Curtis Maddox facts for kids
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 10, 1935 Greenwood, Mississippi |
| Died | August 21, 2018 (aged 82) |
| Playing career | |
| Football | |
| c. 1955 | Mississippi Vocational |
| Position(s) | Tackle |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| Football | |
| 1957 | Mississippi Vocational (assistant) |
| 1966–1967 | Mississippi Valley State |
| 1968–1971 | Norfolk State |
| Basketball | |
| 1962–1963 | Mississippi Vocational |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 17–33–1 (football) |
Curtis G. Maddox (born August 10, 1935 – died August 21, 2018) was an important coach in American football and basketball. He spent many years helping young athletes play their best.
Maddox was the main football coach at two different colleges. First, he coached at Mississippi Valley State College from 1966 to 1967. This school is now known as Mississippi Valley State University. After that, he coached at Norfolk State University from 1968 to 1971. His total record as a college football coach was 17 wins, 33 losses, and 1 tie.
Besides football, Maddox also coached basketball. He was the head basketball coach at Mississippi Valley State for one season, in 1962–63. At that time, the school was called Mississippi Vocational College.
Later in his life, Curtis Maddox worked in business. He was the CEO and president of a company called Cutron General Contractors, Inc. He also served as the vice president for operations at Norfolk State University. He passed away on August 21, 2018.
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Curtis Maddox's Coaching Career
Curtis Maddox had a long career helping college athletes. He coached both football and basketball teams. His main role was as a head coach for football.
Coaching Football Teams
Maddox started his head coaching journey at Mississippi Valley State. He coached the football team there for two seasons. During his time, the team worked hard and gained experience.
Mississippi Valley State Coaching Years
From 1966 to 1967, Maddox led the Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils football team. In both years, the team had a record of 3 wins and 6 losses. This means they won 3 games and lost 6 games each season.
Norfolk State Coaching Years
After Mississippi Valley State, Maddox moved to Norfolk State University. He coached the Norfolk State Spartans football team for four seasons, from 1968 to 1971.
- In 1968, the team had 2 wins, 5 losses, and 1 tie.
- In 1969, they improved to 4 wins and 4 losses.
- In 1970, the team finished with 3 wins and 6 losses.
- In his final year, 1971, they had 2 wins and 6 losses.
Overall, his football coaching career showed his dedication to the sport.
Basketball Coaching Experience
Even though he is best known for football, Curtis Maddox also coached basketball. He was the head basketball coach at Mississippi Valley State for one season. This was in 1962–63, when the school was known as Mississippi Vocational College.
