANKS QUINN!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thanks to all that came out to enjoy a great day of fun and football.  See you again next year at the 6th Annual Warrior Day!

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… & the Winner is – THE WARRIORS!

January 12, 2016/in Headlines /by Paul Stewart

The Bell Warriors Football Club has reached out to Warriors families, supporters and local businesses and the response was better than could have been expected Saturday (January 9/16) at their Team Banquets. Two Club banquets were held. One for the two youngest teams (Tyke ages 8-10 and Mosquito ages 11-12) and one for the Warriors two oldest teams (Pee Wee ages 13-14 and Bantam ages 15-16). In addition to the big day of banquets, the Warriors hosted their 4th Annual Silent Auctions, one with each banquet. In all, the Warriors Club raised over $5,000 which will go directly back towards purchasing new football equipment for our players and ensuring their sport is affordable for all.

Our first of two Silent Auctions of the day.

Our first of two Silent Auctions of the day.

“Football has never been bigger in Ottawa.  This increased awareness of our great sport has led to a paralleled increase of support of our Warriors football programs.  One of our primary goals as a club is to focus on player safety by upgrading our equipment and re-certifying our existing equipment annually.  Unlike other sports, keeping our sport as affordable as possible is essential.  What we offer our young players is far too important to have financial barriers limit enrolment. It’s a constant challenge to balance.  We introduced Silent Auctions to our banquets three years ago and with this year’s proceeds, we have raised approximately $20,000.  To put that into perspective, this could cover the purchase cost of over 60 new helmets or registration fees for over 60 player.” says Paul Stewart, Bell Warriors President and Bantam Head Coach.
 
Stewart continues, “We rely heavily on community support to offer our football programs.  Most people do not realize that less than 50% of our proceeds come as a result of player fees.  So much of our Warrior volunteers’ time is dedicated to hosting winter conditioning sessions; fielding our tackle football teams and girl’s spring touch football teams.  Over the last few years, more sponsors have recognized our financial challenges and have stepped up with financial and in-kind support.  We truly thank our 2015 Bell Warrior sponsors: 
 
 Gold Sponsors:  Scotiabank; Primo Self Storage; Ontario Iron Works;  The Glen Scottish Pub & Restaurant; Ottawa Valley Kitchens

Silver Sponsors: Yasmin Fues; RCMP Officer’s Mess; King’s Independent Grocer

Bronze Sponsors:  Jill Dulmage; Battle River Bison Co.; Bradley’s Commercial Insurance; Don Cherry’s Sports Grill; Danby’s Bar & Grill; BMO Global Asset Management; Rona; Stittsville News

Friend of the Warriors Sponsors:  Mike Polito; Janet & Mike Keenan; Susan & Rick Rab; Grant & Cathy England; David Rheaume; 1951 West Kitchen & Bar
 
“The Warriors volunteer over 5,000 hours a year because we are committed to instill the importance learning the value of hard work, respect, responsibility, commitment, sportsmanship and leadership in our local youth.  Our motto, ‘Warriors For Life’, represents our dedication to be there for our youth on and off the field and long after their playing days are done.”
 
Special Guest Speaker at this year’s Warriors Banquets was Justin Phillips of the Ottawa REDBLACKS.  Mr Phillips went to Laurier University where he won the Vanier Cup.  He went on to play for 7 years for the Calgary Stampeders where he won a Grey Cup before becoming the Ottawa REDBLACKS’ first free agent signing.  In his ninth year in the CFL this year, Justin started his playing career with the Bell Warriors Football Club.  In 2013, he became the Bell Warriors inaugural inductee into the Bell Warriors Hall of Fame.

Vanier Cup Champion, Grey Cup Champion, Bell Warriors Inaugural Hall of Fame Inductee Justin Phillips of the Ottawa REDBLACKS

Vanier Cup Champion, Grey Cup Champion, Bell Warriors Inaugural Hall of Fame Inductee Justin Phillips of the Ottawa REDBLACKS

The 2015 Bell Warriors tackle program Individual award winners were:
 
Tyke:  Bottom Row L to R:  Most Improved Player – Bryce Adam (Stittsville); Most Valuable Player – Owen Lavigne (Nepean); Coaches Choice – Jack Mackay (Nepean); Rookie of the Year – Donavyn Gonzalez-Lee (Nepean); Back Row L to R: Best O-Line – Daniel Houston (Nepean);  Outstanding Offensive Player – Julien Beaulieu (Perth); Outstanding Defensive Player – Ryan Morissette (Richmond); Most Versatile – Daniel Olubajo (Nepean); Best D-Line – Joshua Olubajo (Stittsville).

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Mosquito:  Most Valuable Player – Dylan Stengel (Bayshore); Coaches Choice – Ethan Morissette (Richmond); Outstanding Offensive Player – Liam Baglole (Ottawa); Outstanding Defensive Player – Curtis Brohman (Bayshore); Rookie of the Year – Avery Osborne (Stittsville) and Zachary Baylin (Crystal Beach); Most Versatile – Trevor Christie (Richmond); Most Improved Player – Jackson Welsh (Nepean); Outstanding Offensive Back – Andrew Howatt (Ashton); Outstanding Defensive Back – Chris Edouard-Williams (Bayshore); Best O-Line – Dylan Krout (Ottawa); Best D-Line – Liam Ryan (Carleton Place)

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Pee Wee: Front Row L to R:  Most Valuable Player – Ben Williams (Bayshore); Middle Row L to R:  Best D-Line – Lucas Quattrocchi (Stittsville); Coaches Award – Jérémy Paré (Stittsville); Outstanding Defensive Back – Kyle Crabtree (Stittsville); Warrior Award – Nicholas Walter (Stittsville); Most Improved – Nolan Harris (Ashton);  Back Row L to R:  Outstanding Offensive Player – John Lubemba (Bayshore); Best Linebacker  – Michael Byrne (CarletonPlace); Best O-Line– Andrew Bagg (Perth); Outstanding Defensive Player – Ethan Ryan (Carleton Place); Rookie of the Year – Daniel Briere (Nepean); Outstanding Offensive Back – Jake Papalia (Bells Corners); Most Versatile – Jack Buckley (Stittsville).

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Bantam: Front Row L to R:  Outstanding Defensive Player – Malik Yusuf (Stittsville); Most Valuable Player and Leadership Award – Tyler Brohman (Bayshore); Most Improved – Aron Masalingi (Bayshore); Back Row L to R:  Rookie of the Year – Nick Simms (Carleton Place); Outstanding Offensive Player – James Keenan (Stittsville); Most Versatile – Andrew Fullerton (Stittsville); Coaches Choice – Sam Roberts (Nepean); Best Defensive Back – Nicolas Miller-Armstrong (North Gower); Best O-Line – Waylon Allan (Perth); Missing from photo:  Best D-Line – Keenan Broad (Kemptville)

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Tyler Brohman (Bantam MVP, Bantam Leadership Award winner) and Sam Roberts (Bantam Coaches' Choice Award winner)

Tyler Brohman (Bantam MVP, Bantam Leadership Award winner) and Sam Roberts (Bantam Coaches’ Choice Award winner)

L to R: Joe Papalia (Bantam DC); Malik Yusuf (Bantam Most Outstanding Defensive Player); Jesse Card (Bantam DB Coach)

L to R: Joe Papalia (Bantam DC); Malik Yusuf (Bantam Most Outstanding Defensive Player); Jesse Card (Bantam DB Coach)

L to R: Tim Sheahan (Bantam OC); James Keenan (Bantam Most Outstanding Offensive Player); Paul Stewart (Bell Warriors President, Bantam Head Coach)

L to R: Tim Sheahan (Bantam OC); James Keenan (Bantam Most Outstanding Offensive Player); Paul Stewart (Bell Warriors President, Bantam Head Coach)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Bell Warriors Football Club would like to thank all of the donators to the 2015 Bell Warriors Silent Auction:

1951 West Kitchen & Bar, Bells Corners
Battle River Bison Company, Cheryl and Richard Allan, Perth
Benson Auto Parts, Doug Veltkamp, Bells Corners
Brown’s Independent Grocer, Stittsville
CAA North & East
Canadian Tire, Bells Corners
Chris Hyndman, Warrior Alumni
Complete Hockey Development Centre, Stittsville
Danby’s Bar & Grill, Munster/Richmond
Darlene Miller, North Gower
David Rheaume, Toronto
Deputy Jill Skinner,  Ottawa
Ettore Lattanzio (Ottawa REDBLACK D-Lineman)
Geoff & Diane Forsyth, Bells Corners
George Stengel, Bayshore
HESN Athletics, Jesse Card
Hosie &  Brown Auto Electric Ltd, Nepean
Jerome – Photographer, Ottawa
Keenan Sports Photography, Wanda Keenan, Stittsville
King’s Independent Grocer, Richmond
Kyle Norris, CFLer and Warrior Alumni
Mr Lube, Bells Corners
Ottawa REDBLACKS
Ottawa Valley Kitchens (Blair Howatt & Lucy Dasilva)
Primo Self Storage, Nepean
Riddell Sports, Andy McArdle
RONA, Stittsville
Rudy’s Barber Style, Kim Roscoe
Rukia Kyriazis
S & S Auto Centre, Richmond
Sit and Stay, Stittsville
Starbucks, Bells Corners
The Brew Table, Bells Corners
The Butchery, Bells Corners
The Keenan Family, Stittsville
The Sheahan Family
The Stewart Family
TMSI
Whiprsnapr Brewing Co., Bells Corners
Yasmin Fues, Grenville Guardian Real Estate Brokerage
Zolas, Bells Corners
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Inaugural HOMECOMING DAY a Big Hit

October 6, 2015/in Headlines /by Paul Stewart

The Bell Warriors Football Club are celebrating our Diamond Anniversary this year and used the occasion to introduce our inaugural Homecoming Day.  “60 Years of giving back to our community by mentoring our youth is quite an accomplishment“, observed Warriors President Paul Stewart.

All four Warriors tackle teams competed against the Rideau Redblacks (of Brockville) on the new turf field at the University of Ottawa Lees Campus Sunday, October 4th.  It gave a chance for Warrior friends and families to celebrate this great milestone and what better way to do that than by cheering on our young Warrior teams.  As part of the special day, the Warriors raffled off a pair of Sens tickets at each game.  These had been very generously donated by former Warrior player and coach Chris Hyndman.  Collections were taken throughout the day in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month with close to $200 being raised for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.

#ThinkPink in support of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

#ThinkPink in support of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

All of our Warriors will be showing their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink ribbons on their helmets this October. #ThinkPink

All of our Warriors will be showing their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink ribbons on their helmets this October. #ThinkPink

At half time of the 3rd game, the Pee Wee game, a special presentation was made by City of Ottawa College Ward Councillor Rick Chiarelli of a signed Ottawa REDBLACKS Justin Phillips jersey.  The jersey was given with the intent that it would be used to help raise badly-needed funds for the Warriors football program.  Justin Phillips is a Warrior Alumni himself which gives added significance to the presentation of his signed jersey.  Mayor Jim Watson sent his best regards stating, “I want to convey my best wishes to the Bell Warriors Football Club for a successful diamond anniversary year.” (Mayor Jim Watson’s entire message)

Pictured L to R: Jim Wagdin (Warriors Past-President); Paul Stewart (President); Rick Chiarelli (City of Ottawa College Ward Councillor) presenting signed Ottawa REDBLACKS jersey from Warrior alumni and REDBLACKS player Justin Phillips.

Pictured L to R: Jim Wagdin (Warriors Past-President); Paul Stewart (President); Rick Chiarelli (City of Ottawa College Ward Councillor) presenting signed Ottawa REDBLACKS jersey from Warrior alumni and REDBLACKS player Justin Phillips.

Warrior Alumni and current CFL pro Justin Phillips of the Ottawa REDBLACKS signed jersey which was donated to the Warriors. Thanks @JPhil44!

Warrior Alumni and current CFL pro Justin Phillips of the Ottawa REDBLACKS signed jersey which was donated to the Warriors. Thanks @JPhil44!

The Ottawa REDBLACKS Cheer Team and of course the REDBLACKS mascot Big Joe were a big part of the day-long celebration.

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Ottawa REDBLACKS mascot ‘Big Joe’ shows that he loves the Warriors (with future Warrior Avery Stuart)

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You better believe it. Ottawa REDBLACKS mascot ‘BIG JOE’ is a big Warrior supporter.

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Long-time Warrior supporter Dan Dulmage with his son Tom (Pee Wee player) getting ready to sell raffle tickets for two Sens tickets which were donated by Warrior alumni Chris Hyndman.

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Plinko was a big hit and having the Ottawa REDBLACKS Cheer Team helping out didn’t hurt.

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Even Ottawa REDBLACKS mascot BIG JOE got into our Plinko game. We think he won a canteen treat.

Our tykes competed in a nail-biter which ended up with a 6-0 loss.  Our Mosquitos came out with an impressive 24-6 win.  Our Pee Wees continued their undefeated season with a very convincing 64-0 win.  This clinched the NCAFA Western Conference Championship for the 2nd straight year and 5th time in the past 6 years!  Our Bantams fought a tough battle and were leading 10-8 at the half against a massive Rideau team.  A blocked field goal that led to a Rideau touchdown proved to be the difference in a disappointing 22-10 Warriors Bantam loss.  Wins and losses aside, it was a fantastic fall day of competition, sportsmanship and team work.

What a fantastic facility and big thanks to Stephane Tessier for being our M.C. and DJ today.

What a fantastic facility and big thanks to Stephane Tessier for being our M.C. and DJ today.

Our tremendous canteen team who put in a 10 hour day! THANK YOU GANG!

Our tremendous canteen team who put in a 10 hour day! THANK YOU GANG!

Our canteen team is second to none. Providing great food, raising money and giving everyone at our games a pleasant impression of what the Warriors are all about. THANKS GANG!!!

Our canteen team is second to none. Providing great food, raising money and giving everyone at our games a pleasant impression of what the Warriors are all about. THANKS GANG!!!

Pictured L to R: Jim Wagdin (Warriors Past-President; REDBLACKS Big Joe; Stefano Napolitano (alumni) and his father Frank Napolitano showing their support for the Warriors Inaugural Homecoming Day!

Pictured L to R: Jim Wagdin (Warriors Past-President); Ottawa REDBLACKS Mascot ‘Big Joe’; Stefano Napolitano (alumni and past Jim Wagdin Scholarship winner) and his father Frank Napolitano showing their support for the Warriors Inaugural Homecoming Day!

Coach Brian regrouping his tykes as he has for years. THANK BRIAN!

Coach Brian regrouping his tykes. THANK BRIAN!

Bantam Sam Roberts doing his thing!

Bantam Sam Roberts doing his thing!

Mosquito Andrew Howatt is all heart on every run.

Mosquito Andrew Howatt is all heart on every run.

Pee Wee Jake Papalia competing every moment.

Pee Wee Jake Papalia competing every moment.

L to R: Paul Stewart (President); Mike Polito (VP); Jim Wagdin 24 year volunteer and Past-President taking in the festivities at the Warriors Inaugural Homecoming Day.

L to R: Paul Stewart (President); Mike Polito (VP); Jim Wagdin 24 year volunteer and Past-President taking in the festivities at the Warriors Inaugural Homecoming Day.

Warrior alumni Tyler Scott receives his Bell Warriors Jim Wagdin Post-Secondary Scholarship at the Inaugural Warriors Homecoming Day from Warrior President Paul Stewart

Warrior alumni Tyler Scott receives his Bell Warriors Jim Wagdin Post-Secondary Scholarship at the Inaugural Warriors Homecoming Day from Warrior President Paul Stewart

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