The late Frank Smith touched every corner of B.C.'s football community. (Photo property of UBC Athletics 2025. All Rights Reserved)
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UBC Thunderbirds mourn the loss of legendary football head coach Frank Smith

Frank Smith, one of the most legendary and enduring coaches in all of Canadian university sports, passed away earlier this week.

Smith, who guided UBC football for 21 seasons beginning in 1974 and along the way led the program to four national championship appearances, including Vanier Cup titles in 1982 and 1986, was 93 years old.

We here at Varsity Letters send our sincere condolences to the Smith family, and to all of those that he touched along the way.

As well, our sincere thanks to UBC Athletics for the permission to link their touching tribute to our readers here at Varsity Letters. To read, please click here.

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