Calgary Stampeders to honour Wally Buono

Legendary head coach Wally Buono is set to be the 50th member of the Calgary Stampeders’ Wall of Fame.

The Calgary Stampeders are proud to announce Wally Buono as the newest member of the team’s Wall of Fame!

Buono will officially become the 50th member of the Stampeders Wall of Fame when he is honoured as part of Legacy Night at halftime of Calgary’s July 21 home game against… pic.twitter.com/hRffJXP2K1

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Buono became Calgary’s head coach in 1990, and during his 13-year tenure, the Stamps finished first seven times and won three Grey Cups.

He still holds team records for most games coached, most wins, most playoff victories and most championships.

“Wally was an excellent coach and general manager, and his success with the Stampeders teams of the 1990s and early 2000s is an indelible chapter in the franchise’s proud history,” explained Stampeders president Jay McNeil, who played nine seasons under Buono.

“We’re excited to bring back the Wall of Fame, and honouring Wally is the perfect way to mark this historic occasion.”

Buono will recognized as part of Legacy Night when Calgary hosts B.C. on July 21.