About John Roberts
Lived 1920 – 2012 (aged 92). John Roberts was an American coach.
John Evan Roberts (April 20, 1920 – December 16, 2012) was an American football, wrestling and track coach. He served as the head football coach at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point from 1956 to 1952, compiling a record of 29–10–1.
As a collegiate athlete, Roberts played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers football team from 1940 to 1942. He was also national runner-up wrestler in 1941 for the Badgers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Roberts?
American football, wrestling and track coach
When was John Roberts born?
John Roberts was born on 20 April 1920 in Adair.
When did John Roberts die?
John Roberts died on 16 December 2012 in Stevens Point.
What was John Roberts's occupation?
John Roberts was a coach.
What nationality was John Roberts?
John Roberts was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Roberts (American football)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Roberts. https://biography.guide/john-roberts-coach/
MLA: "John Roberts." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-roberts-coach/.
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