MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The University of Memphis is mourning the passing of M-Club Hall of Fame (1977) football student-athlete Jimmy Cole, who passed away on Nov. 17 at the age of 90.
Cole was an inaugural part of the growth of Tiger football following World War II. He came to Memphis under former head coach Ralph Hatley and lettered as a true freshman, working as a tailback, kicker, punter and defensive back.
After helping the team to a record of 9-2 in 1950, Cole played a major role in the Tigers' contest against Mississippi State in 1951.