KINGSTON, Ont. (April 10, 2025) – Four members of Queen's Football have been selected to participate in the 2025 U SPORTS East-West Bowl, as announced by the league on Monday. 

Quarterback Alex Vreeken, receiver Russell Weir, and linebackers Steven Kpehe and Justin Pace will represent Team East in the annual top prospect showcase.

The East-West Bowl will be hosted by the University of Waterloo on Saturday, May 10, at 12:30 p.m. ET at Warrior Field.

The event features the top 106 Canadian university football players eligible for the 2026 CFL Draft as they look to showcase their skills to coaches, general managers, and personnel from the Canadian Football League. A minimum of three players in their third or fourth year from each of the 27 U SPORTS football programs will attend the game.

In addition to the game, the event will include a CFL Free Agent Camp on Tuesday, May 6, a Kids Fun Camp on Wednesday, May 7, and the East-West Bowl Coaches Clinic on May 9 and 10. 

Vreeken (Kinesiology) capped off an impressive season that was unfortunately shortened due to injury, throwing 1,046 yards for 76 completions and picked up six passing touchdowns.

Weir (Economics) made a significant impact during the 2024 OUA Quarterfinals against the Windsor Lancers. Weir led a game-winning drive, culminating in a 39-yard touchdown pass on a third-and-12 situation as time expired, securing the Gaels advancement to the OUA Semifinals. Weir tallied 102 yards and two touchdowns in the season. Weir has transitioned into a receiver role ahead of the East-West Bowl.

Kpehe (Kinesiology) demonstrated his defensive capabilities during the 2024 season, recording five tackles (three solo, two assisted), and consistently contributed to the Gaels' defensive efforts.

Pace (Economics) was named a 2024 OUA First Team All-Star after capping the regular season off with 52.5 tackles (38 solo, 29 assisted), 2.5 sacks, two interceptions, and two forced fumbles. Pace's 52.5 tackles were third in the OUA.

Further details regarding events and ticket information can be found here.