By the end of the 2013 CFL draft on May 6, three members of the Concordia Stingers had been selected and were one step closer to realizing their football dreams.
Defensive back/return specialist Kris Robertson was selected by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 11th overall in the second round.
The Pickering, Ont. native played four seasons with the Stingers earning RSEQ all-star and CIS all-Canadian honours in 2011 and 2012.
Punter Dumitru Ionita of Woodstock, Ont. was selected 59th overall in the seventh round by the Calgary Stampeders. He wrapped up his university career in 2010 when he led the RSEQ with a 42.5-yard average over nine games. He continued to play football in the junior ranks and returned to Montreal in March to train with Concordia head coach Gerry McGrath in preparation for the draft.
Finally with the last pick in the draft – 60th overall in the seventh round – the Toronto Argonauts selected Stinger defensive back Paul Spencer.
The Kelowna, B.C. native played his last two seasons of CIS eligibility with the Stingers in 2010 and 2011. Over the two seasons, he played 16 games collecting 56.5 tackles and one interception. Since then he has been helping Concordia with video and as a defensive back coach for spring camp.
The RSEQ football conference saw nine players selected. Concordia led the way with three picks. The Laval Rouge et Or and Bishop’s Gaiters each had two players selected, while the Sherbrooke Vert & Or and Montréal Carabins each had one athlete drafted.
