Adam Leonard (gridiron football) facts for kids
| Born: | November 4, 1986 Seattle, Washington, U.S. |
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| CFL status | American |
| Position(s) | LB |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 235 lb (107 kg) |
| College | Hawaii |
| NFL draft | 2009 / Undrafted |
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| 2009* | Seattle Seahawks |
| 2010–2011 | BC Lions |
| * Pre-season or practice roster only | |
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Adam Leonard was born on November 4, 1986. He is a former professional gridiron football player. He played as a linebacker, which is a very important defensive position. Linebackers stop the other team from running with the ball or catching passes. Adam Leonard played for the BC Lions in the Canadian Football League (CFL).
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Early Life and College Football
Adam Leonard grew up in Seattle, Washington, in the United States. He loved playing football from a young age. After high school, he went to the University of Hawaii. There, he played college football for the Hawaii Warriors team. Playing college football is a big step for athletes who want to become professionals. It helps them improve their skills.
Professional Football Career
After college, Adam Leonard hoped to play in the National Football League (NFL). He was not chosen in the NFL draft in 2009. However, he did get a chance to be with the Seattle Seahawks for a short time. This was during the pre-season or on their practice team.
Playing in the CFL
In 2010, Adam Leonard moved to Canada to play in the Canadian Football League (CFL). He signed with the BC Lions on July 20, 2010. The CFL is a professional football league in Canada. It has slightly different rules than American football. Adam Leonard played for the BC Lions for two seasons, in 2010 and 2011.
Grey Cup Champion
One of the biggest achievements in Adam Leonard's career was winning the 99th Grey Cup. The Grey Cup is the championship game of the CFL. Winning it means his team was the best in the league that year. This is a huge honor for any football player.
Life After Football
After his time as a professional football player, Adam Leonard started a new career. He became a high school teacher. He now teaches at John Glenn High School in Norwalk, California. It's cool that he went from playing sports to helping students learn!
