US EditionTicats GM Says He Has Been Diagnosed with “a Serious Form of Cancer”
- Ted Goveia, Hamilton Tiger-Cats general manager, announced on June 6, 2025, that he has been diagnosed with cancer that has spread.
- Goveia revealed the diagnosis occurred in April 2025, after initially keeping his health private to focus on building the team's 2025 roster.
- He met with all staff to share the information, expressed gratitude for the team’s progress, and said treatment will reduce his time at team facilities.
- Two league sources confirmed that Goveia is suffering from esophageal cancer, and he expressed that being unable to spend time with the team during treatment is difficult, but it strengthens his determination to recover and return.
- Goveia said the Tiger-Cats are in “very good hands,” affirmed confidence in the staff, and expressed no worry about team functioning during his treatment.
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Ticats GM says he has been diagnosed with "a serious form of cancer"
Hamilton Tiger-Cats general manager Ted Goveia says he has been diagnosed with "a serious form of cancer that's spread." In a story posted on the club's website Friday, Goveia, 55, said the diagnosis was made in April.
CFL releases statement sending best wishes to Ticats GM Ted Goveia
TORONTO — The Canadian Football league has released the following statement about Hamilton Tiger-Cats general manager Ted Goveia: “Our CFL family and the entire CFL community sends its best wishes to Ted Goveia after learning of his cancer diagnosis. You are not alone, Ted. Fans from coast to coast to coast send their strength to you and your family. Your journey through the game has been an incredible inspiration to us all, and we’re here now t…
Ticats GM says he has been diagnosed with “a serious form of cancer” – 105.9 The Region
Hamilton Tiger-Cats general manager Ted Goveia says he has been diagnosed with “a serious form of cancer that’s spread.” In a story posted on the club’s website Friday, Goveia, 55, said the diagnosis was made in April. Although there was no specific mention as to the form of the disease, two league sources said Goveia is battling esophageal cancer. “I wanted to keep my health condition in house until we had a chance to build our team and pick ou…
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