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Jonathan Campeau Insurance Presents Football

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Trevor Shayler

By Carlos Rodriguez field. “It was Black who recruited never looked back.” with heart, who care, and develop a
me,” he recalls, the memory etched His passion for sports was ignited respect and love for one another, is
n the heart of Cornwall, Ontario, in his mind. “I was playing baseball, in childhood, nurtured by parents the key to winning it all.”
Ia story of unwavering dedication and they were about to start a league who fostered his diverse athletic He finds his greatest joy in the
and enduring passion unfolds on game. Despite my initial hesitations, interests. His mother’s stories of shared experience, the collective
the football field. Trevor Shayler, the persistent encouragement from his father’s hockey prowess fueled triumph. “Stepping back and seeing
at 47, embodies the spirit of a true my friend, quarterback Kevin Larin, a love for contact sports. “I loved the joy on everyone’s faces, it’s
athlete, his journey a testament to and other local players, ultimately football immediately,” he explains, euphoric,” he says. “It’s not just
the transformative power of sports. swayed me. I suited up right there and “relishing the physical aspect of the the players, but their families,
For fourteen years or so, he was a then.” That impromptu debut was a game, making catches, taking hits, friends, everyone who supported
linchpin of the Black team, and for the revelation, with Shayler seamlessly and getting right back up.” us.” Shayler’s commitment remains
last four or five, a seasoned veteran transitioning back to the gridiron, “The championships, five in total, unwavering, “Every year is a
with the Stolli squad. His tale isn’t showcasing his versatility with two are always highlights,” Shayler blessing,” he says, approaching his
just about playing; it’s about the love interceptions and two touchdowns, reflects, “but what truly matters is the career with gratitude and a season-
of the game, the camaraderie, and a nostalgic callback to his minor team dynamic.” He emphasizes the by-season perspective. He maintains
the enduring passion that transcends football days. “I fell back in love importance of camaraderie, the bond his peak condition by staying active
time. Shayler’s entry into organized with football,” he says, his voice that transcends talent. “A great team in hockey and baseball during
football was a twist of fate, a moment filled with genuine enthusiasm. “And is like a family. Talent can only take the football off-season, ensuring
of serendipity at the Bob Turner for fourteen years with team Black, I you so far, but having character, guys
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Investments.

Jonathan Campeau

Financial Advisor / Owner
Insurance. 3304 Second Street St. E.,

Cornwall

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Advice.