John Borger (Canadian football)
| Born: | c. 1935 (age 88–89) Lymburn, Alberta |
|---|---|
| Career information | |
| CFL status | National |
| Position(s) | C, E |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 195 lb (88 kg) |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1956–1957 | Calgary Stampeders |
John Borger (born c. 1935) is a former Canadian football player who played for the Calgary Stampeders, politician and PhD in biochemistry.[1][2] John Borger played from 1956 to 1957 with the Calgary Stampeders as a Centre. Borger intercepted one pass for 34 yards in his career.
In 1974 Borger contested the leadership of the Alberta Liberal Party, eventually being defeated by Nicholas Taylor.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ "John Borger". justsportsstats.com.
- ^ "Will form official opposition". Calgary Herald. March 2, 1974. p. 1.
- ^ Gordon, Jaremko (March 1, 1974). "600 Liberals rally to choose new leader". Calgary Herald. Edmonton. p. 29.
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- 1930s births
- Players of Canadian football from Alberta
- Canadian football offensive linemen
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- People from the County of Grande Prairie No. 1
- Candidates in the 1972 Canadian federal election
- Candidates in the 1974 Canadian federal election
- Candidates in the 1980 Canadian federal election
- Canadian sportsperson-politicians