Wally McIlwain

Wallace Wesley McIlwain (January 20, 1903 June 30, 1963) was an American football player and coach. He played professionally in the National Football League (NFL) for the Racine Tornadoes. In 1926, he was a player-coach for the Tornadoes. Prior to his professional career, McIlwain played college football at the University of Illinois, alongside Red Grange.

Wally McIlwain
Born:(1903-01-20)January 20, 1903
Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Died:June 30, 1963(1963-06-30) (aged 60)
Evanston, Illinois, U.S.
Career information
Position(s)Wingback, halfback
Height5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight173 lb (78 kg)
CollegeIllinois
Career history
As coach
1926Racine Tornadoes
As player
1926Racine Tornadoes
Career stats

References

    • Carroll, John M. (2001). Red Grange and the Rise of Modern Football. University of Illinois Press. ISBN 0-252-07166-2.
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