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Wayne Harris, Jr.

b. 1959

Canadian football player

Head coach Canadian football player
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About Wayne Harris, Jr.

Born 1959. Wayne Harris, Jr. is a Canadian head coach and canadian football player.

Wayne Harris Jr. (born October 30, 1959 ) is a Canadian former professional football linebacker and was the head coach for the University of Calgary's football team, the Calgary Dinos, from 2015 to 2023.

University playing career Harris played CIAU football for the Calgary Dinosaurs as a linebacker.

Professional career Harris was drafted in the seventh round, 60th overall, by the Calgary Stampeders in the 1981 CFL draft. He played in one season for the Stampeders, in 1982. In his first season, in 2015, he won the Frank Tindall Trophy. He later led the team to a Vanier Cup championship in 2019. On November 2, 2023, Harris announced his retirement after compiling a 41–21 record as head coach, along with three Hardy Cup championships and one Vanier Cup championship.

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Personal life Harris is the son of Canadian Football Hall of Famer Wayne Harris.

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Important facts

Born
30 October 1959
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Head coach, Canadian football player
Nationality
Canada

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Wayne Harris, Jr.?

Canadian football player

When was Wayne Harris, Jr. born?

Wayne Harris, Jr. was born on 30 October 1959.

What is Wayne Harris, Jr.'s occupation?

Wayne Harris, Jr. is a head coach and canadian football player.

What nationality is Wayne Harris, Jr.?

Wayne Harris, Jr. is Canadian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Wayne Harris, Jr.

· Wikidata: Q19663767

· DBpedia: Wayne Harris Jr.

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