Frank Clair, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Frank Clair

coach in the Canadian Football League

Date of Birth: 12-May-1917

Place of Birth: Hamilton, Ohio, United States

Date of Death: 03-Apr-2005

Profession: head coach, American football player

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus


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About Frank Clair

  • Frank James Clair (May 12, 1917 – April 3, 2005) was an American gridiron football player, coach, and executive.
  • Nicknamed "the Professor" for his ability to recognize and develop talent, he served as a head coach in the Canadian Football League (CFL) with the Toronto Argonauts from 1950 to 1954 and the Ottawa Rough Riders from 1956 to 1969.
  • Clair ranks third all-time in CFL history with 147 regular season wins and first in postseason victories with 27.
  • He is also tied for the most Grey Cup championships won by a head coach with five.
  • He won the Annis Stukus Trophy as the CFL's coach of the year in 1966 and 1969.

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