Mike Kovac was born in Hamilton, Ontario, and played his college football with the University of Western Ontario Mustangs. Kovac joined the Montreal Alouettes in 1953 and went on to play nine seasons with the Larks (1953-61), mainly as a guard. Kovac was best known for his great blocking ability. Kovac played in three consecutive Grey Cups with Montreal (1954-56), but unfortunately for him and the Als, they lost all three games to Edmonton. After his playing career was over, Kovac became involved in coaching, first as an assistnat coach with the N.D.G. Maple Leafs junior team in 1962 and then with the University of Montreal in 1963.
Rookie Kovac Seeing More Action - November 17, 1953
Kovac In Team Picture of 1956 Montreal Als - November 20, 1956
Kovac Injured - Montreal Gazette - October 1, 1959
Kovac Has Important Role as Blocking Guard (Playing Field by Dink Carroll) - September 25, 1961
Kovac Becomes Assistant Coach With University of Montreal - June 17, 1964
| Year | Team | GP |
|---|---|---|
| 1953 | MON | 7 |
| 1954 | MON | 14 |
| 1955 | MON | 12 |
| 1956 | MON | 14 |
| 1957 | MON | 14 |
| 1958 | MON | 14 |
| 1959 | MON | 10 |
| 1960 | MON | 12 |
| 1961 | MON | 13 |
No official games played stats were kept in the East until 1960. The numbers prior to 1960 are unofficial and come from the 2006 Montreal Media Guide.
