Roughriders Corey Chamblin Named CFL Coach of the Year

Corey Chamblin – Photo: Riderville.com

The Saskatchewan Roughriders are pleased to announce Corey Chamblin has been named 2013 Canadian Football League Coach of the Year. Chamblin was awarded the Annis Stukus Trophy at the annual Coach of the Year Luncheon held this year at the Delta Hotel in Ottawa, Ontario.

Chamblin led the Roughriders to an 11-7 record during the regular season, establishing a franchise best 8-1 record to start the year. The Green and White went on to capture their fourth Grey Cup championship, winning 45-23 at Regina’s Mosaic Stadium.

Chamblin becomes just the sixth head coach in Roughrider history to win the award and first since 2007. He joins Kent Austin (2007), John Gregory (1989), Joe Faragalli (1981), Eagle Keys (1968), and Steve Owen (1962).

The CFL Coach of the Year is annually selected by the Football Reporters of Canada (FRC) and is awarded to the coach whom most demonstrates exceptional leadership, dedication and excellence during the regular season.

The award is named in honour of the late Annis Stukus, who coached the Edmonton Eskimos and the B.C. Lions and later became a member of the FRC.

– SK Roughriders Organization