Tony Gabriel

Class of 1985


Tony Gabriel played with the Burlington Braves before attending the University of Syracuse, where he broke most of the school’s pass receiving records.

Gabriel was the leading receiver in the Eastern Conference of the CFL five times, and had more than 1,000 yards in receptions in 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 and 1981. His three last-minute catches helped the Tiger-Cats win the 1972 Grey Cup and he caught the game-winning touchdown in the 1976 Championship for the Ottawa Rough Riders.Tony Gabriel was named the Canadian Player of the 1976 Grey Cup game.

Playing Career

Hamilton Tiger-Cats
1971 - 1974
Ottawa Rough Riders
1975 - 1981

Awards/Honours

  • All-Eastern Tight End
    1972 - 1981
  • All-Canadian Tight End
    1972, 1974 - 1980
  • Schenley Award for Most Outstanding Canadian
    1974, 1976 - 1978
  • Schenley Award for Most Outstanding Player
    1978
  • Lew Hayman Trophy
    1976 - 1978, 1981
  • Grey Cup Participationn
    1972, 1976, 1981
  • Grey Cup Winning Teams
    1972, 1976