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Legendary CFL Coach John Huard Passes Away at 80

2/2/2025

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John Huard, the legendary former head coach of the CFL's Toronto Argonauts and Acadia Axemen, has passed away at the age of 80. The Argonauts announced the news, though the cause of death is still unclear. A proud Maine native, Huard was a two-time All-American and guided Acadia to two Vanier Cup victories, earning his place in the U.S. College Football Hall of Fame in 2014.

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John Huard, the legendary former head coach of the CFL's Toronto Argonauts and Acadia Axemen, has passed away at the age of 80. The Argonauts announced the news, though the cause of death is still unclear. A proud Maine native, Huard was a two-time All-American and guided Acadia to two Vanier Cup victories, earning his place in the U.S. College Football Hall of Fame in 2014.