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November 11, 2026
Football Ontario Thanks Zach Mougenot for His Contributions as Head Athletic Therapist
Football Ontario Recognizes Zach’s Leadership, Dedication, and Contributions to Team Ontario’s High-Performance Programs
Hamilton, Ontario – Football Ontario would like to extend its sincere appreciation to Zach Mougenot for his dedication, leadership, and contributions during his time as Head Athletic Therapist for the organization.
Since being named Head Athletic Therapist in 2024, Zach has played an instrumental role in strengthening Football Ontario’s athletic therapy operations, improving organizational processes, and coordinating medical coverage across Team Ontario’s high-performance programming.
“I want to thank Football Ontario for the opportunity to be part of the organization and for the experiences and relationships I’ve gained along the way. It’s been incredibly rewarding to work with so many talented athletes, coaches, staff, and fellow medical professionals, and to play a small part in their development both on and off the field. I’m grateful for the memories, friendships, and everything I’ve learned throughout my time with the organization. I’m excited to watch Football Ontario continue to grow, particularly in the areas of football and sports performance across the province. I look forward to seeing all that the organization and its athletes accomplish in the years ahead. Thank you for everything!” says Zach.
Two of Football Ontario’s core values are Excellence and Wellness. Throughout his time with the organization, Zach has embodied these values through his commitment to athlete health and safety, his leadership of athletic therapy personnel, and his dedication to creating a positive high-performance environment for athletes, coaches, and staff.
Zach’s contributions have extended across numerous Team Ontario programs and competitions, including supporting multiple national championship-winning teams. His work behind the scenes has helped ensure that athletes receive consistent and professional care while representing Ontario at the highest levels of competition.
Beyond his direct involvement with athletes, Zach has made meaningful improvements to Football Ontario’s internal processes, helping strengthen the coordination, organization, and delivery of athletic therapy services throughout the province.
“Zach has been an important part of the Team Ontario program, and we are extremely grateful for the dedication and professionalism he has brought to our organization. His leadership has helped strengthen our athletic therapy operations, improve the support we provide to our athletes, and establish processes that will benefit our programs for years to come. Beyond his contributions on the field, Zach has been a valued member of our team, and we sincerely thank him for everything he has done for Football Ontario,” said Aaron Geisler, Chief Executive Officer of Football Ontario.
Football Ontario is incredibly thankful for Zach’s professionalism, dedication, and the positive impact he has made on the organization. His contributions have helped strengthen the foundation of Football Ontario’s athletic therapy services and will continue to benefit the Team Ontario program moving forward.
Football Ontario thanks Zach for his commitment to the organization, its athletes, and the broader football community and wishes him all the best in his future endeavours.
As Football Ontario looks ahead to the continued growth of its high-performance programs, the organization will begin the process of identifying its next Head Athletic Therapist. Further information regarding the opportunity will be shared in the coming days.
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ABOUT FOOTBALL ONTARIO: Football Ontario is the sanctioned provincial governing body for football in Ontario, through its focus on transparency, growth, alignment and excellence, is engaged in providing football opportunities for all of Ontario. Football Ontario is driven by a commitment to deliver football programming, opportunities and resources for its members and the provincial football stakeholders. Please visit: footballontario.net
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