Joe Gembis

Joe Gembis
Gembis from 1929 Michiganensian
Biographical details
Born(1907-09-29)September 29, 1907
Vicksburg, Michigan, U.S.
DiedJuly 5, 1969(1969-07-05) (aged 61)
Mayfield, Michigan, U.S.
Playing career
1926–1929Michigan
1930Ironton Tanks
Position(s)Fullback, placekicker
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1931Chesapeake HS (OH)
1932–1945Wayne
Head coaching record
Overall42–51–8 (college)
6–4–1 (high school)
Accomplishments and honors
Awards

Joseph George Gembis (September 29, 1907 – July 5, 1969), sometimes known by the nickname "Dynamite Joe", was an American football player and coach. He played college football at the University of Michigan from 1926 to 1929 and professional football for the Ironton Tanks in 1930. He later served as the head football coach at Wayne State University for 14 years, from 1932 to 1945.