Mark Forsyth has brought a wealth of experience to Western head coach Greg Marshall’s defensive staff since joining in 2019 as the secondary coach. During his time with the Mustangs, Forsyth has been part of three Yates Cup, one Mitchell Bowl, and one Vanier Cup Championship.
Prior to joining the Mustangs, Forsyth, a native of Burlington, ON, spent two seasons as the defensive backs coach for the Guelph Gryphons. He also coached at McMaster University from 1989 to 2016, serving as the defensive backs coach. During this time, the Marauders captured seven Yates Cups, including four in a row under Coach Marshall. Forsyth was also part of two Mitchell Bowl championships, one Uteck Bowl championship, and one Vanier Cup championship. While at McMaster, Forsyth was recognized in 1998 with the Gino Fracas Award as CIS Volunteer Coach of the Year.
Before joining the Marauders, Forsyth spent four seasons working with the defensive backs for the Mount Allison Mounties (1985-1988), winning the AUS conference championship in 1985 and appearing in the Atlantic Bowl.
Forsyth played defensive back for the Wilfrid Laurier Golden Hawks under Tuffy Knight. He graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a BA in 1980 and from Mount Allison University with a B.Ed. in 1986.
Forsyth and his wife, Leslie, are proud parents of two adult sons, Kirk and Jon Mark.
- Last updated Sept 2024
