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Biographical details | |
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Born | Russellville, Arkansas, U.S. | April 15, 1901
Died | February 20, 1983 Russellville, Arkansas, U.S. | (aged 81)
Playing career | |
1919–1924 | Arkansas Tech |
1930–1931 | Alabama |
Position(s) | Quarterback |
Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
1933–1947 | Arkansas Tech |
Head coaching record | |
Overall | 77–17–9 |
Accomplishments and honors | |
Championships | |
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As player: | |
John E. Tucker (April 15, 1901 – February 20, 1983) was an American football player and coach. He served as the head coach at Arkansas Tech University from 1933 to 1947, compiling a record of 77–17–9. He played football at Arkansas Tech and later at the University of Alabama in 1930 and 1931.