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| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 5, 1893 |
| Died | November 9, 1972 (aged 79) Syracuse, New York, U.S. |
| Playing career | |
| 1915–1917 | Syracuse |
| Position(s) | Quarterback |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1920–1924 | Syracuse |
| 1925–1931 | NYU |
| 1932–1937 | Manhattan |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 115–44–14 |
John Francis "Chick" Meehan (September 5, 1893 – November 9, 1972) was an American college football player and coach. He served as the head football coach at Syracuse University (1920–1924), New York University (1925–1931), and Manhattan College (1932–1937), compiling a career coaching record of 115–44–14. Meehan played quarterback at Syracuse from 1915 to 1917.
Meehan stated, "We learn practically nothing from a victory. All our information comes from a defeat. A winner forgets most of his mistakes."[1]
- ^ Danforth, William H. (1963). I Dare You (19th ed.). The Danforth Foundation. pp. 89–90. ISBN 9789561001596.
Don't be discouraged if you fail in your first efforts. Coach Meehan of New York University says, 'We learn practically nothing from a victory. All our information comes from a defeat. A winner forgets most of his mistakes.'"