Before he played receiver on the Indoor Football League champion Idaho Horsemen, Cal McQueary played quarterback at Butte High and receiver at Montana Tech.

He was one of the toughest players I covered in my years on the Oredigger beat. He was never the biggest or fastest, but nobody had an edge on Cal when it came to toughness — mentally or physically.

That is why I am not surprised that he is still catching passes and scoring touchdowns as he approaches his 38th birthday.

After coaching a couple of seasons under Bob Green and then Chuck Morrell at Montana Tech, McQueary Idaho where he continued his football life on the sidelines and on the field.

He coaches at Meridian High School, where he also teaches.

Earlier today I met with Cal at one of my favorite spots in world — the Coaches Corner at the Metals Sports Bar & Grill — for a really fun conversation.

Listen in to hear Cal talk about his days at Butte High, where he played with the likes of Cole Salo and Colt Anderson. Listen as he talks about playing for Coach Bob Green and his favorite line from the famous coach. Listen as he talks about hitting the wall — literally — while playing indoor football. Listen as he talks about his future in football and beyond.

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