Senior Men’s National Tackle Team announces 2025 Operational Staff
Football Canada and the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team are pleased to announce its Football Operations Staff. Our staff is made up of hardworking volunteers who have dedicated countless hours, resources, and personal contributions to ensure success at the international level.
Directors
President – Daniel Woloshin

Daniel serves as the President of the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team. After playing in the CJFL and NCAA, he earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees and a Juris Doctor from the University of Saskatchewan.
Daniel currently works as Crown Counsel for the Government of Saskatchewan.
Director of Fundraising – Nick Leonidakis

Nick serves as the Director of Fundraising for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team. He has playing experience in the CIS and operational experience in the AFL.
Nick currently works as an RCMP Officer in Alberta.
Director of Football Operations – Jesse Maddox

Jesse serves as both the Head Coach and Director of Football Operations. He has extensive experience in football operations, having worked in the CFL, NCAA, CIS, and CJFL.
Jesse currently works in the oil and gas industry in British Columbia.
Director of Operations – Jackie Morisette

Jackie plays a vital role as the Director of Football Operations. She has worked tirelessly behind the scenes, managing logistics, trip planning, and many other crucial tasks. Her dedication and hard work are essential to the team’s success.
Director – Al Gagnon

Al currently serves as a Director for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team.
Director – Tanner Smith

Tanner currently serves as a Director for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team.
Operations Staff
Head Trainer – Ash Witten

Ash serves as the Head Trainer for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team. He has a long history of assisting football teams in a trainer role.
Ash is the owner of Accel Physical Therapy in Alberta.
Equipment Manager – Eric Pardy

Eric serves as the Equipment Manager for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team. He also holds a long-time position as the Head Equipment Manager for the Okanagan Sun and serves as a Spiritual Mentor and Life Coach.
Hydration & Coaches Assistant – Peyton Maddox

Hydration Assistant – Jaxon Maddox

Media & Design
Social Media Manager – Hakeem Hassan

Hakeem serves as the Social Media Manager for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team. A lifelong football fan, volunteer, and coach, he brings passion and dedication to the role.
Hakeem is also the owner of Kustomer Paint and Body in Langley, British Columbia, and a devoted husband and father of four sons and one daughter.
Artwork Designer – Sean Wakleing

Sean serves as the Artwork Designer for the Canadian Senior Men’s National Team.