Lawrence Gordon back for Two more Seasons in Black and Gold

Hamilton, Ontario – The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced today that the team has re-signed import defensive back Lawrence Gordon to a two-year contract.

“After taking a look at game footage and from watching him firsthand, I am excited to re-sign an up-and-coming player like Lawrence to our team,” said general manager Bob O’Billovich. “Lawrence is a young, talented, veteran DB with a very good skills and an understanding of the CFL game. He’s got a very good mix of speed, instinct and athleticism that will help him continue to be a contributor on our defence.”

Gordon, a 5-11, 175-pound native of Hallandale, Florida played the past two seasons with the Ticats after joining the team on July 25, 2006. Last season, Gordon played in all 18 regular season games recording 51 defensive tackles, 10 special teams tackles, two interceptions, one forced fumble and five pass knockdowns.