Les Maruo
Les Maruo is a Japanese professional gridiron linebacker whose path runs through Kansas, UTSA, the CFL Global Draft, Winnipeg, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Japan's top X-League stage. His game is built on speed, contact, discipline, and a truly global football life.
CFL Global Draft standout and Japan X-League champion.
A football path across borders
Born in Yokkaichi, Japan, Les moved to Wichita, Kansas, at age nine and built his football foundation in the United States. He played college football at Hutchinson Community College and UTSA, where he developed into a physical linebacker with the range and toughness to keep climbing.
In 2021, Les was selected fourth overall in the CFL Global Draft by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. His CFL path has included Winnipeg, Edmonton, and Ottawa experience, with impact on defense and special teams.
Les has also starred in Japan's top X-League, becoming a Rise Bowl champion with the Panasonic Impulse. His rare rhythm of competing in Canada and returning to Japan for playoff and championship football gives his story a global edge that few athletes can match.
Two countries, one standard
Les represents the kind of athlete the Rocky's network is built for: mobile, disciplined, international, and thinking beyond one season.
Japan
Yokkaichi roots and championship football in the X-League with Panasonic Impulse.
Kansas
Moved to Wichita as a kid and started building the American football foundation.
UTSA
College football growth through Hutchinson CC and the UTSA Roadrunners.
CFL
Global Draft selection, Blue Bombers breakthrough, and pro football experience across Canada.
Contact, culture, championship pace
Blue-and-gold pro football energy paired with the college moment that helped launch the path.
Honoring Les Maruo
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