Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats anounced today that they have traded non-import kicker Jamie Boreham to the Saskatchewan Roughriders in exchange for import defensive lineman Alvin Washington.
“Going into this season, we looked to improve on all areas of our defence,” said general manager Marcel Desjardins. “Alvin is quick and agile for his size and he has an great opportunity to make an impact on our team.”
Washington, a 6-1, 280-pound native of Columbus, Ohio, signed as a free agent with Riders in January 2007 after spending four seasons at Boston College. During his final year, he started in 12 games, recording 28 tackles, four quarterback sacks and nine tackles for a loss as a senior. During his collegiate career, Washington dressed in a total of 42 games for the Eagles and finished his career with 74 tackles, six quarterback sacks and 15 tackles for a loss.
Boreham joined the Ticats in February of 2004 along with Kojo Aidoo from Winnipeg in exchange for a third round pick in the 2004 CFL Canadian College Draft. Boreham appearing in 46 games over three seasons with the Black and Gold, connecting on 71 of 105 field goal attempts (67.6%).
About the Hamilton Tiger-Cats
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are a member of the Canadian Football League (CFL) with a rich 138-year history, which includes 42 Canadian Football Hall of Famers and 15 Grey Cup Championships. For more information log onto www.ticats.ca
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