Sunday, February 1, 2026
ADVT 
Sports

BC Lions Announce That Dorazio, Hairston, Bates And Paopao Won't Return

The Canadian Press, 06 Jan, 2015 02:05 PM
    VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions will have a new-look coaching staff under new head coach Jeff Tedford next season.
     
    Offensive line coach Dan Dorazio, defensive line coach Carl Hairston, running backs coach Kelly Bates and receivers coach Joe Paopao will not return to the team, the Lions announced Tuesday.
     
    "My thanks go out to each of these men for their time and their dedication to our club," Lions general manager Wally Buono said in a release. "We wish them the very best in the future."
     
    The club plans to formally announce its coaching staff later this month.
     
    Tedford was hired last month as a replacement for Mike Benevides, who was fired following B.C.'s 50-17 loss to the Montreal Alouettes in the East Division semifinal.

    MORE Sports ARTICLES

    B.C. Lions Fire Head Coach Mike Benevides

    B.C. Lions Fire Head Coach Mike Benevides
    VANCOUVER — The B.C. Lions have fired head coach Mike Benevides. The move comes after the Lions were defeated 50-17 by Montreal in the CFL East Division semifinal on Sunday.

    B.C. Lions Fire Head Coach Mike Benevides

    Marc Habscheid Not Too Worried About Short-term Status With Raiders

    Marc Habscheid Not Too Worried About Short-term Status With Raiders
    VANCOUVER — Marc Habscheid's coaching experience with junior, NHL, and Canadian national and Olympic teams did not earn him much job security with his new club.

    Marc Habscheid Not Too Worried About Short-term Status With Raiders

    BC Lions Had 'No Identity' In 2014: Veteran Defensive Back Dante Marsh

    BC Lions Had 'No Identity' In 2014: Veteran Defensive Back Dante Marsh
    As he quietly cleaned out his locker, Dante Marsh indicated he didn't have anything to say. But once the B.C. Lions' veteran defensive back turned around and started talking, there was plenty to get off his chest.

    BC Lions Had 'No Identity' In 2014: Veteran Defensive Back Dante Marsh

    Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith Eyes Support For Gay School Students

    Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith Eyes Support For Gay School Students
    EDMONTON - A private member's bill to help protect gay students in schools is gaining strength in the Alberta legislature.

    Wildrose Leader Danielle Smith Eyes Support For Gay School Students

    Rugby World Cup Stars Lead Canada Women's Sevens Team

    Rugby World Cup Stars Lead Canada Women's Sevens Team
    LANGFORD, B.C. — Rugby women's World Cup stars Magali Harvey and Kelly Russell have been named to Canada's team for the opening leg women's sevens Olympic qualifying series.

    Rugby World Cup Stars Lead Canada Women's Sevens Team

    About 6,500 Tickets Remain Unsold For Game At BC Place: Grey Cup Organizers

    About 6,500 Tickets Remain Unsold For Game At BC Place: Grey Cup Organizers
    SURREY, B.C. — Grey Cup organizers were hoping for different outcomes in the CFL playoffs over the weekend, but they still believe the big game on Nov. 30 will be a sellout.

    About 6,500 Tickets Remain Unsold For Game At BC Place: Grey Cup Organizers