Alan Page: From NFL Star To Supreme Court Justice & Beyond!
Can one person truly excel in completely disparate fields? Alan Page is not just an example, but a towering testament to the heights one can reach when passion, intellect, and unwavering dedication converge.
About three hours north of the Twin Cities, nestled amidst the whispering pines and towering maples, Alan Page continues a tradition that speaks to both his enduring spirit and his connection to the land. It began more than a decade ago with his late wife, Diane Sims Page, and involves the meticulous process of tapping maple trees and crafting gallons of sweet, sticky syrup. The former Minnesota Supreme Court Justice and Hall of Fame NFL football player approaches this task with the same focused energy he brought to the gridiron and the courtroom, a testament to his relentless pursuit of excellence in every endeavor.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Alan Cedric Page |
| Date of Birth | August 7, 1945 |
| Place of Birth | Canton, Ohio, U.S. |
| Education | University of Notre Dame (Bachelor's Degree), University of Minnesota Law School (J.D.) |
| Spouse | Diane Sims Page (deceased) |
| Children | Four |
| NFL Career | Minnesota Vikings (1967-1978), Chicago Bears (1978-1981) |
| NFL Position | Defensive Tackle |
| NFL Achievements | NFL MVP (1971), 4x Super Bowl Appearances, 9x Pro Bowl Selection, Pro Football Hall of Fame (1988) |
| Legal Career | Associate Justice, Minnesota Supreme Court (1993-2015) |
| Political Career | Unsuccessful Candidate for Minnesota Attorney General |
| Awards and Honors | Presidential Medal of Freedom (2018), Heisman Humanitarian Award (2018) |
| Philanthropic Work | Page Education Foundation (providing scholarships to students of color in Minnesota) |
| Website | Page Education Foundation |
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