Nathan Dougherty
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Nathan Washington Dougherty (1886 - May 18, 1977) was a Hall of Fame college football player for the Tennessee Volunteers football team. He later became the Dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Tennessee.
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[edit] Playing career
Dougherty played guard for the Volunteers from 1906 to 1909. He came to the university from Scott County, Virginia. Dougherty was a standout in the sport before it became wildly popular around the country. Of the few accolades that were bestowed on individuals, Dougherty was an honoree. He was named to the All Southern team in 1907 and 1908.
Dougherty was later named to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1967.
[edit] Coaching
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Dougherty coached the George Washington University's basketball team in 1914-1915, compiling and 5-9 record.[1]
[edit] Educator
Dougherty was dean of the University of Tennessee College of Engineering at Knoxville from 1940 to 1956. He was also the chairman of the UT Athletic Council from 1917 to 1956. An engineering building at the school is named after him. The building recently caught fire in November 2006, but was later reopened.[2]
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[edit] Sources
- 2006 University of Tennessee Football Media Guide
- Tennessee Hall of Fame Bio
- UT Distinguished Alumni info
