John Short (journalist)
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John Short | |
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 Short in 2010 | |
| Born | January 31, 1937 Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Died | January 11, 2024 (aged 86) |
| Occupation(s) | Journalist, broadcaster |
| Employer | Edmonton Sun |
John Short (January 31, 1937 – January 11, 2024) was a Canadian sports journalist and broadcaster.[1][2] He wrote a column for the Edmonton Sun. Short had formerly worked for the Canadian Press, Edmonton Journal, as well as the Edmonton Oilers as public relations director. He also hosted various sports-related radio shows.
Short was inducted into the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame in 1988, and was a recipient of the Chester Bell Memorial Award for excellence in sportswriting, as well as the Fred Sgambati National Award for university sports coverage.[3] He served on the board of directors for the Alberta Sport Connection, and also served on the Canadian Sports Hall of Fame Selection Committee.[4]
Short died on January 11, 2024, at the age of 86.[5]
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