Dean Bandiera facts for kids
Bandiera pictured c. 1945 at St. Michael's
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| Date of birth: | January 1, 1926 |
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| Place of birth: | Timmins, Ontario, Canada |
| Date of death: | October 13, 2020 (aged 94) |
| Place of death: | Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
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Career information
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| CFL status: | Non-import |
| Position(s): | G/HB |
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Weight: | 200 lb (91 kg) |
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| CFL West All-Star: | 1952, 1953 |
Dean "Dino" Bandiera was a Canadian football player. He was born on January 1, 1926, in Timmins, Ontario. He passed away on October 13, 2020, in Montreal, Quebec. Dino played for several teams during his career. These included the Montreal Alouettes, Saskatchewan Roughriders, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and Calgary Stampeders.
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Who Was Dean "Dino" Bandiera?
Dean Bandiera was a talented athlete. He became a well-known Canadian football player. He was often called "Dino" by his friends and teammates. He played in the Canadian Football League (CFL).
Early Life and School
Dino Bandiera grew up in Timmins, Ontario. He later attended St. Michael's College, Toronto. This school is famous for its sports programs. It was there that he developed his football skills. The college helped prepare him for a professional career.
Playing Professional Football
Dino Bandiera played football for many years. He was known for his strength and skill. He played as a guard and a halfback. These are important positions on a football team. He joined his first professional team in 1946.
Montreal Alouettes (1946-1947)
Dino started his CFL journey with the Montreal Alouettes. He played for them in 1946 and 1947. This was the beginning of his professional career. The Alouettes are a historic team in Canadian football.
Saskatchewan Roughriders (1949-1950)
After a short break, Dino joined the Saskatchewan Roughriders. He played with them during the 1949 and 1950 seasons. He continued to show his talent on the field.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers (1951-1953)
From 1951 to 1953, Dino played for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. This was a successful period for him. He was recognized as a top player. He was named a CFL West All-Star in both 1952 and 1953. This means he was one of the best players in his division.
Calgary Stampeders (1954-1955)
Dino's last team was the Calgary Stampeders. He played for them in 1954 and 1955. His time with the Stampeders ended in 1955. He retired from football that year.
Images for kids
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Bandiera pictured c. 1945 at St. Michael's
