WILL FINCH
"THE BIG CAT"
High school & club football standout combining explosive agility, two-way line grit, and unmatched sportsmanship. Recognized by Brantford Sports Council and 519 Sports Online as a generational leader on the gridiron and champion for youth community impact.
Position
OL / DL
Two-Way AnchorClass Status
2027/28
High School ProspectDistrict
Grand Erie
Brant County, ONKey Honor
BSC Award
Sportsmanship 2026
"Big power in the trenches, relentless heart everywhere else."
Recognized by Grand Erie District School Board & Brantford Sports Council
BSC Accolade
Finney Award Winner
"Brantford football star Will Finch doing BIG things on and off the field."
Athletic Measurables & Player DNA
Combining rare size, dynamic burst off the snap, and instinctive high-football-IQ decision making across offensive and defensive sets.
Offensive Tackle
Dominant pass pro & downfield run block
Defensive Tackle
Gap penetration & interior run stuffer
Brantford, ON
Mount Pleasant Community Roots
Honour Roll
Grand Erie High Performance Student
Football IQ & On-Field Demeanor
Remarkable pre-snap reads, situational poise, and instinctive recognition of blitz packages and gap responsibilities.
Explosive Agility & Size
Nicknamed "The Big Cat" for remarkable lateral quickness unmatched by traditional heavy linemen. Fires off the ball with explosive first-step velocity and agile recovery.
Peerless Sportsmanship
Fiercely competitive whistle-to-whistle while maintaining spotless dignity. Winner of the 2026 Kevin Finney Memorial Award honoring uncompromising integrity on the gridiron.
Relentless Trench Motor
Plays full two-way series without fatigue drop-off. Renowned for driving linebackers past the whistle and pursuing ball-carriers downfield with tenacity.
Locker Room Leadership
Sets the cultural standard in the weight room, film study sessions, and community clinics. Mentors younger youth football prospects entering high school ball.
Accolades, Honors & Civic Citations
Documented athletic excellence celebrated across Brant County, regional athletics councils, and provincial sports organizations.
Kevin Finney Memorial Award
Winner for Sportsmanship & Dedication in Football. Presented annually to the athlete demonstrating unmatched grit, peer respect, and civic dedication on and off the field.
Distinguished Athletic Recognition
Awarded for exceptional varsity performance and exemplary ambassador status, modeling academic devotion alongside high-impact high school football excellence.
Frank Bricker Memorial Finalist
Nominated among the top youth athletes across Ontario for outstanding volunteer spirit, athletic tenacity, and community impact through non-profit leadership.
Ferocious on Friday Nights.
Compassionate Rescuer Every Single Day.
What makes Will Finch exceptional isn't just pancake blocks or quarterback pressures; it's how he channels athletic discipline into caring for horses, dogs, and cats across Southern Ontario through Good Will Good Karma.
"Football taught me how to take a hit, get back on my feet, and fight for my teammates. Rescue work requires that exact same resilience—standing up for animals that don't have a voice of their own."
— Will Finch, Founder & LinemanGridiron Discipline
Film breakdown, strength cycles, mental stamina under high pressure.
Rescue Stewardship
Hands-on sanctuary maintenance, feeding schedules, community advocacy.
Work Ethic
Commitment Rate
Every snap and every rescued animal treated with complete dedication.
Rescue Founded
Youth leadership started before high school gridiron stardom.
Sanctuary Life
Official Highlight Reel & Media Hub
Key Tape Moments
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Goal-Line Drive Block
Pancake block creates running TD lane
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TFL & Interior Collapse
Fires through B-gap for 4-yard loss
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Pass Protection Mirror
Flawless kick-slide locks down edge rusher
"Will Finch possesses the size coaches dream of, but his agility and attitude make him special. He plays violently between the whistles, and carries himself like an absolute gentleman everywhere else."
519 Sports Online
Regional Football Feature Spotlight
"When the Brantford Sports Council evaluated nominees for the Finney Award, Will stood out unanimously. He represents the highest ideal of young student-athletes in Brant County."
Brantford Sports Council
Selection Committee Honors
"You see guys with size who don't want to run or work hard. 'The Big Cat' sets the conditioning standard every practice. He plays both sides of the ball and never taps out."
Varsity Coaching Staff
Grand Erie District Athletics
Scouting Itinerary & Combine Dates
Coaches, scouts, and trainers can view upcoming varsity matchups, high-performance combines, and community football camps.
Grand Erie Varsity Showcase
Home Matchup • Brantford Athletic Complex • 7:00 PM
Ontario Elite Lineman Combine
Regional Combine • Hamilton High Performance Center
Brantford Youth Football Camp
Guest Coach / Mentor • Good Will Good Karma Youth Clinic
Looking to arrange official scouting film or school visit?
Athletic liaison team responds within 24 business hours.
Coach / Scout Contact Inquiry
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Direct recruitment questions can also be directed to info@goodwillgoodkarma.org (Attn: Will Finch Athletics).
Support Will's Rescue Mission
Empower the non-profit founded by Will Finch in 2018. Help provide medical care, warm shelter, and loving foster homes for Brant County animals in need.