Ward Connell
Personal information
Born(1901-07-14)July 14, 1901
Beloit, Wisconsin, U.S.
DiedFebruary 7, 1946(1946-02-07) (aged 44)
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Weight173 lb (78 kg)
Career information
CollegeNotre Dame
Career history
Awards and highlights
  • National champion (1924)

Ward Thomas 'Doc' Connell was an American professional football player in the National Football League and the American Football League.[1] He played at the collegiate level with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, helping the team win the 1924 National Championship and the 1925 Rose Bowl Game. Connell later became an assistant coach with the Wisconsin Badgers.[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Ward Connell". Pro Football Archives.
  2. ^ "The Shock Troops". Knute Rockne Memorial Society.