Congratulations to all of the players and staff of the 2011 Senior Bowl. It all came together in an outstanding game which saw the West take a 21 to 0 lead at the half before the East came back with two touchdowns to make the game very close. The game had many highlights showcasing the talent on the field.
Final Score: Team West 21 Team East 14
2010 Score: Team West 17 Team East 18
The Senior Bowl Game – East vs. West
Team West scored on the first offensive play of the day with a reverse pass that saw Kyle Kawamoto score a long touchdown. Team West never really looked back, however in the second half led by some great runs by QB Cam Canales the East scrapped back to make it close. Kris Davidson was impressive with some great runs for Team East while Kyle Patchell was a threat all day at receiver for the East. In the end it came down to an onside kick by the East with 1:30 left. The kick was recovered by Team West who was able to run out the clock. Other notable players included Andrew Darcovich from White Rock and Rhys Gilbert from Windsor who supplied regular receiving threats all day for Team West. Gilbert scored two touchdowns for the West.
Senior Bowl Camp Review
Thanks to everyone who made the 2011 Senior Bowl a positive experience for the players. The BC Lions truly embraced the Senior Bowl as all of the players, coaches and staff was welcomed by President Dennis Skulsky on Tuesday. It was great to take advantage of good weather as it allowed everyone to maximize their efforts on the field. Thursday was an outstanding day that was highlighted by the practice with the Lions. Justin Sorensen (Senior Bowl Grad), Doug Goldsby (Senior Bowl Grad), Hamid Mahmoudi, Sean Ortiz, Rolly Lumbala, Travis Lulay, Jason Arakgi, and receivers coach Travis Moore all helped to improve skills and then provided motivation for a full contact drill to end the day. Post-practice Wally Buono, the winningest coach in CFL history, addressed the Senior Bowl with words of inspiration using football as a positive force in pursuing any future endeavors. Also on Thursday Coach Mark Washington continued the Football for Life theme by keeping everyone entertained and focused on his words of passion for football and passion for life.
On Friday, the Senior Bowl broke up into East and West as the intensity and competitive feel picked up in time for Saturdays game.
2011 SENIOR BOWL RECAP – By Senior Bowl Head Coach Dino Geremia
Picture: Tanner Hamade takes on the Team-West ball carrier in Saturday’s Senior Bowl. Photo: Y. Churly
2011 Senior Bowl Players of the Game
East Offensive Player QB Cameron Canales (Terry Fox Ravens)
East Defensive Player DL Justin Feke (Kalamalka Lakers)
West Offensive Player QB Nick Bynkoski (Nanaimo Redmen)
West Defensive Player DB Jaxxen Wylie (John Barsby Bulldogs)
2011 Senior Bowl Football BC Scholarship Awards ($500 each)
Awarded to players who display great passion for football through leadership and hard work that will inspire other football players.
QB Cameron Canales (Terry Fox Ravens)
REC Kyle Kawamoto (Handsworth Royals)
2011 Senior Bowl Positional Players of the Week
Quarterback
Most Valuable Cameron Canales (Terry Fox Ravens)
Most Improved Tyler Fong (Mt. Douglas Rams)
Practice Effort Tyler Fong (Mt. Douglas Rams)
Running Back
Most Valuable Cory Constantin (Howe Sound Sounders & Langley Stampeders)
Most Improved Kris Davidson (Clarence Fulton Maroons)
Practice Effort Alex Godlien (Columbia Valley Bighorns)
Receiver
Most Valuable Kyle Kawamoto (Handsworth Royals)
Most Improved Kyle Patchell (Kelowna Owls)
Practice Effort Anthony Belmonte (Notre Dame Jugglers)
Offensive Line
Most Valuable Cameron Brown (Nechako Valley Vikings)
Most Improved Tony Ganton (Sands Scorpions)
Practice Effort Alexander Agnoletto (Terry Fox Ravens)
Defensive Line
Most Valuable Brodie Squire (Mark Isfeld Polar Bears)
Most Improved Jamie Ferguson (Mt. Douglas Rams)
Practice Effort Kyle Griffioen (Langley Stampeders)
Linebacker
Most Valuable Paytin Chang (Kelowna Owls)
Most Improved Jaryd Quinn Lobo (Cowichan Valley Bulldogs)
Practice Effort Taylor Saine (Nanaimo Redmen)
Defensive Back
Most Valuable Jaxxen Wylie (John Barsby Bulldogs)
Most Improved Tanner Hamade (WJ Moaut Hawks)
Practice Effort Jayden Ockenden (Norkam Saints)
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