Toronto RCAF Hurricanes

As Canadians were deeply affected by the mounting losses overseas, the Toronto RCAF Hurricanes were formed and invited to compete for the Grey Cup in an effort to boost the country's morale. As their victories accumulated, their matches began drawing audiences that had not been witnessed in a decade. On December 5, 1942, the Toronto RCAF Hurricanes defeated the Winnipeg RCAF Bombers in an 8-5 win. Due to the timing of the game, the playing field conditions were poor, with mud, turf, and patches of ice. It was suggested to the Canadian Rugby Union that the Dominion Championship be held in November in future to avoid poor field conditions. Over 12,000 fans attended the game at Varsity Stadium. ==1942 Grey Cup Line Up==

Source: • QB – Bill Stukus • FW – Fred Kijek • HB – Eddie Thompson • HB – Jack Alexander • HB – Jack Perry • E – Ed Poscavage • E – Eddie Burton • C – Jake Gaudaur • G – Paul McGarry • G – Lloyd Langley • T – Art Evans • T – Don Durno Alternates: Don Crowe, John Buckmaster, Jack Taylor, Cece Foderingham, George Oliphant, Art West, Bob Sarvis, John Poplowsky, Charlie Prince, Victor S.(Red) Reynolds, Joey Richman, Jimmy Partridge Coach: Lew Hayman ==ORFU season-by-season==

• Bill Stukus • Eddie Thompson • Fred Kijek • Bob Cosgrove • Jake Gaudaur == The Photograph ==

In 2012, in partnership with Infly Field Productions, The Sports Network debuted their documentary The Photograph: Engraved on a Nation. The documentary, directed by Manfred Becker, celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Grey Cup and focuses on Jake Gaudaur. Gaudaur's daughters, Jackie and Diane, tell the story behind the photograph of the RCAF Hurricanes celebrating their Grey Cup win in 1942. The documentary aired on Friday, November 9, 2012. ==References==