Sports Hall of Fame Inductee

Nick Benjamin was one of the greatest players to ever wear a Concordia Stingers football uniform. An offensive tackle, he was known for his agressive play and speed. At 285 pounds, he could run 40 yards in 4.89 seconds. He was highly decorated, earning two conference all-stars, two all-Canadian awards and being named Concordia Male Athlete of the Year in 1985. His prowess attracted the attention of many professional teams, including the NFL's New York Giants who came to Concordia to work him out. Nick was drafted first overall by the Ottawa Rough Riders in the 1985 CFL draft. His career spanned nine years with the Rough Riders and Winnipeg Blue Bombers. In 1985, he was named the Schenley Rookie of the Year in the East. Nick was a CFL all-star in 1988. He played in three Grey Cup games and was a member of the 1990 Grey Cup champion Blue Bombers.

Nick went on to establish a post-football career as an entrepreneur and youth care worker.