The University of Montreal Carabins Win the Vanier Cup
The University of Montreal Carabins have emerged victorious in the 2019 Vanier Cup, the championship game of Canadian university football. The Carabins defeated the University of Calgary Dinos with a final score of 27-13, claiming their second Vanier Cup title in the past five years.
The game, which took place at the Telus Stadium in Quebec City, was a highly anticipated matchup between two of the top teams in Canadian university football. The Carabins, who finished the regular season with a record of 8-2, were looking to avenge their loss in last year’s Vanier Cup to the Western Mustangs. The Dinos, on the other hand, had a perfect 10-0 record and were aiming for their first Vanier Cup victory since 1995.
The first half of the game was a tight battle, with both teams trading touchdowns and field goals. The Carabins took an early lead with a touchdown from running back Reda Malki, but the Dinos responded with a touchdown of their own from quarterback Adam Sinagra. The Carabins then regained the lead with a field goal, but the Dinos tied it up with a field goal of their own. The first half ended with the score tied at 10-10.
In the second half, the Carabins came out strong and took control of the game. Quarterback Dimitri Morand led the team with two touchdown passes, one to receiver Kevin Kaya and another to receiver Louis-Mathieu Normandin. The Carabins’ defense also stepped up, preventing the Dinos from scoring any points in the second half.
The Carabins’ victory was a team effort, with standout performances from both the offense and defense. Quarterback Dimitri Morand finished the game with 238 passing yards and two touchdowns, while running back Reda Malki rushed for 112 yards and a touchdown. On defense, linebacker Brian Harelimana had a game-high 10 tackles and a crucial interception in the fourth quarter.
The win was a special one for the Carabins, as it marked their second Vanier Cup title in the past five years. The team’s head coach, Danny Maciocia, praised his players for their hard work and dedication throughout the season. “I am so proud of these young men,” he said. “They have worked tirelessly all season and it has paid off with this championship win.”
The Vanier Cup victory also holds a special significance for the University of Montreal, as it is the first time in the school’s history that they have won two national championships in the same year. The Carabins’ women’s soccer team also won the U Sports national championship earlier this month.
The University of Montreal Carabins’ victory in the 2019 Vanier Cup is a testament to their determination and skill as a team. They have proven themselves to be one of the top teams in Canadian university football and have solidified their place in the history books with this impressive win. Congratulations to the Carabins on their well-deserved victory!
