'Boom' Goes the Dynamite: Gwacham Named CFL Top Performer of Week
Published on August 23, 2022 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release
(Vancouver)- After picking up two sacks and forcing a key fumble to kill a Saskatchewan drive early in the fourth quarter of Friday's 28-10 win, Lions defensive lineman Obum Gwacham has been named the CFL's Top Performer of the Week.
The speedy rush end also recorded five tackles to help a stout defence shutout the Roughriders in the second half on route to a fifth consecutive victory. Gwacham's four sacks on the season also matches the total he set in 2021.
Montreal quarterback Trevor Harris and Hamilton wide receiver Tim White were also named Top Performers, finishing second and third, respectively, in voting.
Gwacham and the Lions welcome the Saskatchewan Roughriders to BC Place for a rematch on Friday presented by Tim Hortons. Secure your seats HERE for a chance to also gain free admission to the PNE.
2022 Lions Top Performers Of The Week
Week 1- Nathan Rourke, James Butler, TJ Lee
Week 3- Nathan Rourke
Week 4- Keon Hatcher
Week 8- Nathan Rourke
Week 9- Nathan Rourke, Dominique Rhymes
Week 10- Nathan Rourke, Bryan Burnham
Week 11- Obum Gwacham
2022 Lions Top Performers Of The Month
June- Nathan Rourke
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