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WHAT IS ARGOS FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT?

Growing the game we love - together! Argos Football Development is the official team bringing you the latest and greatest in Argos community football programming. 

ArgosDevelopment.com is a place where you can find programs, resources and other information for:

- Youth (aspiring football stars)

- Coaches (of all levels)

- Parents (from all over the world)


COORDINATOR, FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT

My name is Alison Foster...

On the field, I am a: Receiver

Off the field, I am a: Operations & Logistics Expert

Favourite Quote: "Who we believe ourselves to be, is who we become."

I am passionate about: Developing programs that encourage and support the growth of youth not just as athletes but as people!

MANAGER, COMMUNITY & SPORTS PARTNERSHIPS

My name is Spencer Gibson...

On the field, I am a: Quarterback

Off the field, I am a: Father

Favourite Quote: "They don't care how much you know until they know how much you care." 

I am passionate about: Using sport as a vehicle to build bridges and break barriers to bring us all together.

DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY SPORT

My name is Luciano Lombardi...

On the field, I am a: Free Safety

Off the field, I am a: Dad

Favourite Quote: "In life, it's not where you go - it's who you travel with."

I am passionate about: Utilizing the power of sport to positively impact the lives of youth and build a better tomorrow.


COMMUNITY, ALUMNI & EDUCATION PROGRAM SPECIALIST

My name is Jason...

On the field, I am a: Former high school football player bullied because of his small stature and turned into the second longest standing member of the Toronto Argonauts.

Off the field, I am a: Man who cares about the future of his community and the wellbeing of everyone who is a part of it!

Favourite Quote: : "If you want to show me a truly great person, don’t tell me about records or awards, money or power. If you want to show me a truly great person, show me what that person has done for someone else. True joy in life comes from giving!!!" – Michael Pinball Clemons

I am passionate about: making a difference in the mental wellness of youth


FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT INSTRUCTOR

My name is Jenny...

On the field, I am a: Wide Receiver/Linebacker

Off the field, I am a: Health and Physical Education Teacher

Favourite Quote: : "Bend don't break."

I am passionate about: Empowering girls and women in sports.


FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT INSTRUCTOR

My name is Shemeik...

On the field, I am a: Motivator; helping players tap into their true potential.

Off the field, I am a: Community leader; assisting those who need it most.

Favourite Quote: : "Be water"

I am passionate about: Making the biggest impact I am able to make.


FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT INSTRUCTOR

My name is Ross...

On the field, I am a: Offensive Lineman

Off the field, I am a: Husband and Coach

Favourite Quote: : "I never said it would be easy, I only said it would be worth it."

I am passionate about: Being able to teach and impart the life lessons, work ethic, and opportunities that football has taught and given me.


FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT INSTRUCTOR

My name is Matthew...

On the field, I am a: Tight End and Linebacker

Off the field, I am a: Brother, uncle, cousin, son and soon to be husband.

Favourite Quote: : "To have what others don't you must do what others won't."

I am passionate about: Inspiring and transforming the next generation through sports and wisdom.


FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT INSTRUCTOR

My name is Liam...

On the field, I am a: Defensive Back

Off the field, I am a: Assistant Trade Marketing Manager

Favourite Quote: : "Never give up on something you believe in."

I am passionate about: Giving back to the community the same way my coaches and mentors did by helping teach the game of football to the next generation!


FOOTBALL DEVELOPMENT INSTRUCTOR

My name is Manny...

On the field, I am a: Defensive Back

Off the field, I am a: Student-Athlete

Favourite Quote: : "Grind now, Shine later."

I am passionate about: Making sure that athletes know they are more than just an athlete. They have an identity that is unique to them and deserve to express themselves as they please.