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Alberta native Mark Kilam was announced Monday as the Edmonton Elks’ 25th head coach.

Kilam, 45, grew up in Lethbridge, Alta., and graduated from the University of Alberta, where he played as a linebacker for the Golden Bears from 1997 to 2001.

He worked for the Calgary Stampeders in various positions for almost two decades until last month when he was let go. He had served most recently as the team’s assistant head coach and special teams coordinator.

“Special teams guys are prepared for these jobs. We’re the only ones that talk to the whole team, other than the head coach. Good special teams coordinators have a presence in the room – you have to if you want to get your guys to play. You’re game managers. You’re constantly thinking ahead, what’s the next situation, what are we anticipating here?” …

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