By Canadian Press

Winnipeg Blue Bombers to induct Charles Roberts into ring of honour

Aug 26, 2024 | 12:46 PM

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will honour their all-time leading rusher next month.

The CFL team says that Charles Roberts will be inducted into the ring of honour on Sept. 7 at Princess Auto Stadium.

He’ll be officially added during the annual Banjo Bowl against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.

Roberts made his debut with the Blue Bombers in 2001 and spent most of his eight-year CFL career in Winnipeg.

He led the CFL in rushing on three occasions.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 26, 2024.

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