Joe Kapp

Class of 1984

Robert Joseph (Joe) Kapp came to Canada after playing for the University of California. Kapp spent one and a half seasons with the Calgary Stampeders, then was dealt to the BC Lions following his knee surgery.

Joe Kapp completed 1,476 passes for 22,925 yards and 136 touchdowns. On September 29, 1962, Kapp threw six touchdown passes during one game against the Edmonton Eskimos.

Kapp led the league in passing yards four years in a row from 1962 until 1965, and was the West leader in passing yardage in 1959 and 1960.

Playing Career

Calgary Stampeders
1959 - 1961
BC Lions
1961 - 1966

Awards/Honours

  • All-Western Quarterback
    1963, 1964
  • All-Canadian Quarterback
    1963, 1964
  • Bob Bourne Memorial Trophy (Most Popular BC Lion)
    1963
  • Jeff Nicklin Memorial Trophy
    1963
  • Grey Cup Participation
    1963, 1964
  • Grey Cup Winning Teams
    1964