Ab Box

Albert (Ab) Box was an all-star halfback and a superb punter who was known for his 60-yard kicks. He scored points in both the 1930 and 1933 Grey Cup Games.

Box played under the direction of coach Ted Reeve at Malvern Collegiate, and then later with Balmy Beach in Toronto. He was also a member of Lew Hayman’s powerful Argonauts squad of the early 1930’s.

Box earned the full respect of both team mates and opponents because of his great talent and sportsmanship.

Ab Box is a member of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame.

Playing Career

Toronto Balmy Beach 1931, 1935 - 1938
Malvern Grads 1928, 1929
	Toronto Argonauts 1932 - 1934

Awards/Honours

• Jeff Russell Memorial Trophy
  1934
• Grey Cup Participation
  1930, 1933
• Grey Cup Winning Teams
  1930, 1933