Jerry Simmons

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For the football player of the same name see Jerry Simmons (football player).

Jerry Simmons is the former head men’s tennis coach at Louisiana State University. Simmons succeeded Steve Strome in 1983 and recorded an overall record of 278-105 in 15 seasons as head coach of the Tigers. His teams played in 13 NCAA Tournaments, reaching the Final 8 in 1987, 1989, 1991, 1992, and 1993. His Tigers were NCAA Runner-Up in 1988 and finished the season 27-2. His 1985 Tigers were SEC Champions and his 1991, 1992, and 1995 teams finished as SEC Runner-Up. He was succeeded by Jeff Brown.