Why is Steve Spurrier called the "ol' ball coach"?

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2007-05-13 09:47:10 · 3 answers · asked by kimmyb652 1 in Sports ➔ Football (American)

Just a nickname, I think, referring to his southern roots...Florida player, Duke coach, Florida coach, South Carolina coach...

2007-05-13 10:13:21 · answer #1 · answered by Terry C. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I was under the impression it is a self imposed nickname

2007-05-13 18:23:07 · answer #2 · answered by Brian D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I think it was Keith Jackson the ABC football commentator that annoited him that moniker.

2007-05-13 21:02:03 · answer #3 · answered by Alluminoty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋