Blair Atkinson

Summary

Manitoba Bison Alumni, Blair Atkinson has been involved with the University's football program as both a player and coach. As a player, he held several Bison team receiving records and as a coach since 2007, he has been guiding Manitoba's receivers with his vast knowledge and experience at the CIS and CFL levels.

(1992-2007) 15 years of playing experience

Experience

Coaching: 2007 – Present

University of Manitoba Bison Football strength and conditioning coach: 2012-2013
University of Manitoba Receivers Coach: (2007-present)
Member of the 2007 Vanier Cup winning coaching staff

CFL: 2002, 2006 - 2007

2006-2007: Winnipeg Blue Bombers
2002: BC Lions camp invitee and practice roster as junior player

University of Manitoba Bisons: 2003 - 2005

2004-2005: Lead team in receiving and TDs
Ranks 3rd in career receiving TDs

Junior: 1999 - 2002

2002: BCFC All star
2002: Attended CfL Combine as junior player
Abbotsford Airforce (1999-2000) / South Fraser Rams (2001-2002)
2001: CJFL Offensive player of the year / All Canadian / BCFC All star
2001: Set CJFL record for most receptions in a year
2001: Set BCFC record for most receiving yards in a year