About Gordon MacDonald
Lived 1902 – 1950 (aged 48). Gordon MacDonald was an American american football player.
Gordon Addison MacDonald Sr. (January 8, 1902 – August 29, 1950) was an American football and basketball player and coach. He served as the head football coach at Alma College from 1936 to 1943, compiling a record of 33–22–5. MacDonald played football and basketball at Alma, from which he graduated in 1926. In 1929, he married Eleanor Musselman.
Coaching career MacDonald was the head football coach at Alma College in Alma, Michigan, for eight seasons, from 1936 until 1943. His coaching record at Alma was 33–22–5.
Death MacDonald died in Colorado on August 29, 1950, in a hospital after a "long illness".
Head coaching record College football
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Gordon MacDonald?
American football coach (1902-1950)
When was Gordon MacDonald born?
Gordon MacDonald was born on 8 January 1902 in West Bay City.
When did Gordon MacDonald die?
Gordon MacDonald died on 29 August 1950 in Trinidad.
What was Gordon MacDonald's occupation?
Gordon MacDonald was an american football player.
What nationality was Gordon MacDonald?
Gordon MacDonald was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Gordon MacDonald (American football)
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