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sports1 year ago

Legendary Coach Gerry Faust Passes Away at 89

Gerry Faust, former head football coach at Notre Dame and legendary coach at Moeller High School in Cincinnati, has died at 89. Faust, known for his deep connection to Notre Dame, transitioned from a successful high school coaching career to lead the Fighting Irish from 1981-85, achieving a 30-26-1 record. He later coached at the University of Akron, guiding them through a conference transition. Faust's legacy includes developing numerous players who went on to earn college scholarships and NFL careers.

sports1 year ago

Legendary Notre Dame Coach Gerry Faust Passes Away at 89

Gerry Faust, the former Notre Dame football coach known for his unconventional hiring from high school coaching, has died at 89. Faust, who led Notre Dame from 1981 to 1985, had a 30-26-1 record and faced challenges in his tenure, achieving only one bowl victory. Despite the struggles, Faust cherished his time at Notre Dame, fulfilling a lifelong dream. After Notre Dame, he coached at the University of Akron and later worked as a fundraiser before retiring. Faust's legacy is marked by his passion for Notre Dame and his resilience in the face of adversity.

sports1 year ago

Gerry Faust, Former Notre Dame Coach, Passes Away at 89

Former Notre Dame head coach Gerry Faust passed away at 89. Known for his deep Catholic faith and mentorship, Faust had a successful coaching career, notably at Moeller High School with a 178-23-2 record and four national titles. He coached Notre Dame from 1981-85, achieving a 30-26-1 record and leading the team to the Liberty Bowl in 1983. After Notre Dame, he coached at Akron. Faust is remembered for his inspirational leadership and impact on players' lives.