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Zachary Henry Curlin (January 31, 1890 – June 3, 1970) was an
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player and coach.


Background and career

Curlin attended Christian Brothers College (now University) in Memphis and the Webb School. and played piano in the band. He was a halfback and
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on Dan McGugin's
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teams from 1910 to 1913, and the starting quarterback in 1912 and 1913, leading Vandy to an SIAA title in 1912. He made kicks on both
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. Curlin was pulled for his backup Rabbi Robbins in Vanderbilt's largest win its history, a 105–0 win over
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in
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, the muddy conditions better suited to the other's talents. Curlin later served as the
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coach for many years.


Legacy

Curlin was inducted into the M Club Hall of Fame in 1974 and a street on the east side of the university's campus bears his name. An award is given annually in his name that recognizes the top male student-athlete at the University of Memphis that possesses his "drive, enthusiasm and determination for academics and athletics while maintaining a concern for others."


Head coaching record


Football


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