Childhood
Where was Bob Devaney born?
Free space
+100
What position did Bob play while attending Alma college?
tight end
Fill in the blanks:
THe Huskers beat _________ in 1971 in the ________ Bowl.
Alabama; Orange
What did Bob's dad teach him?
how to box
What were Bob's brothers names?
Art and Ralph!
What sport did Bob Devaney coach?
football
Fill in the blanks:
Bob graduated and got married to _________ in 1939.
Phyllis
Who did the Huskers play in the "Game of the Century?"
When did Bob Devaney retire from working?
1992
Where did Bob work when he was younger?
foundry
What is the building named after our famous Nebraskan called?
The Bob Devaney Sports Center
What state did Bob Devaney coach high school football?
Bonus points: name 2 of the 4 schools
Michigan
Big Beaver, Alpena, Keego Harbor, and Saginaw (+10 for every school you named)
What year did Bob Devaney become head coach of the Huskers?
1962
What was filled in the trophy Bob Devaney was holding?
Oranges
How old was Bob when he died.
82
He died in Lincoln, NE on May 9th, 1997
What is Bob Devaney known for?
Being a football coach for the Huskers
Where did Bob Devaney get his first job as an assistant coach in college? (hint: same state he was born in)
Michigan State
Finish the sentence:
In 1971, the Huskers were __________.
undefeated
What was Bob Devaney's record while coaching at Nebraska?
101-20-2
Define foundry and show me the action (+20)
a place where metal is melted and makes jewelry and other tools.
What other job did Bob Devaney have while working at Nebraska?
athletic director
Where did Bob get his first head coaching job in 1957?
University of Wyoming
What was Bob Devaney's overall coaching record?
136-30-7
What was Bob inducted into in 1981?
The College Football Hall of Fame