Athlete Spotlight: Christophe Mulumba-Tshimanga

Christophe Mulumba-Tshimanga’s story is one of resilience, dedication, and reinvention. From excelling as a CFL linebacker to launching his own business, he’s shown how athletes can translate their skills into meaningful careers beyond the game.

Meet Christophe Mulumba-Tshimanga:

• CFL Career: Drafted 22nd overall by the Edmonton Eskimos in 2017, he played for the Eskimos and Ottawa Redblacks.

• Academic Excellence: A standout at the University of Maine, Christophe was a three-time All-American and a Maine Scholar-Athlete Silver Medalist. He balanced academic success with his athletic career.

• Founder of Linebacker Prototype Academy: Christophe created a platform to mentor and train the next generation of linebackers after transitioning into business. The academy has already impacted over 1,000 athletes with in-person and online training programs focusing on technical development and personal growth.

• Global Impact: Christophe’s international background—he was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, raised in Montreal, and played football in the U.S. and Canada—has shaped his inclusive approach to coaching and mentorship.

Christophe’s journey highlights the power of leveraging transferable skills like leadership, discipline, and teamwork. By sharing his knowledge and experiences, he empowers others to build their paths to success.

He once said, “Success in sports is just the beginning. The skills you learn on the field can create opportunities you never imagined.”

Christophe Mulumba-Tshimanga proves that the end of a playing career isn’t the end of the story—it’s the start of a new one.