Rookie running back Jean-Guy Rimpel put the RSEQ on notice with a big performance to help lead the Concordia Stingers to a 33-21 victory over the McGill Redmen in the 29th annual Shrine Bowl before a crowd of 3001 at Concordia Stadium Saturday afternoon.
The Montreal native carried the ball 14 times for 135 yards and scored a touchdown on a one-yard plunge in the fourth quarter. It was his first TD at the university level. He also caught three passes for 11 yards.
“He did a great job,” said Concordia head coach Mickey Donovan. “The offensive line did a good job opening up holes for him and he ran hard. He didn’t make any mental mistakes. He was really good today."
He was awarded the Shrine Bowl MVP offence for his efforts.
Quarterback Trenton Miller made his first start and was impressive. He completed 27 of 38 passes for 275 yards, two touchdowns and just one interception. He also ran in a TD on a one-yard keeper.
Overall, Miller orchestrated an offence that rolled up 25 first downs and 435 yards.
McGill countered with 23 first downs and 377 yards of offence. Receiver Louis Brouillette was a bright spot for the Redmen. He caught seven passes for 101 yards.
In a post game ceremony the following awards were presented:
MVP Offence Concordia - RB Jean-Guy Rimpel
MVP Offence McGill - REC Louis Brouillette
MVP Defence Concordia - LB Aryo Khatchikian
MVP Defence McGill - LB Karl Forgues
Ted Elsby Awards for defensive line play:
DT Sam Narkaj, Concordia
DE Devon Stewart, McGill
The Stingers improve their win-loss record to 2-1 and will host the Montréal Carabins next Saturday at 2 p.m. (TVASports). The Redmen fall to 1-2 and welcome the Acadia Axemen next Saturday at 1 p.m.
