Be Schembechler 1929 - 2006

The sun stopped shining in Michigan today at 11:42AM when the heart of a great man decided to stop beating. Glenn E.”Bo” Schembechler, University of Michigan Head Coach from 1969 until 1989, passed away today just before doing his Televison Show on Big 10 football.

One of the last things Bo had done was to give a pep talk to the Michigan Wolverine Football team on the eve of their great game against Ohio State. I hope those players remember what this man had to say forever.

Bo's Michigan teams never won a national championship, they were known for a fundamentally sound, physical, and fierce style of play. Under his watch, the Wolverines traditionally featured strong defense, dominating offensive lines, and a power-running attack. Though somewhat combative during games — he was prone to sideline outbursts — Schembechler was widely regarded as a coach of great personal integrity.

My condolences go out to his family and loved ones. There will always be an empty spot in my heart and my soul when I watch my beloved Wolverines and know that Bo is no longer with us.

I think right now he is telling Woody Hayes in heaven how the Wolverines are going to put a pounding on the Ohio State Buckeyes to the tune of 35 to 21.