November 27, 2017
53rd ArcelorMittal Dofasco Vanier Cup: Western Mustangs gallop to championship glory
U SPORTS HAMILTON – The No. 2 Western Mustangs won their seventh national title and first crown since 1994 on Saturday, with a 39-17 victory over defending champion and No. 1 Laval Rouge et Or in the 53rd ArcelorMittal Dofasco Vanier Cup at Tim Hortons Field.
Western quarterback Chris Merchant (Calgary) won the Ted Morris Memorial Trophy as the game’s MVP, throwing for 276 yards and one touchdown through the air, while rushing for another 89 yards and two TDs.
“It’s kind of surreal,” said Western head coach Greg Marshall. “I’m never been as proud of a group of players as these guys. Heart, character, great kids, easy to coach. This is outstanding. To be able to share this with these kids – unbelievable. We’ve got great leadership, outstanding students, outstanding athletes, outstanding people.”
Ted Morris Memorial Trophy (Vanier Cup MVP): Chris Merchant, Western
Bruce Coulter Award (Vanier Cup Defensive MVP): Fraser Sopik, Western
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