About F. W. Sweeney
Lived 1873 – 1938 (aged 64). F. W. Sweeney was an American american football coach.
Fred William Sweeney (September 10, 1873 – January 18, 1938) was an American college football player, coach, and railroad executive.
Sweeney was born in Humboldt, Nebraska, and attended Doane College in Crete, Nebraska. He was the captain of the 1892 team. He served as Doane's fourth head football coach and held that position for the 1895 season. His coaching record at Doane was 3–2.
Sweeney was married to Ruth Mosman Sweeney. They had two daughters (Mildred and Ruth) and a son (Chesley).
Sweeney died at a company hospital in January 1938.
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Who was F. W. Sweeney?
American football coach
When was F. W. Sweeney born?
F. W. Sweeney was born on 10 September 1873 in Humboldt.
When did F. W. Sweeney die?
F. W. Sweeney died on 18 January 1938 in Saint Paul.
What was F. W. Sweeney's occupation?
F. W. Sweeney was an american football coach.
What nationality was F. W. Sweeney?
F. W. Sweeney was American.
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