George Clark

George M. 'Potsy' Clark (born March 20, 1894 in Carthage, Illinois, died November 8, 1972) was a college football, baseball and basketball player, coach, and athletic director. In addition, he was a professional football coach. Likable, humorous, and earthy all describe Potsy Clark. So do such terms as imaginative coach, fierce competitor, strong disciplinarian, ingenious administrator, and effective teacher. An affectionate family man and loyal ... more

Date of birth:

  • Mar 20, 1894 (age 115 years)

American football

Coaching history:

Team From To
  • 1931
  • 1936
  • 1940
  • 1940
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