December 19, 2011

Edmonton Eskimos
ESKS.com Staff


(Edmonton)  The Edmonton Eskimos have signed kicker Derek Schiavone to a new contract, the club announced today.

In 2011, Schiavone handled field goal duties in five regular season games (16 of 19 on field goals, longest 46), the Western Semi-Final (1 of 2 on field goals) and the Western Final (3 for 3 on field goals).

The former University of Western Ontario University standout signed as a free agent with the Esks in 2008. During first two CFL seasons, Schiavone spent the bulk of his time on the practice roster. In 2010 he appeared in five regular season games and was named CFL Special Teams Player of the Week for Week 16.
     
Eskimo General Manager Eric Tillman says, “We're pleased to extend our relationship with Derek.  At 26, he’s got a bright future ahead of him.”