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John Borger (Canadian football)

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John Borger
Born:c. 1935 (age 88–89)
Lymburn, Alberta
Career information
CFL statusNational
Position(s)C, E
Height6 ft 0 in (183 cm)
Weight195 lb (88 kg)
Career history
As player
19561957Calgary 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

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  1. ^ "John Borger". justsportsstats.com.
  2. ^ "Will form official opposition". Calgary Herald. March 2, 1974. p. 1.
  3. ^ Gordon, Jaremko (March 1, 1974). "600 Liberals rally to choose new leader". Calgary Herald. Edmonton. p. 29.