Fernand Kashama facts for kids
| Date of birth: | February 24, 1985 |
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| Place of birth: | Kinshasa, Zaire |
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| CFL status: | Non-import |
| Position(s): | DL/FB/LB |
| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) |
| Weight: | 221 lb (100 kg) |
| College: | Western Michigan University |
| High school: | Notre Dame |
| CFL Draft: | 2008 / Round: 2 / Pick: 16 |
| Drafted by: | Calgary Stampeders |
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| Playing stats at CFL.ca | |
Fernand Kashama is a former Canadian football player. He was born on February 26, 1985. He played as a defensive lineman in the Canadian Football League (CFL).
The Calgary Stampeders picked him in the 2008 CFL Draft. He also played college football for the Western Michigan Broncos. Later in his career, he joined the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
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Early Life and High School Football
Fernand Kashama was born in Kinshasa, Zaire. This was on February 26, 1985. He grew up in Brampton, Ontario, Canada.
In high school, he was a very good player. He played two different positions. He was a wide receiver and a free safety. During his final year, he caught 30 passes. These catches gained him 700 yards.
College Football Career
Kashama was a highly sought-after player. Several universities wanted him to play for them. These included Boise State and Marshall. He chose to attend Western Michigan University. He started there in January 2004.
He spent his first year, 2004, as a "redshirt" player. This means he practiced with the team but did not play in games. In 2005, he started on the offensive scout team. He then became an active player.
For two seasons, 2005 and 2006, he played as a tight end. In 2007, he changed positions. He became a defensive lineman. In his first year at this new spot, he played in all 12 games. He got his first career sack against Temple. Overall, he made 14 tackles as a defensive lineman.
Professional Football Journey
Calgary Stampeders Draft Pick
The Calgary Stampeders chose Fernand Kashama in the 2008 CFL Draft. He was the 16th player picked overall. After being drafted, he went back to Western Michigan. He played his senior season there in 2008.
He officially signed with the Stampeders on May 8, 2009. When he first joined Calgary, he was listed as a linebacker. However, he soon changed positions again. He played as a fullback for the season.
Time with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers
On October 8, 2010, Kashama joined a new team. He signed as a free agent with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. He played for them for the rest of the 2010 season. He continued to play for the Blue Bombers until 2012.
Family Connections in Football
Fernand Kashama comes from a family of football players. His older brother, Alain Kashama, also played in the CFL. Alain played for the Calgary Stampeders too.
Another brother, Hakeem Kashama, played for three different CFL teams. His cousin, Tim Biakabutuka, played in the National Football League (NFL). Tim played for the Carolina Panthers. Fernand also has a younger brother, Bronley Kashama. Bronley attended Eastern Michigan University.
