Doug Scovil

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Doug Scovil (1927-December 9, 1989) was an American football coach. His career included five years as head coach of the San Diego State Aztecs (1981-1985), where he compiled a record of 24-32-3. Following his stint as head coach for the Aztecs, Scovil acted as the quarterback coach for the Philadelphia Eagles until his death.[1] In memorial, the Eagles marked their helmets with black electrical tape for the rest of the season.[2]

Previous coaching stops included the College of San Mateo, the U.S. Naval Academy, the University of the Pacific, and Brigham Young University.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Doug Scovil, 62, Dies; A Pro Football Coach, New York Times, December 10, 1989, accessed January 3, 2008
  2. ^ ESPN Page 2 Uni Watch: Memorial Patches, ESPN.com, January 3, 2008, accessed January 3, 2008


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Preceded by
Claude Gilbert		 San Diego State Head Football Coach
1981–1988		 Succeeded by
Denny Stolz
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