Tag: Football

Phenomenal speakers highlight Sports Celebrity Gala
By Pamela Mytroen/ Freelance Writer Lanny McDonald and Chris Walby highlighted the evening as guest speakers. ASSINIBOIA – “Over $75,000 was brought in at our Sport Celebrity Auction,” said Curtis Nelson, president of the Civic Improvement Association. “Auctioneer Don Bushell did a tremendous job.” These funds will go towards completing […]

Henry “Gizmo” Williams
When the personable Henry “Gizmo” Williams is your keynote speaker, you will find the only thing faster than his 40 yard dash time is his quick wit. Most of us know Gizmo by the way he dazzled football fans with his uncanny athletic ability, speed and his infectious smile. What […]

Mike Vanderjagt
It’s well known that kickers have the most personality and unique sense of humour of all their professional football teammates. This is very true of Mike Vanderjagt, the most accurate kicker in NFL history. During your event, Mike will discuss his interesting relationship with Hall of Fame quarterback Payton Manning […]

Paul LaPolice on The Rod Pedersen Show
REDBLACKS Needs in 2021, Chris Streveler w/ Arizona Cardinals, CFL vs NFL, MORE w/ HC Paul LaPolice

Eddie Steele
What makes former Grey Cup champion Eddie Steele such a special speaker is his wide range of messages. An on-field leader during his CFL career, Eddie understands the importance of delivering a personalized and inspiring message during his presentations. Eddie, originally drafted by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 2010, reflects on […]

Oakville North-Burlington MP and CFL Hall of Famer launch petition to get Terry Fox on $5 bill
Burlington Post Saturday, December 12, 2020 Canadian icon Terry Fox will soon appear on the $5 bill if a local football star and a local MP have their way. Oakville North-Burlington MP Pam Damoff is sponsoring an e-petition initiated by Burlington resident and Canadian Football League Hall of Famer Tony […]

Don Narcisse used hard work to become one of the CFL’s all-time best
By Saskatoon / 650 CKOM Hard work helped Don Narcisse go from the B team of his high school squad to becoming one of the greatest wide receivers ever to play in the CFL. “I tell kids these days — I have this quote I always say — ‘Hard work […]

Leo Ezerins
Known for his on-field determination and leadership skills, Leo Ezerins, spent 10 seasons in the CFL with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Leo, a graduate of Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington, was a CFL all-star and a key member of the Tiger-Cats 1986 Grey Cup Championship team. A […]