Samuel Archer facts for kids
| Biographical details | |
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| Born | December 23, 1870 Chesterfield, Virginia |
| Died | January 15, 1941 (aged 70) Atlanta, Georgia |
| Playing career | |
| 1898–1901 | Colgate |
| Coaching career (HC unless noted) | |
| 1905–1908 | Morehouse |
| 1912–1915 | Morehouse |
| Head coaching record | |
| Overall | 35–2–5 |
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Samuel Archer
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| 5th President of Morehouse College | |
| Preceded by | John Hope |
| Succeeded by | Charles D. Hubert As Acting President |
Samuel Howard "Big Boy" Archer Sr. (born December 23, 1870 – died January 15, 1941) was an important American football player, coach, and educator. He made a big difference at Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. He coached the football team there for two different periods. He also taught math and later became the college's president.
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Who Was Samuel Howard Archer?
Samuel Howard Archer was a talented person who achieved a lot in his life. He was known for his skills in sports and his dedication to education. He helped shape young minds and led a major college. His nickname "Big Boy" might have come from his strong presence.
Playing Days at Colgate University
Archer went to Colgate University. While he was there, he played football for the Colgate Raiders. He and George L. Hayes made history in 1899. They were the first two African Americans to play for the Colgate football team. This was a very important step at that time.
A Leader at Morehouse College
After his time at Colgate, Samuel Archer started teaching mathematics at Morehouse College. He worked at Morehouse for 33 years, serving in many different roles. He was a dedicated teacher and a valuable member of the college staff.
Becoming College President
In 1931, Samuel Archer took on an even bigger role. He became the fifth president of Morehouse College. He led the college until 1937. Being a college president means you are in charge of everything. It is a very important job. He helped guide the college during his time as president.
His Coaching Success
Before becoming president, Archer was also a very successful football coach. He coached the Morehouse Maroon Tigers football team. He coached them from 1905 to 1908. He returned to coach again from 1912 to 1915. His teams had an amazing record. They won 35 games, lost only 2, and tied 5 times. This shows he was a great leader on the field too.
Later Life
Samuel Howard Archer Sr. passed away in 1941. He is buried in South-View Cemetery in Atlanta, Georgia. His legacy as a player, coach, and educator lives on. He opened doors for others and helped many students.
