Mickey Sullivan
American baseball player and coach
About Mickey Sullivan
Lived 1932 – 2012 (aged 80). Mickey Sullivan was an American baseball player and american football player.
Mickey Sullivan (February 6, 1932 – March 22, 2012) was the head baseball coach at Baylor from 1974 to 1994.
Early life Sullivan was born in Aransas Pass, Texas on February 6, 1932 to Alva Sullivan and Effie Sullivan, née McCollum.
Sullivan grew up in Houston, Texas and graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1950. Sullivan began the 1955 season with the Class A Sioux City Soos of the Western League until being called up to the Eagles for the last 52 games. Sullivan also spent the 1956 and 1957 season with the Eagles before retiring. In 1972, Grant Teaff promoted Sullivan to recruiting coordinator, a position he held until 1978.
Personal life In 1959, Sullivan married his wife Marilyn. His memorial service was held at Baylor Ballpark on March 26.
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Who was Mickey Sullivan?
American baseball player and coach (1932-2012)
When was Mickey Sullivan born?
Mickey Sullivan was born on 6 February 1932 in Aransas Pass.
When did Mickey Sullivan die?
Mickey Sullivan died on 22 March 2012 in Waco.
What was Mickey Sullivan's occupation?
Mickey Sullivan was a baseball player and american football player.
What nationality was Mickey Sullivan?
Mickey Sullivan was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mickey Sullivan. https://biography.guide/mickey-sullivan/
MLA: "Mickey Sullivan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/mickey-sullivan/.
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