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News Archive
Updated Schedules
[Updated: May 20, 2010]
The Schedule for the 2010 season has now been updated to include game times and fields. The season begins the weekend of May 29/30.
2010 Schedules Announced
[Updated: April 27, 2010]
The Schedule for the 2010 season has now been announced for all four teams - Peewee, Bantam, Junior Varsity, and Varsity. The season begins the weekend of May 29/30.
2010 Spring Camp Change in Times
[Updated: February 28, 2010]
A few changes to the times for the 2010 Spring Camp have been made. Ensure you review the spring camp times. There have been no changes to the dates.
Spring Camp Equipment Rental
[Updated: February 17, 2010]
LMFA storage facility-100 Bessemer Road
- Requirements:
- Impression of credit card – Master Card or Visa
- Drivers Licence number
- Fee is $45:00
- DATES:
- PEEWEE players:
- Sunday - March 21 - from 10 am. to 2:00 pm.
- Wednesday - March 24 - from 7 pm. to 9 pm.
- BANTAM players:
- Sunday - March 28 - from 10 am to 2:00 pm.
- Wednesday - March 31 - from 7 pm to 9 pm.
- Coach Darnell:
Indoor Training
[Updated: February 17, 2010]
Peewee & Bantam: 6:30 to 8:00 pm
JV & Varsity – 8:00 to 9:30 pm
- Thursday, February 25
- Friday, March 5
- Friday, March 12
- Friday, March 26
2010 Spring Camp
[Updated: January 12, 2010]
Dates, times and location for the 2010 Spring Camp are now available.
2010 Registration
[Updated: December 2, 2009]
Information about registration for the 2010 season is now available.
Memories of the Thunderbirds' 2009 Season
[Updated: August 17, 2009]
The following is available on disk:
Peewee:
- cd with pictures from spring camp, practices and 6 games
- 5x7 team photo
- a cd with pictures of semi finals and championship game and banquet
- 5x7 championship team photo.
Junior Varsity:
- cd with banquet and spring camp and game photos
Please contact:
Photos from Peewee Championship & Team Banquet
[Updated: August 17, 2009]
Photos from the SCOFL AA Peewee Championship Game and the Team Banquet are now available.
SCOFL Peewee Championship
[Updated: August 15, 2009]
Congratulations to the Thunderbirds Peewee team on winning the SCOFL AA Championship at Ivor Wynne Stadium.
From the opening kickoff the Thunderbirds dominated the Championship game and defeated the Clarington Tiger-Cats 28-0 .
Championship Game
MVP:
- Offense - #22: Andrew Russ
- Defense - #2: Mackenzie Wilkinson
Once again, congratulations Thunderbirds on a great inaugural season!
West Division Finals Results
[Updated: August 10, 2009]
Peewee:
In spite of a very determined effort by Niagara, the Peewee Thunderbirds took control of the game in the second half and defeated the Storm 15-6 to win the AA West Division.
The Thunderbirds will play for the SCOFL AA Championship on Saturday August 15 at Ivor Wynne Stadium in Hamilton at 9 am.
Junior Varsity:
The game was a defensive struggle from start to finish. Unfortunately with the heavy rain and the strong performances by both defenses a single point would hold up as the final score. Storm 1 - Thunderbirds 0.
Team Banquet Information
[Updated: July 27, 2009]
Information about the 2009 Team Banquet is now available.
West Division Finals Game Times Announced
[Updated: July 31, 2009]
The West Division Finals game times, to be played on Saturday, August 8, have been announced. The Peewee team will play at 12:00pm and the JV team will play at 2:20pm. Both games will be home games, played at Westminster S.S..
Game 8 Results
[Updated: July 27 2009]
Peewee: With their 22-7 win over the Niagara Storm the Peewee Thunderbirds finished regular season play with a 5-3 record.
Junior Varsity: The JV team dominated the game in all three areas and posted a convincing 25-0 win over the Niagara Storm .
The Thunderbirds will now host both the Peewee and JV West Division Finals on Saturday August 8.
Game 7 Results
[Updated: July 19, 2009]
Midway into the 1st quarter the Peewee Thunderbirds steadily took charge on both sides of the football and posted their fourth win of the season with a 27-0 victory over the Clarington Tigercats.
A victory next week ensures the team a home playoff (semifinal) game.
The Junior Varsity Thunderbirds kept their playoff hopes alive by posting a 15-7 victory over the Clarington Knights.
Next week's home game marks the end of the regular season and will determine playoff positioning.
Game 6 Results
[Updated: July 15, 2009]
Peewee: Huronia 7 - Thunderbirds 0
The peewee offense came away empty on several opportunities in the red zone. Our defense played another good game.
Junior Varsity: Burlington 21 - Thunderbirds 2
Once again our defense played an excellent game holding off the high scoring Stampeders, trailing 7-2 with 6 minutes left in the game. Unfortunately some tough breaks led to the final result.
Game 5 Results
[Updated: July 5, 2009]
After trailing 16-0 in the 2nd quarter and 22-16 in the 4th quarter, the Peewee Thunderbirds mounted a dramatic 60 yard drive to score the winning touch down with 20 seconds left in the game to defeat the previously undefeated Dolphins 23-22.
The JV Thunderbirds led from start to finish in a defensively dominated contest winning 9-5.
Game 5 Time Confirmation
[Updated: June 25, 2009]
The correct game time for Saturday June 27 have how been published. Game times are as follows:
- Peewee @ 12:00pm
- Junior Varsity @ 2:30pm
Game 4 Results
[Updated: June 20, 2009]
The Junior Varsity offence played an error free game and scored 3 touchdowns, while our defense thwarted a determined Predator team.
- Forest City Thunderbirds: 19
- Twin City Predators: 00
The Peewee Thunderbirds scored 10 points in each half to record their second win of the season. Once again our defense played a terrific game.
- Forest City Thunderbirds: 20
- Oakville Titans: 08
Game 3 Results
[Updated: June 16, 2009]
The peewee Thunderbirds played hard against the undefeated Steel City Steelers but lost by a score of 8-6 when their two point conversion was stopped just short of the goal line.
After a strong opening quarter the JV Thunderbirds gave up 21 unanswered points in the second quarter and were defeated by the Steelers 48-10.
Game 2 Results
[Updated: June 8, 2009]
After trailing the Niagara Storm 37-12 at the end of three quarters, the Junior Varsity Thunderbirds stormed back in the 4th quarter but fell short by a score of 37-32.
The Peewee Thunderbirds dominated the Niagara Storm in all three phases of the game to post a convincing 34-0 victory.
Photos from the game are available.
Roster Update
[Updated: June 5, 2009]
The roster for games on Sunday June 7 have now been posted.
June 7 Game Time Change
[Updated: June 5, 2009]
The times for the Peewee and Junior Varsity games on Sunday June 7 have changed. The Junior Varsity game will now be at 1:00pm and the Peewee game will be at 4:00pm.
Game 1 Results
[Updated: June 1, 2009]
The FCTBirds had a difficult time with Chatham-Kent dropping both their Peewee and JV games on Sunday. The Peewee team lost a very close game by a single point, while the JV team had a more difficult time. Photos from the Peewee game are available in the Photos area.
June 20 Game Time Change
[Updated: May 24, 2009]
The JV Schedule and Peewee Schedule have been updated with game time changes for the June 20th games.
Exhibition Game Photos
[Updated: May 11, 2009]
Photos from the May 9 exhibition game against York-Simcoe Bucs have been added.
Coaches Bios Updated
[Updated: May 11, 2009]
Information about Coach Kyle Robinson has been added.
Titles for a few other coaches have been updated.
Game Times Announced
[Updated: May 6, 2009]
The schedule for Junior Varsity and Peewee has now been updated to include game times.
Photo Updated
[Updated: May 6, 2009]
Photos of the 2009 season are being updated on a continuous basis. Be sure to check out all the new photos. You can be an active member of the photo community by submitting your own photos to photos@fctbirds.ca.
Coaches' Bios Updated
[Updated: April 23, 2009]
Bios for Cal Simpson and Severo Rodriguez have been post.
Lots of Spring Camp Photos
[Updated: April 18, 2009]
Numerous recent photos from the 2009 Spring Football Camp "Under The Lights" @ TD Waterhouse Stadium have been posted. Be sure to check the Photos page often for updated pictures of the Forest City Thunderbirds Football Club in action.
More Spring Camp Photos
[Updated: April 9, 2009]
Photos from days two, three, and four of the 2009 Spring Football Camp "Under The Lights" @ TD Waterhouse Stadium have been posted.
First Photos of 2009 Season
[Updated: April 8, 2009]
Photos from the first day of the 2009 Spring Football Camp "Under The Lights" @ TD Waterhouse Stadium have been posted.
2009 Schedule Updates
[Updated: April 1, 2009]
Schedules for both the Junior Varsity and Peewee teams have been slightly revised. Check out the revised schedules:
Coaches' Bios Updated
[Updated: April 1, 2009]
Bios for Chris Marcus and Keith Kocins have been post.
Coaches' Bios Posted
[Updated: March 11, 2009]
Bios for each of the TBirds 2009 Coaches has been posted.
Former TBirds Star Declares for NFL Draft
[Updated: March 4, 2009]
Vaughn Martin, former Forest City Thunderbird (2003, 2004, 2005), has declared his eligibility for the 2009 National Football League draft. Read the full article in Western News from the University of Western Ontario.
Thunderwear
[Updated: February 28, 2009]
Thunderwear is now available for purchase. See the bottom right of this web page for products and pricing.
2009 Coaching Staff
[Updated: February 28, 2009]
The TBirds Coaching Staff for both Junior Varsity and Peewee teams have been finalized. Check out the staff at the right.
Dry Land Skills & Drills Program
[Updated: January 28, 2009]
Information about the Forest City Thunderbirds preseason indoor training program is now available.
2009 Schedules Released
[Updated: January 28, 2009]
Schedules for both the Junior Varsity and Peewee teams have now been released.
Spring Camp, On Location Registration Information
[Updated: January 3, 2009]
On Location registration and Spring Camp details have been finalized.
More Registration Information
[Updated: January 1, 2009]
More information about 2009 Registration is now available.
Peewee Team Announced
[Updated: December 12, 2008]
The Forest City Thunderbirds Football Club will field a new Peewee team beginning in 2009. The Peewee team will compete along with our Junior Varsity team in the South Central Ontario Football League. For more information please contact:
Registration details for the 2009 Spring Camp and Summer Season are currently being developed. Once they are available, information will be posted on this website.
2009 Season Registration
[Updated: October 5, 2008]
The Forest City Thunderbirds Football Club is taking registrations for our 2009 season. Potential players are asked to email their contact information (Name / Address / Phone # / Date of Birth / School / Height & Weight / Position) to fctbirds@golden.net.
More Banquet Photos
[Updated: August 20, 2008]
Some more photos from the recent Awards Banquet have been posted.
Award Winners and Photos
[Updated: August 19, 2008]
Award winners and photos from the 2008 FC TBrids Award Banquet are now available. Congratulations to all players. Thanks to Ted Banasiak (sportsphotos@sympatico.ca) for the photos.
Awards Banquet
[Updated: August 11, 2008]
The FC TBirds 2008 Awards Banquet will take place on Tuesday August 12 at Westminster Secondary School beginning at 6:00 pm.
Season Ends
[Updated: August 11, 2008]
After a loss to the Burlington Stampeders in the Semi-Final game, the FC TBirds season has come to an end. Information about the 2009 season will be posted when it becomes available, probably in February 2009.
Semi-final Game
[Updated: July 31, 2008]
The next game will be the semi-final game against the Burlington Stampeders on Sunday, August 3. The game will be played at McMaster University Stadium with kickoff at 2:45pm.
Regular Season Ends with Win!
[Updated: July 31, 2008]
The FC TBirds ended their regular season with a 28-06 win over the Clarington Knights. Offensive player of the game was Dustin Rice, while defensive Player of the game was Peter Morales.
Game 7 Photos
[Updated: July 21, 2008]
Photos from Game #7 against York-Simcoe are now available. Thanks to Ted Banasiak (sportsphotos@sympatico.ca) for the photos. Remember you can submit your photos to to photos@fctbirds.ca.
Game 7 Loss
[Updated: July 21, 2008]
After losing 19-10 to York-Simcoe last Saturday, the FC TBirds look to capture there next win against the Clarington Knights on Sunday, July 27. The game against Clarington is the final game of the regular season.
Game 6 Map
[Updated: July 11, 2008]
Maps to Les Prince field (the
new stadium) at McMaster University in Hamilton are available for the game at 2:45 pm on July 13, 2008.
Game 6 Change
[Updated: July 3, 2008]
The FC Tbirds next game has been moved from Nelson Stadium to Les Prince field (the
new stadium) at McMaster University in Hamilton. The game will be played at 2:45 pm on July 13, 2008.
Game 5 Photos
[Updated: July 1, 2008]
Photos from Game #5 against Huronia Stallions are now available. Thanks to Ted Banasiak (sportsphotos@sympatico.ca) for the photos. Remember you can submit your photos to to photos@fctbirds.ca.
Thanks Sponsors!
[Updated: June 17, 2008]
The Forest City Thunderbirds would like to graciously thanks all of the individuals and businesses who have sponsored the team for the 2008 Season.
Program Available
[Updated: June 16, 2008]
The 2008 Forest City Thunderbirds Program is available electronically. A small donation at home games will get you a printed version. Special thanks to Sportswood Printing (519-866-5558 or sales@sportswood.on.ca) for producing the program.
Game 4 Photos
[Updated: June 15, 2008]
Photos from Game #4 against Burlington Braves are now available. Thanks to Ted Banasiak (sportsphotos@sympatico.ca) for the photos. Remember you can submit your photos to to photos@fctbirds.ca.
TBirds Win!
[Updated: June 14, 2008]
The FC TBirds earned their first win of the season today with a 47-15 win over the Burlington Braves. The FC TBirds will continue to practice in preparation for a home game against the Huronia Stallions on June 28. Admission to all home games, played at Westminster SS (map), is free. There is no game on the weekend of June 21-22 as this is a bye week.
Injuries Hamper TBirds
[Updated: June 9, 2008]
After losing their starting quarterback for the season during the first drive of Game #1, and other key players suffering injuries, the FC TBirds are working hard on re-building. After their third loss of the season, they will look for their first win against the the Burlington Braves, at home, on Saturday, June 14. Admission to all home games, played at Westminster SS (map), is free.
Game 2 Results
[Updated: June 2, 2008]
The FC TBirds lost their opening home game to the Burlington Stampeders 42-08 on Saturday, May 31. The TBirds now look forward to their game against York-Simcoe on Sunday, June 8 at @ 7pm. Photos from Game #2 against Burlington Stampeders are available.
Game 1 Loss
[Updated: May 26, 2008]
The season began on Sunday with a loss to the home team Huronia Stallions. The FC TBirds will play for their first win of the season, during their first home game, on Saturday, May 31 @ 1:00. The game will be played at Westminster SS (map) in London.
Submit Your Photos
[Updated: May 9, 2008]
Do you have any photos of the FCTBirds? Want to have them displayed on the FCTBirds web site? Email your photos to photos@fctbirds.ca. When you submit photos, please provide any details you may have such as date, location, and event. If you would like credit for the photos, please included the information you would like displayed as the photo credit.
Randy McAuley Attends Camp
[Updated: April 30, 2008]
Randy McAuley, former Western Mustangs football star, attended Spring Camp on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 to motivate and coach the team.
2008 Coaches
[Updated: April 23, 2008]
Information about the 2008 Coaching Staff is now available.
2008 Schedule
[Updated: April 13, 2008]
The Forest City Thunderbirds 2008 schedule is now available. The playing season begins Sunday, May 25 with an away game against the Huronia Stallions.
2008 Spring Football Camp Information
[Updated: February 14, 2008]
The Forest City Thunderbirds have released the dates of the 2008 Spring Football Camp. The Camp will take place "Under The Lights" @ TD Waterhouse Stadium beginning in April.
2008 Registration - On Location
[Updated: January 13, 2008]
The Forest City Thunderbirds Football Club will hold on location registration during February and March. View the 2008 Registration - On Location page for more information.
2008 Registration
[Updated: November 13, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds Football Club is now accepting registrations for the 2008 playing season. More information is available by reading the 2008 Registration page.
2007 Highlight Video
[Updated: August 17, 2007]
Information about ordering the 2007 Highlight Video is now available.
Support FC TBirds
[Updated: August 16, 2007]
Support the FC TBirds by participating in any of the current fundraising initiatives.
Award Winners
[Updated: August 16, 2007]
The names of the 2007 Award Winners, announced at the Awards Banquet, are now available.
Awards Banquet Photos Available
[Updated: August 13, 2007]
Photos from the Annual Banquet, which took place on Saturday, August 11, 2007, are now available.
Season Ends with Semi-Final Loss
[Updated: August 6, 2007]
The FC TBirds are looking forward towards the 2008 season after a 24-07 loss to the Burlington Stampeders on Sunday, August 5, 2007 at Ivor Wynne Stadium. The FC TBirds will celebrate their 2007 season with their Awards Banquet and Silent Auction on Saturday August 11, 2007.
Fundraiser Hot-Dog BBQ
[Updated: August 2, 2007]
The FC TBirds will be holding a fundraiser hot-dog BBQ at Copps Buildall in Hyde Park (1640 Fanshawe Park Road West) on Monday, August 6, 2007 - the Civic Holiday.
Awards Banquet and Silent Auction
[Updated: August 2, 2007]
The FC Tbirds will hold their annual awards banquet and fundraiser (silent auction, raffle and door prizes) on Saturday August 11, 2007 at:
East Elgin Community Complex (in the Imperial Hall)
531 Talbot Street West on Hwy #3
Aylmer, Ontario
(519) 773-5631
The awards banquet and silent auction will be held from 6pm - 12:30am. The cost is $10 per person and children under 8 are free.
Semi-Final Game Information
[Updated: July 25, 2007]
The FC TBirds will play their semi-final game on Sunday, August 5, 2007. Kickoff will be at 3:30pm at Ivor Wynne Stadium. The TBirds will clash with the Burlington Stampeders.
Game Location Change
[Updated: July 19, 2007]
The FC TBirds game scheduled for Sunday, July 22, 2007 has been changed from Notre Dame to Lester B. Pearson High School. Here are directions from London:
- 401 east
- Exit 235 merging onto Hwy 403 east towards Brantford / Hamilton
- Take exit 105 for Walkers Line
- Turn left at Walkers Line
- Turn left at Palmer Dr.
- Turn right at Headon Road
- 1433 Headon Road (Upper Middle Road & Headon Road)
Regular Season Ends Sunday
[Updated: July 17, 2007]
The FC TBirds close the regular season this Sunday, July 22, 2007 again the Burlington Stampeders. This game comes after a loss to the Huronia Stallions 27-10. The TBirds enter the final game with a record of 4-3.
Game 6 Photos
[Updated: July 2, 2007]
Game Photos, courtesy of Ted Banasiak, are now available from Game 6 of Mississauga Thundering Herd @ Forest City Thunderbirds played on Saturday, June 30, 2007.
Three in a Row!
[Updated: July 1, 2007]
For the third straight week The Forest City Thunderbirds dominated the competition. In the final regular season home game the TBirds defeated the Thundering Herd 57-07. Their season record is now 4-2. In the past 3 games the TBirds have outscored their opponents 148-16. The TBirds are off next week, then conclude the season with two road games. Their next game is Sunday, July 15, 2007 against the Huronia Stallions, followed by a game on Sunday, July 22, 2007.
Two Game Win Streak!
[Updated: June 24, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds won their third game of the year, and second in a row, with a 34-03 win over the Mississauga Thundering Herd. The Thunderbirds record is now 3-2. The two teams play again this Saturday, June 30, 2007 in the second game of a home-and-home series. The game on Saturday, June 30, 2007 will be played at Westminster Secondary School (map), 230 Baseline Road West, London, beginning at 2:00pm.
TBirds Rise to .500
[Updated: June 18, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds won their second game of the year, raising their record to 2-2 with a 57-06 win over the Burlington Braves in their first away game of the season. The FC TBirds play their second away game of the year on Sunday, June 24, 2007 against the Mississauga Thundering Herd. The two teams will lock-up again on Saturday, June 30, 2007 in the second game of a home-and-home series. The game on Saturday, June 30, 2007 will be played at Westminster Secondary School (map), 230 Baseline Road West, London, beginning at 2:00pm.
TBirds Hit the Road
[Updated: June 9, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds hit the road for Game #4, their first away game, against the Burlington Braves. This follows a tough 69-01 loss to the Burlington Stampeders in their third straight home game of the season. Game photos, by Ted Banasiak, are available. Watch the TBirds challenge the Braves Sunday, June 17, @ 4 pm at Nelson Stadium in Burlington.
Schedule Change
[Updated: June 3, 2007]
Game #4, the Forest City Thunderbirds 1st away game, in Burlington that was scheduled for Saturday, June 16, @ 9:30am has been changed to Sunday, June 17, @ 4 pm at Nelson Stadium.
TBrids Fall to York-Simcoe
[Updated: June 3, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds lost to the York-Simcoe Jr. Bucs 37-06 on Saturday. Game photos, by Ted Banasiak, are available. The Thunderbirds play their next game, at home, on Saturday, June 9, 2007 @ 2:00pm. The game will take place at Westminster Secondary School (map), 230 Baseline Road West, London. Admission is FREE. Also, remember, a small donation at home games will get you a printed version of the 2007 Forest City Thunderbirds Program.
More Game #1 Photos
[Updated: May 31, 2007]
More game photos are now available from the Thunderbirds 26-6 win over the Ajax-Pickering Dolphins. Thanks to the photographers Ted Banasiak and Stephen Caslick.
FC TBirds Win!
[Updated: May 26, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds won their opening game of the 2007 season defeating the Ajax-Pickering Dolphins 26-6. The Thunderbirds will play their second home game of the 2007 season Saturday, June 2, 2007 @ 2:00pm versus the York Simcoe Jr. Bucks. The game will take place at Westminster Secondary School (map), 230 Baseline Road West, London. Admission is FREE.
Program Available
[Updated: May 25, 2007]
The 2007 Forest City Thunderbirds Program is available electronically. A small donation at home games will get you a printed version.
Game #1 this Saturday
[Updated: May 21, 2007]
Game #1 of the 2007 season will be played this Saturday, May 26 @ 2:00pm versus the AP Dolphins. The game will take place at Westminster Secondary School (map), 230 Baseline Road West, London.
Coaching Staff Finalized
[Updated: April 14, 2007]
The Coaching Staff for the Forest City Thunderbirds 2007 season has been finalized.
2007 Schedule Available
[Updated: April 14, 2007]
The Forest City Thunderbirds 2007 schedule is now available. The season begins with the first game, at home, on Saturday, May 28, 2007. The season concludes with the Championship Final scheduled for Sunday August 11.
Training Camp Dates Released
[Updated: January 29, 2007]
Information about the dates and times of Training Camp is now available. Also, information about the Thunderbirds Practice Schedule for the 2007 season are confirmed.
2007 On Location Registration
[Updated: January 21, 2007]
More information is available about registration for the 2007 Season. Players can register on location during February, March and April.
2007 Player Registration
[Updated: January 7, 2007]
Registration for the 2007 football season is now available.
Thunderbirds Find New Home!
[Updated: December 12, 2006]
The Forest City Thunderbirds have joined the South Central Ontario Football League (SCOFL) for the upcoming 2007 season. The Thunderbirds will field a team in the Junior Varsity division.
Details about the 2007 season are currently being developed. Once they are available, information will be posted here.
For more information, contact fctbirds@golden.net.
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