John J. Donahue (December 30, 1904 – November 10, 1984) was an American football player and coach.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born: | December 30, 1904 Peabody, Massachusetts |
| Died: | November 10, 1984 (aged 79) Quincy, Massachusetts |
| Height: | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Weight: | 230 lb (104 kg) |
| Career information | |
| High school: | Peabody (MA) |
| College: | Boston College |
| Position: | Guard/Tackle |
| Career history | |
| Player stats at PFR | |
Playing career edit
Donahue played guard on the Peabody High School football team.[1] He played guard and tackle for Boston College from 1922 to 1925 and was captain his senior year.[2] On August 9, 1926, he signed with the Providence Steam Roller.[3] He played in 13 games (9 starts) for the team at left guard.[4] Donahue later played semi-pro football for the University of Peabody and Pere Marquette.[5][6]
In addition to playing football, Donahue was also a member of the Boston College Eagles baseball team and a boxer.[2][7]
Coaching career edit
In 1928, Donahue joined the faculty of East Bridgewater High School as head football coach and history teacher.[2] In 1932 he became the first ever football coach at North Quincy High School. He continued to coach the team until his resignation in 1960.[6] He compiled a 128-95-20 record with the school.[1][8] Donahue also served as NQHS' golf coach and guided the team to a state championship in 1948.[9] He retired from teaching in 1971.[10]
Death edit
Donahue died on November 10, 1984, at Quincy City Hospital following a long illness. He was buried in Mount Wollaston Cemetery[10]
References edit
- ^ a b "Donahue Coach of Year: No. Quincy Veteran Chosen by Officials". The Boston Daily Globe. November 16, 1960.
- ^ a b c "Donahue To Coach East Bridgewater". The Boston Daily Globe. September 7, 1928.
- ^ ""Jack Donahue" Signs With Steam Rollers". The Boston Daily Globe. August 9, 1926.
- ^ Jack Donahue at pro-football-reference.com
- ^ "Five Badly Injured as Peres Lose to Peabody". The Boston Daily Globe. November 21, 1927.
- ^ a b "Donahue Gives Up Coaching". The Boston Daily Globe. November 22, 1960.
- ^ "Indrisano Climbs Nearer His Goal". The Boston Daily Globe. October 8, 1927.
- ^ "N. Quincy Wins, 28 to 20, In Jack Donahue's Finale". The Boston Daily Globe. November 25, 1960.
- ^ Roberts, Ernest (June 9, 1948). "State School Golf Crown Captured by North Quincy". The Boston Daily Globe.
- ^ a b "John Donahue, 79; Was N. Quincy football coach". The Boston Globe. November 12, 1984.