Come Support you Grande Prairie Drillers, Stars and Oilmen Wives. The Event is Saturday May 11, 2013.
Looking for a Coach
The Grande Prairie Drillers Football team are looking for a Football Head Coach. The Drillers are a competitive senior men’s football team.
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise the day-to-day operations of the team, including teaching and coaching
- Recruiting of quality athletes into the Drillers football program
- Minimum Experience and Skill Required: Previous football coaching experience.
- Requires knowledge of football fundamentals and Canadian University rules.
- Requires knowledge of and the ability to apply Alberta Football League rules as they relate to the program.
- Must have the ability to work well with players, executive, community and media.
- Must have strong communication and leadership skills
- Successful candidate will report directly to the Grande Prairie Drillers Executive
All interested candidates are asked to contact Executive: Amos Aldred and James Kostuk
Resumes can be sent to jkostuk@cityofgp.comand amos_aldred30@hotmail.com
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise the day-to-day operations of the team, including teaching and coaching
- Recruiting of quality athletes into the Drillers football program
- Minimum Experience and Skill Required: Previous football coaching experience.
- Requires knowledge of football fundamentals and Canadian University rules.
- Requires knowledge of and the ability to apply Alberta Football League rules as they relate to the program.
- Must have the ability to work well with players, executive, community and media.
- Must have strong communication and leadership skills
- Successful candidate will report directly to the Grande Prairie Drillers Executive
All interested candidates are asked to contact Executive: Amos Aldred and James Kostuk
Resumes can be sent to jkostuk@cityofgp.comand amos_aldred30@hotmail.com
Indoor Practice at the New County Sportsplex.
Our team is hosting indoor practices with full equipment this is the first time in our team history that we have been able to do so. Every Wednesday night at 7:00 until the end of april, if players are in need of equipment our links tab will have links to all of our equipment suppliers. $10 per player per practice.
Indoor Practice
Indoor practices start Nov 17 2012, 7:00 @ the indoor soccer pitch. Bring $10 to pay for the time, only gym clothes and shoes required.
Nov 30 2012 8:30 more dates to follow
Nov 30 2012 8:30 more dates to follow
Llyodminister Vandals win League and National Title 2012
The Llyodminister Vandals had a storybook finish to cap their season. The Vandals defeated the Wolpack in the League Champship. The Vandals quickly put their victory behind them to prepare for the National Championship Game. The Vandals Won the game in style. The Grande Prairie Drillers Congratulate the Vandals on their Victory and representing Alberta.
Alberta Football League Final
The Calgary Wolfpack defeated the drillers. The drillers will have time to lick their wounds from a strong wolfpack bite. The Calgary Wolfpack will take on the Llyodminister Vandals for a shot at the League title. Llyodminister will host the pack. The winner will get a chance to host the Canadian Major Football League championship.
Semi Final
3rd place Drillers will travel to Calgary this Saturday to take on
the 2nd place Calgary Wolfpack in the second round of playoffs.
The Drillers defeated the Red Deer Buccaneers in quarter finals to move into the semi’s. The Wolfpack had a bye
first round playoffs.
These two teams are evenly matched.
The game will feature a battle of quarterbacks. Calgary Wolfpack Qb passed for
2192 yds(#1). Drillers QB Nathan Aldred passed for 1395 yds(#2). The Drillers
have more of a balanced offense. These two clubs produced virtually the same
total offense in 2012. Calgary total offense was 2861 yds to the Drillers 2770
yds.
Defensively both clubs allowed
virtually the identical yards with Gp 1440 yds and Calgary 1421. Both defenses
will be hungry this Saturday. It doesn’t take these teams long to get fired
up
The last time these two clubs met in the post season, the drillers lost the AFL Championship
game.
the 2nd place Calgary Wolfpack in the second round of playoffs.
The Drillers defeated the Red Deer Buccaneers in quarter finals to move into the semi’s. The Wolfpack had a bye
first round playoffs.
These two teams are evenly matched.
The game will feature a battle of quarterbacks. Calgary Wolfpack Qb passed for
2192 yds(#1). Drillers QB Nathan Aldred passed for 1395 yds(#2). The Drillers
have more of a balanced offense. These two clubs produced virtually the same
total offense in 2012. Calgary total offense was 2861 yds to the Drillers 2770
yds.
Defensively both clubs allowed
virtually the identical yards with Gp 1440 yds and Calgary 1421. Both defenses
will be hungry this Saturday. It doesn’t take these teams long to get fired
up
The last time these two clubs met in the post season, the drillers lost the AFL Championship
game.
Last Home Game of The Year
The Grande Prairie Drillers will be playing their last regular season home game this weekend vs the Edmonton Stallions. The Drillers beat the Stallions 46-20 in 2011. The Drillers are looking to continue their winning ways after a disappointing loss to the 2011 league champion Calgary Wolfpack two weeks ago in Calgary.
This is a very important game for the drillers to get back on track before finishing off the season on the road in Red Deer and Lloydminister. The Grande Prairie Drillers are 2-1 this season and the Edmonton Stallions are 1-3.
Kickoff is this Saturday at 7pm at Legion Field
Note- A special half time presentation will be made to the Pomeroy group for their generous donation to amateur football in the City.
This is a very important game for the drillers to get back on track before finishing off the season on the road in Red Deer and Lloydminister. The Grande Prairie Drillers are 2-1 this season and the Edmonton Stallions are 1-3.
Kickoff is this Saturday at 7pm at Legion Field
Note- A special half time presentation will be made to the Pomeroy group for their generous donation to amateur football in the City.
Game Day
Outdoors Begin Tuesday
How can you tell spring is here to stay? The Grande Prairie Drillers Football team will begin outdoor football practices next week. Starting Tuesday April 17th outdoor practices will run every Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
Practices will take place at St Joes Football field on 68 avenue.
Anyone who is interested in learning more about Grande Prairie’s senior men’s football team are encouraged to come out. If you are interested in being part of the program as a player or volunteer we want to meet YOU.
The Grande Prairie Drillers will play at home the first game of the season against the Calgary Gators the weekend of June 2.
Practices will take place at St Joes Football field on 68 avenue.
Anyone who is interested in learning more about Grande Prairie’s senior men’s football team are encouraged to come out. If you are interested in being part of the program as a player or volunteer we want to meet YOU.
The Grande Prairie Drillers will play at home the first game of the season against the Calgary Gators the weekend of June 2.
2012 schedule
Here is the tentative 2012 sched.
June 2/3 Gators@ Drillers 7pm Sat
June 9/10 Bye Week
June 17 Drillers @ Army Sun 2pm
June 23/24 Drillers @ Wolfpack
June 30 Bye Week
July 7 Stallions @ Drillers 7pm Sat
July 14/15 Drillers @ Bucs
July 21/22 Drillers @ Vandals
July 28/29 quarter Finals
Aug 4/5 Bye Week
Aug 11/12 Semi Finals
Aug 18/19 AFL Championship
Sept. 22 CMFL National Championship
2012 Here we Come!
Well another year has and its time again for our indoor practices. We have tentatively booked the college gym for 2 days a week Tuesday and Thursday nights 9:30-11 and 10:00-11 check back this week when we are 100% on our bookings. All new players welcome, as for vets please try and make at least one practice a week. On another note our team AGM meeting will be Friday Jan 20, 2012 @ the Shark Club in the meeting room. We need all of our veteran players to be there and would love to see any one new who is interested in playing in the future.
League Allstars
Congrats to all the Drillers Allstars.
2011 AFL All-Star Selections & Award Winners
QB
1st Nathan Aldred Drillers
2nd Jared Valleau Vandals/Darry Leason Wolfpack
RB
1st Kenton Poelzer Buccaneers
2nd Brent Fulmek Drillers
FB
1st Jason Loosemore Stallions
2nd Matt Squires Wolfpack
WR
1st Symon Pfau Drillers
1st Jordan Priebe Vandals
2nd John Opio Stallions
2nd Mike Wasylyniuk Wolfpack
SB
1st Jess Valleau Vandals
1st Mike Leason Wolfpack
2nd Brent Fulmek Drillers
2nd Orin Doneff Gators
OL
1st Jordy Lovig Vandals
Reagan Schell Vandals
Sean O’Donnell Buccaneers
Mark Ingram Wolfpack
Steve Pearsen Buccaneers
2nd Clint Rowney Drillers
Steve Friesen Drillers
Blair Warr Drillers
James Arndt Wolfpack
Steve Rees Buccaneers
DE
1st Gunnar Godhe Wolfpack
1st Devon Schwalm Drillers
2nd Devron Brown Gators
2nd Cliff Cox Gators
DT:
1st Tony Verbrugge Gators
1st Brett Waine Stallions
2nd Dave Henderson Buccaneers
2nd Michael Bryski Renegades
LB
1st Jesse Maddox Vandals
1st Yuri Wishloff Stallions
1st Amos Aldred Drillers
1st Jordan Gruman Wolfpack
2nd Kolton Kasur Army
2nd Tyler Boyd Drillers
2nd Rueben Aldred Drillers
2nd Curtis Dreger Buccaneers
CB
1st Brock Priebe Vandals
1st Jon Sanchez Drillers
2nd Matt Loveseth Vandals
2nd Erik Kyler Renegades
HB
1st Eddie Shepel Stallions
1st Reilly Penner Wolfpack
2nd William Quintal Drillers
2nd James Kostuk Drillers
S
1st Greg Du cloux Drillers
2nd Sean Stewart Wolfpack
KR
1st Jess Valleau Vandals
2nd Klayton Franklin Army
PR
1st Jess Valleau Vandals
2nd Mike Oakley Stallions
PK
1st Tyler Fulmek Drillers
2nd Tylor Johnson Buccaneers
P
1st Ian Hewitt Gators
2nd Brad Ollen Vandals
AFL MVP
QB Nathan Aldred Drillers
MVP OFFENCE
WR Symon Pfau Drillers
MVP DEFENCE
LB Amos Aldred Drillers
OUTSTANDING O-LINE
OG Reagan Schell Vandals
OUTSTANDING D-LINE
DE Laython Ford Vandals
MVP SPECIAL TEAMS
SB Jess Valleau Vandals
OUTSTANDING ROOKIE
QB Byron Stearns Buccaneers
2011 AFL All-Star Selections & Award Winners
QB
1st Nathan Aldred Drillers
2nd Jared Valleau Vandals/Darry Leason Wolfpack
RB
1st Kenton Poelzer Buccaneers
2nd Brent Fulmek Drillers
FB
1st Jason Loosemore Stallions
2nd Matt Squires Wolfpack
WR
1st Symon Pfau Drillers
1st Jordan Priebe Vandals
2nd John Opio Stallions
2nd Mike Wasylyniuk Wolfpack
SB
1st Jess Valleau Vandals
1st Mike Leason Wolfpack
2nd Brent Fulmek Drillers
2nd Orin Doneff Gators
OL
1st Jordy Lovig Vandals
Reagan Schell Vandals
Sean O’Donnell Buccaneers
Mark Ingram Wolfpack
Steve Pearsen Buccaneers
2nd Clint Rowney Drillers
Steve Friesen Drillers
Blair Warr Drillers
James Arndt Wolfpack
Steve Rees Buccaneers
DE
1st Gunnar Godhe Wolfpack
1st Devon Schwalm Drillers
2nd Devron Brown Gators
2nd Cliff Cox Gators
DT:
1st Tony Verbrugge Gators
1st Brett Waine Stallions
2nd Dave Henderson Buccaneers
2nd Michael Bryski Renegades
LB
1st Jesse Maddox Vandals
1st Yuri Wishloff Stallions
1st Amos Aldred Drillers
1st Jordan Gruman Wolfpack
2nd Kolton Kasur Army
2nd Tyler Boyd Drillers
2nd Rueben Aldred Drillers
2nd Curtis Dreger Buccaneers
CB
1st Brock Priebe Vandals
1st Jon Sanchez Drillers
2nd Matt Loveseth Vandals
2nd Erik Kyler Renegades
HB
1st Eddie Shepel Stallions
1st Reilly Penner Wolfpack
2nd William Quintal Drillers
2nd James Kostuk Drillers
S
1st Greg Du cloux Drillers
2nd Sean Stewart Wolfpack
KR
1st Jess Valleau Vandals
2nd Klayton Franklin Army
PR
1st Jess Valleau Vandals
2nd Mike Oakley Stallions
PK
1st Tyler Fulmek Drillers
2nd Tylor Johnson Buccaneers
P
1st Ian Hewitt Gators
2nd Brad Ollen Vandals
AFL MVP
QB Nathan Aldred Drillers
MVP OFFENCE
WR Symon Pfau Drillers
MVP DEFENCE
LB Amos Aldred Drillers
OUTSTANDING O-LINE
OG Reagan Schell Vandals
OUTSTANDING D-LINE
DE Laython Ford Vandals
MVP SPECIAL TEAMS
SB Jess Valleau Vandals
OUTSTANDING ROOKIE
QB Byron Stearns Buccaneers
The 'Ship Sinks
Despite a sell out crowd and a whole city behind them the GP Drillers couldn't pull off the W. The folks came out in droves on Saturday night with close to 1500 strong the Drillers faithful were expecting a win, unfortunately the Wolfpack had other ideas.
Hoping to come out the gate hot and hard, the Drillers normally explosive offence was stifled for much of the game. The Defence was unable to stop the Wolfpacks Dink and Dunk O. By the middle of the third quarter the Drillers finally looked like they were going to get the ball moving but were unable to keep the ball moving. 38-14 was the finally Score.
Hoping to come out the gate hot and hard, the Drillers normally explosive offence was stifled for much of the game. The Defence was unable to stop the Wolfpacks Dink and Dunk O. By the middle of the third quarter the Drillers finally looked like they were going to get the ball moving but were unable to keep the ball moving. 38-14 was the finally Score.
Goin' to The 'Ship
The Drillers will be moving on to their 1st ever championship game after 8 years in the AFL. We defeated the Central Alberta Buccaneers 40-18 on Saturday. Drillers defence kept the game from getting out of hand in the first half, being down 11-10 at halftime. Coach Trevor Prichard settled our nerves and got our heads together at the half. It was time for the offence to pick up their game and start putting points on the board.
The Drillers will take this week to prepare for the Calgary Wolfpack as they defeated Lloydminster 34-26 on the weekend.
Game is scheduled to be played at Legion Field at 7pm, as long as all the work has been finished.
Nathan Aldred went 22 of 33 for 372 yards and passed for 4 touchdowns. Ray Moskalyk had 23 carries for 139 yards and 1 rushing TD. Ty Besstte had a TD and Symon Pfau continued his touchdown streak adding 3 more to his total. John Warr was a big part of the receiving core having 7 catches for 137 yards. Craig Nellis and Rueben Aldred both got sacks in the game.
The Drillers will take this week to prepare for the Calgary Wolfpack as they defeated Lloydminster 34-26 on the weekend.
Game is scheduled to be played at Legion Field at 7pm, as long as all the work has been finished.
Nathan Aldred went 22 of 33 for 372 yards and passed for 4 touchdowns. Ray Moskalyk had 23 carries for 139 yards and 1 rushing TD. Ty Besstte had a TD and Symon Pfau continued his touchdown streak adding 3 more to his total. John Warr was a big part of the receiving core having 7 catches for 137 yards. Craig Nellis and Rueben Aldred both got sacks in the game.
We Need Your Support
Drillers t-shirts are now selling this weekend for the big push to our first league title and a potential trip to nationals. Help support us and pick yours up at the game for $30 or inbox me. All proceeds help send us across the country. Hope to see 1000 strong this weekend at St. Joes field. The game has also moved locations and times due to field problems. The game will be played on Saturday at St. Joes Field
Undefeated In the Regular Season
The Drillers final regular AFL season game went the way we wanted… VICTORIOUS a 35-28 win over the Vandals. The Vandals were the first to score putting up 10 points before the Drillers turned it on, 21-12 at the half. When we came out in the second half the Vandals made some adjustments but it didn’t quite stop Nathan Aldred from throwing the ball around the field. Nate went 28 for 37 with 393 yards and 5 touchdowns thru the air, also adding 105 yards rushing. Symon Pfau had 13 catches 172 yards and 2 touchdowns. Brent Fulmek added 123 yards with 2 touchdowns. John Warr sealed the deal with 81 yards and 1 td. Tyler Boyd, Dave Hewson and James Kostuk all got an interception.
With this the Drillers finish 1st overall at 7-0 giving us a bye to the semi-finals on August 13th . We will be meeting the lowest seeded team that comes out of the quarter-finals.
Quarter-Finals are as follows
Stallions 6th @ Vandals 3rd
Gators 5th @ Buccaneers 4th
Central Alberta Buccaneers 46 @ Edmonton Renegades 0
Edmonton Army 0 @ Calgary Wolfpack 39
Calgary Gators 30 @ Edmonton Stallions 13
With this the Drillers finish 1st overall at 7-0 giving us a bye to the semi-finals on August 13th . We will be meeting the lowest seeded team that comes out of the quarter-finals.
Quarter-Finals are as follows
Stallions 6th @ Vandals 3rd
Gators 5th @ Buccaneers 4th
Central Alberta Buccaneers 46 @ Edmonton Renegades 0
Edmonton Army 0 @ Calgary Wolfpack 39
Calgary Gators 30 @ Edmonton Stallions 13
6-0 and One More to Go
After a very tight game one week earlier, the Drillers Prepared to face a less worthy adversary in the Central Alberta Buccaneers. With a hard week of practice under their belts and hours of film study GP was more then ready for anything the Bucs had in store for them. From the opening kickoff the Blue and Gold had full control of the ball game. Recovering the opening boot Grande Prairie never looked back, with over 500 yards of offence and a near perfect game from the defence the GP Drillers look to be in tip top form. The final score 71-0
Drillers win 50-49
The Drillers had a battle on their hands Saturday night, between the weather and poor field conditions it was an interesting game. The scoring started quick and often with the Wolfpack grabbing an early 12-0 lead, the Drillers fought back quickly with 2 td’s of their own. A quick hitter to Symon Pfau for 62 yards then Nate decided to call his own number for a 60 yard TD to take the lead 14-12. The pack wasn’t done there, they were able to control the clock in the first half and took a 33-14 lead at the half. Drillers regrouped at the half and came out with nothing to lose, applying the pressure and not letting up. Sticking to the ground and fighting for yards, Brent Fulmek and Travis Miller put up 150+ rushing yards. It came down to the wire with under 1 minute remaining the Drillers gambled on a few 3rd downs to move closer to the end zone and scored. Down by one GP kicked the Point after for the tie but the refs decided to throw a flag. Having to redo the point after, Nathan and Trevor decided to change it up and go for two and the win, Nate was able to hook-up with Brent in the end zone. The Pack got the ball back with 36 seconds left and they marched down the field and were able to get into field goal range. The kick came up wide right. Nathan Aldred 1 td, Symon Pfau 2 td, Brent Fulmek 3 td, and Travis Miller 1 td Tyler Fulmek went six for six on extra points.
The Drillers now prepare for the Central Alberta Buccaneers this Saturday at Legion Field
The Drillers now prepare for the Central Alberta Buccaneers this Saturday at Legion Field
Fight For First Place
Saturday July 9th 2011 marks the battle for first place in the AFL. The 4-0 Drillers do battle vs the 4-0 Calgary Wolfpack.
4-0
The Drillers had a battle on their hands Saturday night, missing a few key components on offence and defence they were up for the task. With first possession of the football the Drillers reacted quickly and vigorously with a first play 70 yard touchdown pass. The Drillers defence didn't fair so well. On a penalty riddled drive defence the Stallions answered directly back. With 7-7 on the board the Offence went to work, with back to back drives by said offence the tide quickly turned in the Drillers favour and they never looked back. The final score Drillers 46-20 win Grande Prairie improves to 4-0
Drillers Win Big in Home Opener
It was a wet Saturday night for a football game. The Drillers came out on top with a 54-16 victory over the Edmonton Army. Drillers started off strong with a quick 21-0 lead by the end of the 1st quarter. Symon Pfau had 4 touchdown receptions with Ace Carlson joining with one while Brent Fulmek and Travis Miller added to the score on the ground. Dave Hewson contributed with a safety. Tyler Fulmek added a field goal to round out the scoring. A couple dropped balls and bad penalties gave the Army good field position, which they were able to capitalize on. They came out slow in the first quarter then got things going and put up a good fight and a great showing for the fans.
We our asking the fans to call crime stoppers, for an incident of theft during the game. Money, credit cards, and cell phones were stolen from the dressing rooms. This is not a good showing for the city of GP as we were the hosts. If anyone seen or heard something please come forward.
Edmonton Renegades 0 @ Calgary Wolfpack 30
Edmonton Stallions 9 @ Lloydminster Vandals 27
Calgary Gators 29 @ Central Alberta Buccaneers 30
2-0 looking for 3
After a tough game 2 against the Calgary Gators your Grande Prairie Drillers gear up for another battle vs the Edmonton Garrison Army, who in their second year have a much improved squad. All though the Army has improved the Drillers Offence has a lot to prove after a disappointing showing in Calgary Game time 7:00pm legion field Grande Prairie.
Pre Game
Well it’s that time of year again when the AFL season kicks off. The Drillers will be hitting the road this Saturday to take on the Edmonton Renegades. (Formally the Sherwood Park Renegades) A lot of things have happened in the off season. We now have two full time coaches, Trevor Prichard and Tim Skene; as well as, a bunch of new faces and new colors. We are looking strong this year and are hoping for a great season! Practices take place Tuesdays and Thursdays at St Joes field at 7-9pm.
If you have any questions Please call or email
Media Relations/Treasurer/Player Clint Rowney 876-4812 cchlsbronco@hotmail.com
President/Player Amos Aldred 978-5714 amos_aldred30@hotmail.com
www.gpdrillers.com
Special Thanks to Our Major Sponsor
Much thanks to Packers Plus for their huge support this year.
Game Day Fast Approaching
With only two practices remaining it is growing more and more necessary for every one to show up to practice. Game 1 June 4th Riel Park, St. Albert 4:00pm
Here is a map
Here is a map
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