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John Short

1937 – 2024

Canadian journalist

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Lived 1937 – 2024 (aged 86). John Short was a Canadian journalist.

John Short (January 31, 1937 – January 11, 2024) was a Canadian sports journalist and broadcaster. He wrote a column for the Edmonton Sun. Short had formerly worked for the Canadian Press, Edmonton Journal, as well as the Edmonton Oilers as public relations director. He also hosted various sports-related radio shows.

Short was inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame in 1988, and was a recipient of the Chester Bell Memorial Award for excellence in sportswriting, as well as the Fred Sgambati National Award for university sports coverage. He served on the board of directors for the Alberta Sport Connection, and also served on the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame Selection Committee.

Short died on January 11, 2024, at the age of 86.

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Edmonton Sun

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Short?

Canadian journalist

When was John Short born?

John Short was born on 31 January 1937 in Toronto.

When did John Short die?

John Short died on 11 January 2024.

What was John Short's occupation?

John Short was a journalist.

What nationality was John Short?

John Short was Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Short

· Wikidata: Q20685531

· DBpedia: John Short (journalist)

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