64 Years & We Keep Getting Better!

“2018 marked the 64th anniversary of our league (NCAFA) and the Bell Warriors Football Club. It is unimaginable to consider how many people and hours have been generous given to our community to mentor our young youth over those many years. We have so much to be proud of, grateful for, and I want to take this opportunity to thank all of this year’s volunteers for all they did to make the ’18 season a resounding success”, summed up Paul Stewart, Bell Warriors President at the Warriors AGM held Feb 20.

Here are some highlights from the President’s report:

Banquets and 7^th Annual Silent Auctions January 12, 2019
Helmet Reconditioning Return: February 2019 (new & BELL and WARRIORS stickers were bought for the first time to put on all of our helmets)
Head Coaches Announced – Brian Patterson (tyke); Pat Kilmartin (Mosquito); Geoff Forsyth (Pee Wee); Richard Baylin (Bantam)
Warriors AGM: February 21
NCAFA Planning Meeting: March 2, Gatineau, PQ
REDBLACKS Coaches Clinic: March 4
’19 Warriors Planning Meeting: March 27, Scotty’s Corner Diner
New Website meeting – March 28 Current site was not able to take purchases or payments anymore.
2-week Indoor Football Clinic: April 13 – April 27, Ben Franklin Dome
Primo Equipment Inventory & Organizing Day: April 13
NCAFA Flag Football : Quinn’s Pointe, April 20 – May 4 (free), May 11 – June 22
Team Ontario: Trey O’Brien named to Team ONT team
Managers Meeting – May 13
Tryouts: started May 21^st : 113 players selected eventually (vs 120 in ’18, 115 in ’17; 134 in ’16)
Warrior Wear Catalogue/website: launch May 31, 2 different clothing orders during summer & fall
50/50 Tickets Sales Starts: June 1
New Warriors website is launched: June 3 The new site uses a responsive template that can be viewed on any platform
Safari Plumbing Donation of $1,000: June 12 This was the results of an online pole for the Non-Profit of Choice in our Community
Girl’s Touch Football Championship: June 23 Record numbers of girls played for the Warriors this year
NCAFA SET U15 and U17 program: July 13-14
24^th Annual Warriors Golf Tournament: July 20 Amberwood Golf Course, Stittsville
New Mosquito Jerseys: Aug 8 The new jerseys were sublimated and double-sided – sponsored by Scotty’s Corner Diner, Bells Corners
Tyke Jamboree & Mosquito Madness Exhibition Season Openers: August 10
NCAFA Season Opener: August 11 (Bantam vs Chateauguay Raiders)
Warriors at the REDBLACKS: Aug 17 (REDBLACKS vs Ti-Cats game) Players were on the field to watch the warm-up, were in the tunnel when the players were announced, and ran on the REDBLACKS flag in front of the REDBLACKS team
Laurier Golden Hawks Player of the Week: Sept 5 Brad Cowan (Warriors Alumni)
Queens Gaels Player of the Week: Sept 26 James Keenan (Warriors Alumni)
5 Warriors played USports Football in same week: Sept – Malik Yusef (Carleton), James Keenan (Queens), Kurtis Schaefer (Queens), Brad Cowan (Laurier), Quinn Stewart (St FX)
Bell Warriors Scholarship Winners announced: Oct 21 Jake Papalia, James Keenan ($40,00 given to date)
Canteen: $5,587 profit. All food donated by new Gold Sponsor Scotty’s Corner Diner, Bells Corners
Poppies and Pink Ribbons on Helmets: October and 1^st week of November
Annual Joint 4-Team Practice at Bell H.S.: October 24
NCAFA Championship Week: Oct 28 – Nov 4. Tyke C-Cup Finalists; Mosquito A-Cup 6v6 Champions; Pee Wee C-Cup Finalists; Bantam B-Cup Semi-Finalists
Intra-Provincial Pee Wee/Bantam/Midget Championship: November 17
Equipment Return: Nov 5 & 6
Troy & Allison MacLeod receive Warrior Volunteers of the Year Award: November 14
Warriors Recognize Scotty’s Corner Diner (Gold Sponsor): Nov 14
7th Annual Volunteer Appreciation night: November 14 hosted by Gold Sponsor The ALE Amberwood Lounge & Eatery
Chilli Cookoff : Nov 17 hosted by WhiprSnapr Brewery, Bells Corners
NCAFA Bursary Winners: November 30 Zach Baylin (Bantam), Ethan Ryan (Midget) both Warriors Alumni
NCAFA All Stars Announced: Dec 10
Trivia Night: Dec 7 Inaugural Trivia Night was held at our Gold Sponsor – The Glen Scottish & Irish Pub and Eatery, Stittsville
Warriors Players International Championship: Dec 12
Christmas Hamper Program: Dec 19
Sponsorship Program: $5,483 ($2,580 (‘18), $4,045 (‘17), $5,250 (’16), $5,893 (’15), $5,000 (’14), $8,620 (’13) = $36,871 since ’13 (7 year total)
Team Banquets & 8^th Annual Silent Auction: Jan 18-19, 2020 Raised >$7,200 at Silent Auction (new record)

Elections determined that the 2020 Bell Warriors Executive would be:

Paul Stewart, President
Richard Baylin, VP of Operations
Kelly White, VP of Administration (NEW)
Dan Crabtree, VP of Finance
Paul Gowans, VP of Equipment

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.

2019 AGM was held at out GOLD SPONSOR The ALE – Amberwood Lounge & Eatery, Stittsville. LtoR: Paul Stewart (President), Sarah Courtney (The ALE), Dan Crabtree (VP of Finance)

New VP of Admin Kelly White and Jennifer Daniel who has joined our Registrar Team

February 20, 2020/by Paul Stewart

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2017 WARRIORS AGM DATE SET

This year’s AGM will be held Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m. at the Amberwood Village Golf and Country Club (54 Springbrook Drive, Stittsville). The AGM is welcome to all members of the Bell Warriors Football Club. There will be Director and Executive reports, a financial year-end presentation and elections of officers for the 2018 season. Afterwards the Warriors will be holding a planning session to map out events, roles and goals for the upcoming season.

There will be a vote on a constitutional amendment that was brought forward at last year’s meeting. The motion to be voted on would change the constitution from:

The positions of the Executive shall be made open to the members for election at the Club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). The term of office for the elected members of the Executive Committee shall commence following the AGM and continue until the next AGM.

to :

Each year at the Club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), positions of the Executive shall be made open to the members for election on a schedule. The two year term of office for the elected members of the Executive Committee shall commence following their election and continue until the AGM two years hence. The election for President will be held at the AGM following seasons which are held in even number years. The election for VP Finance and VP Operations will be held at the AGM following seasons which are held in odd number years. New Executive positions which are created as outlined in Article VI Section A -X, will have elections as follows: 4^th Executive Member election will be held following seasons which are held in even number years. 5^th Executive Member will be held following seasons which are held in odd number years. A similar alternating election year pattern would apply if further Executive Members were deemed necessary to ensure continuity of experience at the Board level every year.

Those interested in showing a greater level of support and involvement in the Club are invited to contact president@bellwarriors. It takes many hands to host our football programs and we rely heavily on the dedication and expertise of our valued volunteers. See you there!

January 18, 2018/by Paul Stewart

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2016 Warriors AGM Date Set

This year’s AGM will be at the Richmond Arena on the 1st level in the Senior’s Room. Welcome to all members of the Bell Warriors Football Club. There will be Director and Executive reports, a financial year-end presentation and elections of officers for the 2017 season. Afterwards, the Warriors will be holding a planning session to map out events, roles and goals for the upcoming Warrior season.

Those interested in showing a greater level of support and involvement in the Club are invited to contact president@bellwarriors. It takes many hands to host our football programs and we rely heavily on the dedication and expertise of our valued volunteers. See you there!

January 21, 2017/by Paul Stewart

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Our 60th Anniversary proved to be a Successful Year

“2015 marked the 60th anniversary of our league (NCAFA) and the Bell Warriors Football Club. We have much to celebrate and certainly have a great deal to be proud of. On the field we had many successes but more importantly, we had successes in every drill, at every practice and we hope in every one of our players’ lives. Football instills values and for most, reinforces commitment, dedication, sportsmanship, reliability and respect. Players need to develop pride and learn what it means to become a leader. In 2015 we saw this time and again. I want to also draw attention to our growing allegiance of volunteers who gave selflessly to grow our club, grow our sport and add to the Warrior experience for our families. Overall, it was a successful season on and off the field and I dare say we did the Warriors proud in this celebratory year“, summed up Paul Stewart, Bell Warriors President at the Warriors AGM held Feb 22.

Here are some highlights from the President’s report:

Team banquets in conjunction with the 3^rd Annual Silent Auctions (raised ~$5,000)
Warriors launch new enhanced Website
AGM
Introduced our Friend of the Warriors Sponsor level
6 week Indoor Clinic March 21 – April 25 which included Guest Coaches from the Carleton Ravens
VP Tim Sheahan presented the 2015 United Way Community Builder Award
NCAFA launched 60^th Anniversary radio campaign
NCAFA TV launches ‘Best Memories of your days in NCAFA’. The 1^st memory was by Stefano Napolitano, Warrior alumni (currently with the Carleton Ravens)
4^th Annual Warrior Day Football Clinic and Registration Day at the Ben Franklin Dome
Upgraded our equipment by expanding our number of Youth Speed helmets and specialized shoulder pads
Trainer kits assessed and replenished for each level including Girl’s Touch program for the first time ever
Tryouts started May 19^th : 129 players selected eventually (compared to 126 in ’14, 130 in ’13)
NCAFA Girl’s Touch Football Tournament where Warriors volunteered to run skill drills and man the BBQ
1st ever Bell Warriors Insider newsletter was made for parents as a Club introduction and update of key dates, events and a call to action for volunteers and sponsors
Car Wash and BBQ Fundraiser was hosted by the Warriors at OK Tire in Bells Corners
Girl’s Touch Football Championship : June 21 Mosquito 5^th, Pee Wee 2^nd and 7^th, Bantam 1^st and 3^rd, and Midget 1st
‘Lend a Hand’ Sponsorship Program was introduced
NCAFA DAY 60^th Anniversary City of Ottawa Recognition Ceremony at Ottawa City Hall
Warriors at the REDBLACKS (half time show)
20^th Annual Warriors Golf Tournament where we introduced hole sponsors for the 1st time
Mosquito Madness / Friday Night Tykes – a showcase to the city of NCAFA football
Game Pants are Stolen and Found – You have to read about it to believe it!
4-Game Home Stand – Introduced “One-Day-Only” promo item order and Inventory Clearance Sale which was a huge success
Ottawa REDBLACKS’ Zach Evans and Ettore Lattanzio guest coach at the Warriors Bantam/Tyke practice
Warriors presents 2 x $1,000 Post-Secondary Scholarships to Warriors alumni Tyler Scott and Sean Stoqua ($32,000 in scholarships has been given to date)
Warrior Wear Catalogue was presented to foster our Warrior Pride
Warriors producedd a video (with NCAFA Films) to enter the REDBLACKS Carstar Promotion for a chance to win a van for the Warriors
Inaugural Homecoming Day saw all 4 teams compete at Ottawa U. A great day was had by all.
Championship Week – Oct 29 Pee Wee make it to the A-Cup final for 6^th straight year, Bantams to B-Cup final (with only 7 veteran players), Midget win A-Cup with 14 Warrior alumni players and 2 coaches.
All Star Games saw players from Pee Wee, Bantam and Midget compete in the annual NCAFA showcase
All of our helmets were sent off for Helmet Reconditioning a week later
3rd Annual Volunteer Appreciation night was again held at our Gold Sponsor The Glen in Stittsville
NCAFA Past-President, Warrior long-time coach and VP Wayne Chorney was this year’s inductee into Warriors Hall of Fame
Brian Patterson received the Warrior Volunteer of the Year Award
President Paul Stewart was named NCAFA Volunteer of the Year (the third straight year for a Warrior to receive the honour!)
Our Sponsorship Program raised close to $6,000 for our program
We finished the year with our Warriors volunteering for the Christmas Hamper Program for the Centretown United Church

Elections determined that the 2016 Bell Warriors Executive would be:

Paul Stewart, President
Tim Sheahan, VP of Operations
Carmen Schwartz, VP of Administration
Dan Crabtree, VP of Finance

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.

February 23, 2016/by Paul Stewart

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NEW DATE & Location for 2015 Warriors AGM

PLEASE NOTE NEW DATE AND LOCATION!!!

All members of the Bell Warriors Football Club are invited to join us at our 2015 Bell Warriors AGM. There will be Director and Executive reports, a financial year-end presentation and elections of officers for the 2016 season.

CONSTITUTIONAL NOTICE: In 2015, the Warriors negotiated a realignment in our territory with our neighbouring club the Kanata Knights. This realignment has been ratified at the league level and will require an ammendment of our Warriors Constitution at our AGM.

Previous wording: “South on Huntmar Drive to Maple Grove Road; East on Maple Grove Road to Terry Fox Drive; South on Terry Fox Drive to Fernbank Road; East on Fernbank Road until Eagleson Road; South on Eagleson Road to Hope Side Road; East on Hope Side Road to Richmond Road”

Proposed wording: “South on Huntmar Drive to Hazeldean Road; East on Hazeldean Road to Terry Fox Drive; South on Terry Fox Drive to Eagleson Road; Continue East on Hope Side Road to Old Richmond Road; North on Old Richmond Road“

AGM 2015b

After the AGM, the Warriors will be holding a planning session to map out events, roles and goals for the upcoming Warrior season.

Those interested in showing a greater level of support and involvement in the Club are invited to contact president@bellwarriors.ca. It takes many hands to host our football programs and we rely heavily on the dedication and expertise of our valued volunteers. See you there!

February 16, 2016/by Paul Stewart

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2015 Warriors AGM Date is Set

All members of the Bell Warriors Football Club are invited to join us at our 2015 Bell Warriors AGM. There will be Director and Executive reports, a financial year-end presentation and elections of officers for the 2016 season.

CONSTITUTIONAL NOTICE: In 2015, the Warriors negotiated a realignment in our territory with our neighbouring club the Kanata Knights. This realignment has been ratified at the league level and will require an ammendment of our Warriors Constitution at our AGM.

Previous wording: “South on Huntmar Drive to Maple Grove Road; East on Maple Grove Road to Terry Fox Drive; South on Terry Fox Drive to Fernbank Road; East on Fernbank Road until Eagleson Road; South on Eagleson Road to Hope Side Road; East on Hope Side Road to Richmond Road”

Proposed wording: “South on Huntmar Drive to Hazeldean Road; East on Hazeldean Road to Terry Fox Drive; South on Terry Fox Drive to Eagleson Road; Continue East on Hope Side Road to Old Richmond Road; North on Old Richmond Road“

AGM 2015

After the AGM, the Warriors will be holding a planning session to map out events, roles and goals for the upcoming Warrior season.

Those interested in showing a greater level of support and involvement in the Club are invited to contact president@bellwarriors.ca. It takes many hands to host our football programs and we rely heavily on the dedication and expertise of our valued volunteers. See you there!

January 23, 2016/by Paul Stewart

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