Training Camp 2013 Update: Defensive Back

Marcello Rapini returns for eighth season with Coach Blake Nill’s staff. Known for his attention to detail and teaching techniques Rapini has just one starter returning from last year’s group. Only Cyril Iwanegbe returns at inside halfback. Gone are three time CW all-star halfback Ty Noble, veteran safety Wyatt Getty, and cornerback Jamahl Knowles is with the Montreal Alouettes practice roster. The graduating players not only were key players in games brought a strong level of commitment to each practice supplying leadership.

Converted receiver Adam Ballingall moves to one cornerback spot having played that spot in the East-West game in 2013 while Junior All-Canadian Adam Laurensse joins the team from the Edmonton Wildcats will be the other cornerback. Sophomores Hunter Turnbull and Nathan Mitchell saw considerable time last year as pure freshmen and will play inside. Both are young but once they gain experience should be solid Canada West players.

Pure freshman Robbie Woodson (St. Francis) has been most impressive in training camp and despite his youth will see playing time in 2013. Woodson is the younger brother of former Dinos running back Anthony Woodson, now with Winnipeg of the CFL. Tom Knitter, saw action last year on special teams and is also available inside.