John Heisman's Death
Born (Birthday) October 23, 1869
Death Date October 3, 1936
Age of Death 66 years
Cause of Death Pneumonia
Profession Football Player
The football player John Heisman died at the age of 66. Here is all you want to know, and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
Legendary American athlete and coach of football, basketball, and baseball. His legacy lives on through the Heisman Trophy, which is awarded annually to the season’s most outstanding college football player.
He was the son of Johann and Sara Heisman; he married Evelyn McCollum Cox in 1903.
Quotes
"When in doubt, punt!
"Gentlemen, it is better to have died as a small boy than to fumble this football.
"When you find your opponent’s weak spot, hammer it.