Bill Snyder

American football coach, Kansas State coach

Bill Snyder - American football coach, Kansas State coach
Born

October 7th, 1939
85 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A college football coach began coaching at Kansas State University in 1989. Led the Kansas State Wildcats to significant successes, including multiple bowl game appearances and two Big 12 championships. His coaching philosophy emphasized discipline, teamwork, and academic achievement. Retired from coaching in 2018 but returned briefly before retiring again. Inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2015.

Coached Kansas State Wildcats for 27 seasons

Achieved 136 wins at Kansas State

Led teams to 19 bowl games

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