When it comes to someone who quietly worked behind the scenes to help Dinos football one person’s name comes to mind, Rob Hozjan.

Though not an alumnus of the University of Calgary Dinos football program, Rob has quietly served the Dinos helping the program in many ways the last 7 as the General Manag-er. Rob’s contributions have been so vast that the 5Q board voted unanimously to make Rob an associate alumni paving the road to Rob winning the Distinguished Alumni Award. Rob is now a Football Alumni and is the second person who is not an alumnus to receive such recognition.

For over a decade Rob has been an invaluable volunteer behind the scenes. He worked with three Head Coaches, Blake Nill, Wayne Harris, and now Ryan Sheahan. He helped mentor some players in the pursuit of their careers, helped with the budget, and coordinated both travel and meals for the team on the road. Rob has assisted in various logistical events in Calgary such as Senior Night and other events following home games. Rob has also contributed to the program financially in many ways such as supporting the 5th Quarter Dinner and being a Lending Leader.

Rob’s organizational skills have been invaluable, so much so, that he was chosen to receive a 2019 Vanier Cup ring for his efforts. He was responsible for all the arrangements when the team traveled to National Championships allowing the coaching staff to concentrate on having the team prepared for their opponents.

Welcome aboard Rob as an official Dinos football Alumni and thanks for your continued support of the program.