Barnes Milam

Israel Barnes "Foots" Milam (January 4, 1906 – December 18, 1979) was an American football guard, tackle, and coach. He played one season in the National Football League (NFL) for the Philadelphia Eagles, appearing in two games. He later coached and served as athletic director at several high schools in Texas. After retiring from coaching in 1955, he served through 1971 in high school administrative positions.

Early life and education Milam was born on January 4, 1906, in Hagerman, Texas. He played football at Denison High School and also attended Sherman High School. While at Denison, he was team captain, playing the tackle position. Milam attended Austin College from 1926 to 1929 and played for their football team in his final two years with the school.

Coaching and professional career After graduating from Austin in 1930, Milam became the head football coach at Sulphur Springs High School. Milam was replaced at Austin College in 1934 after the school hired a new football coach. and received a contract worth $75 per game.

After the Eagles' season ended, Milam returned to Texas and began teaching at Howe High School. In their first game, they lost 12–0 to Tioga High School, the eventual district champions. Milam became the head coach at Richardson High School. Milam was hired in 1942 as an assistant coach at Orange High School, later becoming the head coach in 1943. He also served as Orange's athletic director. at Midland High School. Travis had compiled a record of 8–11–1 under him.

Later life and death Milam for years served with Travis, eventually in the mid-1960s becoming head principal until he retired at the end of 1971. Milam was married and had one son. He died on December 18, 1979, at the age of 73.