13–14 · Fall Season · Aug – Nov
Bantam Raiders
Whether your player is graduating from the Airdrie Storm or stepping onto the field for the very first time, the Bantam Raiders offer a safe, competitive environment designed to build fundamentals for high school football. At the start of the season, all athletes are evaluated and placed based on skill level between our competitive 12-Man team and our 9-Man Development team. The season officially kicks off in early August with practices running from 6:15 to 8:15 PM at East Lake Soccer Fields, following our early June Spring Camp which is fully included with regular season registration. All necessary equipment is provided except cleats — athletes just need to dress for the weather and bring a labeled water bottle. Practices run in most weather conditions, and any cancellations due to severe weather will be posted on social media and emailed directly to registered families.
12-Man Team
Our competitive roster playing full 12-man tackle football.
9-Man Team (Development)
A development roster focused on building fundamentals for newer players.
League
Calgary Bantam Football Association (CBFA)
Coaching
Steve Kemp — Head Coach
Manager
Dana Nay
Eligibility
Players must be 13–15 years of age (not turning 16 before Dec 31, not entering grade 10).
Practices
Monday–Thursday · 6:15–8:15 PM
4 practices per week. The 12-Man and 9-Man teams practice together. Players must attend a minimum of 3 practices per week to be eligible for games.
All practices in Airdrie, Alberta
Games
12-Man: Saturdays · 9-Man: Sundays
Shouldice Athletic Park, Calgary
Season Timeline
- ▸Combine & Skills Camp — First weekend of June
- ▸Non-Equipment Practices — 2 weeks in June
- ▸July Break — No programs run in July
- ▸Fall Practices Begin — Early August
- ▸Season Runs Through — Mid-November
Fees
Bantam Fees TBD (~$750)
- •~98 hours of practice time
- •8 regular season games + 2 playoff games
- •Football Alberta insurance
- •Calgary Bantam League fees (referees, field rentals, etc.)
- •Calgary Minor Football Charity Jamboree
- •Team equipment rental & field equipment maintenance
- •Certification of coaches
- •Game film / HUDL
- •Team pictures
KidSport is available for families needing financial assistance.
Roster · Max 36 Players
This is a competitive team that carries a maximum of 36 roster players. Full-equipment tryouts are held in August each year. Players who do not make the 12-man roster move to our 9-man Development team that plays in the City of Calgary.
9-Man Development League
Entering tackle football at 13–15 years old and lining up against kids who've already been playing for four or five years can be daunting. The CBFA 9-Man Development League gives new players a place to learn the game, build confidence, and graduate up to the 12-man roster — all while practicing alongside the 12-man team on a regular basis.
- ▸A dedicated pathway for players new to football
- ▸Learn fundamentals in a lower-pressure, development-focused environment
- ▸Practice with the full 12-man team to accelerate growth
- ▸Play games against other CBFA development teams in the 9-man league
- ▸Graduate up to the 12-man roster when you're ready
Ready to Join?
2026 registration for the 9-Man and 12-Man Raiders is now closed.
Interested in playing for the 2027 season? Let us know and we'll reach out when registration opens.
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Coaching Staff
Shawn Clowater
Bantam Raiders - Offensive Line
Steve Kemp
Head Coach
Steve Kemp is an award-winning head coach and champion of grassroots youth athletics in Alberta. Born and raised in Airdrie, Steve's gridiron journey began locally playing high school football for the George McDougall Mustangs. He advanced to the junior ranks, playing five seasons with the Vancouver Island Raiders. During his tenure in British Columbia, Steve captured four British Columbia Football Conference (BCFC) titles and two national championships before injuries brought his playing career to a close. Transitioning his passion for the game to leadership and mentorship, Steve returned to his roots to coach the local Airdrie Raiders program across both the Bantam and Midget/Spring divisions for over a decade. Under his guidance, the program has reached championship heights—including a Durante Division spring league title over the Calgary Wildcats, an undefeated 9-0 regular season, and a Tier 1 Provincial Championship victory. Named **Football Alberta's Bantam Coach of the Year**, Steve prioritizes fundamental skills, discipline, and player development, helping young athletes from Airdrie, Cochrane, and surrounding communities advance to junior, CJFL, and university-level football programs.
Raider Sync
2026 Roster
12 Man35 players
| Jersey | Player |
|---|---|
| — | Brady Wladyka |
| — | Jacob Russell |
| — | Cameron Pedersen |
| — | Dominic Colangeli |
| — | Dylan Bardick |
| — | Connor Aaskow |
| — | Ethan Nartey Manortey |
| — | Maxwell Sabau |
| — | Liam Fernandez |
| — | Hudson MacLeod |
| — | Deacon Pruden |
| — | Zaiden Barnaby |
| — | Henry Swingler |
| — | Ryder Mayes |
| — | Brooklyn Cherewko |
| — | Nicholas Bhanji |
| — | Zachary Anthony |
| — | Titan Thompson |
| — | Isaac Spicer |
| — | Mayson Hopton |
| — | Delaih Walker |
| — | Malcolm Urquhart |
| — | Tyson Strang |
| — | Henry Smith |
| — | Malachi Mpinga |
| — | Mezie Marendiukobianwa |
| — | Dawson Bergeron |
| — | Hayden Beaton |
| — | Liam Maitre |
| — | Benyamin Tiessen |
| — | Bentley Shenkariuk |
| — | Jakob Rindfliesch |
| — | Max Patzel |
| — | Emmit Maunder |
| — | Tayo Bakare |
9 Man17 players
| Jersey | Player |
|---|---|
| 8 | Dominik Bonner |
| 11 | Rowan McLeod |
| 15 | Mason Barnaby |
| 18 | Santino Ranieri |
| 50 | Arjaan Nijjar |
| 53 | Jace Jones |
| 54 | Thomas Harder |
| 58 | Darrell Chifamba |
| 64 | Lochlin Barendregt |
| 66 | Thomas Weston |
| 81 | Jacob Barnes |
| 82 | Lukas Bourassa |
| 88 | Logan Iervella |
| — | Harper Howland |
| — | James Labiuk |
| — | Oakley Mclean |
| — | Thomas Hussain |