Ernest C. Quigley
Football Player and Coach
Born
March 22nd, 1880
145 years ago
Died
1960
65 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Canada
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Born in 1880, played professional football primarily as a halfback and later transitioned into coaching. Served as a head coach for various teams including the Chicago Cardinals in the early 1920s. Contributed to the development of American football strategies and mentoring young athletes during the early years of the sport.
Played for the Chicago Cardinals
Coached the Chicago Cardinals
Pioneered coaching techniques in football
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