CFL B.C. Lions

Statement from Garry Peters Following Appeal Update

Published on October 4, 2021 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release


(Vancouver)- BC Lions defensive back Garry Peters has issued the following statement after his 1-Game suspension was changed to a fine. As per CFL policy, amount of the fine was not disclosed.

Statement:

On September 22, 2021, I was suspended for one game due to unacceptable and unprofessional behaviour towards a doping control officer after the conclusion of the game on September 11, 2021.

Upon reflection and after a hearing with the Commissioner on October 2, 2021, I wish to make the following statement.

Dear Commissioner Ambrosie,

I want to offer my regret and sincerest apology for my behaviour during the drug testing process after our game on September 11, 2021. I regret that I treated CCES staff in an unacceptable manner and I will directly offer to them in writing my unequivocal apology. What I did was wrong and for that I am sorry. I also apologize to my team, my teammates and the league for my behaviour. I have learned an important lesson from my failure and will conduct myself in a more professional manner going forward.

Finally, I want to thank the Commissioner and the CFLPA for giving me an opportunity to express my remorse for my actions on the evening of September 11, 2021.

Sincerely

Garry Peters

The club will not have any further comments.

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