Lancaster in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
S. Woodrow Sponaugle '37
S. Woodrow "Woody" Sponaugle was an outstanding athlete, coach, and athletic director at Franklin & Marshall. The winner of nine letters and Little All-America honors as an undergraduate, Woody returned to the college in 1948 to serve sixteen years as Head Coach of both football and basketball. His 1950 football squad was the first undefeated football team in the college's history. Named Athletic Director and Professor of Physical Education in 1963, Woody held these posts until his death in 1967.Erected by Franklin & Marshall College.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1948.
Location. 40° 2.912′ N, 76° 19.172′ W. Marker is in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County. Marker can be reached from College Avenue north of West New Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 600 College Avenue, Lancaster PA 17603, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. William J. Iannicelli '48 (here, next to this marker); Ross H. Sachs (a few steps from this marker); The Richard Kneedler Sculpture Garden
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