James Macholtz

James D. Macholtz (August 26, 1926 – April 29, 1985) was an American college football coach, track and field coach, and educator. He was the head football coach for Anderson College—now known as Anderson University—from 1953 to 1964.

Early life and playing career Macholtz was born in St. Joseph, Michigan, and attended St. Joseph High School. He participated in basketball and football.

Coaching career From 1953 to 1963, Macholtz was the head football coach for Anderson. In his eleven-year career with the school he led them to a 56–42–2 record along three Hoosier Conference titles in 1957, 1959, and 1961. His best seasons as head coach came from 1957 to 1959 as they won seven or more games with only one loss each season.

Macholtz served the track and field coach for Anderson for 25 years.

Educator career In 1964, Macholtz served as a Fulbright Program lecturer in the Philippines. He served as a physical education specialist. In 1966, he was promoted to a full-time professor.

Personal life, military career, and death From 1944 to 1945, Macholtz served as a cadet in the United States Merchant Marine.

Macholtz was the author of the books "Good Times Together" and "How To Be A Winning Loser."

Throughout Macholtz's life he was an avid member of local churches, specifically he was the president of the International Young Fellowship.

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