Robert Neyland

Quick Facts

Full Name	Robert Neyland
Occupation	Football Coach
Date Of Birth	Feb 17, 1892(1892-02-17)
Age	132
Date Of Death	1962-03-28
Birthplace	Greenville
Country	United States
Birth City	Texas
Horoscope	Aquarius

Robert Neyland Biography

Robert Neyland is one of the most popular and richest Football Coach who was born on February 17, 1892 in Greenville, Texas, United States. Army brigadier-general and Tennessee football coach, who served three different stints with the Vols. He won the championships in two of them.

Between the wars, he was In between the wars he served as Douglas MacArthur‘s aide, and then at the outbreak of WW II served in the China-Burman-India theater.’s assistant and, at the outbreak WW II, he served in the China–Burman–India theater.

He was born in Greenville Texas.

Robert Neyland Net Worth

Robert Neyland is one of the richest Football Coach from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Robert Neyland 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He was a standout among his Westpoint peers and graduated in 1916. He served in France during World War I.

He and He and Frank Leahy were the only two coaches to win titles in non- conescutive tenures in the entire 20th century. were both the only coaches to win titles during non-conescutive tenures throughout the 20th century.

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Facts & Trivia

Robert Ranked on the list of most popular Football Coach. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Robert Neyland celebrates birthday on February 17 of every year.

Top Facts about Robert Neyland

1. Robert Neyland was an American football player, coach, and US Army officer.
2. He coached the University of Tennessee football team for 21 seasons.
3. Neyland led the Volunteers to four national championships.
4. He served in both World War I and World War II.
5. Neyland was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal twice.
6. He is credited with developing the “single wing” formation in football.
7. Neyland Stadium at the University of Tennessee is named after him.
8. He retired from coaching with a record of 173-31-12.
9. Neyland was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1956.
10. His legacy continues to inspire coaches and players today.

Where is General Neyland buried?

Neyland (January 1890 – 1965) and brother Mayo W. Neyland (March 1896 – November 1969). Both General Neyland and Ada are buried in Knoxville National Cemetery.

When did General Neyland retire?

He was awarded the Distinguished Service medal and the Legion of Merit for his military service, and retired from the Army in 1946 with the title of brigadier general. General Neyland returned to Tennessee prior to the 1946 season and coached the Volunteers for seven more seasons.

How do you pronounce Neyland?

“ KNEE-land.” So is the name of the four-lane boulevard behind the south end of Neyland Stadium. How do we know that? It’s easy. The name is thusly pronounced according to two family “experts,” Mrs.

How many fans does Neyland hold?

102,455

Who is Neyland Stadium named for?

It was named for the man most responsible for the growth and development of Tennessee’s proud football tradition. General Robert R. Neyland served as head coach from 1926-1952, with two interruptions for military service.