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Monday, August 312009 Semi Finals
The Drillers have earned a berth straight to semi finals with their second place finish in the Alberta Football League. The Drillers will use the much needed rest to prepare for the match up against the Calgary Wolfpack who won their quarterfinal matchup 19-3 over the Calgary Gators. The Wolfpack(#3) will make the trip up North for the second time this season for a much anticipated matchup. This time a berth to the AFL final is on the line in this semi final game. A win would send the Grande Prairie Drillers into its first berth in a League championship game. The wolfpack are no stranger to victory having captured many league and national titles. The last time these two clubs met the Drillers hung onto victory with a 54-49 offensive shootout. The Edmonton Stallions(#4) defeated the Parkland Panthers(#5) in the other quarterfinal matchup. The first place Llyodminister Vandals will host the Edmonton Stallions in the other semi final.
Wednesday, January 21
Drillers Annual General Meeting
The Drillers held their AGM on Thursday, January 15 2009. President James Kostuk has stepped down from the president position to free some time. James is the founder of the Drillers and has been president 4 out of 5 years. A new Past President executive position was created in order to keep James active without as much commitment.
Cory Spilchen has stepped up to be the new drillers president for the 2009 season. All other executive positions wil remain the same.
Vice President- John Simpson
Secretary- Amos Aldred
Media Relations- Clint Rowney
Treasury- Tim Schamehorn
Financial Director- Rod Hartman
VP Player Relations- Grant Wert
Good luck executive for the 2009 season
Tuesday, January 6
2008 AFL League Allstars
2008 Alberta Football League All Stars Selected
The Grande Prairie Drillers had 9 players named to the 2008 Allstar team at the year end meeting held on Oct26. Players were selected by league executives. Drillers had 4 players named to the 1st Allstar Team and 5 players named to the 2nd Allstar Team. Here is a list by position of the 2008 award winners. Brent (SUPERMAN) Fulmek was named 3 times with 1 League award. Congrats!!
Quarterback2nd Team: Nathan Aldred DrillersSecond in the League in passing with 1569 yards Wide Receiver1st Team: Brent Fulmek Drillers Second in the league with 549 yards receptions 2nd Team: Tyler Fulmek Drillers Offensive Line1st Team: Clayton Siemens Drillers2nd Team: Brent Richards Drillers Line Backer1st Team: Tyler Boyd Drillers6th in league in tackles 2nd Team: Amos Aldred Drillers 2nd in league in tackles Half Back1st Team: James Kostuk DrillersLed the league with 40 tackles. Had 2 interception with 6 knockdowns 2nd Team: William Quintal Drillers Kick Off Returner1st Team: Brent Fulmek Drillersled the league with 336 yards on returns Punt Returner1st Team: Brent Fulmek Drillersled the league with 680 yards in returns 2008 League Award WinnersMVP Special Teams: WR Brent Fulmek Grande Prairie Drillers
Tuesday, October 28
2008 Season comes to a close after disappointing loss
A disappointing loss for the drillers on Sunday losing 42-21. The game was extremely close all game. The score was tied 7-7 after the first quarter. The drillers were up 21-14 at half time. The vandals tied the score up 21-21 in the third quarter. With 12 minutes left in the fourth quarter the Drillers gave up two quick touchdowns to go down 35-21. They were never able to recover before finally giving up one more with minutes remaining. Qb Nathan Aldred had a strong performance completing 23 out of 34 attempts for 331 yards passing and Rushing for 45 yards on 6 carries. Receiver Brent Fulmek had 5 catches for 109 yards and 2 touchdowns. Running Back Kevin Winnicky had 5 receptions for 95 yards and 1 touchdown. Tyler Fulmek rounded out the scoring going 3 for 3 on convert attempts. The Defense was led by safety Greg DuCloux who had 7 solo tackles and 3 assisted. The defense had 1 interception and 1 QB sack. The Drillers had a strong season. The Drillers have now made the post season all 5 years since joining the league. Best of luck to the Calgary Wolfpack and Llyodminister Vandals who will play for the AFL championship. The winner will play for the National title in Calgary
Monday, September 8
Drillers move to Semi Finals with win over GATORS
The Drillers win Quarter final game vs Calgary Gators The Grande Prairie Drillers played the Calgary Gators on the weekend. The Drillers won the game 48-27. This is the fifth consecutive year the drillers have made the post season. The Drillers had a strong offence performance against the Gators. Qb Nathan Aldred led the offence going 18 of 25 with 370 yards passing. WR Brent Fulmek had 132 yards receiving with 5 receptions. SB John Warr had 7 receptions for 127 yards. The Defense played exceptional when needed and gave the offence good field postion all day. Linebacker Tyler Boyd led the defence with 1 QB sack, 4 solo and 5 assisted tackles. Defense Halfback James Kostuk had 1 interception, 5 solo and 4 assisted tackles.
Monday, July 28
gators steal game from drilles
Gators steal the game from the Drillers winning 11-7. Missed opportunities in red zone led to the demise of the drillers on saturday. Calgary kicker stole the show. Full game details can be read at the Daily Herald Tribune. http://www.dailyheraldtribune.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1133091
Our thoughts and prayers will be with the Morin Family this week. Surgery has been delayed until this week.
Thursday, July 3
Drillers beat pack on the road
DRILLERS STILL IMPROVING
The Grande Prairie Drillers traveled to Calgary this past weekend to battle the always tough Calgary Wolfpack. Despite some penalty trouble and adversity the drillers battled through to beat the wolfpack 44-42.
Game summary: 1st quarter- Qb Nathan Aldred rushed for a 30 yard td run. Tyler Fulmek kicked a field goal. Rb Kevin Winnicky rushed for a 44 yard td. Tyler Fulmek kicked a rouge. No scoring second quarter. The drillers went into halftime down 28-18.
3rd quarter set the tone for the rest of the game. The drillers got 20 unanswered points in the 3rd quarter. Kevin Winnicky rushed for his 2nd td of the game with a 10 yd run. Nathan Aldred rushed for his 2nd td of the game with a 1 yd run. And Rb Brendan Urness rushed for a 11 yd td. Brent Fulmek caught a pass for td. Tyler Fulmek rounded out the scoring with 4 converts.
The drillers defense stepped up big when needed and eliminated wolfpack drives.
Tuesday, June 17
AFL 2008 season kick off
AFL SEASON KICKS OFF
The Grande Prairie Drillers kicked off their 2008 season at home against the Edmonton Seahawks this past Saturday. The Drillers won the game 62-0. The season opener allowed both teams to knock off some rust. GP touchdowns scored by Kevin Winnicky(2), Tyler Fulmek(2), James Kostuk(1), Holdyn Lorenz(1), Donald Jones(1), Colton Hodges(1), Tyler Fulmek rounded out the scoring with a field goal and two singles. The Drillers also had 2 touchdowns called back on penalties.Despite the victory the Drillers have some work to do to prepare for their next tilt against the Calgary Wolfpack. The Drillers will have a Bye in Week #2. They will travel to McMahon stadium in Calgary to play the wolfpack on Saturday, June 21 with a 7:30 kickoff.
Tuesday, October 28
2007 All Star team
8 Drillers were named to the 2007 AllStar team
1st Team Allstars
Wr-Brent Fulmek
Lb-Todd Seely
DE-Cordell Badger
2nd Team Allstars
Qb-Nathan Aldred
Wednesday, April 19
Equipment Issue
Stu Schollardt/Nathan Aldred/Amos Aldred are now issuing equipment for the 2006 season. Please see these gentleman to get your equipment. No equipment will be issued until you pay your money.
Hockey tournament
Hockey Tourney
Hey guys, Kevin Winnicky is putting together a team to play in Falher. If you are a good hockey player please call asap to book your spot There is prize money to be won Kevin 882-2493
2005 team photos
Hey guys,
Some of you had ordered team photos at the 2005 windup. I have talked with Maurice at MT action photography and he will be contacting you all shortly with the pictures. He apologizes for the tardiness but has been extremely busy with Hockey etc.
If you were not at the windup and would like to purchase a team photo you can contact Maurice at mtrudeau@cablerocket.com
He will be more than happy to help you out in any way. Happy footballing.
Later
James
New 2006 Executive
The Drillers had their 2006 AGM on Jan 19,2006. We had some resignations and some new positions added. Welcome to the new 2006 executive
2006 Executive Committee
President EldonWyant
Vice President Cory Rigler
Secretary Shane Morin
Financial Director Rod Hartman
Media Relations James Kostuk
Treasury Mark Owens
VP Player Relations GrantWert
Drillers Season comes to an End
The Grande Prairie Drillers had a fantastic second year in the AFL. The Drillers finished the regular season in Second place with a 7-2 record. The Drillers secured a bye to semifinals with home field advantage. Unfortunately the Drillers lost 54-6 to the Calgary Wolfpack. The GP Drillers should be very pleased with their 2005 season
Drillers Clothing
GP Drillers clothing can now be purchased at Ernies Source For Sports.
An assortment of shirts,pants and hats can be purchased to help support your Grande Prairie Drillers Football Team
Celebrity Slowpitch game
The Grande Prairie Drillers had 5 members play in this years Celebrity Slowpitch Game. The game was between CFL legends/GP Drillers and the GP firefighters Association. All proceeds from this fundraiser went to GP Burn Society. Thank you to all players,friends and family who supported this worthy event
Channel 7
Channel 7 are going to televise all of the Grande Prairie Drillers Home Games for the 2004 Football season
Come out and cheer on your local mens senior football team.
Fundraiser a Success
Wind, rain and snow didn't stop a number of the Grande Prairie Drillers football players in participating at the OILMANS OILympics.
This was the first fundraiser for our team. The GP Drillers provided security at the Beer Garderns for this first time event. A BIG thank you goes out to all of the players and spouses who braved the cold to help out the Team.
Welcome Back
Doug Stenberg has recently returned from his three month trip to Mexico. Doug is the Head Coach for the GP Drillers.
The team is excited to have you back in sunny Grande Prairie.
DRILLERS defeat Calgary Thunder
It was a close hard fought game in Grande Prairie. The Drillers were in control most of the game with their 28-20 Victory. Simon Pfau had a break out game at slot back with six catches for 209 yards. The Defense was outstanding only allowing the Calgary offense to score 1 TD. Linebacker Todd Seely had 7 tackles and 2 QB sacks.
NEW COACH
Trevor Prichard has accepted the assistant head coach position with the Grande Prairie Drillers. Trevor has a true love of the game of football. Trevor has many years coaching experience with the Sexsmith Sabres football program. Trevor is also coaching Team Alberta this year.
Everyone thank Trevor when you see him next.
2004 Game Schedule
The 2004 game schedule was voted on at the AGM in Calgary. Each team will play each other once per season. Home team will alternate each year. Top six teams will advance to the playoffs with the Top 2 teams having a bye to semi finals.