Jere Austill

Jere Austill Sr. (October 7, 1890 – April 17, 1964) was an American college football player, coach, and lawyer.

Austill was born on October 7, 1890, in Mobile, Alabama. He played football and baseball at the University of Alabama while studying law. During his senior year he served as the football team's sophomore coach. After graduation he was hired as the head football coach for Southern University. After one year he joined Spring Hill College where he spent two seasons as head coach.

After Austill's coaching career ended he was appointed commissioner over South Alabama. He also served on the Alabama State Bar. After his tenure ended he served as a lawyer until his death of a heart attack on April 17, 1964.

Austill's grandfather Jeremiah Austill was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives.

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