Given the nickname pinball by an assistant coach with the argonauts who marveled at his uncanny ability to bounce off wouldbe tacklers despite standing just 5feet6 and weighing 170 pounds, clemons was voted the cfls most outstanding player in 1990. The making of a canadian hero in 2004, michael pinball clemons became the first black coach in the history of the cfl to hoist the grey cup in victory, the culmination of an experience that began when he came to canada in 1989 as an unheralded american football player deemed too small to make it in the national football league. Michael pinball clemons speaking bio and videos the. Toronto michael pinball clemons has been named the 20th general manager in toronto argonauts history. Once known as one of canadian footballs most exciting running backs, former toronto argonauts running back michael pinball clemons is the cfls all time, all purpose yardage leader. As a motivational speaker, he has focused on issues such as housing, access to technology for youth, scholarships, and reducing violence through increasing support and opportunities for youth in toronto. Renowned as one of pro footballs most electrifying players, toronto argonauts running back michael pinball clemons was the cfls alltime all purpose yardage leader. Trivia 2 played for the toronto argonauts of the canadian football league from 1989 to 2000.
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Born and raised in florida, this william and mary economics graduate began his career in the canadian football league in 1989 after a brief stint in the national football league. Hes an author, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and currently the general manager of the toronto argonauts. The antithesis of the modern pro athlete, he combines talent, humanity, humour, and class. Canadian sports halloffamer general manager, cfls toronto argonauts. The pinball clemons foundation provides marginalized youth with educational resources and options to integrate into the mainstream of society. The second book in the trilogy of the rat series, it is preceded by hear the wind sing and followed by a wild sheep chase, and is the second novel written by murakami. Early on, michaels knack for singing, dancing, and entertaining was realized. For sale toronto i have a very good condition signed 1st edition michael pinball clemons book all heart signed pub by harper collins 1998. Browse the amazon editors picks for the best books of 2019, featuring our. Michael pinball clemons gets canadian citizenship cbc news. Michael pinball clemons, who was born in florida, officially became a canadian citizen this week, the toronto argonauts announced. In 1990, pinball was honoured with the cfls most outstanding player award, and he played his last game as an argonaut in 2000, before becoming head coach of the team.
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In a recent interview, the cfl legend and community service leader discussed why its important not to live in the past. Michael pinball clemons stands 5 feet 6 inches and weighs a mere 170 pounds. The ambassador program, in existence since 1991, depends solely on funding from private donors through the childrens aid foundation. Michael pinball clemons ontario sports hall of fame. Join pinball and build one of our 231 schools in a country in need.
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His 56 size and impressive balance allowed him to bounce around just like a pinball, much to the awe of the crowd. Apr 03, 2011 mike pinball clemons had a superb 12year canadian football league career with the toronto argonauts. Dec 19, 2016 as a player, coach and administrator with the cfls toronto franchise, clemons helped the argonauts win five grey cup championships, the cfls version of the super bowl. Michael pinball clemons to give charter day address on.
Michael pinball clemons is a man of unquestionable character and spirit. Its the feel good autobiography of the year the uplifting story of michael pinball clemons, the canadian football league superstar whose heart, talent and dedication are far bigger than his famed small 56 stature would indicate. One of the key factors in the toronto argonauts three grey cup wins, michael clemons gridiron talent is a story in itself, but it is his its the feel good autobiography of the year the uplifting story of michael pinball clemons, the canadian football league superstar whose heart, talent and dedication are far bigger than his famed small 56 stature would indicate. Michael pinball clemons books and biography waterstones. Michael clemons was born january 15, 1965 in dunedin, florida. Argos name michael pinball clemons general manager cfl. The temperature inches towards 35 and with the humidity it feels well over 40. Thanks to former toronto argonauts legend michael pinball clemons, other atrisk youth will also have a shot at this kind of turnaround. Our greatest risk is playing it safe michael pinball. Michael pinball clemons was born on january 15, 1965 in dunedin, florida, usa.
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Hardcover all heart, the new book from michael clemons, gives us an insight into one of the finest athletes and human beings on the canadian sporting scene. Read more news about pinball clemons from the star, canadas leading source for local and national news. The pinball clemons foundation empowers youth through education by bringing them from the margins to the mainstream. He is equally renowned for his achievements on the football field as he is for his impact as a motivational speaker. Renowned as one of pro footballs most electrifying players, toronto argonauts running back michael pinball clemons. Whether you are looking for a new bicycle or a used couch, kijiji has what youre looking for. Keep striving for greatness every day, he says, and try to make what you do today even better than what you did yesterday. He was the cfl allstar 2 times and the cfl outstanding player in 1990.
Every once in a while, however, a pintsized player arrives on the scene with skills so sublime that they more than compensate for lack of size. Pinball clemons was born in florida, united states on friday, january 15, 1965 generation x. Former argonauts coach michael pinball clemons testifies in. Michael lutrell pinball clemons is an americancanadian vicechair for the toronto argonauts of the canadian football league. In 2004, michael pinball clemons became the first black coach in the history of.
With boundless energy, pinballs talks centre on the potential for each of us to achieve anything we set our minds to. Michael pinball clemons is an icon of sporting excellence, community leadership, personal character, and integrity. Whether you want to be motivated, inspired or learn about teamwork and leadership, then pinball clemons is a must hear. Not only is he renowned for his achievements on the football field, pinballs aptitude for motivational speaking is undeniable. Michael pinball clemons is an icon of sporting excellence, community leadership, personal character and integrity. We help provide educational opportunities and resources to. Michael pinball clemons vicechair in the rich 8year history of the toronto argonauts, there are many football heroes who have brought pride to the city of toronto and the double blue but it is difficult to find a more popular name in team history than michael clemons. His presentations are at once captivating and empowering. This is the old larry biezias price guide taken over and updated by pinballeric. Lets check, how rich is pinball clemons in 20192020. On october 8, 2019, michael pinball clemons was named the 20th general manager in toronto argonauts history. A william and mary college economics graduate, he signed as a free agent with the toronto argonauts in june, 1989 after a brief stint. Off the field, in 2007 clemons started the michael pinball clemons foundation to aid lessprivileged youth around the.
As a former allstar running back, grey cup winning coach, president and ceo of the toronto argonauts, michael pinball clemons is a man of unquestionable character and spirit. Clemons played with the argos for twelve seasons, and twice served as their head coach. Toronto argonauts former coach and player michael pinball clemons is a man of unquestionable character and spirit. It looks like we dont have any biography for michael pinball clemons yet be the first to contribute.
Despite being much smaller than the average football player, clemons led a spectacular cfl career with the toronto argonauts. Clemons also played with the argos for twelve seasons, and twice served as their head coach. Pinball was on grey cup winning teams in 1991, 1996 and 1997. Few people exemplify the qualities of personal excellence, teamwork, community leadership, and overcoming the odds better than cfl legend michael pinball clemons. Michael pinball clemons speaking bio and videos the lavin. Michael pinball clemons to give charter day address on feb. Its the feel good autobiography of the year the uplifting story of mich. Michael clemons michael was born in pennsylvania and is the only child to a native american mother and caucasian father. Clemons finishes his career with a lifetime regular season coaching record of 68551 and a. The pinball price guide 9 th edition by pinballeric this is the only printed pinball price guide. Standing 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighing 170 pounds, michael pinball clemons, one of the canadian football leagues alltime greats. Explore books by michael pinball clemons with our selection at. Mar 30, 2020 clemons won the jeff russell memorial award in recognition of being an eastern conference allstar 4 times in his career. To canadians, the name pinball stands for remarkable athletic talent, outstanding sportsmanship and a commitment to the community.
Reviewed in canada on october 9, 1998 all heart, the new book from michael clemons, gives us an insight into one of the finest athletes and human beings on the canadian sporting scene. In his hall of fame career, michael pinball clemons loved the feeling of control that came with getting the ball in his hands. Clemons won the jeff russell memorial award in recognition of being an eastern conference allstar 4 times in his career. Michael clemons1965 professional football player, coach football is generally considered a large mans game. Oct 11, 2012 michael pinball clemons is a trusting person. Michael pinball clemons, presentations are at once captivating and empowering, and clearly demonstrate the capabilities of teamwork.
Mar 10, 2020 paperflock inc is raising funds for keeping the ball alive. The vision is to quicken academic excellence, infuse depth of character, promote health and vitality and inspire philanthropy. Michael pinball clemons is an icon of sporting excellence, community leadership and personal integrity. However, it is his exceptional character, in addition to his outstanding athletic ability, which has made him the remarkable fan favourite he is throughout canada. Its a sweltering day in the middle of july and michael pinball clemons is looking out for his fellow man. The pinball resource collection of books, newsletter, and videos to educate and entertain the pinball collector. Michael pinball clemons, sports speaker, cfl great prospeakers. Considered one of the best athletes canada has ever known, his real legacy may well lie with the thousands of people he has inspired, both on and off the field.
The economics graduate is the profootball world record holder in allpurpose yards which earned him induction into the cfl hall of fame. Few people exemplify the qualities of personal excellence, teamwork, community leadership. Michael pinball clemons currently resides in oakville, ontario with his wife and three daughters, as a permanent resident of canada. Book michael pinball clemons as a keynote speaker for your next event by contacting. Pinball shows us again what a wonderful guy he really is.
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