Buddy Teevens, the iconic head coach of Dartmouth football, has passed away. Condolences and prayers are being extended to his family, friends, and the community.
Iconic Dartmouth head coach Buddy Teevens has died. Please join us in praying for the Teevens' family, their friends and community. https://t.co/nz2vGs86R9
— FootballScoop (@FootballScoop) September 20, 2023
Iconic Dartmouth head coach Buddy Teevens has tragically passed away, leaving the football community mourning the loss of a true legend. The news of Teevens’ untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the sports world, leaving fans, friends, and family devastated.
Born on January 4, 1956, in Pembroke, Massachusetts, Buddy Teevens dedicated his life to the game he loved. Before his illustrious coaching career, Teevens excelled as a player at Dartmouth College himself, where he was a standout quarterback. After graduating in 1979, he embarked on a coaching journey that would span over four decades and leave an indelible mark on the sport.
Teevens began his coaching career as a graduate assistant at the University of Oregon in 1980. From there, he held various coaching positions at Boston University, Dartmouth, and the University of Illinois. In 1992, he made his first head coaching appearance at Tulane University, where he achieved remarkable success before moving on to Stanford University in 2002. Teevens’ tenure at Stanford was distinguished by his commitment to player safety, implementing a no-tackling policy during practices.
Returning to his alma mater in 2005, Buddy Teevens became Dartmouth’s head coach, a position he held until his unfortunate passing. During his time at Dartmouth, he led the team to numerous victories and guided them to three Ivy League championships. Teevens’ dedication to his players and his unwavering belief in their potential earned him the respect and admiration of everyone he encountered.
As news of his passing broke, the cause of Buddy Teevens’ death remains unknown. In this time of immense grief, the football community comes together to remember a man who not only shaped the lives of countless student-athletes but also left an indelible impact on the sport of football itself. The Teevens family, their friends, and the entire Dartmouth community are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Buddy Teevens will forever be remembered as a devoted coach, mentor, and friend. His legacy will live on through the lives he touched and the countless athletes he inspired. Rest in peace, Coach Teevens..
Iconic Dartmouth head coach Buddy Teevens has died. Please join us in praying for the Teevens’ family, their friends and community. https://t.co/nz2vGs86R9
— FootballScoop (@FootballScoop) September 20, 2023