Longtime CFL Scout Craig Smith Dies at the Age of 69
- Craig Smith, a longtime CFL scout, has died at the age of 69.
- Smith faced health issues, including leukemia, since being diagnosed in October 2017.
- He served as the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ player-personnel director and contributed to their 2013 Grey Cup victory.
- Colleagues remembered Smith for his passion, generosity, and lasting impact on the CFL community.
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Long-time CFL scout and Winnipeg native Craig Smith passes away - Winnipeg Blue Bombers
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Canadian Football League lost one of its most passionate fans and respected scouts this weekend with the passing of Craig Smith. Smith, who was 69, died Sunday morning in Regina after fighting various health ailments for the last few years. His passing was announced via a post on Facebook by his wife, Cathy. Smith had been working with the Blue Bombers as a national scout when it was announced in October of 2017…
Rob Vanstone: Craig Smith was all about family, friends and football - Saskatchewan Roughriders
The remarkable Craig Smith is not quickly described or profiled. But one kind gesture captures the essence of the former Saskatchewan Roughriders director of player personnel, who passed away peacefully on Sunday in Regina after a long, determined battle with health issues. A great friend to all, he was 69. My wife and I visited Craig and Cathy Smith at the Regina General Hospital earlier this month. Craig was bedridden and all too aware that he…
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