John Crea

John Crea
Biographical details
Born (1951-09-27) September 27, 1951 (age 73)
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1982–1988William Paterson
1989–1991Methodist
Administrative career (AD unless noted)
1992–2001New York Giants (scout)
2001–2005Miami Dolphins (scout)
Head coaching record
Overall33–66–1

John Crea (born September 27, 1951) is a former American football coach and scout. He was the first head football coach for Methodist University Monarchs football team in Fayetteville, North Carolina. In three seasons, he compiled an overall record of 2–28, including two 0–10 seasons to start the new program. Crea was also the head coach at William Paterson University prior to Methodist and amassed a record of 31–38–1 from 1982 to 1988.[1]

Head coaching record

Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs
William Paterson Pioneers (New Jersey State Athletic Conference / New Jersey Athletic Conference) (1982–1987)
1982 William Paterson 5–5 3–3 T–3rd
1983 William Paterson 3–7 2–4 T–4th
1984 William Paterson 2–8 1–5 7th
1985 William Paterson 5–5 3–3 T–4th
1986 William Paterson 6–3–1 3–2–1 3rd
1987 William Paterson 7–3 4–2 T–3rd
1988 William Paterson 3–7 2–4 T–5th
William Paterson: 31–38–1 18–23–1
Methodist Monarchs (NCAA Division III independent) (1989–1991)
1989 Methodist 0–10
1990 Methodist 0–10
1991 Methodist 2–8
Methodist: 0–18
Total: 33–66–1

References

  1. ^ Moran, Malcolm (March 19, 1983). "PLAYERS; Growing Up Ready In a Football Family". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved August 15, 2023.


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