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Nathan Simmons

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Related entitiesStillwater, OklahomaWestminster, ColoradoStillwater, Oklahoma, United StatesWestminster, Colorado, United StatesBoulder, Colorado, United States

Bob Simmons, Pioneering Black Coach, Dies at 77

Bob Simmons, the first Black head coach in Oklahoma State football history, passed away at 77. His six‑year stint produced 30 wins, a rivalry‑defining victory over Oklahoma, and the tragic loss of his son Nathan in a hit‑and‑run accident.

Jun 11, 2026

Bob Simmons, Pioneering Black Coach, Dies at 77

Bob Simmons, the first Black head coach in Oklahoma State football history, passed away at 77. His career spanned OSU, Notre Dame, Washington and Colorado, leaving a lasting imprint on the sport.

Jun 10, 2026