Macdonald enters Indigenous Hall of Fame – Simcoe Reformer

Jan 29, 2025

Simcoe’s John Macdonald has been selected as a member of the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025.

From his time at Simcoe Composite School to McGill University, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and now as a Grand Erie teacher, John Macdonald never shied away from his Indigenous roots.

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Macdonald proudly speaks of his Mohawk heritage, and advocates for Indigenous youth to achieve their goals not just on the field but in life as well.

That mentality — not to mention a stellar athletic and coaching career — led to the Simcoe product’s recent selection as a member of the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame Class of 2025.