COACHES

Each BIG TIME coach is dedicated to sculpting well-rounded athletes, ensuring not just success on the field but also personal growth. Meet the architects of our football revolution – where coaching goes beyond instruction, creating a winning legacy that resonates with every player.

Head Coach - Director

KEON RAYMOND

In the world of Canadian football, Keon Raymond stands as a testament to skill, versatility, and unyielding dedication. A gridiron maestro, Keon's journey in the Canadian Football League (CFL) is a narrative of excellence that left an indelible mark on the sport.

Hailing from St. Louis, Missouri, Keon began his CFL career in 2008, becoming a defensive stalwart for the Calgary Stampeders. His tenacity, agility, and strategic brilliance on the field earned him multiple CFL All-Star honors. From the crunching tackles to pivotal interceptions, Keon Raymond's presence was synonymous with defensive prowess. Keon's leadership extended beyond the locker room, influencing a new generation of players.

Today, Keon Raymond continues to shape the football landscape as the driving force behind BIG TIME Players. From his storied playing days to his current role as a mentor and leader, Keon's commitment to the game remains unwavering. His legacy as a player, mentor, and now architect of football excellence is etched in the annals of Canadian football history, inspiring all to strive for greatness on and off the field.

KEONS COACHING CORNER

QUARTERBACKS COACH

CHRIS MERCHANT

Chris started playing football at 8 years old and has loved the sport ever since. He played 2 years of high school in Calgary for Western Canada High School and then transferred to St. Andrew’s College in Ontario, to finish. From there he earned a full scholarship to the University at Buffalo (FBS D1-A), where he spent 2 years before transferring to Western University, due to a coaching staff change.

After earning the starting spot in his first season at Western, he went on to finish with a 39-3 career record as a starter. During his time there, he won 2 Yates Cups, a Mitchell Bowl, a Uteck Bowl, and a Vanier cup - he was named MVP in 4 out of 5 of those bowl game wins. To cap it all off, in his final year he was awarded the Hec Crighton Trophy, as the MVP of USports football.

After university Chris was signed by the Montreal Alouettes, who released him after training camp in order to return to school and use his last year of eligibility while finishing his degree in Kinesiology.