About Joe James
Lived 1934 – 2015 (aged 81). Joe James was an American american football player.
Joe Neil James (April 12, 1934 – October 9, 2015) was an American football coach. He was the 11th head football coach at Howard Payne University in Brownwood, Texas, serving for four seasons, from 1964 to 1967, and compiling a record of 16–24–1. James came to Howard Payne from La Vega High School in Bellmead, Texas, where was head football coach from 1960 to 1963. James played college football at Howard Payne and was selected 239th overall in the 20th round of the 1955 NFL draft by the Chicago Bears.
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Who was Joe James?
American football coach (1934-2015)
When was Joe James born?
Joe James was born on 12 April 1934 in Spur.
When did Joe James die?
Joe James died on 9 October 2015.
What was Joe James's occupation?
Joe James was an american football player.
What nationality was Joe James?
Joe James was American.
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