Abdulqaadir Selected to Play in Las Vegas All-American Classic

12/08/2003 | 12:00:00 | Football

Dec. 8, 2003

Southern Illinois University running back Muhammad Abdulqaadir will play in the Las Vegas All-American Classic, an all-star bowl game that showcases college seniors.

The game will take place on Saturday, Jan. 17, at Nevada's Sam Boyd Stadium and will feature 110 of the top players from around the country. Abdulqaadir will play for the East squad.

The all-star classic is in its third year of existence and used to be called the Paradise Bowl.

Players will arrive in Las Vegas early in the week and participate in numerous community service activities, such as visiting local schools and hospitals, in addition to practicing for the game.

Abdulqaadir was a 2003 First Team All-Gateway Conference selection who led the team in rushing with 1,041 yards and a 5.8 average.