Jim Larkin (American football)

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Jim Larkin
Biographical details
Born (1939-02-07) February 7, 1939 (age 83)
Playing career
1960 Hillsdale
Position(s) Tackle
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1980–1982 Saginaw Valley State
Head coaching record
Overall9–22
Accomplishments and honors
Awards
As a player

Jim Larkin (born February 7, 1939) is a former American football player and coach. Larkin was the head football coach at Saginaw Valley State University in University Center, Michigan for three seasons, from 1980 until 1982. His coaching record at Saginaw Valley State was 9–22. [1]

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References

  1. DeLassus, David. "Saginaw Valley State Coaching Records". College Football Data Warehouse. Archived from the original on December 13, 2010. Retrieved November 18, 2010.