GOLDEN HORSESHOE STARS WIN BOTH SENIOR & RISING STARS GAMES

Nelson Lords were front and centre all afternoon at McMaster's Ron Joyce Stadium on Sunday. Addison Olah and Alex Furlan helped lead the Rising Stars to a victory over the GTA All-Stars from the Toronto Area.

In the senior match-up fans got one more look at the Nelson Air Force and QB Will Finch connected twice with Doug Corby for major scores. Josh Vandeweerd, Brad Taylor and Ben Megarry all contributed on offence as well. On defence Eric Juhl had a number of devastating hits while Josh Ross and Tanner Philp held the GTA stars in check.

Coach Bob Stacey will retire from teaching in June, ending a 30+ year career at Nelson HS. We would love to see you at the Retirement celebrations on June 22nd.

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Doug Corby will head down the 401 to Kingston to play for the Gaels in 2012. His committment to Queen's ends a long recruiting process in which he received interest from many OUA teams. As a Gael he will team up with former Lord and Assistant Coach Ryan Bechmanis.

All-Star Quarterback Will Finch ended a crazy off-season with his committment to the Western Mustangs for 2012. The top-rated Quarterback in Canada, Will was receiving interest from all over North America and was forced to make a diffcult decision.

Nelson receivers Josh Vandeweerd and Ben Megarry have both committed to the 2011 Vanier Cup Champion McMaster Marauders. Both players were key components to the 'Nelson Air Force' and the team's success this past season.

Nelson slotback Brad Taylor has committed to the Western Mustangs for 2012. He joins quarterback Will Finch and Defensive Back Mike Spence (Nelson Lord Alumni) in Purple and Silver.

Nelson runningback Blake Culver will join the Varsity Blues in 2012 after committing to the University this past week.

Four Nelson Lords have signed with the Laurier Golden Hawks for the 2012 season. Defensiveback Tanner Philp, Linebacker Eric Juhl, and linemen Joel Chapman and Tyler Reeves will all wear purple and gold next season. All four players were part of Laurier's early recruiting blitz which saw over 25 players commit to the Hawks.

Best of Luck to these four as they move on to the next phase of their football career.

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Nelson saw 6 players named to the All-Star team sponsored by the CJFL's Burlington Braves. QB Will Finch, WR's Josh Vandeweerd and Doug Corby and OL Tyler Reeves made the offensive team. DL Joel Chapman and DB Eli Pawliw made the defensive team.

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2011 OFSAA GOLDEN HORSESHOE BOWL

The Nelson Lords took home their 4th Provincial Bowl Championship with a convincing 37-0 win over St. Paul's. With the win the Lords have been named Ontario's #1 Team according to Weir's magazine. Canada Football Chat has also ranked Nelson as the top HS Football team in the Country!!!

As for the game, it was all red and gold, both on the field and off. Infront of more than 1000 fans who rode the bus from Burlington, Nelson took control early and never looked back. The Lords got two scores from Josh Vandeweerd and singles from Ben Megarry, Doug Corby and Will Finch. The defense was led by Tanner Philp and Eric Juhl who helped shut down the Patriots completely.

Nelson ends the 2011 Season undefeated at 13-0 and go down as the best team in Nelson Football History.

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Congratulations to the nearly 800 senior/varsity high school football teams competing from Nanaimo, British Columbia to Antigonish, Nova Scotia. The Nelson Lords from Burlington, Ontario are the number one team in the country. Competing in one of the top high school conferences (Halton), the Lords averaged 39 points for and 7 points against in 12 regular season & playoff games.

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MacLENNAN, John A. On December 3, 2011, beloved husband and very best friend of Sandy, and adored Dad of Benjie and Sara. After returning from his tri-weekly bike ride up Sydenham Hill, he collapsed and despite our neighbour, Dave Longo's heroic efforts, John did not survive. No doubt, he is now outstanding in his new field. John is a former teacher, coach and mentor at Nelson High School in Burlington, and dedicated community volunteer. After a private family service, a public celebration of John's life will be held at Marshall Memorial United Church, 20 Gilbert Ave. (Fiddler's Green Rd.), Ancaster at 2 p.m. on Friday, December 9. Bring your best "John"anecdote -hats are welcome!

GOLDEN HORSESHOE BOWL SEMI-FINAL RECAP VS. OLMC

Nelson proved again on Friday that they are for real win a dominating 45-7 victory over Our Lady of Mount Carmel (ROPSSAA). Will Finch continued his dream season completing 22 of 26 passes for 400 yards and 4 touchdowns. Ben Megarry would score two while Doug Corby, Josh Vandeweerd, Brad Taylor and Pat Stapleton would add single majors. Max Preocanin kicked two field goals and added three converts. Defensively Nelson never allowed OLMC to get anything going with a suffocating defensive performance.

The win advances Nelson to a Provincial Bowl Game for the 4th time in school history. Nelson is 3-1 in Bowl games winning the Metro Bowl in 1997 & 1999 and a Golden Horseshoe Bowl in 2005. Their lone loss came in 2002.

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GHAC CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP VS. CARDINAL NEWMAN

Nelson won the 2011 GHAC Championship with a very convincing 43-20 win over the Cardinal Newman Cardinals. The Cardinals simply had no answer for anything the Lords threw at them. QB Will Finch racked up 337 yards and 5 touchdowns while the Lords defence dominated the Cardinals power run game.

Nelson advances to the Golden Horseshoe Bowl semi-final against Mount Carmel on Friday. The winner of that game will play for GH Bowl Championship at Rogers Centre on Tuesday November 29th.

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2011 HALTON CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP VS. CORPUS CHRISTI

The Nelson Lords took home their 21st HSSAA Championship in school history with a 28-15 win over Corpus Christi. Nelson raced to an early 20-1 lead on 2 touchdowns from Doug Corby and one from Pat Stapleton. The Longhorns wouldnt quit and ran the ball hard cutting the lead to 20-8 early in the 4th Quarter. Will Finch would run in a touchdown of his own to seal the victory.

Up next the LORDS will face the Cardinal Newman Cardinals in the GHAC Championship game on Monday.

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HSSAA SEMI-FINAL RECAP VS. NOTRE DAME

Nelson will return to the Halton Championship for the first time since 2006. This ends the longest absence from a Championship game in school history.

Nelson simply dominated the semi-final game winning 42-7. The Nelson defence smothered the Rams all game long while the Lords offence continued to dominate the air. The Lords were lead by two touchdowns each from Josh Vandeweerd and Ben Megarry. Blake Culver and Wes Miller each added a single touchdown.

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WEEK 7 GAME RECAP VS. NOTRE DAME

Nelson completed its first undefeated regular season since 2007 with a 59-3 beating of Notre Dame. Last year's Golden Horseshoe Bowl Champions were no match for the Lords offence who scored on every possession. Nelson's underrated defence was solid all game long allowing just a field goal and an impressive 40 pts against in 7 games. Scoring for Nelson were Victor Fasullo, Wes Miller and Doug Corby with two touchdowns each. Pat Stapleton and Josh Vandeweerd also added touchdowns with Vandeweerd also contributing a 2 pt convert. Mac Preocanin kicked a field goal and added 6 converts.

Nelson will sit idle this week, having earned a bye in the Quarterfinals.

TIER 1 SCORES FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE:

Corpus Christi - 35 MMR - 15

Holy Trinity - 28 Assumption - 7

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WEEK 6 GAME RECAP VS. ASSUMPTION

Nelson remained undefeated on the season despite a very lacklustre performance against the Assumption Crusaders. It was a special day at Nelson as over 500 tickets were sold to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness. After a moving pregame ceremony it was Assumption who had all the answers early in the game until a big goaline stand by the Lords defence and a Doug Corby touchdown ignited the Nelson offence. Ben Megarry would add two TDs of his own while Wes Miller and Eli Pawliw also added majors. Max Preocanin booted five converts.

Nelson will close out the regular season with a visit to Notre Dame to take on the Fighting Irish on Friday October 21st at 4:00pm.

TIER 1 SCORES FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE: Corpus Chrisi - 25 Holy Trinity - 15 MM Robinson - 20 Notre Dame - 10 MEDIA COVERAGE:

We invite everyone to attend the game in support of Breast Cancer and the search for a cure. Your admission cost ($3.00) will be donated entirely to this cause. We will also have T-shirts and hats on sale to support the cause. There will be a BBQ and our souvenir tent as well so it promises to be a great afternoon!

WEEK 5 GAME RECAP VS. CHRIST THE KING

Nelson's defence opened the scoring on the first play from scrimmage with a safety touch and the Lords never looked back. Three touchdowns from Ben Megarry, two from Wes Miller, and one from Josh Vandeweerd, Doug Corby and Tanner Philp paced the Nelson attack. Max Preocanin kicked 8 converts and two single points.

Up next for Nelson will be a visit from the Assumption Crusaders on Friday October 21st at 1:00pm for the Annual "Pink Game" in support of Breast Cancer.

TIER 1 SCORES FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE:

Corpus Chrisi - 31 B.Redding - 0

Holy Trinity - 56 Georgetown - 0

MM Robinson - 44 Blakelock - 4

Assumption - 22 Abbey Park - 8

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WEEK 4 GAME RECAP VS. MM ROBINSON

In front of a sold-out Nelson Stadium packed with over 1000 fans on Thursday night, the Nelson Lords rolled to a 42-2 victory over the MM Robinson Rams. Nelson was lead by Doug Corby who hauled in 3 touchdown passes from Will Finch. Ben Megarry electrified the crowd with a 2nd Quarter pass and run touchdown, while Josh Vandeweerd and Emmett Law also added second half scores to seal the victory. The Rams got a very strong game from runningbacks Jack Wolfrey and John Howard but couldnt seem the find the endzone. The Rams defence, however, simply had no answer for the Nelson offence and the game was never in doubt.

Up next for Nelson will be a visit to Georgetown to take on the Christ the King Jaguars on Friday October 14th at 4:00pm.

TIER 1 SCORES FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE:

Corpus Christi - 38 Assumption - 0

Holy Trinity - 28 Notre Dame - 7

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WEEK 3 GAME RECAP VS. LOYOLA

The Nelson Lords remain undefeated after a 38-12 victory over the Loyola Hawks at Nelson Stadium on Thursday. Will Finch tossed 4 touchdown passes in two and a half quarters of playing time to take care of the Hawks. Doug Corby, Josh Vandeweerd, Pat Stapleton and Brad Taylor caught majors while Emmett Law ran for one. Victor Fasullo added a field goal to round out the scoring. All 48 players on the roster saw significant playing time and were strong contributors to the victory.

Up next for Nelson will be a visit from the MM Robinson Rams for a FLOODLIGHT FOOTBALL TV TILT at Nelson Stadium on Thursday Oct 6th at 6:00pm.

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WEEK 2 GAME RECAP VS. HOLY TRINITY

The Nelson Lords defeated the Holy Trinity Titans for the first time since the opening game of 2009. In horrible weather conditions which saw torrential downpours for most of the game Nelson held off a strong fight from the Titans. Will Finch opened the scoring with a 1-yard plunge to cap and impressive early drive but the Lords would miss the 2-point conversion attempt. Holy Trinity bounced back before half-time with a touchdown from Declan Cross to take a 7-6 lead at the break, on a drive that was continued only due to Lords penalties. Nelson rallied once again in the third quarter with an 85-yard punt return touchdown from Doug Corby and 2-pt conversion from Blake Culver to restore a 14-7 lead. The Lords defence took over from there and Victor Fasullo would add an insurance field goal late in the 4th to seal the victory. Halton football fans will be happy to know that this rivalry is stronger than ever!!

Up next for Nelson will be a visit from the Loyola Hawks at Nelson Stadium on Thursday Sept 29th at 2:30pm.

TIER 1 SCORES FROM AROUND THE LEAGUE:

Corpus Chrisi - 40 Notre Dame - 0

MM Robinson - 23 Assumption - 7

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SEASON OPENER GAME RECAP VS. CORPUS CHRISTI

The Nelson Lords defeated the Corpus Christi Longhorns for the second straight year in the 2011 Season Opener. On a great day for football at Nelson Stadium, the Lords struck early and often in the first half blazing to an early 22-0 lead at the break. Doug Corby caught two touchdown passes with Victor Fasullo hauling in one. Fasullo also added 2 converts. A hard-hitting second half saw the Longhorns carry most of the play but they could only manage a Brett Blaszko field goal to make the final 22-3 for Nelson. Next up for the Lords is a much anticipated trip to Holy Trinity. There is no love lost between these two teams and it promises to be another chapter in a great rivalry.

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PRESEASON GAME RECAP VS. MOTHER TERESA

The Nelson Lords defeated the Mother Teresa Spartans 24-10 infront of a packed Stadium on Friday afternoon. Nelson got touchdowns from Doug Corby, Josh Vandeweerd and Ben Megarry. Megarry's touchdown came on an electrifying 70 yard connnection with Will Finch that sent the crowd into a frenzy. Victor Fasullo added a field goal and three converts. Trey Menard replied late for the Spartans with Brent Anderson adding a field goal. Nelson will now reload for the 2011 Season Opener versus the Corpus Christi Longhorns.

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Prior to the game many guests from both the City of Burlington and the Halton District School Board were on hand to help open the newly renovated stadium. Burlington Mayor Rick Goldring (a former Lord) addressed the crowd and handled the ceremonial kickoff duties.

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