Selby Vernon McCasland (September 27, 1896 – November 15, 1970) was an American scholar of religion and was president of the

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in 1949. Earlier in life, he was a coach of

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and

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Religion scholar

McCasland was the author of many books on religion.

Coaching career

McCasland was the first head football coach at

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and he held that position for the 1919 season.2008 Wildcat Football (media guide)
ACU Record Book His coaching record at Abilene Christian 2–2.

Head coaching record

Football

References

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* 1896 births 1970 deaths Abilene Christian Wildcats football coaches Abilene Christian Wildcats men's basketball coaches Basketball coaches from Texas Presidents of the American Academy of Religion People from Comanche, Texas {{1910s-collegefootball-coach-stub