Ryan Bomnben (centre) with former Gryphon teamamtes Nick FitzGibbon, Tim Randall, David Harrison, Gord Fairity, Matt Rossetti & Grant MacDonald
There’s a story on former Grphon offensive lineman Ryan Bomben [2006-2009], by Frank Ziccarelli, in the Toronto Sun.
By his own admission, Ryan Bomben wasn’t aware of his milestone moment until it was announced to the crowd at BMO Field.
Admittedly, Bomben said he was unaware that he’d be playing in his 150th game in the CFL when the Argos and Roughiders hooked up last Friday night.
Bomben isn’t the type to seek the spotlight having played along the offensive line of scrimmage where players often go overlooked.
Once word spread of his career moment, players and ex-teammates quickly extended congratulations to Bomben.
“It’s been a long time,’’ said Bomben. “It’s something to be proud of. I want to keep that number going up.”
Bomben has played down the moment, but it is something to acknowledge and celebrate knowing not many players reach the 150-game mark.
Perhaps not surprisingly, he does not remember his first game as a pro.
“It’s been too long,’’ said Bomben, a product of the University of Guelph who joined the Als in 2010 after being drafted 31st overall.
In retrospect, many CFL draft pundits would now place Bomben at the top of that draft class.
Read the full story in the SUN – Veteran Bomben plays down milestone moment in reaching career 150th kickoff
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I miss the weekly Gryphon Football insights, hope all is well Peter.
I enjoyed doing but it was easier when I was single. And this year I’ve been so busy working I’ve only attended 3 of 9 games. I thought I had someone to do some of the writing but that fell through.
Thanks Peter, I’m grateful for all your past posts – it made Gryphon Football better for all the fans. I wish you all the best in the future.