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2009 FINALIST: Bob Spoo, Eastern Illinois

Division IAA

Bob Spoo

Bob Spoo has been a driving force at EIU for many years. He’s not only helped to produce amazing athletes, but has contributed to the personal growth of his players. I spent many a Saturday watching him coach and inspire people around him. ~ Shelby Greene


About This Coach

The winningest coach in EIU history, Coach Spoo has led the Panthers to eleven winning seasons in the last fifteen years. Over his 23 years on the EIU sidelines, the Panthers have made ten trips to the NCAA playoffs. A three-year Purdue letterman, Spoo later returned to his alma mater to coach quarterbacks who would go on to play in the NFL. Prior to becoming a mainstay in the college coaching ranks, he was one of the most successful prep coaches in Illinois.

Stats
  • Season Records (2009): 8-3
  • Season Records (2008): 5-7
  • Number of Team Penalties: 56
  • Conference Penalty Average: 74.22
  • APR Score* (2009): 949
  • Conference APR Avg (2009): 922

Team and Coach Involvement in the Community

  • Volunteers with St. Charles Borremo Catholic Church
  • Speaks at local youth and rotary clubs
  • Team participates in annual soup kitchen
  • Players visit area retirement homes and schools

* Academic Progress Rate

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