Calvin Bannister
Calvin Bannister (born February 17, 1984) is a former American football defensive back. He was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent in 2007,[1] but opted not to go to the Ravens training camp and signed with the Calgary Stampeders of the Canadian Football League on June 10, where he became a starter.[2] and BC Lions He played college football at Hampton. He suffered a torn ACL, ending his football career.
| Born: | February 17, 1984 Roanoke, Virginia |
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| Career information | |
| CFL status | American |
| Position(s) | DB |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Weight | 180 lb (82 kg) |
| College | Hampton University |
| NFL draft | 2007 / Undrafted |
| Career history | |
| As player | |
| 2007 | Baltimore Ravens† |
| 2007–2008 | Calgary Stampeders |
| 2009 | BC Lions† |
| †Offseason or practice squad only | |
| Career stats | |
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Early life
Bannister went to William Fleming High School where he was a star in track, basketball, and his main sport football. He was named an All-Conference performer winning the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash and 400-meter dash at the 2002 Regional meet. He also earned State champion honours in the 400-meter dash. He was also named Defensive Player of the Year. He thought about pursuing basketball, but after talking with his football coaches, he decided to go the football route.
References
- "Former Skins backer dies", Newport News (VA) Daily Press, May 1, 2007, pC2
- "Star Track: Calvin Bannister", Newport News (VA) Daily Press, July 17, 2007, pC2