John H. McAvoy (November 6, 1930 – May 22, 2008) was an American football and basketball coach and college athletic administrator. He served as the head football coach at Hillsdale College in Hillsdale, Michigan. He held that position for four seasons, from 1974 to 1977, compiling a record of 24–16–1.[1] McAvoy was also the head basketball coach at Hillsdale for one season, in 1967–68, tallying a mark of 19–8.

While a student at Hillsdale College, McAvoy played on the school's football, basketball, and track and field teams.[2]

McAvoy died at the age of 77, May 22, 2008, at his home in Dowagiac, Michigan.[2]

Head coaching record

College football

Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs
Hillsdale Chargers (Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference) (1974–1977)
1974 Hillsdale 6–3–1 1–2 T–3rd
1975 Hillsdale 7–4 3–2 4th
1976 Hillsdale 5–5 2–3 5th
1977 Hillsdale 6–4 2–3 T–3rd
Hillsdale: 24–16–1 8–10
Total: 24–16–1

References

  1. ^ "Hillsdale Chargers 2010 Media Guide" (PDF). Hillsdale College. Archived from the original (PDF) on July 16, 2011. Retrieved November 6, 2010.
  2. ^ a b "Charger legend dies at 77". Hillsdale Daily News. Hillsdale, Michigan. May 24, 2008. Retrieved August 19, 2017.


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