Québec wins a nail biter against Alberta, besting the prarie province 12-11 on the 2nd day of the 2024 Football Canada Cup
July 11th – REGINA, SK – Team Québec secured a nail-biting 12-11 victory over Alberta in the second round of the 2024 Football Canada Cup on Wednesday, July 10, at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, Saskatchewan.
The game was a defensive struggle throughout, with each quarter presenting its own narrative:
Alberta struck first with a safety by Joseph Abou Mechrek at 8:55 in the first quarter, taking a 2-0 lead. Neither team managed to add to the score for the remainder of the quarter.
Québec turned the tables in the second quarter when Louis Fortier connected with Olivier Dallaire for a 32-yard touchdown pass at 2:18. A safety by Québec’s defense at 3:33 extended their lead to 9-2. Alberta managed to add a single point on a 27-yard rouge by Ira Hozack at 11:20, making it 9-3 at halftime.
Alberta regained the lead in the third quarter with Seth Poelzer’s 6-yard touchdown run at 2:57, putting them ahead 10-9.
The final quarter saw Alberta extend their lead to 11-9 with a 47-yard rouge by Ira Hozack at 9:39. However, Québec mounted a dramatic last-minute drive, culminating in Tristan Charpentier’s game-winning 32-yard field goal as time expired, securing a 12-11 victory for Québec.
Québec’s offense outgained Alberta 296 yards to 251. Quarterback Louis Fortier completed 20 of 38 passes for 251 yards and a touchdown. His primary target was Olivier Dallaire, who caught 6 passes for 89 yards and a touchdown.
Alberta’s offense was led by running back Seth Poelzer, who rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries. Quarterback Kohen Bohnet completed 8 of 22 passes for 97 yards.
Defensively, Québec was anchored by Sasha Durand, who recorded 7 tackles and an interception. For Alberta, Charles Beach led the way with 9 tackles.
The game was marred by penalties, with Alberta drawing 17 for 170 yards and Québec 18 for 155 yards.
This victory keeps Québec (2-0) undefeated and in strong contention for the championship, while Alberta (1-1) faces a crucial final game to determine their tournament standing.
The 2024 Football Canada Cup concludes with the final round of games on Saturday, July 13.
For full stats information and the tournament schedule, visit www.footballcanada.com.
About the Football Canada Cup: The Football Canada Cup is a prestigious event in the Canadian football calendar, showcasing the best U18 male talent from across the country. This tournament serves as a crucial platform for player development and provides a pathway for athletes aspiring to compete at higher levels, including U SPORTS, NCAA, national team programs, and professional football.
About Football Canada: Football Canada is the national governing body for amateur football in Canada. Football Canada’s mission is to initiate, sustain, and encourage programs, services, and activities targeted at all levels of the game of football in Canada. The organization oversees various programs and competitions, including national championships, coach and official certification programs, and national team programs for tackle, flag, and touch football. Football Canada is committed to fostering the growth and development of football at all levels across the country.
About Football Saskatchewan: Football Saskatchewan is the provincial sport governing body for amateur football in Saskatchewan. The organization is dedicated to promoting, developing, and governing all aspects of football within the province. Football Saskatchewan works tirelessly to provide opportunities for athletes, coaches, and officials at all levels of the sport. Through various programs and initiatives, they aim to increase participation, improve the quality of play, and create a positive and inclusive football community throughout Saskatchewan. As hosts of this year’s Football Canada Cup, Football Saskatchewan demonstrates its commitment to advancing youth football and showcasing the province’s sporting capabilities on a national stage.
