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Schembechler: A Successful Coaching Career

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“If you do not agree with someone, let them know it.” This was drilled into my head by my mother at a young age. This saying is a perfect example of how hard-nosed and success-driven my family truly was. I strongly believe that this was a reason for my successful coaching career. I am Glenn “Bo” Schembechler. I was born on April 1st, 1929, in the city of Barberton, in the great state of Ohio. My parents are Glenn and Betty Schembechler. I grew up in a working class family. Both of my parents worked very hard. My dad made a living as a firefighter, and raised me with an honest, do-the-right-thing, Midwestern work ethic.
I got my high school education at Barberton High School, and later attended Miami of Ohio University. Before college, my dad died of a stroke. At this time, my mom was the rock of the Schembechler household. At Miami of Ohio, I lettered in football as an offensive tackle. During my junior year, Miami won the MAC Conference championship. I was able to balance football and school very well. After graduating from Miami, I received my Masters degree at Ohio State University in Education. …show more content…

During this time, I coached baseball and football teams. Once this service time was complete, college football became my number one passion. My first job was at Presbyterian College as a line coach. Following that, I went on to small coaching jobs at colleges such as Bowling Green, Northwestern, and Ohio State. My first big job as a head coach was when Miami of Ohio offered me the role. This was a huge honor because this is where I went to college and played football. My legacy in coaching truly began at The University of Michigan. At U of M, I hold the record for all time

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