Sarnia Imperials
The Sarnia Imperials are a Sarnia-Lambton football team and back-to-back Ontario Power 5 Football League champions that compete in regional league play. The volunteer-run club focuses on teamwork and player development, publishes schedules and game updates, and recruits coaches and game-day volunteers to support operations. They engage fans through live-streamed games, community events, sponsorship partnerships, and regular news and roster updates.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Sarnia Imperials vs Sudbury Spartans — Week 5 matchup
The Sarnia Imperials travel to Sudbury for a Week 5 Ontario Power 5 Football matchup against the Sudbury Spartans, and both teams arrive undefeated. Tune into the live stream on the Ontario Power 5 Football YouTube channel for play by play coverage and the full game experience.
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Defensive line appreciation post
The Sarnia Imperials posted a defensive line appreciation message on 2026-06-18 asking fans to guess how many sacks the group will combine for the coming weekend. It is a short, engagement focused prompt aimed at rallying supporters and sparking game day conversation.
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Sarnia Imperials at Sudbury Spartans
Two unbeaten teams meet as the Sarnia Imperials travel to Sudbury to take on the Spartans, both sitting at 3 wins and no losses. Watch the live stream on the Ontario Power 5 Football League YouTube channel to see which team stays perfect this season.
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Sarnia Imperials at Burlington Longhorns
The Sarnia Imperials travel to Burlington to take on the Longhorns in an Ontario Power 5 Football League matchup, and the game will be streamed live on the league YouTube channel. Tune into the Ontario Power 5 Football League YouTube channel to watch the action live and follow any updates the league posts.
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Week 2 game vs Sault Ste Marie Steelers
The Sarnia Imperials face the Sault Ste Marie Steelers in Week 2 of the Ontario power 5 football league, with kickoff scheduled for May 30, 2026. The club promises action across all four quarters and will stream the game live on the league YouTube channel for fans who cannot attend.
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Thank you to sponsors
The Sarnia Imperials publicly thank their sponsors for making Game Day possible, calling out community support and urging fans and partners to rally behind the team. Published on 2026-05-23, the message uses #GameDay and #ThankYouSponsors to amplify sponsor recognition and team momentum.
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Sarnia Imperials vs Burlington Longhorns game
The Sarnia Imperials host the Burlington Longhorns for a community game with kickoff at 7:00 PM, entry for fans is $10 at the gate. Expect a barbecue and a beer tent, and the matchup goes ahead rain or shine.
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Player milestone congratulations
The Sarnia Imperials posted on 2026-05-17 celebrating @connordepo scoring the first touchdown for @wetzlarwoelfe, calling it the first of many and congratulating Deepo. The brief team message is upbeat and highlights two social handles for fans to follow and celebrate with.
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Volunteer recruitment for 2026 season
The championship Sarnia Imperials are recruiting volunteers for the 2026 season across game day operations, photography and media, equipment assistance, fundraising and team support. No experience is required, and interested volunteers should email volunteer@sarniaimperials.com to learn how to join the team.
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2026 season schedule update
The Ontario Power 5 Football League revised its 2026 schedule after GTA dropped out and North Bay declined to field a team. The Sarnia Imperials will open the regular season at home on May 23, 2026 against the Burlington Longhorns at Norm Perry Park.
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Sarnia Imperials game kickoff
The Sarnia Imperials kick off against the Burlington Longhorns at 7:00 PM on May 23, 2026, with the reigning OP5FL champions promising big plays and nonstop action. This home city matchup is positioned as a must see, high energy game for local fans.
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Season kickoff vs Burlington Longhorns
The Sarnia Imperials open the 2026 season against the Burlington Longhorns at Norm Perry Park on May 23, with the club urging fans to come out and cheer. The announcement lands during a 10 day countdown, marking this as the season kickoff you will not want to miss at the neighborhood park.
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2025 OP5FL Top 40 Players (20–11) summary
The Sarnia Imperials published the 2025 OP5FL Top 40 Players list on 2026-05-13, highlighting players ranked 20 to 11. The short write up spotlights elite two way impact players who sit just outside the Top 10, presented as a compact leaderboard update.
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Top 40 Players rankings (29–21) announcement
The Sarnia Imperials published the 2025 OP5FL Top 40 Players update for positions 29 to 21 on 2026-05-13, profiling impact players across offense, defense, and special teams. The post highlights playmakers, protectors, and difference makers as the next tier of the rankings for fans to review.
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2026 Schedule Update
The Sarnia Imperials released an updated 2026 schedule after the North Bay Bulldogs withdrew from the season. The slate opens at home on May 23 against the Burlington Longhorns and runs through July 4 with matchups against GTA AllStars, Sault Steelers, and Tri City Outlaws.
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Volunteers & Coaches Wanted
The Sarnia Imperials are recruiting coaches and volunteers for the upcoming season, seeking help with coaching, game day operations, and behind the scenes support. The team, noted as back-to-back OP5FL Champions, asks interested people to email volunteer@sarniaimperials.com to learn more and get involved.
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Connor Depodesta signs with Wetzlar Wolves
On February 16, 2026 the Sarnia Imperials announced that Connor Depodesta has signed with the Wetzlar Wolves in Germany for the 2026 season. The club thanked him for his contributions over the past two seasons and wished him success as he moves to international play.
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Sarnia Imperials Partnership with Graphics by Dante
The Sarnia Imperials have partnered with Graphics by Dante to enhance their visual branding and community engagement for the 2026 campaign.
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Sarnia Imperials Volunteer Opportunities
The Sarnia Imperials are seeking passionate volunteers for various roles, including coaching and game day operations, to support their championship journey.
