Leslie Gillett

American football player and coach (1881–1969)
Leslie Gillett
Biographical details
Born(1881-02-15)February 15, 1881
Iowa, U.S.
DiedFebruary 20, 1969(1969-02-20) (aged 88)
Santa Fe, New Mexico, U.S.
Playing career
1900–1902Arizona
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1902Arizona
Head coaching record
Overall5–0

Leslie Alexander Gillett (February 15, 1881 – February 20, 1969) was an American football coach. He served as the third head football coach at the University of Arizona, coaching for one season in 1902 and compiling a record of 5–0. He was later chief highway engineer of New Mexico from 1918 to 1922.[1][2]

Head coaching record

Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs
Arizona (Independent) (1902)
1902 Arizona 5–0
Arizona: 5–0
Total: 5–0

References

  1. ^ "Leslie Gillett, Santa Fe, Dies; Rites Saturday", Albuquerque Journal, February 21, 1969, Albuquerque, New Mexico
  2. ^ "Death Claims Former UA Grid Coach", Tucson Daily Citizen, Saturday, February 22, 1969, Tucson, Arizona

External links

  • Leslie Gillett at Find a Grave
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