Pierre Desjardins
| Born: | October 28, 1941 OT |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Weight | 240 lb (110 kg) |
| College | University of Wyoming |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 1966–1971 | Montreal Alouettes |
Pierre Desjardins (born October 28, 1941) is a former professional
tackle positions during his six-year career (1966–1971) with the club. Desjardins' jersey #63 is one of seven retired by the Alouettes.[1]
Desjardins is currently a
Imperial Tobacco.[2]
College career
Desjardins was born and raised in Montreal, and played amateur Canadian football for the Quebec Junior Football League Rosemont Bombers.[3] He played collegiately at the University of Wyoming prior to joining the Als.[2]
Professional football career
Following his graduation from
French-Canadians to play for the Larks.[4]
Desjardins, as co-captain of the team (along with co-captain, Larry Fairholm), helped turn around a then-mediocre Alouettes team, eventually reaching and winning the Grey Cup in 1970. Desjardins retired following the Alouettes' 1971 CFL season.
Post-football career
Following his playing days, Desjardins was a
Imperial Tobacco.[2]
References
- ^ "Pringle's No. 27 retired by Als". CBC.ca. 2005-07-02. Retrieved 2007-05-09.
- ^ a b c d Jackman, Dr. Frederic (1994-01-13). "The Future Is Not What It Was (Introduction)". The Empire Club. Archived from the original on 2011-08-07. Retrieved 2007-05-09.
- ^ "Notable Graduates". Quebec Junior Football League (QJFL.ca). Archived from the original on 2007-04-15. Retrieved 2007-05-09.
- ^ CFL Retro - Pierre Dejardins