About Frank Kyle
Lived 1882 – 1929 (aged 47). Frank Kyle was an American head coach and american football player.
Frank "Stitch" Kyle (May 23, 1882 – October 22, 1929) was an American college football player and coach.
Early years He attended preparatory school at Mooney School in Franklin, Tennessee along with Red Smith and Ed Hamilton.
Vanderbilt University Kyle played for the Vanderbilt Commodores of Vanderbilt University from 1902 to 1905. He was the first quarterback to play for Dan McGugin's Commodores, selected for All-Southern teams in 1903 and 1904. He stood 5 feet 11 inches and weighed 162 pounds.
Coaching career
Ole Miss Kyle served as the head football coach at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) in 1908. During his one-season tenure at Mississippi, Kyle compiled an overall record of three wins and five losses (3–5).
Later life Kyle later lived in Celina, Tennessee and died in 1929.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Frank Kyle?
American college football coach (1882-1929)
When was Frank Kyle born?
Frank Kyle was born on 23 May 1882 in Clay County.
When did Frank Kyle die?
Frank Kyle died on 22 October 1929 in Clay County.
What was Frank Kyle's occupation?
Frank Kyle was a head coach and american football player.
What nationality was Frank Kyle?
Frank Kyle was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Frank Kyle. https://biography.guide/frank-kyle/
MLA: "Frank Kyle." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/frank-kyle/.
Chicago: "Frank Kyle." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/frank-kyle/.
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