Brandon University Athletics

Community involvement and leadership is front and centre on the illustrious resume of Allan Robertson and the build-up began at Brandon College.

Robertson spent three years as a member of the football team and also played hockey at Brandon College from 1957-1962.

The Hamiota, Man. product served as captain and won the prestigious Jim Casey award for athleticism and sportsmanship in his final season with the College Caps hockey team.

He was also named to the Caps 1960's All-Decade Team for his efforts on the ice.

Robertson remained loyal to his small-town roots after his days at Brandon College. He was principal at Hamiota Collegiate for 33 years and spent 19 years on town council, which included nine years as mayor.

In 1997, Robertson joined elite company as he was inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame. He is also a proud member of both the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame and Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame.

He excelled both on and off the baseball field. Robertson represented Canada at the Pan Am Games as a player in 1967 and 1971. He also served as president of the Manitoba Baseball Association and the Manitoba Senior Baseball League.