Updated May 11. Lots of reports from Als media! Logan! Wow Nik Lewis!

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Alouettes sign veteran kicker Ricky Schmitt. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 7 May 11 post for the details direct from Als media.

From May 1. Als release some players! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 7 May 1 post for the details direct from Als media.

From April 8. Jean St-Onge becomes the new French voice for Alouettes games on the Cogeco 98,5fm radio network! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 April 8 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 20. The NHL player surely not! Didn't think so but the headlines confused me for a second! Joe Thornton to suit up for the Alouettes! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 20 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 19. Kyries Hebert to kick off second edition of Lace it up. Football for her fundraiser! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 19 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 11. Alouettes solidify the defensive line. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 11 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 10. Alouettes to hold four open tryouts this spring. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 10 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 9. Alouettes pick up versatile running back Stefan Logan! I'm disappointed Stefan is not still at the BC Lions. Good pickup I say by the Als! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 9 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 6. Alouettes coaches to meet in Montreal next week. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 6 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 5. Alouettes to hold mini-camp in Florida from April 15-17. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 5 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Mar 3. Alouettes sign Billy Parker to a two-year extension. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Mar 3 post for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 28. Alouettes sign quarterback Dan LeFevour. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Feb 28post for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 27. Wow! Great signing by the Als I say! Alouettes sign free agent receiver Nik Lewis! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Feb 27 for the details direct from Als media. From my twitter on Feb 25. "#CFL! Wow! Nik Lewis now @MTLAlouettes ! He Legend! I not always been Cool with Nik though re he & @geroysimon on @heylandsberg @CFLonTSN" @MykAussie

From Feb 21. Alouettes add depth to the secondary. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Feb 21 for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 19. Alouettes sign Rouge et Or kicker Boris Bede. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Feb 19 for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 18. Alouettes sign defensive tackle Khalif Mitchell to a three-year deal. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Feb 18 for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 14. Alouettes to kick-off the 2015 CFL season. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 6 Feb 14 for the details direct from Als media.

Alouettes bring receiver Samuel Giguère home. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Feb 14 the 1st report for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 10. Als sign cornerback Geoff Tisdale to a new one-year deal. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Feb 10 report for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 7. Alouettes sign former NFL Arizona Cardinals quarterback John Skelton. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Feb 7 report for the details direct from Als media.

From Feb 4. Alouettes ink veteran Jerald Brown to a new one-year contract. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 the 2nd Feb 4 report for the details direct from Als media.

Alouettes re-sign running back Brandon Rutley, add Jordan Hall to roster. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 the 1st Feb 4 report for the details direct from Als media.

From Jan 31. Alouettes complete 2015 coaching staff. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 31 report for the details direct from Als media.

From Jan 28. The Montreal Alouettes announced on Wednesday that veteran receiver S.J. Green has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the club. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 28 report for the details direct from Als media.

From Jan 20. Listen now! New Als WR Fred Stamps on TSN 1260 Edmonton radio with Dave Jamieson. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 20 3rd report for the details.

Alouettes name Kavis Reed special teams coordinator. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 20 2nd report for the details direct from Al's media.

Turk Schonert to call offensive plays in 2015! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 20 1st report for the details direct from Al's media.

From Jan 17. Alouettes acquire four-time CFL all-star Fred Stamps. I like this signing. Great player! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 17 for the details direct from Al's media.

From Jan 8. Tom Higgins nominated for CFL Coach of the Year award! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 8 2nd post for the details direct from Al's media.

A mix of experience and new blood for the Alouettes offensive line! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 8 1st post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Jan 6. Alouettes keep Canadian talent home, sign Roy, Knowles and Zaleski. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 6 post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Jan 3. The Bear will be living in the Woods near Montreal for another 3 years! Alouettes stay strong on defence, sign Woods, Venable, Lavarias and Paxson to new deals! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 5 Jan 3 post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Dec 13. Alouettes sign local receiver Eric Deslauriers to a three-year contract extension. I met Eric outside the Als locker rooms a few years ago after a Playoff game in Winnipeg. He came up to me and told me how much he enjoyed watching my movie on DVD that Tom Fred CFL agent had given him a few weeks earlier. I luved the fact that a CFL player really liked it. Here are the details on the movie including the 2 min trailer and recent reviews. http://total-cfl.com/discussion/index.php?topic=475.0
Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 Dec 13 post for the details on Eric direct from Al's media.

From Dec 9. Als ink running back Tyrell Sutton to a three-year contract extension. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 Dec 9 post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Dec 5. Carter and Woods named to the 2014 CFL All-star team. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 Dec 5 post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Dec 3. Alouettes sign linebacker Chip Cox to a new three-year deal. Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 Dec 3 post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Nov 25. Party with the Alouettes' Cheerleaders as part of the 102nd Grey Cup! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 Nov 25 post for the details direct from Al's media.

From Nov 18. Jerald Brown earns Defensive Player of the Week honours! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 the Nov 18 post direct from Al's media.

From Nov 15. An unforgettable afternoon in store for fans at McGill! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 the Nov 15 post direct from Al's media.

From Nov 9. Alouettes to host the Eastern Semi-Final on November 16! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 the Nov 9 post direct from Al's media.

From Nov 4. Carter, Woods, Perrett, Whyte and Knapton named Alouettes' Most Outstanding Players! Refer below or the top left hand corner for the report page 4 the Nov 5 post direct from Al's media.

From Nov 4. Duron Carter earns CFL Offensive Player of the week honours! Refer below for the report Nov 4 post, page 4 direct from Al's media.

From Nov 3. Alouettes clinch 19th straight playoff berth! Refer below for the report Nov 3 post, page 4 direct from Al's media.

From Oct 30. The Alouettes and Purolator team up to tackle hunger! Refer below for the report Oct 30 post, page 4 direct from Al's media.

From Oct 22. Alouettes add a pair of Montrealers to the practice roster. Refer below for the report Oct 22 post, page 4 direct from Al's media.

From Oct 16. Alouettes release quarterback Troy Smith. Refer below for the report Oct 16 post, page 4 direct from Al's media.

From Oct 7. Alouettes add six players to the practice roster. Refer below for the report Oct 7 post, page 4 direct from Al's media.

From Sept 30. Does a bear sh..t in the woods? Wow! What a name the Als star has!

Bear Woods earns CFL Defensive Player of the Week honours again! Refer below for the report Sept 30 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From Sept 9. Woods and Rodgers earn player of the week honours! Refer below for the report Sept 9 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From Aug 11. The Alouettes announced on Monday that Erik Campbell has been relieved of his duties with the team and that Turk Schonert has been appointed as receivers coach. Jeff Garcia is now the quarterbacks coach. I'm wondering if he might play QB this year for the Al's! Refer below for the report Aug 11 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From Aug 6. Alouettes announced on Wednesday that the club has added international receiver and return specialist James Rodgers from Oregon State University Beavers to the practice roster. Refer below for the report Aug 6 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From Aug 4. Alouettes announced on Monday that former CFL and NFL quarterback Jeff Garcia has joined the team's coaching staff. Refer below for the report Aug 4 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From July 31. Alouettes announced on Wednesday that Don Matthews and Turk Schonert have joined the coaching staff as consultants. Refer below for the report July 31 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From July 16. Dahrran Diedrick returns to the Alouettes, Jonathan Crompton and Kyler Elsworth added to roster. Refer below for the report July 16 post, page 3 direct from Al's media

From July 14. Alouettes place Jamaan Webb on six-game injured list. Refer below for the report July 14 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From July 8. Former Alouettes head coach Marc Trestman, who is now head coach of the Chicago Bears will attend the Alouettes game against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. John Bowman gets Defensive player of the week nod. Refer below for the report July 8 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From June 22. Als transactions! Star receiver Jamel Richardson released due to a injury problem. A statement from Jim Popp! 2 report are below June 22 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From June 21. Watch now! Reporters interviewing Chad after the game. http://cfl.ca/video/index/id/97599

Als receiver Chad Johnson feeling the love in Montreal! There are some funny comments by Chad in this article!
http://www.montrealgazette.com/touch/sports/receiver+Johnson+feeling+love+Montreal/9956444/story.html?rel=873605

From June 18. Training camp report day 18! Report is below June 18 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From June 17. Training camp report day 17! Legendary quarterback Anthony Calvillo paid his former teammates a visit. The full report is below June 17 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From June 16. Alouettes transactions! Sad to see that one of my favorite CFL players Jerome Messam has been released. Training camp day 16 report. Reports are below June 16 post, page 3 direct from Al's media.

From June 12. Training camp report day 11! Report is below June 12 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 10. Training camp report day 10! Report is below June 10 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 9. Alouettes relieve Rick Worman of his duties! Report is below June 9 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

Training camp report day 8! Report is below June 9 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 6. Training camp report day 5! NFL scouts from the NFL Houston Texans and Chicago Bears were in attendance on Thursday, closely watching the Alouettes practice! Report is below June 6 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 5. Training camp report day 4! Report is below June 5 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 4. Training camp report day 3 direct from Al's media! Report is below June 4 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 3. Training camp report day 2! Report is below June 3 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From June 2. Al's training camp day 1! Report is below June 2 post, page 2 direct from Al's media.

Alouettes transactions! Report is below, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From May 28. Chad is in Montreal! The Montreal Alouettes invited members of the media to meet wide receiver Chad Johnson Wednesday, May 28 at 12:30 p.m. at Cleghorn Room in McGreer Hall at Bishop's University, where the team is already set up.

From may 27. Alouettes sign six of their 2014 draft picks! Report below, page 2 direct from Al's media.

From May 26. 2014 Alouettes training camp schedule. Direct from Al's media. Note the last line "Please note that this schedule is subject to change." Charles Rooke. There may not be any CFL training camps! Hope there are though! Refer below May 26, page 2 for the report.

From May 14. Alouettes draft eight, including Carabin offensive lineman David Foucault! Refer below page 2 for a detailed report direct from Al's media.

From May 7. Direct from Al's media. Alouettes great Scott Flory retires after a glorious 15-year career! For the details refer below, the May 7 post.
 
From May 5. News direct from Al's media. Alouettes return to Bishop's University for 2014 training camp! For the details refer below, the May 5 post.

From May 3. An exciting 2014 season in store for Alouettes fans! Lots of details direct from Al's media. Refer below the May 3 post.

From April 26. Direct from Al's media. Alouettes to host inaugural football coaching clinic today Sat April 26. Refer below the latest post I added April 22 for the details.

From April 17. Wow! Yeh! Chad Johnson signs with the Al's. Refer below the latest post for the news direct from Al's media. Watch a interview with Chad from the Al's mini-camp http://cfl.ca/video/index/id/95565

From April 13. This is good! From Al's media. Montreal Alouettes statement regarding Chad Johnson.

Montreal, April 12, 2014 - Montreal Alouettes General Manager Jim Popp issued the following statement regarding receiver Chad Johnson on Saturday:

"We do expect to meet with Chad Johnson and work him out in Vero Beach, FL this week. Talks did take place and have escalated over the last week." Charles Rooke

From April 11. TSN Radio 690 Becomes the new home of the Montreal Alouettes with multi-year broadcast rights agreement. Refer below for the report direct from Al's media. The TSN analyst will be Dave Mudge. Refer below to watch my interview with Dave in the Bombers locker rooms when he was a Bombers player.

From April 10. Refer below for more Al's news that comes to me direct from Al's media!

Al's mini-camp details.

Montreal to host 2014 HOF game and gala.

From Mar 6. The Al's coaching staff including 1st season coach, Champ Anwar Stewart who is the Defensive Quality Control Coach.

From Feb 26. Arland Bruce III released and a Feb 27 chat re this on http://www.twitter.com/MykAussie , Larry Taylor returns, Al's team up with Labatt, Al's sign CB/KR Mike Edwards, Al's Florida mini camp details.

Direct from Al's media. Montreal, February 24, 2014 - Montreal Alouettes owner Bob Wetenhall is pleased to announce Tom Higgins as his selection to be the 21st Head Coach of the Football Club.

"As I've expressed to the media in recent weeks, I wanted to continue with the formula which has brought us the success we've enjoyed these past 17 years; having a full-time Head Coach and a full-time General Manager to fill each of these positions," declared Wetenhall. "The criteria we established for our next head coach was to find an individual familiar with the CFL; someone with success in that position and a background as a position coach. In addition, we sought an individual with a record for molding and delivering championship teams. In Tom's seven years as a head coach he won three Division Championships along with a Grey Cup, and twice earned recognition as the CFL's Coach of the Year. His head coaching record of 72-53-1 speaks for itself. We welcome Tom to the Alouettes family."

Tom Higgins is entering his 23rd season as a CFL coach with additional years as an administrator. He began his CFL coaching career in 1985 as an assistant with the Calgary Stampeders. Prior to joining the Stampeders, he served three years on the coaching staff at the University of Calgary, working for Canadian Football Hall of Fame coach Peter Connellan and helping the Dinos to the 1983 Vanier Cup.

In 1994, Higgins moved to the Edmonton Eskimos as Assistant General Manager; assuming the title of General Manager and COO in 1997. In 2001, he began a four-year tenure in the dual capacity of Eskimos' General Manager and Head Coach. In 2005, he returned to Calgary as the Stampeders' Head Coach, a position he held for three seasons. In 2008, Tom joined the CFL head office as Director of Officiating, stepping down from the post after the 2013 season.

Higgins played as a linebacker and defensive tackle at North Carolina State from 1973-75, before playing professionally with the Stampeders, Buffalo Bills and Saskatchewan Roughriders prior to launching his coaching career. He was an all-ACC selection at defensive tackle in 1975, and was also a four-year member of the Wolfpack wrestling team, winning the ACC heavyweight championship in 1976.

"Tom is highly respected throughout the CFL and across Canada," said Mark Weightman, President and CEO of the Alouettes. "He is known as a great teacher, and as someone who holds himself to the same high standards he does his players. His body of work as a player, Head Coach, GM and senior league official reflects his contribution to the CFL. Tom has worked with and tutored many of the CFL's finest quarterbacks - Doug Flutie, Henry Burris and Ricky Ray to mention a few. His expertise will be invaluable in the development of Troy Smith and Tanner Marsh."

Time constraints and personal obligations preclude staging a formal press conference. To accommodate the Montreal media, a conference call introducing Tom Higgins will be conducted Tuesday, February 25 at 11:00 a.m. Joining Tom Higgins on the call will be Bob Wetenhall, Andrew Wetenhall, and Mark Weightman.

About the Montreal Alouettes

Founded in 1946, the Montreal Alouettes possess a rich history. The organization has had its name inscribed seven times on the Grey Cup (1949, 1970, 1974, 1977, 2002, 2009, 2010) a trophy awarded yearly to the champion of the Canadian Football League. They play their home games at Percival Molson Stadium, on beautiful Mount Royal.

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Larry Taylor is back with the Alouettes. From Al's media.

Montreal, February 25, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Tuesday that return specialist Larry Taylor is coming back to where his CFL career started, as the club has acquired the speedster from the Calgary Stampeders as well their fifth-round draft pick in the 2014 CFL Canadian Draft and their conditional fourth-round pick in 2015 in exchange for Montreal's fifth-round draft pick in the 2014 CFL Canadian Draft and their conditional third-round pick in 2015.

Taylor (5'6'', 181 lbs.) , who also lines up as a receiver, returns to Montreal after spending the last three seasons in Calgary. The 28-year-old began his professional career with the Alouettes in 2008, earning the CFL's Special Teams Player of the Year Award the following season. He finished the 2009 season with 1,971 combined yards, the most in the CFL, while also scoring three touchdowns.

"We welcome Larry back into the nest. Having obtained another one of our originals and one of the most exciting players in the CFL gives us great competition and depth at the WR and Returner positions," said Alouettes General Manager Jim Popp.

Last year, the Fort Lauderdale, FL native returned 53 kickoffs for gains of 1,147 yards and 82 punts for gains of 615 yards, earning a spot on the West Division All-Star team.

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Arland Bruce III released! I hope he ends up back at BC Lions or at RedBlacks! Great player!

Direct from Al's media. Montreal, February 26, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Wednesday that the club has released veteran receiver Arland Bruce III.

"The Alouettes would like to thank Arland for his hard work and contributions last season. Through the challenges we faced, he played multiple roles on game day and came to work every day with the determination to win. We wish Arland the best in his future endeavours," declared Alouettes General Manager Jim Popp.

Bruce III (5'11'', 194 lbs.) caught 64 passes for gains of 851 yards last season with the Alouettes. The 12-year veteran also rushed for 121 yards on 19 carries." Contact Charles Rooke

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From Al's media. Better than the Molson Export they were serving I say!

Montreal Alouettes team up with Labatt!

Montreal, February 27, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes and Labatt Breweries of Canada are pleased to officially announce a new and comprehensive marketing agreement. Thanks to this partnership, Labatt, with over 166 years of brewing excellence, becomes the official and exclusive beer sponsor and supplier of the Montreal Alouettes starting in the upcoming 2014 season.

"We're thrilled to welcome Labatt to the Alouettes family. This partnership has three big winners: Labatt and the Alouettes of course, but most of all the Alouettes fans who will benefit from new commercial experiences and initiatives," explained Alouettes President and Chief Executive Officer, Mark Weightman.

The multi-year deal will benefit fans with a greater selection of domestic malt beverages at the stadium during games as well as through other local promotional activities throughout the course of the season.

"Labatt is very pleased to see the Budweiser brand associated with a celebrated sports institution like the Montreal Alouettes," stated David Barrow, Quebec Regional Vice President, Labatt Breweries of Canada. "Through this partnership we hope to create an exceptional experience for our consumers and sports fans alike. It will be a great privilege for us to share this with Alouettes fans."

One of the most exciting parts of this new relationship is that the Alouettes and Labatt will activate their association through bars, resto-bars and retailers providing the Montreal Alouettes with additional exposure while creating new bonds with fans.

"With this important investment through its new partnership, Labatt exhibits that the Montreal Alouettes can successfully contribute to the marketing and promotional strategies of major brands. By joining our prestigious group of partners, Labatt confirms the ever-growing interest of the Alouettes in the private sector. We were pleased with our discussions with the Labatt team in which each of our organization's objectives were accomplished. We are thrilled to team up with Labatt once again," added Alouettes Vice President, Corporate Partnerships, Jean Couvrette.

As part of the partnership, Labatt will also activate through in-game elements such as on-site branding and on digital boards.

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From Al's media. Alouettes sign CB/KR Mike Edwards

Montreal, February 27, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Thursday the signing of import cornerback and return specialist Mike Edwards to a two-year deal with the club.

Edwards (5'9'', 189 lbs.) participated in the 2013 NFL Combine before signing with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent last year, taking part in the team's training camp.

Collegiately, the Cleveland, OH native played two seasons with the Rainbow Warriors at the University of Hawaii after transferring from the Coffeyville Community College Ravens in 2010.

In his two years with the Rainbow Warriors in 2011 and 2012, Edwards registered 86 tackles, three interceptions, and returned three kickoffs for touchdowns-two of which went for over 100 yards in a single season.

"Mike brings his dual ability to the Alouettes," said Alouettes General Manager Jim Popp. "He is a superb bump-and-run corner and has had an outstanding career as a returner in college.  We welcome Mike to the nest."

The 22-year-old also saw time as a running back and wide receiver at Hawaii, in addition to returning kicks on special teams. In 2012, he led all college football players south of the border in total kickoff return yards with 1,215, maintaining a 30.4 yard average per return. He was also named the team MVP that year. While at the University of Hawaii, Edwards was coached by former Alouettes' defensive backs coach Daronte' Jones. " Charles Rooke

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Direct from Al's media. Alouettes to hold mini-camp in Florida from April 15-17

Montreal, February 28, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes will hold their annual mini-camp from April 15 to 17 at Historic Dodgertown in Vero Beach, FL this spring, on the same grounds where Major League Baseball's Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers held their spring training every year from 1948 to 2008.

Mini-camp will mark new Alouettes Head Coach Tom Higgins' first opportunity to meet and begin evaluating his new players. Daily schedule of practices as well as media availability will be sent in the near future.

All practices will be open to the media as well as to fans.

What: Montreal Alouettes annual mini-camp

When: From Tuesday, April 15 to Thursday, April 17, 2014

Where: Historic Dodgertown in Vero Beach, FL

Who: Alouettes players, coaches and football operations staff

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Direct from Al's media. Alouettes announce 2014 coaching staff.

Montreal, March 6, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes' 2014 coaching staff was introduced on Thursday and new head coach Tom Higgins will be able to count on a mix of experience and youth among his personnel this upcoming season, including three former coaches from the Quebec football conference.

Here is the Alouettes' full 2014 coaching staff:

Tom Higgins, Head Coach (1st season with the Alouettes)

Higgins is entering his 23rd  season as a CFL coach with additional years as an administrator. He began his CFL coaching career in 1985 as an assistant with the Calgary Stampeders. Prior to joining the Stampeders, he served three years on the coaching staff at the University of Calgary, working for Canadian Football Hall of Fame coach Peter Connellan and helping the Dinos win the 1983 Vanier Cup. He won the Grey Cup as a head coach with the Edmonton in Eskimos in 2003, earning the CFL's Coach of the Year Award that same season as well as in 2005 as head coach of the Stampeders.

Noel Thorpe, Defensive Coordinator, Assistant Head Coach and Defensive Backs Coach (8th season with the Alouettes)

Thorpe is entering his second year as the Alouettes' defensive coordinator and is coming off a season in which he coached the defence, which gave up the fewest first downs and fewest yards in the CFL, while also leading the league with 24 interceptions. Alouettes linebacker Chip Cox thrived in Thorpe's defensive system, earning the CFL's Most Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year award after tallying career-high defensive tackles (115) and quarterback sacks (12) while also racking up four interceptions, and 12 tackles for losses totaling 42 yards. In 2011 and 2012, Thorpe was part of the Université de Montréal coaching staff, spending his final season with the Carabins as the team's defensive coordinator, allowing the fewest points in the country with 102.

Rick Worman, Offensive Coordinator (1st season with the Alouettes)

A former quarterback with the Edmonton Eskimos, Calgary Stampeders and Saskatchewan Roughriders, Worman returns to the CFL after coaching quarterbacks with the Mississippi Valley State University Delta Devils last season. In 2012, he served as a scout for the Ottawa REDBLACKS, and was the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' running backs coach before that. He spent seven seasons with the Edmonton Eskimos, working as a West Coast Scout for four years before joining the coaching staff as the quarterbacks coach in 2007 and adding the title of offensive coordinator in 2008. Prior to joining the Eskimos, Worman spent time as the head coach of the Arena Football League 2's Fresno Frenzy in 2002 and the offensive coordinator of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 2001. That season, the Bombers led the league in virtually every offensive category en route to a 14-4 record and a Grey Cup appearance. His coaching career includes three Grey Cup appearances and two Grey Cup championships. He has previously coached former CFL MVP quarterbacks Ricky Ray and Khari Jones.

Ryan Dinwiddie , Quarterbacks Coach (2nd season with the Alouettes)

After beginning his playing career with the Alouettes in 2005, Dinwiddie also made his coaching debut in Montreal last season as the club's quality control coach on offence, assisting the team's offensive coaches with game planning and breaking down opposing film. In his second season with the Alouettes, Dinwiddie will work closer with the quarterbacks in addition to the rest of the offensive staff.

Erik Campbell, Receivers Coach (2nd season with the Alouettes)

Campbell is entering his second season with the Alouettes after spending the previous five years coaching running backs at the University of Iowa. As the Alouettes' receivers coach in 2013, he saw S.J. Green voted as a unanimous pick on the CFL All-Star team after finishing second in the CFL for total receiving yards (1,197) and first in receiving touchdowns (13). Campbell also helped rookie receiver Duron Carter amass 909 receiving yards and score five touchdowns in just 11 games. Previously, Campbell was the assistant head coach and receivers coach with the University of Michigan Wolverines from 1995 to 2007, helping prepare future first-round NFL draft pick receivers Braylon Edwards, David Terrell and Charles Woodson.

Mark Speckman, Running Backs Coach (2nd season with the Alouettes)

Speckman is entering his second season in Montreal after coaching three Alouettes running backs to Top-15 finishes in the CFL (Jerome Messam, Tyrell Sutton and Brandon Whitaker) in 2013. Before arriving in Montreal a year ago, Speckman was the head coach of the Menlo College Oaks, although he is best known for his achievements at Willamette University where he coached the Bearcats for 17 seasons, including 14 years as head coach. During his tenure as head coach at Willamette, he posted an overall record of 82-59 (.582) from 1998 to 2011. He also ranks third all-time at Willamette in career wins. Speckman was named the NWC conference Coach of the Year in both 1999 and 2008.

André Bolduc, Offensive Quality Control Coach and Special Teams Assistant (1st season with the Alouettes)

Bolduc, a former Head Coach with the Université de Sherbrooke Vert et Or for five seasons from 2007 to 2011, returns to Montreal and to professional football as a coach. After becoming the head coach of the Vert & Or in 2007, Bolduc led the team to its first playoff win in school history as well as to the Dunsmore Cup final in 2010. The following season, he was named the Quebec Conference Coach of the Year after leading Sherbrooke to a 7-2 record. With the Alouettes, he will rejoin linebacker Nicolas Boulay and receiver Ismael Bamba, both of whom he coached at Sherbrooke. As a player, Bolduc played for the Ottawa Rough Riders and Edmonton Eskimos before landing in Montreal from 1998 to 2001, where he emerged as a leader and was named a special teams captain in 1999 and 2000.

Kris Sweet, Offensive Line Coach (1st season with the Alouettes)

Sweet is entering his first season with the Alouettes having previously coached in the CFL for the past five years, including as the Edmonton Eskimos' offensive line coach in 2013. He began his CFL coaching career in Calgary as the Stampeders' offensive line coach from 2007-2010, helping the team win the Grey Cup in 2008 over the Alouettes at Olympic Stadium. In his last two seasons in Calgary, the Stamps' o-line paved the way for a league rushing title for running back Joffrey Reynolds. In Sweet's first season with the Stamps, the club led the CFL in both total offence and rushing offence. In 2012, he was the Saskatchewan Roughriders' offensive line coach and run game coordinator.

Keith Willis, Defensive Line Coach (2nd season with the Alouettes)

Willis returns to the Alouettes for a second season after contributing to Montreal's dominant defence in 2013. Under Willis last year, defensive end John Bowman recorded 11 quarterback sacks, good for fifth in the CFL, in addition to registering upwards of 30 defensive tackles for a sixth-consecutive season. Willis also saw first-year defensive lineman Aaron Lavarias amass 42 defensive tackles and six quarterback sacks. Previously a defensive line coach for the North Carolina State Wolfpack from 2007 to 2012, Willis also enjoyed a long playing career as a defensive lineman himself before becoming a coach, spending 12 years in the NFL and recording 59 career quarterback sacks over 12 seasons, including 10 with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Greg Quick, Linebackers Coach (1st season with the Alouettes)

Greg Quick arrives in Montreal with a wealth of coaching experience that spans over 30 years across both the professional and collegiate ranks. Most recently Quick spent the 2010 and 2011 seasons as the Toronto Argonauts' linebackers coach. Following his stint in the CFL, Quick went on to join the Northwood University Timberwolves' coaching staff as the team's offensive coordinator in the spring of 2012. Quick's diverse coaching career dates back to 1979, when he was named the defensive coordinator at Emporia State.  He was then the offensive coordinator at Heidelberg College as well as the linebackers coach at New Mexico State. Quick's first head coaching experience at the collegiate level came at the University of Chicago in 1989, a position he held until the 1994 season.  He was also was the head coach at St. Norbert College from 1994 to 1999 before eventually holding the same role at Concord University from 2003 to 2008.

Anwar Stewart, Defensive Quality Control Coach (1st season with the Alouettes)

Following a stellar 13-year playing career in the CFL, former defensive end Anwar Stewart will make his coaching debut in 2014 after being named the club's new defensive quality control coach. Last season, Stewart rejoined the Alouettes roster after making eight Grey Cup appearances with the club between 2002 and 2011, winning a trio of championships in 2002, 2009 and 2010. The 37-year-old spent 10 years in Montreal and sits in second place in club's all-time record book for career quarterback sacks with 66. The CFL's Most Outstanding Defensive Player in 2004, Stewart was also named a CFL All-Star in 2004 and 2009.

Jean-Vincent Posy-Audette, Defensive Assistant and Special Teams Assistant (1st season with the Alouettes)

Posy-Audette is entering his first season in Montreal in 2014, joining André Bolduc for whom he worked as special teams coordinator and defensive backs coach at Sherbrooke beginning in 2007. The 34-year-old graduate from Laval University played four seasons as a defensive back with the Rouge et Or from 1996 to 1999, hoisting the Vanier Cup in his final year of eligibility and bringing the championship back to the province of Quebec for the first time since 1987. In 2000, Posy-Audette made the leap to professional football and signed with the Toronto Argonauts, playing in one game during that season.

From Charles Rooke

Here is a picture of the coaches. Copy & paste the link into your browser. en.montrealalouettes.com/article/alouettes-announce-2014-coaching-staff

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From Al's media.

Montreal to host 2014 Hall of Fame game and gala!

Montreal, April 3, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Thursday that the club will be hosting the 2014 Canadian Football Hall of Fame Induction Weekend. This year's annual celebration of the best in Canadian football will take place on September 20 and 21, marking the first time that the prestigious weekend is held in Montreal.

The Alouettes will be well represented during the 51st edition of the induction ceremony, as former Alouettes greats Ben Cahoon and Uzooma Okeke will see their names inducted into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. Montrealer Wally Buono, who won two Grey Cups as a player with the Alouettes before becoming an assistant coach with the Montreal Concordes, will also be enshrined as a builder.

"The Montreal Alouettes Football Club is thrilled to be hosting the 2014 Canadian Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony," expressed Alouettes President and C.E.O Mark Weightman. "We're looking forward to celebrating the members of the 2014 Hall of Fame class and the timing is perfect with the induction of Ben Cahoon and Uzooma Okeke who helped forge many championship teams here in Montreal. Wally Buono, who played on the dominating Alouettes team of the seventies, gets the chance to be inducted in his hometown in front of his friends and family. We are excited to give the chance to Montrealers and Alouettes fans to participate in such great festivities."

Also named to the Induction Class of 2014 were former CFL players Maurice (Moe) Racine and Charles Roberts as well as Amateur builder Larry Haylor and Amateur player Neil Lumsden.

"The Hall of Fame is very pleased that the Montreal Alouettes have agreed to host this year's event. We are excited to have added Montreal to the list of host cities for induction," said Mark DeNobile, Executive Director of the Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum.

The Gala Induction Dinner will take place at the Tohu, (2345 Rue Jarry Est in Montreal) on September 20, during which the new inductees will be officially enshrined into the Canadian Football Hall of Fame. Proceeds from the event will go towards the Alouettes' community programs and to the Hall of Fame Foundation. Tickets for the Gala Induction Dinner can be reserved now by calling the Alouettes ticket office at 514-787-2525.

The 2014 Hall of Fame Game will be played at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium on September 21 when the Calgary Stampeders come to town. The new inductees and Hall of Fame guests will be honoured during a presentation at half-time.

Contact
Charles Rooke

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From Al's media.

Alouettes mini-camp schedule
Montreal, April 10, 2014 - The following is the Alouettes 2014 mini-camp schedule which is set to take place at Historic Dodgertown in Vero Beach, FL from April 15 to 17.

Tuesday, April 15
7:00 p.m. - Practice

Wednesday, April 16
8:55 a.m. - Practice

Thursday, April 17
8:55 a.m. - Practice

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TSN Radio 690 Becomes the New Home of the Montreal Alouettes with Multi-Year Broadcast Rights Agreement.

Watch now! The analyst will be former Alouettes offensive lineman Dave Mudge! Here is my interview with Dave in the Bombers locker rooms when he was a Bombers player. Starts at the 6.00 minute mark.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vHW8YINxPM

Direct from Al's media.

TSN Radio 690 Becomes the New Home of the Montreal Alouettes with Multi-Year Broadcast Rights Agreement.

Montreal, April 11, 2014 - For the first time ever, all major Montreal sports teams are on one station, as TSN Radio 690 in Montreal today announced a new multi-year broadcast rights agreement with the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL). The Alouettes' live game broadcasts move from sister station CJAD 800 to Montreal's English-language all-sports station TSN 690, which will provide exclusive broadcast coverage of all Alouettes pre-season, regular season, and playoff games for at least the next three seasons.

Montrealers can set their dial to AM 690, listen online at TSN.ca/Montreal , and tune in with the TSN GO for live game broadcasts. The broadcast team is led by TSN 690 play-by-play commentator Rick Moffat, who is joined by analyst and former Alouettes offensive lineman Dave Mudge.

Radio coverage of the Alouettes on TSN 690 complements TSN's extensive coverage of the CFL as the league's official broadcaster. CFL ON TSN's acclaimed team of football experts deliver breaking news and in-depth analysis on the league throughout the season.

"The Montreal Alouettes are thrilled to partner with TSN Radio 690. It's a natural partnership for our team and a station which has always offered Montrealers excellent coverage of the Alouettes," said Montreal Alouettes President and C.E.O. Mark Weightman. "Furthermore, Alouettes fans will also continue to enjoy the great work of Rick Moffat and Dave Mudge on game days."

TSN 690 also delivers extensive coverage of the Alouettes with THE ALS THIS WEEK, a weekly show hosted by Sean Campbell and Mitch Gallo airing Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m. ET. The show features news reports, player profiles, and regular interviews with Alouettes General Manager Jim Popp throughout the season.

The station's expanded coverage of the Alouettes also includes live broadcasts and news reports from the team's training camp, the home opener, the CFL Canadian Draft, and the 2014 CFL Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, which takes place in Montreal.

"The Montreal Alouettes have a winning tradition and a passionate fan base, and TSN 690 is proud to be the exclusive home of all their games," said Chris Bury, Program Director, TSN Radio 690. "With comprehensive live coverage of the Alouettes, Canadiens, and Impact, this agreement makes TSN 690 the undisputed home of professional sports in Montreal."

The Alouettes join TSN 690's packed schedule of live broadcast coverage, which includes every Montreal Canadiens game, the Montreal Impact, THURSDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL, MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL, Sunday afternoon NFL action, THE MASTERS, the Barclays Premier League, the NCAA March Madness Final Four, ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball, and exclusive rights to the Grey Cup and IIHF World Junior Championship.

About TSN
TSN is Canada's Sports Leader and #1 specialty network. With a broad portfolio of multimedia sports assets, TSN delivers world-class content across industry-leading platforms including TSN2, TSN.ca , TSN Radio and TSN Mobile TV. Official broadcaster of the Grey Cup, IIHF World Junior Championship and FIFA Women's World Cup Canada 2015, TSN's slate of live sports coverage includes NHL, CFL, NFL, NBA, MLS, Season of Champions Curling, UEFA Euro 2016, MLB Sunday Night Baseball, Barclays Premier League, Golf's Majors, NASCAR Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Canadian Tire Series, F1, Grand Slam Tennis, NCAA March Madness, and Skate Canada events. TSN is a division of Bell Media, which is part of BCE Inc. (TSX, NYSE: BCE), Canada's largest communications company.

About the Montreal Alouettes
Founded in 1946, the Montreal Alouettes possess a rich history. The organization has had its name inscribed seven times on the Grey Cup (1949, 1970, 1974, 1977, 2002, 2009, 2010) a trophy awarded yearly to the champion of the Canadian Football League. They play their home games at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium, on beautiful Mount Royal.

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From Al's media. Montreal Alouettes statement regarding Chad Johnson.

Montreal, April 12, 2014 - Montreal Alouettes General Manager Jim Popp issued the following statement regarding receiver Chad Johnson on Saturday:

"We do expect to meet with Chad Johnson and work him out in Vero Beach, FL this week. Talks did take place and have escalated over the last week." Charles Rooke

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News direct from Al's media.

Alouettes ink NFL Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson

Montreal, April 17, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Thursday that the club has signed Pro Bowl receiver Chad Johnson to a two-year, following the player's presence at the team's mini-camp in Vero Beach, FL.

Johnson (6'1", 188 lbs.) joins the Alouettes after spending 11 seasons in the NFL, including the first ten with the Cincinnati Bengals. The elite receiver amassed 11,059 receiving yards, which ranks him 30th on the NFL all-time list. He also caught 766 passes while scoring 67 receiving touchdowns. He averaged 14.4 yards per catch in his 166 career games played South of the border.

"Chad Johnson did an outstanding job the last three days. As we added him into the mix, it was to see how he communicated with the players, how he held himself, the way he physically held up, his true interest in coming to the CFL. It was a total evaluation so that it's a good fit. He was very happy and very excited to be on the field again and we are happy to welcome him to the Alouettes," said Montreal's General Manager Jim Popp of the team's newest member.

Johnson cracked 1,000 receiving yards with Cincinnati in seven out of eight seasons from 2002 through 2009. He also snagged eight or more touchdown receptions in five separate occasions during his tenure with the Bengals.

Drafted in the second round (36th overall) by Cincinnati from Oregon State University, the Miami, Florida native reached the Pro Bowl five straight years from 2003-2007 and again in 2009 with the Bengals.

The now 36-year-old last played in 2011 with New England, where he made 15 catches for 276 yards and a touchdown. He caught one pass in Super Bowl XLVI for 21 yards as New England lost 21-17 to the New York Giants. Most recently he took part in the Miami Dolphins training camp in 2012.

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Bryan Mongeau

To watch a interview with Chad from the mini-camp, copy & paste this link into your browser
cfl.ca/video/index/id/95565

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From Al's media.

Alouettes to host inaugural football coaching clinic!

Montreal, April 22, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Tuesday that the club will host its first annual Football Coaching Clinic presented by Old Dutch on Saturday, April 26 at College Letendre.

At least 80 participants are expected to partake in the clinic, enjoying a full day of coaching instructions across sessions scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. The event is open to coaches of all skill levels from programs for athletes aged 16 and older.

Designed to share the advanced content being utilized by Alouettes coaches as they prepare for the upcoming 2014 season, this special clinic will serve as a platform for Alouettes coaches to interact with those from across the province as well as those who participate in the development of football in Quebec.

The clinic will be divided into two sessions with a classroom segment and an on-field segment. Theories taught in the morning will subsequently be applied in the afternoon and the day will conclude with a Chalk Talk session, followed by prizes.

Current Alouettes coaches, Noel Thorpe, Assistant Head Coach, Defensive Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach, Mark Speckman, Running Backs Coach, Anwar Stewart, Defensive Quality Control Coach, as well as Jean-Vincent Posy-Audette, Defensive Assistant and Special Teams Assistant will all be present. Former Alouettes quarterback Anthony Calvillo will also be on hand for a special segment to discuss his playing career and his personal experiences in the world of professional football.

The goal of the camp is to continue the Alouettes' efforts in the development of amateur football in Quebec.

The Alouettes coaches will be available at 10:00 a.m., while Anthony Calvillo will be available at 10:45 a.m.

What: First edition of the Montreal Alouettes football coaching clinic presented by Old Dutch

When: Saturday, April 26, 2014

Where: College Letendre, 1000 Boulevard de l'Avenir, Laval, QC H7N 6J6

Who: Anthony Calvillo, Noel Thorpe, Jean-Vincent Posy-Audette, Anwar Stewart, Mark Speckman and Andrew Lissade.

Contact Charles Rooke

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Direct from Al's media.

An exciting 2014 season in store for Alouettes fans!

Montreal, May 2, 2014 -  Less than one month before the start of training camp, the Alouettes unveiled what fans can expect this upcoming season at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium, during a special fan event held at La Station des Sports in downtown Montreal on Friday night.

Alouettes President and CEO Mark Weightman promised that the organization will be more fan-oriented than ever in 2014, after surveying, exchanging with, and listening to its loyal supporters during this past off-season.

Quarterback Troy Smith and coach André Bolduc were also on-hand to address the fans, offering a sneak peek at what to expect on the field in 2014.

Here's what fans can expect in 2014:

AN ENHANCED FAN EXPERIENCE
• Fans can expect even more detailed service during this upcoming season. Thanks to a new partnership deal with Admission, season ticket holders can now transfer their tickets via email.

• The free STM shuttle will be taking a new route, making getting to the stadium easier than ever for fans while remaining the most eco-friendly way to get to an Alouettes game.

• With the help of partner Radio Circulation 730AM, it will now be even easier to find out what the best way to get the stadium is while driving.

• A new parking service will be offered to fans via MaPlace.ca, allowing parking spaces around the stadium to be reserved online in advance.

• Just in time for training camp, the Alouettes will launch version 2.0 of their mobile app, which was a huge success with Alouettes fans last year after its initial launch. Information about accessing the stadium will now just be a click away.

AN UNCOMPARABLE GAME-DAY EXPERIENCE
• In collaboration with Budweiser and le Dindon du Québec, the West End Zone at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium will become a party zone this summer. The area will be transformed into a fan zone, allowing supporters to converge to eat and drink in an electric atmosphere as soon as the doors open. The party will keep going every game day until the last whistle.

• During the summer, all Alouettes home games will be played on Friday nights following feedback from Alouettes fans.

• A variety of new items will be available at concession stands in-stadium this year, including pulled pork sandwiches, an exclusive Alouettes turkey leg recipe, as well new fresh pizzas from Pizza Pizza.

• Thanks to a new partnership with Labatt Breweries, the variety of beers offered to fans at Alouettes games will see a serious upgrade. In addition to being served Budweiser and Bud Light everywhere in the stadium, fans will also have access to Bud Crown, Corona and Stella Artois.

• The Alouettes cheerleaders will have a new look in 2014, wearing new uniforms on the sidelines. Plus, fans won't want to miss their 2014 calendar, a swimsuit shoot which took place in the Dominican Republic and will be available as of June 5.

• La Station des Sports becomes the official sports bar for Alouettes post-game parties. On their way down from the mountain, all Alouettes fans are invited to join forces at La Station des Sports to take advantage of many specials while celebrating Alouettes victorys.

• One thing won't change in 2014 however, and that's the electric atmosphere at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium during Alouettes' home games.
 
MANY SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
• On July 11, the Alouettes will be donning their white uniforms at home and all fans are invited to do the same as the team hosts its first-ever white-out.

• For the first time in its history, the Canadian Football Hall of Fame game will be played in Montreal on September 21. The timing couldn't be better, as former Alouettes Ben Cahoon and Uzooma Okeke will be enshrined on that day, as well as Montrealer and former Alouettes player Wally Buono, who has been selected as a builder.

• On October 13, the Alouettes will honour one of their greatest players in history in Anthony Calvillo, who announced a well-deserved retirement this past winter. No one will want to miss this one.

• The 50th TELUS Vanier Cup game will be played at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium on Saturday, November 29. Alouettes season ticket holders and Montrealers have already confirmed their interest in what will be a must-see football happening.

• This season will also mark the beginning of a new chapter in the Montreal-Ottawa rivalry as the REDBLACKS make their CFL debut this summer.

• La Station des Sports will host viewing parties all season for Alouettes away games.

AN EXCITING SEASON ON THE FIELD
• On the field, new head coach Tom Higgins, who has been named CFL Coach of the year twice, takes the reins of the team. He will have a very competitive team at his disposal which has been assembled by General Manager Jim Popp, the team's architect since its return in the CFL in 1996.

• Troy Smith finished the season as the starting quarterback and will start where he left of last season at the start of 2014.

• The Alouettes kept most of the players who were eligible for free agency this past off-season. The stability surrounding the team will be a great asset to the team as it sets its sight on the 102nd Grey Cup.

• Star players Jamel Richardson and Brandon Whitaker are healthy and look forward to proving to everyone that they are capable of having seasons like they accustomed Alouettes fans to.

• The Alouettes added star receiver Chad Johnson to their roster. After a glorious 11-season NFL career, he showed during the Alouettes mini-camp that he is still a very capable receiver. He can't wait to step back on the field and discover his new adoptive city.

The Alouettes new signature is "la Force du nombre". The organization is anxious to greet all of its fans, young and old, this upcoming season which should be exciting at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium. Let the action begin!

Charles Rooke

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News direct from Al's media. Alouettes return to Bishop's University for 2014 training camp!

Montreal, May 5, 2014 - The Montreal Alouettes announced on Monday that the team will return to Bishop's University in Sherbrooke for their 2014 training camp. For the fifth consecutive year, the Alouettes will hold all workouts and practices on campus at Coulter Field, as newly appointed head coach Tom Higgins and General Manager Jim Popp evaluate their players over the span of three weeks. No less than 75 players are expected to report to Bishop's when camp opens on Sunday, June 1.
 
"We are very happy to return to Bishop's for a fifth consecutive year. The school offers our players and coaches first-class facilities and an atmosphere that allows them to keep their concentration at the highest level during this important learning phase," said Popp. "Our fans, the media, as well as local-area schools are more than welcome to visit us on a daily basis, and we will gladly make time to answer all your questions. Training camp is the best way to get to see your favorite players up close and personal."

The club will play two pre-season games - June 14 on the road opposite the Tiger-Cats at McMaster University in Hamilton and then at home in Montreal to end camp by hosting the first-year Ottawa REDBLACKS on June 20 at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium.
 
All practices during training camp are open to the public. The 2014 training camp schedule will be sent out shortly. It will also be available online at MontrealAlouettes.com.
 
The Alouettes will kick off their regular season on Saturday, June 28 when they visit the Calgary Stampeders at 3:00 p.m. before hosting their home opener a week later at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium when the BC Lions come into town on Friday, July 4 at 7:00 p.m.

Charles Rooke