1954 Western Michigan Broncos football team
| 1954 Western Michigan Broncos football | |
|---|---|
| Conference | Mid-American Conference |
| 1954 record | 4–5 (3–4 MAC) |
| Head coach | Jack Petoskey (2nd year) |
| MVP | Jack Kelder |
| Captain | Les Koster |
| Home stadium | Waldo Stadium |
The 1954 Western Michigan Broncos football team represented Western Michigan College of Education (later renamed Western Michigan University) in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) during the 1954 college football season. In their second season under head coach Jack Petoskey, the Broncos compiled a 4–5 record (3–4 against MAC opponents), finished in fifth place in the MAC, and were outscored by their opponents, 186 to 136.[1][2] The team played its home games at Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, Michigan.[3]
Tackle Les Koster was the team captain.[4] Offensive tackle Jack Kelder received the team's most outstanding player award.[5]
References
- ↑ "Football Records: Annual Results". Western Michigan University. Retrieved July 5, 2016.
- ↑ "Football Records: Year-By-Year Results - 1950 - 59". Western Michigan University. Retrieved July 5, 2016.
- ↑ "Waldo Stadium". Western Michigan University. Retrieved July 5, 2016.
- ↑ "Football History: All-Time Captains". Western Michigan University. Retrieved July 5, 2016.
- ↑ "Football History: Team Awards". Western Michigan University. Retrieved July 5, 2016.
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