2022-23 Acadia Football News

Season
Alexandre Athens-Leger commits to Axemen, joins brother Julien
Alexandre Athens-Leger commits to Axemen, joins brother Julien

WOLFVILLE – The Axemen offensive line continues to grow with the commitment of Alexandre Athens-Leger for 2024.

Shortt and Collins named Acadia athletes of the year
Shortt and Collins named Acadia athletes of the year

WOLFVILLE – Acadia University's Department of Athletics celebrated the 2023-24 season on Wednesday night at the annual Fred G. Kelly Awards Night, hosted in Andrew H. McCain Arena.

Welcher joins Axemen receiving core
Welcher joins Axemen receiving core

The Axemen receiving core continues to grow with west coast talent with the commitment of Nick Welcher.

Matheson joins Axemen receiving core
Matheson joins Axemen receiving core

The Acadia Axemen are excited to add veteran experience to their receiving core with the commitment of Xander Matheson.

Axemen continue to strengthen offensive line
Axemen continue to strengthen offensive line

WOLFVILLE - The Axemen offensive line has added another provincial team member with the commitment of Zak Parisé.

Monteiro brings Alberta championship experience to Acadia
Monteiro brings Alberta championship experience to Acadia

The addition of Kaysar Monteiro to the Axemen defence brings provincial championship experience to Acadia for the 2024 season.

Heighway adds versatility to Axemen offensive line
Heighway adds versatility to Axemen offensive line

WOLFVILLE – Joining the Axemen from Fall River, Campbell Heighway will bring his provincial team experience to the field this fall.

Fletcher adds significant size to Axemen offensive line
Fletcher adds significant size to Axemen offensive line

The Axemen offensive line added significant size this week with the commitment of Beaux Fletcher.

Pilichos and Beals invited to CFL Invitational Combine
Pilichos and Beals invited to CFL Invitational Combine

TORONTO – Ahead of the Canadian Football League (CFL) Draft and CFL Global Draft on April 30, over 140 draft-eligible prospects are slated to showcase their skills for the league’s general managers, coaches and player personnel.

Winnipeg native Brandon Kamenz joins Axemen
Winnipeg native Brandon Kamenz joins Axemen

Brandon Kamenz is the next player to join the Axemen football recruitment class for the 2024 season.

Swain joins 2024 Axemen recruitment class
Swain joins 2024 Axemen recruitment class

The Acadia Axemen are excited to announce the commitment of Nicolas Swain.

Michalos joins Axemen offensive line for 2024 season
Michalos joins Axemen offensive line for 2024 season

WOLFVILLE – The Acadia Axemen are excited to announce the addition of Ioanni Michalos, a key addition to the offensive line for the 2024 season.

Cummins extends contract with Axemen football program
Cummins extends contract with Axemen football program

WOLFVILLE – Acadia football head coach Jeff Cummins recently signed his contract extension with the Axemen, confirming he will be back on the sideline for the 2024 AUS season.

Richard wins community service award, three Axemen named all-stars
Axemen fall to Gaiters to end 2023 season
Axemen fall to Gaiters to end 2023 season

WOLFVILLE – The Acadia Axemen made a second half push but were unable to comeback to top the Bishop’s Gaiters in their final contest of 2023 as they fell 22-10.

Axemen fall to Huskies, prepare for final game of season against Bishop's
Axemen fall to Huskies, prepare for final game of season against Bishop's

HALIFAX, NS – Saint Mary’s receiver Liam Stewart scored two touchdowns, and running back A’dre Simmonds added 142 yards on the ground and a touchdown, as the Huskies defeated the Acadia Axemen 33-18 on Friday night in Halifax.