John Hanesiak

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John R. Hanesiak[1] (born June 23, 1941) is a Canadian former curler. He played second on the 1972 Brier Champion team (skipped by Orest Meleschuk), representing Manitoba. They later went on to win the World Championships in Garmisch-Partenkirchen of that year.[2][3]

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John Hanesiak
Born (1941-06-23) June 23, 1941 (age 84)
Medal record
Representing  Canada
World Curling Championships
Gold medal – first place1972 Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Representing Manitoba
Macdonald Brier
Gold medal – first place1972 St. John's
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Hanesiak is of Irish and Ukrainian descent. He played college football for North Dakota State University, but turned down an offer from the Montreal Alouettes, believing he was too small. At the time of the 1972 Brier, he was employed as a salesman.[4]

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