JULY 2026 LONDON BEEFEATERS NEWSLETTER ICYMI THE 2026 SCHEDULE IS HERE!  The Beefeater regular season schedule begins on August 15th in Belleville against the Quinte Riptide and goes until October 3rd in Burlington’s Nelson Stadium against the Hamilton Hurricanes. The OFC playoffs begin the weekend of October 10th with the OFC Final the following week. On the October 24th weekend the OFC Champion hosts the PFC Champion with the winner heading to BC for the Canadian Bowl on November 8th. The full Beefeater schedule can be found on our website. GET YOUR SEASON PASSES TODAY! This is the BEST way to take in all the action this season! This year, we've packed them with more than just a seat in the stands. From VIP early entry to your very own "Bring a Friend' pass, being a season pass holder is the best way to support the Beefeaters!  Your 2026 Season Pass includes:
✅ Admission to all 4 Regular Season Home Games
✅ VIP pass and lanyard (Including Early Admission!)
✅ 10% Off Team Merchandise at the Beefs Gameday Store
✅ $5.00 Off One 6-pack Beefs ‘Line of Scrimmage’ Lager
✅ 'Bring a Friend' Voucher (1 single-game ticket) Don't miss a single snap - get your pass today! INTRODUCING YOUR 2026 COACHING STAFF                   The coaching staff is deeply rooted in the team's legacy: Pawel (2022), Haylen (2016), Noah (2017–18), John (2007), Cam (2015–16), Mario (2008), and Devon (2021) are all proud Beefeater alumni. The family connections run just as deep—Mackenzie is the son of alumnus James Duwyn, and Zach is the son of alumnus and Team President Rob Annen and Athletic Director Jen Annen. COMING THIS SEPTEMBER - LONDON BEEFEATERS GOLF CLASSIC! We are excited to announce that this year’s Annual Golf Tournament has moved to September to coincide with our Hall of Fame Game weekend. It’s the ultimate opportunity to reconnect with former teammates, celebrate our history, and support the next generation of athletes. The tournament kicks off with a 1:30PM shotgun start, featuring a prize purse split across three competitive flights and individual skill challenges.  Every registration directly funds our 2026 operational costs—from player safety and medical staff to equipment and travel - ensuring the Beefeaters tradition remains as strong as ever.
Come for the Hall of Fame game on Saturday, then cap off the weekend on the golf course on Sunday and help us keep the "Beefs" legacy growing on and off the field.  To help make this the ultimate weekend experience for our alumni and supporters, we are offering exclusive Hall of Fame Weekend Bundles!
Every Yard Counts - Join the Drive!110 Yards. $50 a Yard. One Team For $50, you can sponsor one yard of our 2026 season. Whether it's keeping the lights on at practice or getting the bus to the next away game, every yard gets us closer to the endzone. Cost: $50 Impact: 100% for the Beefeaters  This fundraiser is running all season long, and you can choose to make a one-time gift or set up a recurring monthly gift to support the team. FUELING THE FUTURE OF THE BEEFS    We are incredibly proud to announce and welcome some of our key 2026 team sponsors who are stepping up to fuel the future of Beefeaters Football this season! A massive thank you to Carstar London East & West, Dmac Automation, Silverthorn Landscape Supplies, and BioSteel for their outstanding commitment to local elite sports. Their generous support directly impacts our player safety, equipment upgrades, and travel logistics, ensuring our athletes have everything they need to compete at the highest level. Please join us in thanking these fantastic organizations, and be sure to support the businesses that support the Beefs!  We’re always excited to welcome new local businesses into the Beefeaters family! Partnering with the Beefs is a great way to boost your brand's visibility while directly supporting player safety, upgraded equipment, and travel for our athletes. Whether it’s game-day signage or digital promotion, we offer flexible sponsorship packages tailored to your business. If you’d like to team up with us for the 2026 season, we’d love to chat! Beefeaters team up with Western UniversityThe London Beefeaters are taking player development to the next level. Through a dynamic partnership with Western University’s Community Engaged Learning (CEL) program, the Beefeaters have officially developed a first-of-its-kind Athlete Wellness Hub, designed to support players both on and off the turf. GOING ABOVE AND BEYOND The project saw Western students immerse themselves fully into the Beefeaters' culture. To truly understand the needs of the team, students attended practices and games, interacting directly with players, coaches, and support staff. Their dedication was evident from the start, with the organization noting that the group "gave 150%" to ensure the project’s success.  Carrie & Jen and the OT students at the CEL showcase in February "They went above and beyond what we thought could be done in such a short period of time. They gained a better understanding of the team’s culture and developed a player survey to learn exactly what our athletes need regarding wellness and sports performance." EVIDENCE-INFORMED RESOURCES After surveying the roster, the CEL team compiled data to identify the most critical areas of interest for the players. The result? A comprehensive, evidence-informed digital resource hub. Recognizing that players prefer quick, visual information, the students created:
A GAME-CHANGER FOR RECRUITING AND THE LEAGUE The Beefeaters have already rolled out the app to the entire squad during the off-season. Not only will this serve as a vital tool for current players, but it has also become a centerpiece of the team’s recruiting package, showing prospective talent that the Beefeaters invest in the "whole athlete." The Beefeaters are thrilled with the results of this collaboration and are already looking forward to partnering with the CEL program again next year. By bridging the gap between academic research and athletic performance, the London Beefeaters are ensuring their players have the tools they need to succeed long after the final whistle blows. OTHER OFC/CJFL/BEEFEATER NEWS 🔸Sad news from Montreal as Claudio LaDeluca, the voice of the St Leonard Cougars home games when the Cougars were in the OFC, has passed away after a long illness. 🔸Beefeaters Alumnus and former Head Coach, Jesse Maddox has parted ways with the Langley Rams of the BCFC. CALLING ALL ALUMNI: Help us preserve Beefeater History Do you have any old photos, scrapbooks, or classic Beefeater memorabilia tucked away in the back of a closet or stored in a box in the basement? We want to see them!
We are looking to celebrate our shared history, and your keepsakes are the best way to tell our story. Whether it’s a championship photo, a vintage jersey, or a clipping from a memorable game, please consider sharing it with us.
How to contribute:
Help us bring the past into the present for the next generation of players and fans!   Do you have a photo or an item like these, share them with us. FROM THE VAULT   Jim Stevenson Copyright © 2026 London Beefeaters Football, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is:  |
