 Fitzpatrick, c. 1904 | |
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 25, 1864 Natick, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Died | May 22, 1944 (aged 79) Princeton, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1890–1891 | Yale (trainer) |
| 1896–1898 | Yale (trainer) |
| 1894–1895 | Michigan (trainer) |
| 1898–1910 | Michigan (trainer) |
| 1910–1932 | Princeton (trainer, kicking) |
Dennis Keene Fitzpatrick (December 25, 1864[1] – May 22, 1944[2]) was an American track coach, athletic trainer, professor of physical training and gymnasium director for 42 years at Yale University (1890–1891, 1896–1898), the University of Michigan (1894–1895, 1898–1910), and Princeton University (1910–1932).[1] He was considered "one of the pioneers of intercollegiate sport".[3]
- ^ a b "Tiger Trainer Is To Retire: Keene Fitzpatrick, Developer of Many Champions, Will Hang Up Tools This Year". Morning Herald. October 22, 1932.
- ^ "Keene Fitzpatrick, Dean of America Track Coaches, Dies". Mason City Globe Gazette (United Press wire report). May 23, 1944.
- ^ "Aged Athletic Coach, Trainer at Yale Quits: Keene Fitzpatrick, 42 Years in Business, Desires 'Less Strenuous Mode of Life'; Had Stagg as Pupil in 1890". Titusville Herald. October 22, 1932.