Brian Harelimana
Brian Harelimana (born December 16, 1995) is a Rwandan-born Canadian football linebacker for the Montreal Alouettes of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played U Sports football at Montreal and was a fourth round draft pick by the Alouettes in 2020.
| No. 0 Montreal Alouettes | |
| Born: | December 16, 1995 Rwanda |
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| Career information | |
| Status | Active |
| CFL status | National |
| Position(s) | Linebacker |
| Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
| Weight | 215 lb (98 kg) |
| University | Montreal |
| High school | Vanier High School |
| CFL draft | 2020 / Round: 4 / Pick: 33 |
| Drafted by | Montreal Alouettes |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 2020–present | Montreal Alouettes |
| Career stats | |
| Games played | 8 |
| Tackles | 5 |
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Early life and education
Harelimana was born on December 16, 1995, in Rwanda.[1] His family moved to Canada when he was young, and Harelimana attended Vanier High School. He played U Sports football for Montreal, ranking second on the team with 37 tackles in 2019.[1]
Professional career
Harelimana was selected in the fourth round (33rd overall) of the 2020 CFL Draft by the Montreal Alouettes.[2] The 2020 season was cancelled, but Harelimana returned to the team in 2021 and made the final roster. He appeared in eight games during the season, making five total tackles.[3] He recorded two tackles on defense, three on special teams.[4]
Personal life
His brother, Kean Harelimana, had a brief stint in the CFL with the Ottawa Redblacks.[1]
References
- Barry, Martin C. (August 11, 2021). "Alouettes linebacker Brian Harelimana learned to love football in Laval". Laval News.
- Pereira, Nicholas (March 18, 2021). "Opportunité montréalaise pour Brian Harelimana". Courrier Laval (in French).
- "Harelimana is gaining momentum". Montreal Alouettes. November 18, 2021.
- "Brian Harelimana Stats". Pro Football Archives.