Edward
'Ted' Harrison was born in Oshawa
in 1950 and began what would become a
long association with Durham College as
both a student-athlete, coach and advisor
in 1971. A valuable member of the Basketball
team in 1971-72 and 1972-73 he led the
Lords in scoring each year while being
named Most Valuable Player his second
season. Ted completed a successful collegiate
career by being named Athlete of the Year
in 1972-73. After graduating he stepped
into the men's basketball coaching ranks
beginning in 1975. During a six year span
he had numerous successful seasons including
capturing the OCAA East Division title
in 1978-79. Taking a well deserved break
from coaching in 1981, Ted later returned
in 1984 to record two of his most successful
seasons as coach when the Lords won back-to-back
OCAA Silver Medals. Actively involved
in the college through basketball camps,
the alumni association, and as a basketball
advisor, Ted remained with the college
in a volunteer capacity for 7 years before
heading west to pursue an employment and
coaching opportunity in Calgary. His contribution,
dedication and loyalty to Durham College
spanned over 20 years
Edward
'Ted' Harrison was born in Oshawa
in 1950 and began what would become a
long association with Durham College as
both a student-athlete, coach and advisor
in 1971. A valuable member of the Basketball
team in 1971-72 and 1972-73 he led the
Lords in scoring each year while being
named Most Valuable Player his second
season. Ted completed a successful collegiate
career by being named Athlete of the Year
in 1972-73. After graduating he stepped
into the men's basketball coaching ranks
beginning in 1975. During a six year span
he had numerous successful seasons including
capturing the OCAA East Division title
in 1978-79. Taking a well deserved break
from coaching in 1981, Ted later returned
in 1984 to record two of his most successful
seasons as coach when the Lords won back-to-back
OCAA Silver Medals. Actively involved
in the college through basketball camps,
the alumni association, and as a basketball
advisor, Ted remained with the college
in a volunteer capacity for 7 years before
heading west to pursue an employment and
coaching opportunity in Calgary. His contribution,
dedication and loyalty to Durham College
spanned over 20 years