Bill Archie facts for kids
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 25, 1930 Welch, West Virginia |
| Died | March 19, 2022 (aged 91) |
| Playing career | |
| Football | |
| 1951–1953 | West Virginia State |
| Basketball | |
| c. 1950 | West Virginia State |
| Position(s) | Quarterback (football) |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| Football | |
| 1961–1966 | Norfolk State |
| Administrative career (AD unless noted) | |
| 1970–1984 | Norfolk State |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 21–25 |
William L. Archie (born December 25, 1930 – died March 19, 2022) was an important person in American sports. He was a football coach and also helped run college sports programs. He led the football team at Norfolk State University for several years. Later, he became the athletic director there, overseeing all sports.
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Meet Bill Archie
William L. Archie was born on December 25, 1930. He grew up in Welch, West Virginia. Bill Archie became a well-known figure in college sports. He was known for his dedication to both coaching and managing sports teams.
His Early Life and Playing Days
Archie attended West Virginia State University. While he was a student there, he was a talented athlete. He played both football and basketball for the university's teams. In football, he played as a Quarterback. His time as a player helped him understand sports from an athlete's point of view.
Coaching and Leading Teams
After his playing days, Bill Archie became a football coach. From 1961 to 1966, he was the head football coach at Norfolk State University. During his time as coach, his team had an overall record of 21 wins and 25 losses. He helped guide many young athletes during these years.
A Leader Off the Field
Bill Archie also took on a big leadership role at Norfolk State. From 1970 to 1984, he served as the athletic director. In this job, he was in charge of all the sports programs at the university. This meant he helped manage teams, coaches, and facilities. He played a key part in the growth of sports at Norfolk State for many years.
His Legacy
Bill Archie passed away on March 19, 2022, at the age of 91. He is remembered for his long career in college athletics. He made a lasting impact on the students and sports programs at Norfolk State University. His work helped shape many athletes' lives.
