Harry Anderson (American football)

Harry Otto Anderson Jr. (October 14, 1927 – February 28, 1997) was an American football player and coach. He served as the head football coach at San Jose State University from 1965 to 1968, compiling a record of 13–26.[1] One of the highlights of his career was a 1968 upset victory against BYU in the season finale. During his tenure, he coached future National Football League (NFL) head coach Al Saunders.[2]

Harry Anderson
Biographical details
Born(1927-10-14)October 14, 1927
Los Angeles, California
DiedFebruary 28, 1997(1997-02-28) (aged 69)
Capitola, California
Alma materSan Jose State (1946)
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1959–1964San Jose State (assistant)
1965–1968San Jose State
Head coaching record
Overall13–26

Head coaching record

Year Team Overall ConferenceStanding Bowl/playoffs
San Jose State Spartans (NCAA University Division independent) (1965–1958)
1965 San Jose State 5–5
1966 San Jose State 3–7
1967 San Jose State 2–7
1968 San Jose State 3–7
San Jose State: 13–26
Total:13–26

References

  1. "Harry Anderson". Sports-Reference College Football. Retrieved December 6, 2018.
  2. "Harry Otto Anderson". South Pasadena High School Alumni Association. Retrieved December 6, 2018.
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