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Veteran high school football coach William 'Buck' Godfrey, celebrated for a 273‑89‑1 record and multiple state titles, has died. His impact spans hall of fame inductions, a renamed stadium, and mentorship of political figures and media personalities.
William "Buck" Godfrey, the winningest Black football coach in Georgia history, died at 83. His decades at Southwest DeKalb High School produced a state championship, hundreds of scholarships and a lasting imprint on the community.
Longtime Southwest DeKalb High School coach William "Buck" Godfrey, a pillar of Georgia high school football, died leaving behind a storied career, family ties to Atlanta radio star Rashan Ali, and a stadium named in his honor.
Longtime Southwest DeKalb coach William "Buck" Godfrey, a four‑time hall‑of‑fame inductee, passed away at 83. His record‑setting career, scholarly pursuits and mentorship shaped generations of athletes and students.