Defensive back Josh Bell retires to join Calgary Stampeders coaching staff

CALGARY — Defensive back Joshua Bell retired Thursday and joined the Calgary Stampeders coaching staff.

Bell spent four seasons as a player with Calgary. He’s now the Stampeders defensive backs coach.

“Josh was an intelligent player, a natural leader and a person who was very respected by the guys in the locker room, as proven by the fact he was voted a team captain and received the 2017 Presidents’ Ring award,” said Calgary head coach Dave Dickenson. “I’m confident he’ll be an excellent coach and I’m happy that he’s staying in the organization and taken on this new role.

“I also congratulate him for all that he accomplished during his playing career.”