Bill Doolittle

American football player and coach

Bill Doolittle - American football player and coach
Born

August 10th, 1923
101 years ago

Died

2014
11 years ago — 91 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Bill Doolittle was an American football player and coach. Doolittle played college football at the University of Maryland. Following a successful collegiate career, he transitioned into coaching, contributing to the development of future players. Doolittle's coaching career included notable stints at various colleges, where he focused on building competitive teams and developing strategies. His involvement in football spanned several decades, influencing the game at both player and coaching levels.

Played college football at the University of Maryland

Coached at several colleges

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