Thursday, September 18, 2008

Passing of Ron Lancaster, CFL legend

Today Canada lost one of its true sports legends, Canadian Football League quarterback and Sports Hall of Famer, coach, general manager and broadcaster, Ron Lancaster. He was 69 years old.

The American-born Lancaster, who made a name for himself with the CFL, is considered an icon by sports lovers everywhere. Mr. Lancaster was a beloved sports figure for roughly half a century. He was a legend even before his passing.

He broke into the league with the Ottawa Rough Riders in 1960, and three years later joined Saskatchewan, where he spent 16 years, leading the Roughriders to their first-ever Grey Cup title in 1966. He was the CFL's outstanding player in 1970 and '76.

He also had a lengthy coaching career with Saskatchewan, Edmonton and Hamilton, winning two Grey Cups while on the sidelines.

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