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Tiger-Cats name Stefan Ptaszek offensive coordinator

Fred Thornhill / Reuters

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats didn't have to look far for a new offensive coordinator.

Kent Austin announced Thursday the team has named McMaster head coach Stefan Ptaszek as its new offensive coordinator.

"Stefan is a smart, innovative coach with strong leadership qualities, integrity and a proven track record of success at the CIS level," Austin said. "He has a thorough understanding of the Canadian game, and his body of work with respect to producing top ranked, efficient and explosive offences at McMaster speaks for itself. He and his family are committed to the area and already entrenched in the Hamilton community. We are excited to have him on board as we continue to prepare for the upcoming season."

Ptaszek has been in charge of McMaster since 2006 and has been praised for his work with the Marauders offense. The 45-year-old went 73-29 at McMaster, helping them to a Vanier Cup in 2011 and capturing CIS Coach of the Year in 2012.

"To have a chance to support and learn from Coach Austin and the Tiger-Cats organization is a once in a lifetime opportunity," said Ptaszek. "The City of Hamilton is critical to this decision because my family has zero interest in ever leaving this wonderful community. I am extremely motivated and determined to be a positive force that adds value to the entire Ticat organization."

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