Barrie Hansen
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PositionsHalfback, Defensive back, Punt returner
Listed height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Listed weight180 lb (82 kg)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Positions | Halfback, Defensive back, Punt returner |
| Personal information | |
| Born | August 11, 1941 Winnipeg, Manitoba |
| Listed height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Listed weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| Career history | |
| 1961–1963 | Montreal Alouettes |
| 1964–1966 | Winnipeg Blue Bombers |
| 1967–1969 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
| 1970 | BC Lions |
| Awards and highlights | |
Barrie Hansen (born August 11, 1941) was a Canadian professional football defensive back and occasional punt returner who played for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, Montreal Alouettes, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and BC Lions.[1]
Hansen played college football at the California State University, Northridge. He joined the Alouettes in 1961 and played 3 years with them. He next played 3 more years with Winnipeg, missing only 3 games. He then played 3 more years with Hamilton from 1967 to 1969, where he won the 1967 Grey Cup. The following year, he reached a peak with 5 interceptions. His final year was at BC.
He died February 5, 2017, in Ventura California.[citation needed]
