Edward Morrison (American football) facts for kids
| Biographical details | |
|---|---|
| Born | October 11, 1894 Chelsea, Massachusetts |
| Died | February 15, 1961 (aged 66) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Playing career | |
| 1916 | Tufts |
| Position(s) | Guard |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1920–1922 | Howard |
| 1924 | Howard |
| 1927–1928 | Lincoln (PA) |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 21–14–5 |
| Accomplishments and honors | |
| Championships | |
| 1 black college national (1920) 1 CIAA (1920) |
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George “Ted” Edward Morrison (born October 11, 1894 – died February 15, 1961) was an important figure in American football. He was a talented player and a successful coach. Ted Morrison led the football team at Howard University in Washington, D.C. from 1920 to 1922, and again in 1924. He also coached at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania. Throughout his coaching career in college football, his teams won 21 games, lost 14, and tied 5. His 1920 Howard Bison football team had a fantastic season. They won the Colored Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) title. This team was also recognized as a black college football national champion.
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Ted Morrison's Early Life
George Edward Morrison was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts. His family and friends called him Ted. He was the only child of George and Minnie Morrison.
High School and College Sports
Ted loved sports from a young age. He played both baseball and football at Everett High School. After high school, he went to Tufts University in 1915.
As a football player for Tufts University in 1916, Ted faced some tough challenges. During a game against Princeton, he was injured due to unfair play from opposing players.
Later that season, his team traveled for a game at Indiana University. The hotel where the team planned to stay initially refused to give rooms to Ted and another Black teammate. Tufts coach Charles Whelan stood up for his players. He told the hotel that if his Black players weren't allowed to stay, he would take the entire team back to Massachusetts. The hotel quickly changed its mind. Thanks to their coach's strong stand, Tufts played the game and won, 12–10.
Coaching Career Highlights
From 1918 to 1920, Ted Morrison studied dentistry at Howard University in Washington, D.C.. While there, he also started his coaching journey.
Coaching at Howard University
He became the head football coach at Howard University in 1920. He coached there for three years, until 1922, and then returned for another season in 1924. His 1920 team was incredibly successful. They won a black college football national championship, showing his skill as a coach right away.
Coaching at Lincoln University
In 1927, Morrison moved to Lincoln University in Pennsylvania. There, he continued to coach football. He also taught dentistry, combining his two passions.
Later Life and Legacy
Ted Morrison was married twice. His first wife was Alice Washington. Later, in 1924, he married CarLynne Payne. Dr. Morrison and Carlynne first lived in Washington, D.C. CarLynne worked as a teacher at Paul Lawrence Dunbar High School.
In 1928, after his coaching career, Dr. Morrison and his family moved to Philadelphia. He opened his own dental practice in North Philadelphia. He lived there with his family for the rest of his life. Ted Morrison passed away at his home on February 15, 1961. He was survived by his wife, CarLynne, and his children: Evelyn, Edward, Patricia, and William. He also had many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Ted Morrison's Coaching Record
Ted Morrison had a notable career as a football coach. Here is a summary of his overall record:
- Overall Career Record: 21 wins, 14 losses, 5 ties
