Positive News for Anthony Calvillo
Published on January 28, 2011 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Montreal Alouettes News Release
Montreal, Jan. 28, 2011 - Friday afternoon, quarterback Anthony Calvillo had good news for Alouettes' fans when he announced that following his final round of treatment this week, he feels great and is confident that he will be ready to take snaps in another season behind centre for the Alouettes in 2011.
Anthony underwent surgery last December to remove his thyroid gland and on Wednesday, he underwent his only necessary radiation treatment. Dr. Roger Tabah, Calvillo's surgeon, believes that Anthony reacted very well to the treatment and should fully recover.
"After undergoing treatment, I feel great and my doctors are very satisfied with my progress thus far. After taking time to look after my personal health, I'm extremely excited to start preparing for another season of football with the Alouettes. I'll start my training regiments on Monday, which is the usual starting date for my off-season training," said Calvillo.
Anthony's doctors are extremely happy with his progress to date, stating that it is normal to recover this well from this type of cancer.
"After discussions with Dr. Tabah, he assured me that there should be nothing stopping Anthony from continuing his long and successful professional football career or from winning another Grey Cup!," said the team's official Doctor, Vincent Lacroix.
Two-year contract Calvillo has also signed a new two-year contract with the Alouettes. Calvillo is fresh off of a second-straight Grey Cup victory, the third of his illustrious career. Last season, he completed 380 of his 562 passes, registering 4,358 yards in the process. He threw 32 touchdown passes and just seven interceptions all season. His quarterback rating of 108.1 was a league-best. The 2011 season will be the 18th for the 38-year old and his 14th with the Alouettes.
"The most important information about this announcement today is that Anthony's prognosis looks great and he is feeling great. The secondary news is that Anthony has signed on to play at least another season. The Alouettes family is ecstatic about all the news!," said general manager Jim Popp.
"Anthony is the leader of the crew. He has the attention of all his teammates and they will follow his lead. He has gained unconditional respect through his play, his determination, and his fight. Anthony for years has offered his services for what is best for the team. He is not a selfish person and has sacrificed to help keep the Alouettes at the top," added Popp.
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