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Dinos Cornerback Adam Laurensse has played for four teams in four years, lucky for the Dinos he’ll be wearing the red and gold for the next four years.

After graduating from Bev Facey High School in Edmonton, Adam headed to the Vancouver Island Raiders of the British Columbia Football Conference. As a Raider he gained all-star and all-Canadian status by leading the country in interceptions.

In 2012 Adam moved back to Edmonton and suited up for the Edmonton Wildcats of the PFC. Adam once again lead the nation in interceptions and was named a PFC all star and All-Canadian..

In the winter of 2013, Adam Decided his junior days were over and it was time to attend university. The success he enjoyed in the junior ranks lead to him being one of the most recruited players of the 2013 recruiting class. He was courted by every school in Canada West. Adam chose to become a Dino and was able to have an immediate impact on the field this season. “I came here (Calgary) because of the reputation, the good coaching and it was a great academic opportunity,” states graduate of Bev Facey High School in Sherwood Park.

The coaching staff could not be happier Laurensse decided to become a Dino. “Adam is very coachable, works his tail off, and has a great understanding of the game,” states Defensive Secondary Coach Marcello Rapini was impressed with Laurensse’s skill sets immediately. “Between his film and what we saw at our December workout, we knew immediately we wanted him,” Rapini stated.

The first year Arts student gained a starting spot at cornerback in training camp and recorded 22 solo tackles and eight assisted tackles in regular season action. In addition Laurensse had four interceptions, five knockdowns and a quarterback sacks to garner Canada West all-star honours in 2013. Thus Adam has the unique distinction of being an all-star in three different leagues for three different teams in three consecutive seasons.

Adam’s fine play has continued in the post-season as he recorded an interception against the University of Manitoba Bisons in the Hardy Cup. In two post-season contests he has chipped in with seven solo tackles.

Adam and teammates are hoping to advance the Vanier Cup game in Quebec City, by defeating the Western Mustangs, this Saturday Afternoon.