Bruce Covernton
Canadian football player (1966–2024)
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Bruce Covernton (August 12, 1966 – January 23, 2024) was a Canadian professional football player who was a tackle for the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was selected first overall by the Stampeders in the 1992 Canadian College Draft.[1]
Morris, Manitoba, Canada
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Tackle |
| Personal information | |
| Born | August 12, 1966 Morris, Manitoba, Canada |
| Died | January 23, 2024 (aged 57) Calgary, Alberta, Canada |
| Listed height | 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) |
| Listed weight | 292 lb (132 kg) |
| Career history | |
| 1992–1998 | Calgary Stampeders |
| Awards and highlights | |
Covernton was first team All-American and All-Big Sky Conference at Weber State University.[citation needed] Bruce also attended the NFL Combine in 1991.[citation needed]
Covernton was voted the West's top rookie in 1992 and top offensive lineman in 1993.[citation needed] He twice earned division All-Star honours and was All-CFL in 1993.[citation needed] Covernton was part of the Grey Cup championship teams in 1992 and 1998.[2]
Covernton was owner and CEO of Champion staffing company in Calgary and involved in many local charities.
Covernton died on January 23, 2024, at the age of 57.[3]