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Steve Sinko

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Biographical details
Born(1909-09-15)September 15, 1909
Chisholm, Minnesota
DiedMarch 1, 1999(1999-03-01) (aged 89)
Barnstable, Massachusetts
Alma materDuquesne University
Playing career
1929–1931Duquesne
1934–1936Boston Redskins
1937–1938Los Angeles Bulldogs
Position(s)Guard, tackle
Coaching career (HC unless noted)
1944Iowa Pre-Flight (assistant)
1947–1957Boston University (line)
1957–1963Boston University
Head coaching record
Overall23–36–3

Stephen Patrick Sinko (born September 15, 1909 – March 1, 1999) was an American football player and coach. He played professionally as a guard and tackle in the National Football League (NFL) for the Boston Redskins from 1934 to 1936.

Background

Sinko was born and raised in Chisolm, Minnesota and graduated from Duquesne University, where he played on the school's varsity team. Following college, Sinko played professionally for the Boston Redskins and the Los Angeles Bulldogs. During World War II, Sinko served as a pilot in the Navy.[1]

Professional career

Sinko served as the head football coach at Boston University from 1957 to 1963, compiling a record of 23–36–3. He was the line coach at Boston University under Aldo Donelli from 1947 to 1956.[2] Sinko played college football at Duquesne University.

Head coaching record

Year Team Overall Conference Standing Bowl/playoffs
Boston University Terriers (NCAA University Division independent) (1957–1963)
1957 Boston University 5–3
1958 Boston University 4–5
1959 Boston University 4–5
1960 Boston University 3–5–2
1961 Boston University 4–5
1962 Boston University 2–7
1963 Boston University 1–6–1
Boston University: 23–36–3
Total: 23–36–3

References

  1. ^ "Obituaries". The Cape Cod Times. 1999. Retrieved 2015-12-11.
  2. ^ UP (February 15, 1957). "Steve Sinko Made Boston U Coach; Succeeds Donelli". The Daily Courier. Connellsville, Pennsylvania. p. 4. Retrieved June 2, 2015.